Message Index

• Everyone, thank you very much for the comments and compliments on my latest Fairlane stock car wreck. I appreciate every comment. Making these wrecked cars are difficult and sometimes frustrating, but I really like the end results. Thanks again. *NM*
• I am enjoying restoring these AMT Annuals....
  • It's funny how much more "right" the proportions of the old annual kits seem. *NM*
    • I agree Marty! *NM*
• First build of 2025
  • I really like that!!!! The color combo is perfect! *NM*
• My only boat build
  • Stunningly beautiful.... Not that I'm surprised. *NM*
• WIP - Revell Henry J Gasser
  • Very cool!! You are making a silk purse out of a sows ear (showing my age with that expression)! *NM*
• I'm narrowing down the time frame for the update past 1968 1/2 - just picked up a nice AW catalog
• Since I'm on boats, here are a few more I have in progress (for years) (PICS)
  • I like boats too, built the Hemi Hydro in the 1960's..lol...almost got the V12 Allison powered Griggs Hydroplane done...varoom!! *NM*
• What's in the box? Lindberg 1959 Century Coronado Pics and Link
  • The Revell Hemi-Hydro kit trailer might be a good start. It has all the trailer stuff. The link is to a combo pickup-boat-trailer Revell kit build up. You might find someone who just built the pu willing to offer the trailer n boat or find a parts out guy with the *LINK*
• What's in the box? AMT 1960 Mercury hardtop Pic & Link
  • Wow that is so cool, a perfect candidate for a full detail build using the '60 Starliner stuff! *NM*
    • It would be, but I'm not going to cut the hood out on this one, Putting in a full detail frame thought, that may look cool. *NM*
  • Here is a link to the 60 Merc convertible if your interested.
    • Thanks for the pics! Dad had a '60 Mercury four door hartdtop back in the day. The interior was huge. I got to drive it some when I was in high school. It was a boat but a lot of fun. *NM*
  • I will admit, I'm a bit jealous! *NM*
  • What are ya gonna do with all those chrome louvers? *NM*
  • For anyone inclined to try a detail version, check out "Building Scale Model Stock Cars" by Bill Coulter ...
• I couldn’t do a 24 hour build right now if I wanted to. My dehydrator died a couple days ago and I haven’t found a replacement yet. Can’t complain, it was over 40 years old!! *NM*
• VAN QUESTION: Remember the "shorty" vans from the 70's? Weren't they built off the pick up wheelbases? Was that in the 70's? *NM*
  • I don't think the vans had much (if anything) to do with the pickups as far as chassis went, so if the wheelbases were the same it would be a coincidence *NM*
  • it was easier to just shorten the van frame, back then. *NM*
  • Even though they used a lot of the same suspension parts the frames were completely different. *NM*
• Andy Douglas, I received the air cleaners today. Thank you very much ! *NM*
  • Scott.......pleased to be of assistance, you helped me with the JoHan grilles & bumpers so all good....have you found an single 4 intake manifold to suit the engine yet?. *NM*
• My latest build. This is car #4 for my new diorama. I still have to "rough it up" more on the damaged areas. The rear bumper is not dented because the car will be displayed with the rear against the guardrail. You won't be able to see it........*PICS*........
  • I was in such a hurry to get this finished, I see that I forgot to sand the treads on the tires. UGH ! *NM*
    • He had obviously just received a 4 wheel tire change in the pits. Right? ;^) *NM*
  • Looks like another winner!! *NM*
  • Another great build Scott!!... *NM*
  • Another cool build, Scott!!! You are really becoming the master of crash damage...
• Good guy Shout Out for Jim Meehan. The 32 S/D arrived and it's great. Thank you Jim! *NM*
  • Glad you like it! *NM*
• I've "murdered" another model, AMY 1965 Thunderbird coupe (PICS)
  • Looks like it is going to be "Killer". ;^) *NM*
  • Cool build, but I will be glad when that term goes out of style. Prefer "blacked out" or something like that, personally. :-) *NM*
    • I can't keep up with slang any more. LOL. *NM*
• PIF C-Cab body. *PICS*
  • Me? *NM*
    • It's yours! I can mail it tomorrow or Thursday. *NM*
      • Cool, thanks....I've an idea. *NM*
      • BTW, is that 1/25? *NM*
• Mr. Scott Liggett.......
