StevenGuthmiller

Another thing to remember is that it's relatively simple to remove any goofs with a little thinner. If you use enamel, a sharpened tooth pick dipped in mineral spirits will take the paint off of any areas where you get a little crazy and it won't hurt the clear plastic. If using acrylic, I would imagine that water would do the same, although it would probably need to be removed more quickly. The enamel goofs can be cleaned up at any time. This is another technique that I often use and it works great for any detailing where you are using enamels over lacquer paints as well. The mineral spirits will remove the enamel without damaging the lacquer underneath. Steve

For small details, I use what you might call a "semi dry brush" technique. I dip a small pointed brush in the paint and then "roll" it over a paper towel. The rolling serves the purpose of not only removing a good portion of the paint from the brush, but it also rolls it into a fine point. I can do some pretty small details this way with a fairly large brush. I basically use one brush for the vast majority of my detail painting and let the paint do the work, not the brush.......if that makes any sense to you. Steve

I really wish that all of you guys from Winnipeg could be there Wayne. I don't think it will be the same without you. Best wishes to all of you, and I really hope to see you all next May. Steve

Is it possible that I could be among the first in model car history to have the same models displayed at 2 separate NNL events at exactly the same time? Just entered several of my builds in the on-line 2020 ACME Southern nationals show to take place between November 1st and 7th. At the same time, some of those same models will be displayed at the 2020 NNL North show to take place In Bloomington Minnesota on Sunday, November 1st after being postponed from May. I can't see that happening to me again! Steve

Thanks Steve! I entered 3. A lot of really nice entries there! Lots of very stiff competition. Steve

I was just going to suggest to the OP to post in the "Wanted" section for a replacement body, but I see it may already have been resolved. In the future Ryan, ask if anyone has any replacement for parts that you may need in the wanted section. This is a very common kit and it's very likely that someone would have a spare body that you could either trade for, or quite often, one of the more generous members of the forum might even send you one for free if you just pay for the shipping. I have been on the receiving, and giving end of this type of arrangement on this board numerous times. Steve

Actually it usually looks better in my opinion to apply a colored embossing powder that is close to the interior color over the painted floor rather than paint it the exact same color as everything else. Carpet is rarely exactly the same color as the rest of the interior, so it looks great to have a little contrast. Steve

I'll bet it's the same material as their "graduated window tint". An elastic vinyl film. If this is the case, one thing that I can tell you is that you better have the positioning right the first time. Once this stuff sticks, it's not coming off and still be usable. The window tint requires water to be applied to the surface prior to the material to aid in positioning. If this stuff is the same material, it's kind of a big PITA to use. Not even a close alternative to BMF. Steve

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I wouldn't even consider it, regardless of how good it is, for that kind of price. BMF is fantastic stuff, and with twice as much product for half the price, I can see why nobody has heard of the Hasegawa stuff. Steve

Well, if you know anything about me, you'll know that I love weird colors! And hey, that's part of the fun of building. Push the envelope a little! After your above post, I got to looking at the colors available on the '70 Olds. I was surprised to see that you didn't miss a color called "Regency Rose" by much at all! I had no idea this color was available. It wasn't available in '69, but I have to tell you, If I ever build a '70 Olds, this color will be right up there at the top for consideration. I suppose that I should apologize and thank you for opening my eyes. We all can learn something new from every post. Steve

It doesn't bother me in the least. But in the end, I suppose it depends a great deal on the density of ones husk. Steve

That's pretty much the same as #1. Steve

The question Snake, was not whether or not we liked wheels. It was asked of us what are opinions are on the types of wheels available, and I suppose one could apply the Facebook "like" philosophy and just say either yes, I like big wheels and thin tires, or no I don't, and end it with that. Not much of a discussion if that's all that's offered, is it? It's not a "discussion" at all. It could just as well have been conducted as a poll. A closer analogy might be the exchange that would ensue if asked "who" your favorite baseball or basketball team was. I'm pretty confident that you would get long and detailed conversations about that. Somehow I get the feeling that James was hoping for a little more interaction on this topic than just a thumbs up or thumbs down. And after all, what's wrong with a little friendly discussion and debate. It only seems to start to become a problem when things start getting over analyzed. It's just supposed to be a fun dialogue. So to answer your question, I thought there might be a little fun back and forth on a question like this, and there was........at first. Steve

No James, it wasn't the wrong thing to do. You're always going to get a few people that are going to rain on your parade, no matter what you post. If we really want to discuss "driving people away" from the forum and hobby, I can't think of a better way to accomplish that then to label an individuals legitimate inquiries as pointless. Steve

That coupled with the fact that there is no where near the same level of interest in automobiles exhibited by today's youth as there was when most of us where young is a big factor of why they're not interested in building models of them. Likewise, with the abundance of finished die-cast models that are readily available, why would they build one when they can capitalize on that "instant gratification" inclination and just buy one to go directly onto the shelf. Steve

I agree completely! I add my opinions of particular aspects of an individual's build occasionally, usually just points that might be helpful for improvement in the future. I will also on occasion voice my opinion of a wheel choice or body color, but it's nothing more than an opinion. I feel as though if I'm going to post a comment on someone else's build, it might as well be something approaching something constructive rather than just the equivalent of a Facebook "like". I ask people to voice their opinions of my work on my Under Glass and On the Bench threads all of the time, whether they're good or bad. You're not going to learn a thing without other people's input. And yes, I receive critiques on color and wheel choices quite often. It doesn't change my mind on what I decide to do, but it doesn't bother me either. I've had my backside saved numerous times on build threads when people have made suggestions for corrections on items that I wasn't aware of. I've likewise had information passed on to me about finished projects that I absolutely keep in mind for future builds. I am grateful for those kinds of critiques, and as long as it's not some kind of "dig" designed to just be a pain in the arse and start an argument, I appreciate them. I learn new things all of the time from the suggestions people make on my projects. I've never learned anything from a "great job" comment. Steve

It is a pretty nice kit for it's age. It came in very handy for me when I raided this kit for parts for my Johan '68 build. I really should get another '69 to build so the '68 has a companion. I like your build Craig, although I will admit that I'm having a little bit of a hard time getting used to the color. Steve

It doesn't. While there is a mold line running along the top of the front fender, there is no peak. Steve

Yeah, I agree with Al. I would consider joining in on the fun, but if I have to join Facebook to participate, I'm out. Steve

Hey! Stop knocking my wardrobe! Steve

Good to have you! Hoping everyone from the SA forum follows. This is a vibrant board with tons of information. Vastly more than you would ever find between the pages of any magazine, or certainly on any other model car forum. Welcome aboard! Steve

Aha! That could be the answer! Steve

I think that everybody already knew that there was going to be disagreement on this topic before anybody ever posted anything, and I'm pretty certain that a good majority of us knew who would lean which way and who the other. I've just been having a good time reading and discussing the question at hand, but apparently it's a bad subject to discuss. It appears that maybe we should have some sort of sensitivity board deciding which subjects are allowed to be considered for deliberation? Who wants to be on the board? Steve

The remarks have already gone both ways if you care to pay attention. Comments have been made equating those of us who are factory stock or vintage aftermarket admirers as geriatric fossils who ride around on mobility scooters and chase kids off of our lawns. We can either be offended by that, or put on our big boy pants and roll with the punches. It's all in good fun in my opinion. As long as we refrain from personal attacks, I see no harm in a playful discussion. Steve