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    Pocher Rolls Sedanca

    in WIP: Model Cars

    Posted

    Oh yea baby, that's what I'm talking about............progress of a Pocher. Love what you did w/the petrol tank, you gotta use proper English when constructing a Rolls. The trunk is the boot and the hood is a bonnet........... ;)

    I can just hear ya now, oh great, I am progressing and I am going to get a lesson on words.

    Keep'em coming buddy.

    Rick B)

    ''OLD 16'' 1906 LOCOMOBILE RACER in 1/16 scale

    in Other Racing: Road Racing, Salt Flat Racers

    Posted

    Frank I have searched high and low for the recommended parts you used for your build, no such luck............ :o

    But I am itching to build a Locomobile, so w/2 kits of Ole 16, I believe I will give one ago w/what comes in the box.

    I have been studying the plans/drawings, and I believe w/careful work.......a pretty cool rep of this type vehicle can be had out of the box, albeit not as nice as yours........... ;)

    Rick

    HM's 1900 Packard Roadster 1/16

    in WIP: Model Cars

    Posted

    Not a criticism, but a question out of curiosity: Why did you glue the seats to the body structure before painting? Seems to me it would be easier to work with the seats separately -- paint, cushions, etc -- before gluing them.

    No criticism taken friend, you are correct in your order of work, but after much thought and the having to line the seat w/the two curved body trim parts........of which was added after the seat was attached, I just thought it easier to glue seat frame to body. I have as of yet, made the seat that will insert into the frame. I also like to paint as much of the assembly as possible while building and this is a learning curve for me with these types kits. Sometimes what looks easier can lead to more head aches than it was worth for the ease of the effort. That's one of those things about modeling, after you finish a build and look it all over, about 1/2 of it would be done a different way........@ least it works that way for me. I built 2 Pocher kits @ same time years ago, both were the same type vehicle, one for me, one for a client.......even building @ same time, what I found did and did not work on one, I tried differently on the other.........amazingly, a lot of stuff was done differently and I to this day remember what made that assembly work smoother and if I built that same kit again, I would try new and other ways I guess. Thanks for the question and I hope I answered what you were asking. To anyone following this thread, ask away, and if you need to be critical, do so.......after all, we want the same results, knowledge of what and why to a completed project. ;)

    As for a section for this type model, I am pretty new here, but I think a better idea would to make it a Brass Era Vehicles........any scale and or material. That way more people might take on these types vehicle's if a broader range were allowed..........just my 2 cents worth.

    Rick B)

    HM's 1900 Packard Roadster 1/16

    in WIP: Model Cars

    Posted

    Rick- heads up- theres a very rare H M on ebay -I have not seen and with a top- item # 390797018687

    1904 Stevens Duryea appears mint. good bidding! FS

    I am watching, but could not take it, went ahead and Buy Now on 1914 Model T Fire Engine..............saw one of these not long ago on another web site f/$100.00!

    Rick

    HM's 1900 Packard Roadster 1/16

    in WIP: Model Cars

    Posted · Edited by Pocherphile

    It makes me stop and reflect........these were designed and kitted for sale not long after WWII. Pretty much the norm for the period, model in balsa.......ie: Cleveland Models, some of the most detailed out of box flying models one could hope to complete, f/example a 1/4 scale B-17. If you do find one of these kits today, will set you back $1000.00.

    But what has my attention is what the modelers during this time period had to work with..........straight pins/sewing type, cleous glues, banana oil, razor blades, really, you took a double edge and broke it in half, no x-acto back then! Also no CA either for helping in a tight spot to hold a part in place.

    As I have been working on this what looks to be a simple little balsa model car, I am reminded of how easy we have it now days and to be very honest, this kit has had some moments and again I will state, do not let the simplistic look of the kit fool you, it is a builders kit in every sence.........give one a try and see what I am talking about.

    For Frank to turn out the model he did of Ole 16, took a masters touch to get it too look as good as it does. My hat off to you Frank for a job well done. These little cars are not plastic formed parts that all you do is glue them together and paint, you make the part and that is the appeal of these kits too me. ^_^

    Rick B)

    ''OLD 16'' 1906 LOCOMOBILE RACER in 1/16 scale

    in Other Racing: Road Racing, Salt Flat Racers

    Posted

    That is correct and the moment the FIAT Mefistofele is available, I will order a couple........I already have the 1/6th 650 Moto Guzzi..........funny in away, collectors do not like to see this @ all....but for those who would love to build one again no longer need to get ripped to buy one, I have seen the Mefistofele go for insane prices and still see it being sold for high prices right now, but oh happy day.......soon you can buy @ a reasonable price....... :lol::lol:

    The Moto Guzzi..........is the pinnacle of bike kits, look it up and be amazed.

    Rick

    Future project.......................

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    HM's 1900 Packard Roadster 1/16

    in WIP: Model Cars

    Posted

    Cato..........you say the same thing my wife says all the time, am I from the same planet! But I assure all, I am a son of the third rock from the Sun! Cato.......neatness is a curse sometimes. I spend too much time cleaning and not building.

    Harry.........I am sure as you have said, you have alot going on and that is why your builds look like miniature works of art, you do not worry about clutter, but completion........that is where I need to be. I will admit, some of this comes from ship building, dust is the enemy, especially while rigging using bee wax on the thread, so I just have a habit of a clean work station.

