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• Back to work... *PICS*
• 2013-04-19_20 California Antique Farm Equipment *LINK* *PIC*
  • What a great show! Those 1920's Clectrac crawlers are very interesting, as is the Farmall cotton picker. *NM*
    • Would like to make it again, but don't see it happening. Not even able to do the small local shows right now. Have trouble walking across the road to the mailbox and back. *NM*
• COUPLE OF DAYS AGO... posted a 65 Chevelle AWB/SWB project. Well up on wheels and the rest of it just needing assembly. The only issue is color. PIC and thanks for looking
  • My buddy had one was Canary Yellow...was wicked fast. *NM*
• Maybe it sounds strange but I can't see spending that much money to go to a model event. The longest drive I've taken is to NNL North in Minneapolis and that was five hours. I just can't see paying for plane tickets and hotel for a model show. Priorities I guess. :D *NM*
  • Re: Maybe it sounds strange but I can't see spending that much money to go to a model event. The longest drive I've taken is to NNL North in Minneapolis and that was five hours. I just can't see paying for plane tickets and hotel for a model show. Priorities I guess. :D
• I picked up a resin one online a couple years ago but I don't recall where it came from. I could look tonight when I get home to see if I have info on it. *NM*
  • Bob, Let me know if you get any details please. *NM*
• Jo-Han
  • need to go off line...... *NM* *PIC*
  • That is what I understand to be true. Hoard Cohen posted some pics of the Detroit show down the board aways......
    • Wasn’t there supposed to be a 3D printed Powell pick up to be released as well? Or, was that a separate thing under Okey? *NM*
      • That would be Okeys project. Not connected with the new company. *NM*
        • Seems to me the files for 3D printing the Powell were stolen or something like that. *NM*
• Chipping away at this for over two years , 1966 Tempest Wagon OHC 6 ...PIC....
  • This is nice! I like how you have expertly combined the two and used an not-seen-often engine. Keep up the good work! *NM*
    • Thanks ! Looked like this before the body lines were blended . Had to see if I could tackle this before preceeding further , July 2021....PIC....
  • Re:VERY cool build looking forward to more ! *NM*
    • I hope I will have more progress to post in the near future ! *NM*
  • Reeally looks great - how is the interior *NM*
    • Apologize for the poor pic but interior is getting there .....PIC....
      • Coming along fine. Think you've got a winning build there. *NM*
  • That is sweet & clean, Billy. *NM*
    • Thanks ! I hope I can pull it all together . *NM*
  • Very cool Billy! I've had plans to do one of those for a while though I will likely keep my hood intact or possibly a flat one! *NM*
    • As my luck usually goes , someone will 3D print one before I can get completed ! I am shooting for March completion date , I want to enter it in a show...Although it has already took a 1rst place in Primer / Under Construction Catagory ! *NM*
      • Good luck! I might have to start on mine sometime soon! *NM*
  • Tempest Wagon alone is cool, OHC-6 makes it better! Looking forward to further update *NM*
• Winston Cup Museum closing. *NM* *LINK*
  • It sucks but maybe they shouldn't have been selling Winston Cup merch during all star weekend at N. Wilmesboro. *NM*
  • So sad. Feels like another piece of Nascar just fading away. *NM*
• I meant to ask first: As small as the models are, what do builders use to light up their models? *NM*
  • There are LED light kits made for the Sci-Fi market which can be adapted for model car use. *NM*
  • I buy led lights from a company called Evans Designs. Very good quality items. *NM*
    • Correction. It's Evan, no "s". *NM*
  • Micro Mark has been carrying lighting & camera kits for HO for years.kit *NM*
• I noticed in the Detroit coverage that some of the models have working lights. They look really cool when on display. If Round2 were to offer a light up kit for model cars, would any of you buy them? *NM*
  • Round2 makes lighting kits for a few of their Star Trek kits. Sold separately from the kits.
    • Sorry I did the picture wrong - *NM* *PIC*
    • To do this, a model would need a battery box, battery, switch, wiring, and the lights. You say led lights come in small sizes. What size should I look for headlights and taillights? *NM*
      • I would make the battery (power source) external. That's a lot less work.
