StevenGuthmiller

Chicken and Sausage Gumbo. Steve

I’m not a very good painter either. Never have been. But that’s why I eventually settled on a system that doesn’t require being a good painter in order to achieve a show quality paint job. Getting high quality paint results is without a doubt one of the most challenging aspects of model car building for the vast majority of builders. That’s why I repeatedly suggest the type of regimen that I use to people. Because I’ve learned over 50+ years in the hobby that you absolutely do not have to be a professional painter to get results like one. Steve

Shouldn't be difficult to replace the glass with thin clear plastic sheet. Looks way better than the "too thick" kit glass anyway. I use .007 clear "lay film" on pretty much all of my projects now unless the glass is some wild wrap around with compound curves. Anything relatively flat is quite easy to replace with sheet plastic. Couple of examples. Steve

I can't stress enough the importance of a good layer of clear for polishing purposes. If you plan on polishing your paint, the use of a good quality clear in a sufficient amount will not only guard against removing too much color or burning through the paint, but it has the added benefit of enhancing the color and adding depth to the paint finish. I don't even consider polishing my finishes without several coats of clear lacquer. Maybe just me but it's my opinion that clear is an integral part of the painting process and goes a long way towards eliminating any possible problems with the polishing process. I wouldn't attempt to do it any other way. With a good layer of clear, you don't have to rely on you're hopeful ability to be able to lay down a perfectly smooth paint job, and some orange peel quickly becomes a moot point with the ability to remove it without ever touching the underlying color. Steve

If you’re having issues with not being able to remove scratches, you might want to go back and revisit the entire polishing process. Are you starting with too course of a grit? Are you utilizing every grit all of the way to the finest without skipping any? Are you sufficiently utilizing each grit to it’s full measure? Once finished with the pads or paper, are you also using the Novus polish in succession? (Heavy and fine scratch remover) The scratch and swirl remover that I use has very little abrasive ability, so it serves only to enhance the luster and remove very fine surface anomalies. It’s not really going to remedy any problems of any real depth. Just thinking out loud. 😊 Steve

For the 4th of July celebrations, a big pot of oven BBQ Beef, Homemade Potato Salad, Watermelon, and Chocolate Bread Pudding with Ice Cream for dessert. Steve

Goat Cheese “Juicy Lucy” with Tomato Jam and Oven Fries. Steve

Thai Sweet Chili Shrimp and Vegetables with Jasmine Rice and Fried Dumplings. Steve

I agree! Fill them with styrene if at all possible! Steve

I use Turtle Wax “Scratch and Swirl Remover”. Steve

Ribeye with spinach salad and a baked potato with butter, sour cream, onions and bacon. Steve

Big pot-o-beef stew. 😊 Steve

Shrimp and Sausage Creole with Rice and a Spinach Salad. Steve

Smoked Brisket and baked beans. Steve

Here’s a few meals I’ve prepared over the past month or so. Grilled Pizza, with Alfredo sauce, bacon, mushrooms, fresh mozzarella, arugula and balsamic vinegar. Steve