  • You're very welcome. Enjoy ! *NM*
    • Same here, Scott, the hood scoop PIF arrived safely today. Thanks again! *NM*
      • You're very welcome. I hope that it fits on your Old Pro Nova. *NM*
• Anyone know of a vendor that offers Heavy Chevy decals? I'm planning a couple builds knowing the SSlasher is due soon (suppose to be out this month?) *NM*
  • I seem to remember a white Heavy Chevy shown on here a while back. By Bob Kremer? *NM*
  • Unless one of the "high end" makers (Keith Marks/Ray's Decals) offers them, the only one I know of is the old Fred Cady sheet. Some of his sheets can still be found reasonably, not sure about that one though *NM*
    • I tried finding Keith's fotki account. However, "Member's account has been blocked" "Account is temporarily unavailable for non-technical reasons." *NM*
      • Do you have his e-mail? *NM*
        • ITHINK that it's [email protected] but I'm not positive. *NM*
          • That is what I have. *NM*
    • Don't know if Keith has them but Ray definitly does. *NM*
  • STS Decals can make the for you. Made some decals for me with the pics I provided. *NM*
    • STS should have a file. He made up a set for me awhile back. Rays kits does too, just a pretty long lead time. Canucks 3D has the bench seat and non-ss grille and rear bumper that you'll want for a Heavy Chevy. *NM*
      • Could you post a pic of your build? BTW, I've sent you an email. *NM*
• I ordered and received his 1972 Vega Split Bumper and Grille. Really nice stuff! *NM*
• Square body rear suspension now sorted , , [PICS]
  • looks real good *NM*
  • Nice solution Steve! *NM*
  • Making good progress. *NM*
• Am observation on the AMT '72 Blazer ,, it is NOT a '72. , , [PICS]
  • Dooh , That should read Jimmy. , , so everywhere I typed "Blazer" just read it "Jimmy". *NM*
  • I noticed the same thing when I was doing research for my Jimmy build. However, IIRC, the Jimmy came out during 68-70, so I'm guessing that explains the grille *NM*
• Auto Modeler Magazine #4 sneak preview
  • Lookin good!!! *NM*
  • When!!!! *NM*
    • Wow, you win the impatience award. We just sent it to press, Grasshopper. It will be in the mail near there end of there month, on schedule. *NM*
      • OK. Will my award come at the same time? (grin) *NM*
  • Cool! *NM*
  • Looking forward to it Scott! *NM*
• Great choice for a kit, Terry...can't wait to see what you do with this! Cheers...TB *NM*
• Great building weather... *PIC*
  • Yikes...do we have any people living in the dark blue area? *NM*
  • Golfers and modelers in northern climes have been spoiled the past two winters, not so this year! *NM*
• Re: I got a decent deal on my Hurtubise Chevelle kit at the time...
• Dark blue Galaxie sitting on some wheels (PICS)
  • Love the dogs! The model looks good too! *NM*
• On the bench, 63 Galaxie squareback (PICS)
  • Kinda like those square-tops. My neighbour bought a red tudor new and he let me take it to my H/S mech class to change the clutch.
  • Looking good! *NM*
  • Gotta get one of those to replicate a red and black one that was on a local used car lot when I was in high school *NM*
  • Hey Mike Short, are you reading this? *NM*
  • That was a promo offered at the Ford dealer. I have one of those too. *NM*
• Pic of Beaumont parts... *PIC*
• Great concept! Love that M on the hood. *NM*
• As the moeb frames were cribbed from the AMT parts, the F350 kit 2wd parts will fit fit these frames with little effort. *NM*
  • If you have built one up by bashing the parts, any pics or tutorial would be good -
    • Great idea... might even get me motivated to finish one of these :) *NM*
• It's always great to see your progress posts. *NM*
• More adventures with 63 Fords, this time a convertible! (PICS)
  • I am genrerally not a big fan of skirts but those work well on there. With the skirts on and the top down it rally adds to the perceived length and hight of it. Good one. *NM*
    • Re: I am genrerally not a big fan of skirts but those work well on there. With the skirts on and the top down it rally adds to the perceived length and hight of it. Good one.
      • *really* *NM*
• Picked up a 'new' book this weekend, on George Barris, written by his son a few years ago.
  • This was a really interesting book project...including 24 pages of dedicated model car kit text and photos...here's some more background on the book and the effort behind it...
• Does anyone know what a modelersite.com pdf download costs...?
  • Haven't ordered for several years, but the ones I got varied between $5-$10 depending on article. They are basically tutorials done by modelers doing detailed builds. Some are better than others *NM*
    • Sounds about right. Seems like a good investment for a really tricky kit
• I did a 24 hour build once, and did not enjoy it, but I hope you guys have fun! *NM*
  • Well, after looking into a couple boxes, I just might try this again. Two rattle cans, 3 jars brush paint, and a little adhesive, boom! and I'm done. *NM*
• Got a wrecker on the shelf...
  • NICE! very clean! *NM*
  • Crisp, clean, excellent execution, Bill. *NM*
  • Nicely done. Did you paint it or is that molded color? Like what was said cleanly built. *NM*
    • Thanks, guys. Tamiya white spray primer with Tamiya X-22 clear, red is X-7, no clear needed. *NM*
  • That looks great! Nice, realistic build! *NM*
  • Very sharp....cool photograph, too! Thx...TB *NM*
    • That's the O scale railroad back there. My other vice. *NM*
  • Looks great! Glad I got one! *NM*
  • Great build! It does look like the real deal. *NM*
  • Sharp! *NM*
  • Nice clean build! my first should be done very soon, maybe even today. I went with a two tone blue/cream and left the wheels chrome. I’ll be coloring my beacon amber, wondering what states allow red on a wrecker? not saying it’s wrong…
    • Back in the 70's, we bought a wrecker with the full complement of lights, including red. Later found out that increased the insurance cost a bunch! This was in Texas- maybe it's changed since then. *NM*
• " it takes me 24hours just to pick which model to START to build." LOL. Been there. *NM*
• I have never seen paint chip charts for the ca '69 flyer, but I have a paint chip chart from '61. *NM*
• Yes! A Moosehead product since 1937. It was known as "Vitamin A" by some... ;) *NM*