  • I am reminded of the 64 era headlights for AMT Galaxies and Impalss
    • We flirted with it as an aftermarket product - but a lot of the project is out of our wheelhouse. Would be fun to experiment, tho, I remember doing an Impala kit with my dad, and being fascinated that it worked all lit up
      • If they offered it in a separate parts pack, I’d buy one. Round2 could offer that feature in a special release ‘64 Impala kit at a slightly higher price point. Heck, combine it with a Coca Cola release to save money. *NM*
        • That would be (about) the only kit they haven't offered in the Coke livery. : ) *NM*
• My photos from the DAAM Detroit Show *LINK*
  • Seeing your models in person just blows away the images of them on line. Glad you were there. *NM*
    • Thanks! *NM*
  • That must have been a great time. That diorama of the utility crew working on a high line is pretty authentic and very well done! *NM*
    • Brandon Hoffman is the builder. There are details all over the diorama. *NM*
  • Excellent show coverage. I like the pictures that show the over all venue vibe *NM*
• The trailer is in the picture. *NM*
• As I’ve said elsewhere, I hope to. *NM*
• Hmm... That suggests the method for the '61 Chevy metal spear with a white stripe might be paint the body, then the stripe, then BMF it, then trim the outer and inner edges of the perimeter metal? That could give clean edges for both colors. Thanks for the idea! *NM*
• Terrific pics and show coverage. Thanks for sharing! *NM*
• Question: I really like the AMT 62 Pontiac and 60 Starliner that were tooled in the early 2000s. I've built several of each. Did AMT tool any other kits around that same time with the same level of detail? I'm looking for new inspiration. Thanks *NM*
  • The 62 Thunderbird, 66 Olds 442, 67 Impala, are some. *NM*
    • Thanks, I built the T Bird when it first came out and did the Impala last years so it looks like the Olds is it. I had a basic 67 Cutlass and always liked that body style so I think I am inspired. Thanks again. *NM*
      • There is a '67 Cutlass 442 Lindberg kit out there if you want to do a replica. It has the different grille/headlights, taillights and side trim configurations. I do not know how compatible the AMT '66 kits would be with it for the chassis and engine. Anyone done that? See *NM* *PIC*
        • I wouldn't bother swapping the chassis. The '67 442 chassis is almost a clone of the AMT '66 Chevelle kit and real close to the '66 442 too. Not worth the effort and nothing to be gained. *NM*
          • That should say a copy of the AMT '67 Chevelle chassis. *NM*
            • AMT '67 Chevelle (stock) is an excellent, overlooked kit IMO, probably the best donor for an annual kit A-Body GM
      • AMT just recently reissued the 67 442 that was originally the Lindberg kit. Matt and Dawn have them in stock. *NM*
        • Cool, I did not know either of those things. Did they tweak the kit or is it a straight repop? *NM*
          • I do not know. Perhaps Steve or someone else on the board can answer. *NM*
          • Bill as far as I can tell it's a straight reissue. It has some nice detail but parts fit is a bit fiddly and the wheelbase is off just a bit. Here's one I just finished a few weeks ago.
