John Jacobs Posted December 31, 2017 Share Posted December 31, 2017 I've started working on a 1967 Corvette (Monogram). Decided to go with a metallic green exterior and saddle interior. Found a couple of pictures on the internet to go by. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted December 31, 2017 Share Posted December 31, 2017 Very nice interior especially the instruments. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slotto Posted December 31, 2017 Share Posted December 31, 2017 Wow! Great start! Love the dash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelson Posted January 1, 2018 Share Posted January 1, 2018 nice start so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modlbldr Posted January 2, 2018 Share Posted January 2, 2018 Nice build so far. Love he color combo. Later- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PARTSMARTY Posted January 3, 2018 Share Posted January 3, 2018 Can't wait to see more !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Jacobs Posted January 12, 2018 Author Share Posted January 12, 2018 Thanks for the comments. I was a little disappointed that the hood decals (were going to be white stripes) and the red lines for the tires completely disintegrated when I put them in water. I'm really happy with the look of the metallic green paint after several coats of Future, so my disappointment was short-lived. The metallic paint seems to be very porous, so it took about 5 coats before it started looking glossy. Here is the engine, now installed on the chassis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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espo Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 The engine and interior both look great. I'm surprised by your paint issues, what brand did you use ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Jacobs Posted January 13, 2018 Author Share Posted January 13, 2018 I should have been clearer. The Testors green metal flake paint went on okay, but it took about 5 coats of Future before it became glossy. I don't think the paint is intended to look glossy, being a metallic paint. I was surprised how much Future it soaked up, though. Regarding the decals, this kit, along with a bunch of others, was given to me by a guy who had them sitting in his garage for years, maybe decades. The decals must be extremely brittle from exposure to poor air conditions. I found a product online called liquid decal film by Microscale that may be able to preserve some of the decals from other kits. It's too late for this one, but that's okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthijsgrit Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 Really nice!!! What interior Color did you use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Jacobs Posted January 13, 2018 Author Share Posted January 13, 2018 Thanks. The interior is Testors flat brown enamel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RichCostello Posted January 13, 2018 Share Posted January 13, 2018 John, I have the white stinger decal for the hood from the coupe kit. It's pretty old, but has been kept in a photo album type book, so it might still be good. Let me know if you want it. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Jacobs Posted January 13, 2018 Author Share Posted January 13, 2018 Thank you for the offer, but I'm just going to leave this one without the white stripe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timonator Posted December 21, 2018 Share Posted December 21, 2018 How did you do the dash ? It looks perfect ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mod3l Lover Posted December 21, 2018 Share Posted December 21, 2018 That looks just perfect, I love this Vette!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted December 21, 2018 Share Posted December 21, 2018 On 1/13/2018 at 10:53 AM, John Jacobs said: I should have been clearer. The Testors green metal flake paint went on okay, but it took about 5 coats of Future before it became glossy. I don't think the paint is intended to look glossy, being a metallic paint. I was surprised how much Future it soaked up, though. Regarding the decals, this kit, along with a bunch of others, was given to me by a guy who had them sitting in his garage for years, maybe decades. The decals must be extremely brittle from exposure to poor air conditions. I found a product online called liquid decal film by Microscale that may be able to preserve some of the decals from other kits. It's too late for this one, but that's okay. That Micro Superfilm is excellent stuff! It definitely should be able to save some decals, for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy124 Posted December 21, 2018 Share Posted December 21, 2018 John, your progress on this Vette looks beautiful! I will be following this. 43 minutes ago, Straightliner59 said: That Micro Superfilm is excellent stuff! It definitely should be able to save some decals, for you. I believe the point about using the Microscale film is that you have to be aware of the decal's poor state beforehand. Once they disintegrate in the water, it's too late. So maybe one should use the film precautiously on all old decals... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted December 21, 2018 Share Posted December 21, 2018 Nice clean build you have going, colors and details look great... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carmad1957 Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Nice clean job- love the dash work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
66belair Posted December 24, 2018 Share Posted December 24, 2018 Nice clean build, got a couple of these in my stash. I really love the one with the multi carb intake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuces Posted December 25, 2018 Share Posted December 25, 2018 ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Jacobs Posted January 28, 2019 Author Share Posted January 28, 2019 Thanks for all the recent comments. Have just gotten back into modeling after a few month's break. I should have closed up this thread with a link to the finished model. See below. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted October 18, 2019 Share Posted October 18, 2019 On 12/21/2018 at 2:26 AM, Tommy124 said: John, your progress on this Vette looks beautiful! I will be following this. I believe the point about using the Microscale film is that you have to be aware of the decal's poor state beforehand. Once they disintegrate in the water, it's too late. So maybe one should use the film precautiously on all old decals... Micro Superfilm is safe for all decals. I have yet to hear of an instance in which it's failed to save an old sheet(although, I am sure there are exceptions). Just brush it on, and let it dry, and apply, as usual. They recommend multiple coats for older decals. Granted, once they've disintegrated in water, it's a bit late! ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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