    Frank.........you can order the CA, and pay w/Pay-Pal, just do not be in a hurry to get, I wished now after using, this is the first time I have, I had of ordered more than 1 bottle. The glue was ordered to help in the building of card models........GPM.com

    Also, you know me too well, already have the kit on the watch list and will try to get if I can. After the work this weekend on the Packard, I am now hooked on these kits and hope to build many of them. And yes, the balsa in these old kits is some of the best you will ever get the chance to work with.....look @ the photos, the wood is as flat as it was when milled for the kit. Sands smooth and is easy to shape. I did add a extra brace to the inside of the boxed in area of the body just for my own peace of mind, I am sure it was redundant. You build the body then the undercarriage sep and join the two..........pretty simple little kit, just take the time to true everything and it will turn out square. I still have a few things to do to the body and then on to the carriage.

    Glad too see everyone watching the progress.

    Rick B)

    HM's 1900 Packard Roadster 1/16

    in WIP: Model Cars

    Posted

    My wife says I am beyond anal when it comes from being a neat nut.............even @ work my co-workers are amazed I work and keep everything neat and clean as I go. Is just one of those traits I kept from my days as a GI.

    I know guys who work in complete chaos...........and do a great job.........but not for me.

    Pocher Rolls Sedanca

    in WIP: Model Cars

    Posted · Edited by Pocherphile

    Regardless the tire, kit or aftermarket. A good way to keep tires holding their shape is to fill the tire with a material such as tissue.

    Rick

    PS: A must with Big Duce tires, if you work at it a bulge can be made at the spot where rubber hits the pavement just like a real tire.

    I would like to see some model cars

    in Model Cars

    Posted · Edited by Pocherphile

    Awesome, just awesome :o

    I wished I knew then what I know now.

    Came back to USA from FRG 1975.........on way home from airport, spied a set of wheels on a car lot.

    Went back to that car lot, dickered with the owner......0le Cav man himself, drove those wheels off the lot after handing him $2700.00 hard saved.

    What was that ride..........a 1 owner 1969 Factory Z28..........one bad mamma jamma. White body, black strips, black interior.

    Engine was factory hotrod, 4 speed trans..........would pick front wheels off of the ground a good inch popping the clutch............like I said, this was a Factory built hotrod ready for the strip. Had to add traction bars to keep rear wheels on the ground. I would go on to add a few more goodies, a Elderbrook Highrise w/twin 650's, a Cam, solid lifters, Headman Headers, Accel Coil, 411 rear, Fenton wheels w/Mickey Thompson Tires and did change the hood for a hood w/scoop to flow air to those 2 high octane burning carbs. I sold that car back then to a fella who would campaign successfully @ several strips around GA. So yea, these bring back some good memories. :lol:

    Forgive my spelling if I did not spell the names right, you get the idea.

    Old school Hot Rodder.

    ''OLD 16'' 1906 LOCOMOBILE RACER in 1/16 scale

    in Other Racing: Road Racing, Salt Flat Racers

    Posted · Edited by Pocherphile

    I can't remember if it was already mentioned here, but it was announced last month at the Nurnberg Toy Fair that Italeri is reissuing the Protar 1/12 Fiat Mefistofele.

    http://www.scalemotorcars.com/forum/general-discussion/77518-fiat-mefistofele-1-12-a.html

    http://www.bestbalsakits.com/tamiya/tamiya-detail.asp?kitnumber=2008

    That is correct and the moment the FIAT Mefistofele is available, I will order a couple........I already have the 1/6th 650 Moto Guzzi..........funny in away, collectors do not like to see this @ all....but for those who would love to build one again no longer need to get ripped to buy one, I have seen the Mefistofele go for insane prices and still see it being sold for high prices right now, but oh happy day.......soon you can buy @ a reasonable price....... :lol::lol:

    The Moto Guzzi..........is the pinnacle of bike kits, look it up and be amazed.

    Rick

    HM's 1900 Packard Roadster 1/16

    in WIP: Model Cars

    Posted

    Progress on the little Packard.........do not for a min. think those little box's of a few sheets of wood, card, wire and plastic parts is a weekend project.......well I guess they could be if one was to just throw one together! Fit and re-fit of parts insure they were square and flat against ea. other. Dug out a couple of my ole ship building tools to make this task easier. I bought these years ago, and I have never regretted I did.......Fourmost Miter Sander, Miter Cut and Miter Saw......if you work w/wood, these are a must and I have used them w/sheet plastic as well. I also used another wood building tool, Easy Built Models Magnetic Build Board w/mags.........

    if you ever do use, you will find all sorts of uses for it. What you see was about 4 hours work of squaring and truing up all the parts that make the carrage/body. I also posted I was tring to figure what glue to use.......I used uni-flex Technical-T120, this is a CA from Poland f/working with wood, metal, plastic and card........good stuff. Does not bleed thru wood. So I will let the photos speak from here. Still some work w/sanding block and a few parts to complete the body.......over all, well pleased with how this turned out. Oh yea, the 1st Grade Balsa was a pleasure to work with. ^_^

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    Parry and Babs

    in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)

    Posted

    Oh, you got me looking..........the thing about monster cars........they were really brute beast........check out this car on You Tube........Brutus, now this is not a brass era car, but check this thing out.........Jay Leno also has a car I believe that is powered by a aero engine as well.

    Rick B)

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