            • Sharp build! Thanks for the info. I hope your planned next 442s turn out as well this one. Will make a nice group display. *NM*
            • Maybe after the '67 hardtop and '67 post a '67 convertible by kit bashing one with the '66 convertible for the '67 442 set? Maybe even add a '67 Hurst Hairy Olds? Sorry, but I had to ask. LOL! *NM*
  • There were a bunch of modern tool "Mueller era" kits, '41 Ford Woody, '55-57 Chevy Pickups, 57 Chevy Belair, 57 Chrysler 300, '58 Belvedere, '60 Chevy Pickup, '62 Bel Air and Impala, "66 Riviera, '70 1/2 Camaro and I'm probably forgetting some others. *NM*
    • '71 Duster 340 and the '71 Charger R/T are two more. *NM*
      • Didn't see the Edsel mentioned, but it's in there. To me, the 300-C is the real standout - it builds up beautifully
        • Right, the '58 Edsel and so are the '66 Nova, Fairlane and '67 Cyclone. *NM*
    • Also the '68 El Camino and the '70 Monte Carlo *NM*
• I thought I was the only one who used the blade without the handle, I wrap tape around it for a bit more grip. *NM*
• A lot going on at the show! It was quite enjoyable. *NM*
• Just to poke some fun.... Caption this photo (remember to be nice). *NM* *PIC*
  • Re: "Dude, have you seen my glasses? I can't find them anywhere!". *NM*
  • Uh, yeah.. I do have a name... gimmie a minute... (But seriously, who are these two guys?) *NM*
    • Tim Boyd and Cliff Read *NM*
      • Tim Boyd left and Cliff Read right? *NM*
        • Yes. *NM*
          • Thank you. *NM*
• Been doing some body work on my '65 Riviera pro street. I noticed that the roof drip rail is missing a little bit on the passenger side by the side window vent. Does anyone remember if drip rails were being shaved on pro street cars in the late 80s/ early 90s? *NM*
  • Relying on the internet as I can't find the magazines....yes and no. The Net shows Grimes' 65 does not, Sullivan and Trepanier rides did, lots went monochrome. As long as you're not nailing a replica, you could go several different ways and be right *NM*
  • Hopefully the picture comes through (Is it big enough to see? I'm using my phone right now). It's not real bad. I've dealt with worse. I may just eliminate the drip rail. *NM* *PIC*
    • Piece of Evergreen strip styrene, say .020" square...replace the whole thing, sharper than before *NM*
• Got my chrome spray today. Thank you Matt and Dawn. *NM*
  • About this Revell chrome spray. What's the general consensus about what paint color needs to be the base to use the chrome spray? *NM*
    • Frank Luque brought a sample to our last club meeting, and he had sprayed it directly over bare plastic. It looked awesome. *NM*
    • I've used it on a couple of projects. I didn't use a base. *PIC*
    • Ive not tried other clears but you can shoot spaztix clear over it and its doesnt dull the effect
    • Ive not tried other clears but you can shoot spaztix clear over it and its doesnt dull the effect-PICS
  • Just ordered a can of the Revell chrome spray. Can't wait to try it out. *NM*
  • Don't need a base. I've sprayed over plastic (white, orange, black) & primer. Doesn't matter. BUT, nozzle & psi are NOT like other hobby sprays. Higher pressure--hold can a foot away and make very quick passes. *NM*
    • It'll turn chrome right before your eyes. Watch it level out--add more passes until you get a smooth finish--real easy to apply, I think. (reacts a lot like Testors enamels. IMHO) *NM*
• I missed being there, as I was commited to helping the North Texas Mustang Club with itslast cruiseof the year, in Flower Mound.
• Re: R. E. OLDS Museum, Lansing, Michigan...I had to see this place...small and crowded but worth the visit...
• Wayne, unless I am mistaken, I believe Jim Drew has been an Ohio resident for many years....TB *NM*
  • This would have been in late 70's-early 80's. If I remember right he was from Ohio originally, then moved back there. *NM*
• Re: That said, when will their website actually be up?
  • Jack, when you are replying to a post you can highlight and delete the Subject box text and start your post there. The indentions indicate which post your are responding to. It shows the direction of your response and short messages can be read without opening, as *NM*
    • Oops! *you are* not your are, LOL: Choppy editing to fit it all in the subject box got some stuff scrambled around. Missed that one in Preview. *NM*
• Thank you. I enjoyed seeing and reading the signs in addition to the vehicles. *NM*
• It's great to have those parts. Helps in the restorations of the '68 Galaxie and '67 T-Bird, that I have *NM*
• The Xacto #9 Retractable Stencil Knife was a game changer for me, at least
• Thank you for the tour of that amazing place just full of history! Great pics and thanks for including the info sheets. *NM*
• Nice pics! I see I spoiled one of your shots with my backside. *NM*
• I really liked that Falcon. The builder did a great job on it! *NM*
  • That one is mine. This car and the Dart next to it represent the ordinary everyday cars that many of us drove back in the day *NM*
    • Where did you source the engine for the Falcon? *NM*
      • That is from Perry's Resin. I bought it at a DAAM show many years ago. I don't know if he is still casting. *NM*