StevenGuthmiller Posted April 24, 2020 Author Share Posted April 24, 2020 5 hours ago, Curt said: I really love Michael's gauge faces but I don't use them on my 60's Pontiacs. The reason is the black gauge background which to my eye is not correct for these cars. If I could scan them into something like Photoshop and change the background to what looks to me like a gray with a very slight blue tint, I would be happier. I'm just happy that somebody produces anything for a 56 year old kit! I'm okay with the black. I'm no good with printing decals anyway. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted April 26, 2020 Share Posted April 26, 2020 Looking forward to more of your dash work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted April 30, 2020 Author Share Posted April 30, 2020 (edited) On 4/25/2020 at 9:49 PM, slusher said: Looking forward to more of your dash work. Thanks Carl! Started getting my weird hood hinge configuration worked out today. I started by utilizing the static hinges from the AMT '62 Catalina kit. A plate with pins was installed on the hood itself. The hinges then had a slotted plate added that will quickly slip over the pins and secure the hinges to the hood. Micro magnets were added to the back of the hinge and the firewall making it possible to display the hood in the open position if desired without a prop, or closed by simple removing the hinges. It's a bit of a strange configuration and will require that the hinges be kept loose with the model when the hood is closed, but it will allow me to display it how I would like without making actual working hinges, or cutting slots in the firewall for hinges to fold back into. Just as screw posts under the hood have become something that I can't abide, large hinge slots cut into the firewall have become unsightly features that I really can't get past anymore. Steve Edited April 30, 2020 by StevenGuthmiller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted April 30, 2020 Author Share Posted April 30, 2020 (edited) Just in case anyone was wondering, yes, this configuration is more than strong enough to do the job that it is intended to do. If one hinge will hold the hood in place, 2 will be more than enough strength. Steve Edited April 30, 2020 by StevenGuthmiller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Khils Posted April 30, 2020 Share Posted April 30, 2020 50 minutes ago, StevenGuthmiller said: If one hinge will hold the hood in place, 2 will be more than enough strength. Very cool transition Sir!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted April 30, 2020 Share Posted April 30, 2020 Great idea for the Hood. This makes it an even more interesting way to display it with the Hood open . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucky Posted April 30, 2020 Share Posted April 30, 2020 A fantastic method! That Steve....he's always thinkin'!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Posted April 30, 2020 Share Posted April 30, 2020 Very nice! No hinge slots or inaccurate prop rod. Great idea, Steve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmericanMuscleFan Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 I agree with others Steven, that's a very good idea and your model will be cool looking with the hood open at the next model show! I love it... well done!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted May 1, 2020 Author Share Posted May 1, 2020 (edited) Thanks guys! The modifications are finished. I think it works better than I had imagined! Steve Edited May 1, 2020 by StevenGuthmiller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucky Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CabDriver Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 Very smart idea on the hinges - clever design and they LOOK great too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucky Posted May 1, 2020 Share Posted May 1, 2020 Another of Steve's tricks I may "borrow"! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hedotwo Posted May 2, 2020 Share Posted May 2, 2020 Great job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmericanMuscleFan Posted May 2, 2020 Share Posted May 2, 2020 Super good job Steven! Where did you find these micro magnets? They might be useful for other applications too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Can-Con Posted May 2, 2020 Share Posted May 2, 2020 Looks good Steve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted May 2, 2020 Author Share Posted May 2, 2020 49 minutes ago, AmericanMuscleFan said: Super good job Steven! Where did you find these micro magnets? They might be useful for other applications too. I picked these up on ebay. 100 magnets for $6.43. There are many shapes and sizes to choose from. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmericanMuscleFan Posted May 2, 2020 Share Posted May 2, 2020 3 hours ago, StevenGuthmiller said: I picked these up on ebay. 100 magnets for $6.43. There are many shapes and sizes to choose from. Steve Thanks for the info Steven! eBay is an endless source of product... I'm on this auction site since 2002 and always surprised by the variety of items available! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nazz Posted May 3, 2020 Share Posted May 3, 2020 Micro magnets . Ingenious! I will have to try this idea also! Thanks Steve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted May 3, 2020 Author Share Posted May 3, 2020 2 hours ago, Nazz said: Micro magnets . Ingenious! I will have to try this idea also! Thanks Steve. Just so folks know, the application of the magnets to the hinges might be a unique idea, but micro magnets for modeling applications are definitely not. People have been using them for quite some time for things like holding doors closed. This is not a technique that I can take credit for. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted May 4, 2020 Share Posted May 4, 2020 Wonderful thread Steven. You've got quite the eye. cheers, tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelbuilder Mark Posted May 5, 2020 Share Posted May 5, 2020 MAN Steven I am digging this modification. which indeed adds a great level of realism. The only thing I would personally worry about, is if you took it to a show or competition, and someone decided to try and "close" the hood. In those situations, I would likely still display with either hood on, or next to it to prevent someone from accidentally damaging it, or turning it over and knocking the hood to the floor etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted May 5, 2020 Author Share Posted May 5, 2020 Thanks everyone! 2 hours ago, Modelbuilder Mark said: The only thing I would personally worry about, is if you took it to a show or competition, and someone decided to try and "close" the hood. I appreciate the concern Mark, and I understand your point, but part of the beauty of this is the fact that if someone were to try to close the hood, it should just break loose the magnets resulting in no damage. A much better outcome than if the hinges were glued to the firewall and hood. Besides, I have not yet attended a show where someone has had the cohones to pick up or tip over someone else's model without permission! That's a little like sitting on a Hell's Angels member's Harley!! Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted May 5, 2020 Share Posted May 5, 2020 What an excellent, ingenious idea! It looks great! Nice work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragcarz Posted May 5, 2020 Share Posted May 5, 2020 Way cool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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