StevenGuthmiller

Yeah Richard. They make all kinds of colors of embossing powder. I could have bought just opaque black & mixed it with gray or something, but I thought I'd try the glitter black. As I said, I like it on the floor, but it's a little crazy on the shelf. I might just cover the rear shelf with a black material of some sort too. Depends on what I can find. Give the embossing powder a try sometime. Works great! & you can pick it up at your local Hobby Lobby. Steve

I don't think so Chris. I just figured, being as I was in the process of flocking the carpet, I'd go ahead & do the rear shelf right away. Most cars usually have some sort of material on it. It's hard enough to find good shots of a '64 Chrysler with a white interior for reference, let alone shots of the package shelf. I'll probably paint over it. That way there will still be some texture, but your eye won't be drawn to the "glitter". Steve

Thanks Tommy!! Steve

Just tried my hand for the first with embossing powder for the carpet. It worked great but I need your opinion. I opted to try the "Glitter" black thinking it would simulate some of the "salt & pepper" carpet from the 50s-60s era. I think it looks ok on the floor, but it might be a bit over the top for the rear package shelf! My question is, should I shoot some flat black over the rear shelf to cover the glitter & leave the floor? What do you think? Steve

Do you know if there's ever been any year Berlinetta done in 1/25th? If so, if you could get your hands on one, you might be able to make a mold of the script & make your own. Outside of that......You got me! My printer won't even print well enough to print small detail decals. Steve

Thanks guys!! I like the green putty just because it's easier to see what my repairs look like contrasted with the white plastic. I usually don't use a lot of it. mostly small imperfections & sink holes. Haven't had a lot of problems with shrinkage myself. I don't have another '64, but I do have a '63 hardtop to do in the future. Steve

I have nothing but respect for anyone who can make one of these old revell kits look decent! Nice job Sam!! Steve

Thank you Hector!! Steve

Thank you Guy! I have really grown to love these old Mopars! So many people don't even know what cars like this are if or when they ever see one. Steve

Looks like he just did separate castings of the hood & fender ornaments & the tail light bezels. Those tail lights are a bear to foil! Just be aware that working with resin is a little different than styrene, but as far as quality, I wouldn't be afraid to buy from Don & Carol. I've bought a few kits from him & for the most part, have been satisfied. Good luck with that interior Tim! It's a lot of fun!! steve

Sorry Art! You beat me to the punch! steve

Scale Finishes is another one making paints for the hobby. I really have no idea what type of paint Scale Finishes or House of Color are. I've never used them. I just assumed they were lacquers. I personally use MCW paints almost exclusively. I just like the availability of factory colors & the scale of the metallic in the paint. Where else are you going to find 1958 Chevrolet Cay Coral paint. Costs a little more, but I think it's definitely worth it. Steve

Thanks Richard! I really like it too, & I'm not much for dark red. This is MCW 1964 Plymouth "Chestnut". Close as I could get to correct '64 Chrysler "Royal Ruby". Steve

That's why I've gotten into a lot of these old vintage kits in the past couple of years Dennis. I'm really tired of '57 Chevies, '49 Mercs & the like. Something like this is a breath of fresh air to me! Steve

Very cool Al! Those old Lincolns sure were some tanks!! Steve

A lot of guys are using Duplicolor touch up paint in a spray can available at any auto parts store. As for air brush lacquers, most guys are using MCW or House of Color paints. Testors Model Master Lacquers are only available in spray cans. Steve

Got the color coats on & the scripts foiled today! Still needs clear coats & polishing of course, but this will give you a good indication of the color. Already started on the interior as well. Steve

I actually kind of like it with the open wheels. Gives you the "factory race car" feel. If your just gonna lose the caps spinning tires, why put them on? Nice job Jason!! Steve

Cut up soda or beer cans can be used for all sorts of things. I use pieces for small brackets & things like wire looms & battery cable ends. It's just sheet aluminum so the sky's the limit. I used it for the brackets for the heater hose & carburetor return spring as well as radiator hose clamps on this '60 Buick engine. Steve

Sorry, but that Ferrari has got to be the "UGLIEST" thing I've ever seen! Steve

Thanks everybody!! I have to be honest, I'm a little surprised at all of the great feedback I've gotten on this build. I guess it's good enough for me but it's definitely not one of my best efforts. Maybe it's just the fact that a '59 Ford is not the "Holy Grail" of cars for me. Probably one of the last cars I would have picked off of the showroom floor back in '59. Steve

The '60 Dodge phoenix that Modelhaus offers will be an exact replica of the original Johan kit. Don does nice stuff but you might want to keep your eyes peeled on ebay for an original built up. Some times you can find a pretty nice one in styrene for less than $100.00. Of course, then you may be looking at finding some missing parts or re-chroming some, but if you're anything like me, you'd rather work with styrene than resin. Just look around a little. You may get lucky! I spent around $100.00 on this one. Steve

Thanks Dominik!! Steve

Thank you Dominik & Rick!! Steve

I think "Christine" my be a little upset about you giving her away! Steve