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Jimmy Wilson

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  • Birthday 05/14/1957

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  1. Check with Charles at Texas 3D Customs. He has a varied inventory and used to do "printing on demand" with files supplied by the buyer. He did this for me for some none automotive parts for my son's Warhammer models. He's on vacation currently and it is stated on his website. I have also purchased car components from him, and his work is top quality and his customer service is great. https://tx3dcustoms.com/ https://tx3dcustoms.com/products/ar-torque-thrust
  2. https://www.motortrend.com/news/uncertain-t-custom-1921-ford-model-t-grand-national-roadster-show/
  3. It turned up. https://www.motortrend.com/news/uncertain-t-custom-1921-ford-model-t-grand-national-roadster-show/
  4. Great work on the body! I've got a resin version of this already chopped lurking somewhere in the "Hobby Room". I've also rat-holed away several Allison engines, probably enough to build this and the quad motored Fiat. I just can't see tying up that many of those engines in one model.
  5. Great job! The "Mr. Speed" built on the Piranha chassis had the chopped top, and the roll pan style front end also. The "Mr. Speed" was rereleased with the double blower set up, but I'm not sure as of when. Yours looks pretty cool with the bumper on the front though.
  6. I've got about five of the tins in the closet.
  7. I just received the turbo VW motor in the mail today. It is incredible. The fit of the parts is great, they were really detailed especially the cylinder fins. There was an email verifying my order, one for it being shipped, one for "out for delivery" and one last email verifying it was delivered. Automated I'm sure, but not a lot of companies follow through like this, especially with the aftermarket suppliers. I had posted a while back about Charles doing some "On demand" printing for me. I'm not sure of this process as his business seems to have taken off, but it might be something to consider if you're looking for a "one off" item. He patiently worked with the files I provided, gave me a price upfront and stuck with it, and maximized the layout to assure me the most items for my money. This was based on how he took the time to lay them out on the printing surface, and instead of just throwing out some random number he worked to print as many as would work reasonably. If you are on the fence about making any purchases from Texas 3D Customs, do it with confidence and the knowledge you won't be waiting months to receive your items and they will be worth the price. The free shipping that came with my order was a bonus also. You won't meet a nicer guy, and he is good at his craft.
  8. I recently subscribed again to Model Cars Magazine. My first issue arrived today and it came in a poly bag to prevent torn covers from poor handling. Thank you for doing this as my issues in the past arrived frequently showed up with ripped covers, and bent pages. I know the publisher was not responsible for it being manhandled on it's way to my house, but I applaud them for taking this step. My Scale Auto magazines often came in the poly bags. I'm so hyped to open my magazine and enjoy one devoted to my hobby in general, and want to thank everyone involved because not everyone is into trains which seems to be Kalmbach's main priority. I still subscribe to Scale Modeler, but car's are not their main focus.
  9. I knew that, especially since I didn't get shot when I forgot the correct "secret knock" sequence at the door! And you didn't lure me inside to be dinner for the labradoodles, or killer poodles depending on their mood.
  10. Is this used in casting resin products? Just curious and wanted to share. I've purchased from them before. It's easy to sign up and they ship a lot of the items for sale with Fed Ex, fairly reasonably priced. They take PayPal also.
  11. You were a very gracious host allowing us into your home, and "pulling back the curtain" to see where the magic happens. It was mind blowing to see your shop, and looking at the inventory. I turned 65 today, that must be the reason. I must have had the "Erik" post from above in my mind, and couldn't remember your name or spell his correctly. CHARLES, is an incredibly nice guy and talented craftsman.
  12. Charles did some "on demand" printing for me with some files I supplied to him. The work was incredible! While it was not automotive, his fees were reasonable I felt, and he worked with me to assure the most "bang for my buck" in fitting as many pieces on the print plate that would work out. While I was picking up my items he showed me some samples of his motors, wheels, and tires. I was really impressed with the tires as they were pliable resin, and so much like rubber. I picked up a blown Hemi because it never hurts to have one of this quality lying around just in case. The photo was taken under a very harsh, bright light so what looks like blemishes are nothing but differences in the color of how the resin cured.
  13. Awesome work, I've always been really impressed with your building skills. On a side note I saw some online photos from a car show on Bang Shift.com that I think is your car I've seen in some of your past posts. Am I correct? It's an incredible looking ride too!
  14. It wasn't showing up for me. Or least I didn't think it was. I'm old and easily confused these days. Thanks!
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