StevenGuthmiller

Thank you for that information Tim. The appearance in FSM magazine is news to me. My ‘65 Fury is apparently gracing the cover of the latest issue of MCM magazine, and it’s my understanding that my ‘68 Olds 442 will be included in the NNL coverage in the next issue, so interesting news has been coming along quite frequently as of late. Steve

I think you all know my opinion.? I don’t think it’s possible to do a better job on scripts than using the “fup” technique, with the exception of using PE parts. The technique is very sound. Execution of the technique is where the problems arise. Steve

Another example where PayPal comes into play. Steve

Apparently the same primers that I am using. I don’t think I’ve ever spent less than $9.00 or $10.00 on a can of Duplicolor, and the price continues to rise. Steve

Which one are you using? Steve

Then I suppose that the LeMans might also have it......but I don't. Steve

I now use mostly Duplicolor "Primer/Sealer". Steve

Personally, I use Duplicolor primers, but you need to be cognisent that they are designed for automotive applications and are a "hotter" primer than hobby primers. But they have many pros as well. Steve

I can depend a lot on what type of paint you plan on using. You'll get a lot of responses suggesting Tamiya primer, which is a good, safe alternative for most circumstances. Steve

By the way, if anyone is in need of a pair of stock grille halves for the MPC '69 Bonneville, I have a set. Steve

Absolutely! Every technique that I use has been picked up from someone else. I very rarely come up with a completely unique technique myself that hasn't been applied by somebody before me. Although I will often tweak those ideas a bit to suit my own purposes and style. I also agree with treating each sub-assembly as a separate model. I originally started using this idea by separating the body, chassis, interior and engine into 4 individual projects. As time has progressed, that has broken down into many more separate "models". Now I will often apply that thought into looking at a dashboard or intake assembly as an individual project. Steve

I don't believe so? My AMT '64 Tempest/LeMans has the console detail molded into the tub. No separate chrome piece. Maybe the Monogram '64 GTO? Steve

I've never witnessed any extra charges.... for buying anyway. Everything I've ever bought with PayPal cost me exactly the advertised price. If there were ever any fees, I never noticed them. Steve

The best advice that I can give anyone at the beginning of their first project is to concentrate on eliminating as many of the mold lines as possible, especially on the body. The best paint job in the world will still look like a booger if there's a big mold line running all of the way across the trunk lid! Steve

YES! But I don't think it's because I'm sad to see it end. I'm very excited to be reaching the finish line and I want to make sure that everything is perfect. And I don't want to screw anything up! Steve

I do the same. I barely remember how to write a check or what cash looks like! ? Steve

Yeah, I’ve thought about doing modifications such as this, but as with all things, one must know where to stop. A build could go on forever unless limitations are set. ? Steve

Personally, I feel more secure using my PayPal account than handing out my credit card info to every Tom, Dick and Harry on the web. My wife has had her credit card compromised at least 3 times in the past five years. Never had a single hacking issue of any kind using PayPal. I use it over a credit card whenever I can. Steve

The wife and I were actually quite impressed with the cleanliness of a city the size of Phoenix. I’ve been to many cities a fraction of the size that were absolute trash pits, and most comparably sized cities were usually even worse. Steve

We had a great time! Arizona is on our short list for retirement destinations. ? Steve

It was glorious! Steve

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Mine as well. I pretty much have to do everything under a lighted magnifier. Steve

I was going to suggest that. For long straight stretches of trim, it's almost a requirement that you have some sort of system to aid in keeping the cuts straight, unless you have hands as steady as a rock. Blue painters tape makes a great guide for foiling. You can apply the foil and then lay thin strips of tape along the sides of the trim. The blade can then ride along the edge of the tape as a guide, and the blue color of the tape adds contrast between the shiny foil and blade to make it easier to see what you're doing. I do all of my foiling using this method and it makes things a whole lot easier, and now all of my trim is absolutely straight. Steve

I just looked at the Johan one as well, but just like the Revell piece, it won't fit under the hood. The rise is too high. Adding the Fireball carbs apparently adds enough height to the engine assembly that with the carbs and air cleaner added, the hood will not close correctly. I guess this is one of those circumstances where accuracy will have to suffer a little bit somewhere in order for things to fit properly. Steve