Straightliner59

I appreciate the explanation, and apologize for not seeing this, sooner! I agree, that's definitely one of my favorite reasons for scratchbuilding. Plus, fabrication is more fun that cleaning up mold lines, etc. Then, there's "Why would I want to fix other people's FUs, when I can do it all by myself?!"😂

I agree with Ian. I aspire to such a level of work. It's beautiful in its simplicity. On a real car, that piece is nothing--on a model, it's art. Well done, my friend!

There are no words. This is absolutely next-level work! There's nothing not to love, here.

It's pretty weird.

Apparently, that's the only one, as I've successfully responded to a couple of other threads.

I appreciate that, David! It was a helluva journey, getting there! The stacks and elbows are now assembled, and cleaned up. I've started adding details to the manifold. The ribs are .010"X.020" Evergreen, on edge. I want to get one more down each side, then I can start fitting the throttle bodies/runners, and make them one, with the manifold. I'll probably try to finish up the fuel tank, today, and get it mounted. I need to make the fittings for the main line, and two returns. The holes are drilled, I just need to make and install fittings, and mounting bolts. I have a thing, for copper pigtails! Thanks for looking!

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Interesting that went through, here.

I've been trying to reply to the thread about keeping a scrap bin (just one?!), and this comes up, every time I hit "Submit". There's also text, in the background color that says "Debugging In WordPress."

It looks a beauty! Nice, smooth, invisible seams. I like Jack's crate, too!

I am happy to see that you decided to make the tailgate operable! It's such a unique feature, and its simplicity is ingenious. Nice work, making that happen!

I'd guess that's a different nomenclature for the armature wire. This is used to make framework for sculptures. It's dead-soft, so it's easily malleable. Since I first tried it, a couple years ago, I ordered some in different sizes. This, I think, is 9 ga. It's right at 1/8" in diameter. And, yes--it's excellent for headers! Thank you, Francis!

Very nice work! Your wheels really set it off. I enjoy building older kits, in spite of the extra work involved.

That is just gorgeous. Great work!

I love your weathering and finish work! Very nicely done!

It's perfect, Ian. It's just what you set out to create--a fine tribute to a friend. Beautifully accomplished

I still have parts of a couple of packages. And some of their tubing, as well.

I think there were a couple of other kits in that series, too. I wonder if they have the same tires?

That's an excellent suggestion. If so, the polishing compounds might well be effective.

I found 'em! They're in Monogram's Porsche Carrera RSR. It's one of those real basic kits. No engine. Rudimentary underside detail and an interior tub and body. I have one, and have actually built one, as well, but I replaced the running gear. It's hard to believe that was almost 40 years ago.

I think I have about 40 of those!😅

Awesome work, Greg! That looks fantastic.

I agree about parafilm. I only started using it a few years ago, but it really does make for some clean lines! I've used it to mask paint, the same day I sprayed it. The best way I can think to describe it is excellent adhesion, low tack.

Yes, typically, most cars have a wider track, in front than rear. At least every one I've researched for projects seems to have been that way.

Couldn't agree, more! It has better surface tension, I think. I also like that it remains pliable.