greenday

Awesome work, even before I knew the story behind it I thought it was well made, and quite humorous. Warms my heart to see hear something like that.

Thanks guys! I got the chassis most of the way assembled...this is slow going and I only do a little at a time so I can really enjoy it... More updates to come!

Well guys let me start by saying I got this kit for xmas and I really haven't enjoyed it until now. Lack of proper materials and impatience pretty well ruined any attempt to make the model actually look halfway decent. So, one rainy day I get it off the shelf and get out my modeling supplies...Long story short I decide to go with the weathered look which is great on a big truck, because they really do get beat up...So this is what I have so far. Yes I know I am missing a wiper...cant seem to find it which irritates me... http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs539.ash1/31586_1285983755274_1400565164_30696173_7869101_n.jpg Interior needs more work to look right...kind of looks rushed right now. (thinking I might add some trash and etc.) Really pleased with this as a whole. Studied a broken window carefully and also made dents with soldering iron/pencil. http://hphotos-sjc1.fbcdn.net/hs579.snc3/31586_1285983875277_1400565164_30696175_6734788_n.jpg This could also use some more effort. So what do you think?

fantastic model, love the color. you don't see a lot of trucks like this...and are those thrush glasspacks I see?

Man I just love the old Novas. That is an awesome build man, definitely can tell you took your time, awesome color, the blue on blue interior looks great as well. Sweet.

Those are some cool builds, I especially like the two mustangs. If you don't mind my asking, how do you get your paint so smooth and shiny? I can't seem to get the same results.

I agree. I used to do a lot of brushing until one day I just tryed spraying it. It makes for a more uniform appearance, plus you can work faster since spray, (for me anyways) dries faster.

thats as slick as a ribbon! seriously, pretty cool, I like that body style of truck, and you did an excellent job on it, especially the dually bed...had you not told me I would have assumed it was kit stock...simply awesome!

I got this Ram in a trade for some parts and I have to say I am very pleased with it. It built up nicely, had no defects, and I enjoyed building it. I think it could have used a bit more engine compartment detail, but thats about it. I couldn't get the grill correct, so I just blacked it out entirely. I'm satisfied with it overall. It's going to match my Charger. I hope to have a whole slew of orange performance dodges, so if you have any dodge model kits you'd like to sell/trade, please notify me.

Hey guys, I picked up this Revell-Monogram '69 Charger at a local flea market for $5. It was partitally assembled, (poorly) but I think I made a pretty good turnaround. It is built as the "Drag" version which consists of a Hemi 426, eleminated back seat, roll cage w/ fire extinguisher, drag slicks/rims, lifted rear suspension, and etc. The front lower valance is missing because I could not for the life of me install it. Some parts were missing but I'm satisfied. I painted it to match my Dodge Ram VTS, and I have plans on filling up a shelf with nothing but orange perfomance dodges. (If anyone has any Stealths, Daytonas, Vipers, Coronets, or ect. that they'd like to sell/trade, notify me) This kit is similar to the Revell "Special Edition" kit I believe as that newer kit has more options and includes two engines, a stand, extra parts, etc. that make it similar to this one. Anyway, on to pics. Thanks!

Exactly. cool techniques, I use a soldering iron, but I think your way is better, I'll have to try it.

That is a very nice Camaro, you really can't tell the difference in the windows, had I not read that I wouldn't have known. The filled in T-Tops look unique. The dents look pretty cool, very convincing. I like it, very neat car!

Thats a good idea, I have noticed that too, on carbureted (sp) vehichles as well. Couple outdoor pics: (Pics taken before I read your post)

Thanks guys. I appreciate the kind words, I know this isn't anywhere near as nice as some of the models around here, so it really says something for the members, (and this site) to be just as kind as you would on a newbie's models as you would a pro's. So, fo that I have to say thanks. I want to add a little more detail, do you all have any suggestions?

Thank ya! I spent like $20 on the kit and some paint at Michaels...might as well not let it sit there. I also lost a wheel, a window pane, etc. I think I might add some more detail/weathering tommorow..might have to break out the soldering iron and make a reason for it to be in the 'yard...hehe.