mikemodeler

You have to remember that learning is different today in school. No more movies or film strips (makes me sound old), the teachers have smart boards and iPads or tablets for kids to learn on. Yes, there are still some textbooks but the kids of today are learning with different tools than most of us ever dreamed of! When I graduated high school in 1981, we had one PC in our business class and I would bet that most kids arrive at school today with smart phones that are thousands times better than that PC! There has been so much effort to make things politically correct and "teach to the test" that many kids can't do simple math (making change at a register, figure a percentage for a tip) or know current events/leaders or ancient history! And yes, I believe those people on "Watter's World" are real, all you have to do is look around when you are shopping and you will see them. Add in the fact that a lot of people would rather watch a show about some fictional "housewives" or supposedly famous family (Kartrashians) instead of news or documentaries, and it's no wonder the random person on the street can't identify world leaders.

Thanks for posting Bill! Even though I am not going to the show, it's nice to see a car company (Ford) realize the impact of handing out these models in an effort to attract buyers (parents!) to their displays. Also mentioned in the article is the fact that there will be a snap kit released in April for the masses, gonna have to be on the look out for that one!

Looking nice and like others, the 66 Chevelle is among my favorite body styles. I am sure this will be another great model when you are finished and those wheels look perfect on that model!

Another great start to what will be an awesome build. Looking forward to seeing this one finished.

Go for it! Always like to see something different.

No kits here- I have been thinning out my collection and trying to get my 30+ WIPs finished! I do have a birthday on Monday and there could be a surprise or two in there, but not really in need of any kits right now.(Can't believe I said that!) Congrats to all of you who got plastic for Christmas, enjoy!

A friend of mine who has collected Camaros since 1980 has had a least 2 with the bench seat. It definitely makes you look twice when you see it as seems so out of place.

In the 70s for a second day in a row here, the wife insisted on turning the A/C on last night as the house was too warm (her words). Gonna be in the 70's through Monday at least, and then a "cool down" into the 60's! Just might get some bodies painted if the rain moves out and the humidity drops! Definitely not normal weather for most of the US but I think we all have learned to enjoy it while we have it.

I see both sides of the argument, but as it has been pointed out, if you don't like it, don't participate! BTW- the new car dealers are guilty of the same thing. Buy a new car, complete for a fraction of what all of the individual parts would cost over the counter.

Will be watching this one. Should build up easy, I don't remember any big problems when I built one awhile back.

Despite having built models for nearly 45 years, reading this has reminded me of some of the basics that I have learned and forgotten many times! I think it is important to always try to learn something every day, and model building is no exception. And just like real life, sometimes we get a little over confident and make mistakes. Whatever your skill level and comfort zone is, reading a topic like this is a great way to keep you humble.

I was surfing eBay earlier today and spotted some items on there from the seller T.M. Resin from Nashville TN. My questions: 1. Has anyone bought from them via eBay? They do have a decent rating. 2. If have bought from them, what is the quality like? 3. Do they hit any shows in the Southeast? There are very few resin casters that I buy from for the first time sight unseen, prefer to look it over in person if possible. Any other comments are welcome. TIA

Yeah, R&R offered a panel version, I bought one and the front end warped on me. I will have to check, might still have it as I was trying to sell it at some swap meets this year. If you are interested in it, PM me and I will go through the boxes and see if it is there.

That is awesome! Can't wait to see some color on it.

Those both look nice! Like Maindrian Pace, I was in high school when these cars were new and there were a couple of kids who had them. Chrome dress up and Cragar mags were common, along with a Pioneer cassette deck!

Great job as usual Harry. Love the Packard and didn't realize RR made a woodie! That would have been a hit at the beach with long boards!

Don't wrap em, I usually have to sneak them in and pretend they were there all year! I have asked for gift cards to Hobby Lobby or Michaels, have yet to get one as the family thinks I have enough stuff already! My wife is very understanding of the hobby, she knows there could worse ones that cost a lot more. I have sold off quite a few models this year, she is happy that I have reduced the stash and used the money for things necessary to the household. When I was young teen, I would get models for Christmas and with my birthday just three days after, I would get them for my birthday too. Usually got more on my birthday as stores would mark them down after Christmas.

Thinking about getting a table at this show to clear out some more models. I haven't been to it in a couple of years, can anyone give an idea of what attendance is like? I would like to go but having recently lost my job, we only have one car and it will be a day long event for me if I go.

He turned 51 in September, way too young to leave us. Never met him but appreciated his contributions to our forum. RIP Chuck.

That came out nice, surprised the body isn't rotted out more!

Very nice! Clean and simple, just how I like them.

Nice work Chuck, almost didn't recognize it being one of your builds- no rust or weathering!

Those are absolutely fantastic! The weathering and details are very realistic.The way you took them to a much higher level of details is incredible. I am always amazed at how builders of US model subjects from Europe can render such great results when they don't have these vehicles laying around like we do here in the US. Doesn't matter if it is a '60's muscle car, trucks like these or any other subjects, the details and execution are outstanding!

Best advice I can give you is stated above.

That is very nice, I like the color as it is not one that is seen often. Nicely detailed, could have sworn I was looking at the real thing!