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    I have seen it, before, but had completely forgotten about it. Nothin' scary, about that! ?
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    I built a set of springs, for this thing. When I set the body and floorboard on the chassis, it was apparent that the springs, as they were, wouldn't be sturdy enough to support the weight of the model. I cut and bent some brass strip, to rectify the problem. Monogram's front crossmember looked too clunky, to me, so, I built one from Evergreen channel and .010" sheet. I got new fender arch panels cut and installed. I need to finish cleaning them up, and add the rolled strengthening ribs. The chassis is all cleaned up. I'm still trying to find a proper rearend center for it. If I don't, it should be simple enough to build one. As always questions, comments and critiques are welcome.
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    I was rearranging some stuff in the shop and ran across a Johan Sox and Martin Superbird box. It had an AMT Blazer, in it. A few minutes later, going through another box, I found almost the entire Superbird kit, much of it still on the sprues! The only things I didn't find were the airfoil (both supports are there) and the rear bumper. I have seen the airfoil around here, recently, and probably have the bumper. It's prettycool, to find something like that, you didn't realize you had!
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    Those perforated coupes are definitely '50s. The slicks give them away. But, I would agree, about the '60s. That was the decade where performance and style walked most closely, together.
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    Beautiful photos of a beautiful model! Congratulations, Tim! You have completely raised the bar! You commented that I need better photos of my junior fueler. It's WAY too flawed, for photos, like this! Excellent work, sir!
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    Not much there, left to paint!
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    Yeah. I mean, what could possibly go wrong? ?
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    Ward and Guzman's MG A out of Colorado.
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    Just WOW! You could do a cool "inspired by" using the Revell snapper '34. This thing is insane!
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    I have had good luck shooting Testors metalizers (I use the spray bomb) as a barrier coat, prior to anything else. It provides a barrier in a thin coat. It also kills any color bleed-through. Too bad Floquil isn't still around. They made bottles and sprays called "Barrier" that worked well, too.
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    The price on that white toner cartridge is insane! I really need to take some time to learn to use my Cricut. One of my ex-girlfriends bought an early one, for scrapbooking. I told her then, that if they made it, so that you could use your own art, they would open a whole new market, for themselves. Turns out, now I have one! I believe that it has a ton of potential, if one is willing to take the time to explore it (no pun intended).
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    Looks fantastic, Tim! You just reminded me that i need to get my junior fueler outside to take photos. Of course, that will just highlight its flaws! I see none, on this thing! Fabulous work!
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    That's the stuff! I used it for my junior fueler's body and motor plate. I have used it for interior panels, and to make a scoop for my '34. Great stuff! Very versatile.
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    Look for aluminum flashing at a home improvement store. It can be found in 5"x7" sheets. It measures .010" before the plastic coating is sanded off. It is easily annealed, and it's easily worked. I have been using it for many things, for a lot of years, now.
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    Thanks, Rooster! I'm hoping to finish it, by April. We'll see how that works out, for me! ?
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    Excellent! Very fine work!
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    I used the same jig to build the header. I turned brass rod in the lathe, to make the tapered pipe. Here are a couple of shots of the intake manifold, and the header. I removed the rear fender arch panels, and will be redoing those. This won't be a TROG build, as I am using some finned brake drums, on the rear, along with hydraulic brake "inners". I will be replacing the molded-on shocks with a set from the Revell Model A pickup. The front axle will also come from that kit. Still need to clean up these parts. I cut three different tapers, before I got one I was happy with. Sorry for the poor quality of the photos. I am more interested in the model,just now! ?
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    That's a good point! I was more considering it for use in cases of decals on a white field, for instance sponsor decals, simple logos, etc. I agree. It might not be feasible for simple lettering, etc.
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    I've been wondering how small the Cricut Explore will cut. I was thinking of using it, in conjunction with my printer and white decal paper, if it cuts small enough areas. Then, the decals could be printed on white paper, the image of the sheet could be imported into Cricut, and used as the guide for the cutter. I haven't begun learning to use my Cricut, yet.
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    Some of the models at the show which was held at the Hobbytown, in Westminster, CO. A few are 1/32 scale slot cars. They were nicely enough done, that I decided to share them, here. I was happy to be fortunate enough to capture my very first Best In Show, with my junior fueler!
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    Excellent work! I like the realistic looking textures/finish. Thanks for sharing!
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    This looks great! The wheels and tires are exceptional!
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    Thanks, everyone! It was a lot of fun. I met quite a few new fellow modelers, too! The same club sponsors another show/contest, in the spring. I'll probably check that one out, as well!
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    I eschewed sleep, when I got home from work this morning and went to a local contest/show. I was trying to talk myself out of going, to the point of putting on my knit shorts I wear, when I am not planning on going anywhere. Next thing I know, I am seemingly, involuntarily, loading four of my models in boxes to take to the show. Guess I'd better get dressed to go out, again! I'm glad I did, because I came home with these, a Revell MT Challenger 1 and $40 in Hobbytown gift cards. This is my very first Best In Show! Even though it's from a small contest, it still feels pretty danged good!
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    This is a thing of absolute beauty! You done good, Tim!
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