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charlie8575 replied to charlie8575's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
With conventional machining, you're correct. 3-D metal prints fairly smooth, so the the only thing you need to do is what would amount to the final polish, and maybe a small amount of clean-up/adjustment. Not sure, but around here, machinists charge around $40-50/hour, or more if it's a specialty shop. Charlie Larkin -
Tamiya primer and Vallejo model paints
charlie8575 replied to Hws5283's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
Tamiya, being a lacquer, can be top-coated with any paint you'd like. Just make sure to let it dry thoroughly. I recommend overnight. Charlie Larkin -
Bugatti Royale interior ?
charlie8575 replied to Jon Haigwood's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
I'll be copying and shrinking as appropriate. Charlie Larkin -
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That's one of my favorite series of stamps. Might get one just for that. Charlie Larkin
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amt 1202 1/25 AMT 1963 Chevy II Nova Station Wagon - Craftsman Plus
charlie8575 replied to Casey's topic in Car Kit News & Reviews
Grabbed mine Monday. Very nicely-moulded and some of the best tires I've ever seen. They absolutely scream "Goodyear" without saying Goodyear because royalties. Still very nice. I may use this as a second 24-hour kit. It's perfect for it. Thinking Cordovan Brown or Monaco Blue, or a couple of other colors I have in the stock I can use. Charlie Larkin- 499 replies
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So that's newer construction? Impressive. Vienna is nearer to D.C., correct? Seems a house such as that would sell nicely around there. So, after reading this review...this is what I'm reading: 1. Correct the exhaust. 2. Fill in the scoops on the hood, and make it a flat hood. 3. Present the car as a 302/351-W car, and be done with it, or get one of Ken Kitchen's 240/250 I-6s and a C-4 from Kris Morgan, and make it main-streamer with the Pony interior (which it sounds like this "deluxe" interior is more-or-less like)? Am I on the right track? Might be best to see if Revell does in fact do a new kit if you really want a Mach 1, or turn this into something a little closer to what it might actually be. Charlie Larkin
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Nice car, but those houses! Is that Williamsburg, or just someplace with really good architecture? Charlie Larkin
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Re: Grille? 3-D print/resin cast of same to the rescue? Charlie Larkin
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Need help with a Chrysler Paint color
charlie8575 replied to lordorion1974's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
Ah, I thought you were looking for the Spring Special package. He didn't happen to tell you what manufacturer (i.e., DuPont, Acme-Rogers, Ditzler-PPG, etc.) those came from? Charlie Larkin -
Rustoleum Clear Gloss Lacquer
charlie8575 replied to Snake45's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
I'm interested to see your findings. Charlie Larkin -
Most durable chrome painting option(s)?
charlie8575 replied to crowe-t's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
Have you tried clearing it? Also, do you have any pictures of anything you've painted with this for reference? Charlie Larkin -
For most of my exhaust work, I use Vallejo Oily Steel, which has a slightly darker tone, and then dry-brush Vallejo Light and Dark Rust on it. The Dark Rust usually goes well at the joints. Play with that a little. I also find the Oily Steel with the Dark Rust dry-brushed makes for an excellent appearance for near-new exhaust manifolds. Charlie Larkin
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So many.... V12 Packards. Never-done or new 1954-'59 Buick/Olds/Pontiac/Cadillacs. More Forward-Look Mopars. The moulds are gone, the kits from Jo-Han aren't coming back. I will volunteer my 1955 Dodge, once restored, for any manufacturer that would like to measure it up. I'd like to see Moebius do a 1948-'50 Hudson. It would require a lot of new parts, but a lot of them would carry over, too. A new 1958 Ford (listening, Revell?) A Chrysler or DeSoto Airflow. More 1940s cars that aren't Fords. A shark-nosed Graham. Any LaSalle, especially the 1934-'36 or 1940 models. A Marmon V16. Just for something totally off the wall. A Stanley Steamer. New pickup trucks, meaning post-'90s. We really need these. 1992-2011 Panther-chassis Fords. Lincoln Mk. III-VIII. Correct, properly-done 1933-'36 Fords, especially a wagon. Stock 1937-'38 Fords. 1939-'48 Mercuries. 1930s Plymouth or Dodge (aside from the Lindberg 1/32 cars). STOCK 1937 Lincoln Zephyr. 1977-'90 Caprice/Impala, or any other B-body, and a correct 1986-'92 Cadillac Brougham. 1979-'91 Panthers. More 1930s luxury cars. 1971-'73 Riviera. 1971-'76 GM wagons. I like the Buick and Olds best, but I'll take any of them. 1978-'87 Pontiac Grand Prix Pontiac Solstice The new Chrysler Pacifica is a cool-looking van. 2010-'19 Ford Taurus with police parts or an SHO. 2011-up Dodge Charger/Chrysler 300. To appeal to the masses, perhaps some contemporary SUVs, like a Grand Cherokee, Suburban/Tahoe, Explorer or Expedition. Some modern, non high-end cars. Make the models relatable, and priced right (around $15-20), and kids might buy, especially if simple, like the Academy Hyundais, although hopefully with a little better engraving. Olds Vista Cruiser/Buick Sport Wagon. Fuselage-body Mopars. A properly-detailed 2015-up Mustang. More brass-era cars. The list goes on. Charlie Larkin
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charlie8575 replied to charlie8575's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
Absolutely amazing. Charlie Larkin