Greg Cullinan Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 As I browsed thru Micheals crafts waiting for my wife to pick out swaorski crystals for bracelt making(her hobby).In the kids crafts section (yea right lol) I came across a 98 saleen convertible model kit(similar to my 1/1, 04 gt vert).I was struck with found memories of my childhood doing models.I figured I could do this with my 9 yr old son and it woud be good quality time. So we picked up the kit,few small bottles of testors,can of white spray(my 1/1 color),glue etc. $40 for some quality time no biggie.We brought it home,lil' greg had no interest besides the spraying part.I completed it in a few days with his help of painting the body. Not the end of the story,3 months later I have done 8 models alone,I have accounts at several online model suppliers,a tub full of unbuilt kits and assesories, a garage that has been sheetrocked,painted,drop ceiling and turned into a hobby room and a serious addiction(hobby) I strive for the elusive perfect model,my results are far from it so I believe I will be here awhile! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodBurNeR Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 I have not used one of them Testors work sheets in so long, I should use them once in awhile. You can use that SA rag for putting your glue on so you don't ruin the Testor's covering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyBad Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 I have not used one of them Testors work sheets in so long, I should use them once in awhile. You can use that SA rag for putting your glue on so you don't ruin the Testor's covering. I love it.. Sounds like your up and running really quick. got yourself a whole hobbie room. If ya sign up for the weekly Em ads from Micheals, you get a 40-50% off coupon now and then.. Welcome aboard. If ya gonna have A serious addiction, Ya couldn't get a better one than this.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samm1970 Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 I'm digging the Hobby room, is that a mini fridge helping support your workbench? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george 53 Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 The 1st step in recovery is ADMITTING to yourself that you HAVE/ARE an ADDICT/ADDICTION!!! The rest is just workin on recovery! Fortunately THERE ARE support groups like THIS one,That JUST HAPPENS to be THE BEST GROUP on the PLANET!!! WELCOME Greg, an I hope you get as junked out on this hobby as the rest of us!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MADmodelDOCTOR Posted August 29, 2009 Share Posted August 29, 2009 I love it.. ditto, Welcome aboard ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70elcamino Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 The 1st step in recovery is ADMITTING to yourself that you HAVE/ARE an ADDICT/ADDICTION!!! The rest is just workin on recovery! Fortunately THERE ARE support groups like THIS one,That JUST HAPPENS to be THE BEST GROUP on the PLANET!!! WELCOME Greg, an I hope you get as junked out on this hobby as the rest of us!!! Recovery ??? There's hope for recovery from this ? Russell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Cullinan Posted August 30, 2009 Author Share Posted August 30, 2009 Sam it is a mini-fridge under my work bench.A few days afetr I completed the garage a family member was moving and didnt have any use for it anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E St. Kruiser50 Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 Recovery ??? There's hope for recovery from this ? Russell WHO WANTS TO RECOVER ??? - THIS IS TOO MUCH FUN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigGary Posted August 30, 2009 Share Posted August 30, 2009 8 models in 3 months!!! I've been back to building cars for 2 years and I haven't finished one yet! I guess I'm not as addicted as ponyexpress! I have started that many however. Gary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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