mikemodeler

Nice car but realistically, what do you do with a car like that? Most of us would want to drive it but where? I have been watching a show on Velocity Channel called Graveyard Carz about a shop in Oregon that restores old Mopars and while that white/no graphics is clean, they had a triple black Cuda that I felt was a great looking car.

I think AaronW had posted a model he built of a Forest Service truck, a 64 4x4 with toolboxes on the bed. Not sure if the pictures are on here somewhere but hopefully Aaron sees this and responds.

Very nice!

check out MCW's website, they have paint codes for all types of OE paint. Are you able to get Testors paint in the UK? If so, they have a Chevy engine orange paint in enamel and acrylic jar paint.

Irv posted his 69 that he was restoring, do not know if he has a 73-77 body style but that is what would be needed to be accurate for Jeff's purposes.

James, The Dupli Color paints sold at Advance are sprays that you would use to touch up a paint job on a 1:1 car or truck. Only solid colors would be color sanded as a metallic paint would lose it's metallic pigments if you were to sand it before clearing. Be sure to pick up colors and clears, along with their primers. They are very compatible to model plastic.

Brad, You are right in that trust is earned but it also requires patience to earn it. I have been here a long time, among the first 100 or so members of this forum, but if we haven't traded before, you and I have to decide if we want to trade, this earning each other's "trust". Many members here, myself included, have seen people come on here and start asking for trades and free stuff from day one, and in my humble opinion, that is not how you build trust. We all have needs and wants, but to come on here and expect others to trust you on day one is asking a lot. Factor in the cost of trading and it isn't a kit I paid $10 for 12 years ago, it is the time and expense of going to the post office on top of the $10 and THAT is why I hesitate to trade most of the time. Hang in there, you sound like a younger member and in due time you will see more and learn more here. Be patient and you will reap the benefits, not just here but in life in general.

Listed in Norm's catalog as being a Scale Resin Detailers part, also has a SS hood.

That only becomes a problem when you go to do a 4 tire rotation!

Modelroundup used to offer replacement side panels in resin to allow for a single rear axle instead of the tandem, might check with them to see if they still have them.

Scott- Check out the Diorama section here and when you see something you like, send the member a PM and ask them to share with you, if they haven't already listed their sources in the post. My best advice is that if you see something you like and will use or want it, go ahead and get it because as you mentioned, many suppliers have come and gone over the years. "Snooze, you lose" is a hard lesson many of us have learned!

My bad, you are correct. I assumed they were following in the footsteps of the COPO Nova.

Asking who the best aftermarket supplier is like asking who makes the best car- everyone will chime in with their opinion. To answer your questions, Scale Equipment Limited is the one source you were thinking of. Scenes Unlimited is another, VCG Resins is another, Scale Modeling by Chris is another and they all have nice product. I have bought from all of them and the product and service has been excellent.

I believe the upcoming COPO Camaro from Revell will have a flat hood, due out later this year.

I went out to the garage this morning to see a nice river of water cascading down the floor from the water heater! After a few new curse words, I managed to turn the water off and drain what was left in the tank. Thank goodness it was 65 and sunny today, was able to get the garage cleaned out and only suffered minimal loss of cardboard boxed materials, mostly work related. A quick trip to Lowes and $750 later, I will have hot water at my house tomorrow! That spray booth and workbench remodel project just got pushed back a couple of months, but at least no kits were damaged!

Lets not forget that the talking heads on TV feed the fire when they talk about "The Big One" at Daytona and Talledega. Earlier this week the talk was about a woman sitting on the pole, after today it will be about safety and the fans getting hurt. As sad and unfortunate as today's event was, it is a part of racing and the risk you take when you buy a ticket. Those injured fans and drivers are in my prayers tonight and I hope tomorrow's race is without any similar incidents.

How many times are you going to ask and be told they don't exist? Get a clue, if you want them, you will have to make them!

Revell to make a 67/68 Camaro that is comparable to it's 69 versions Detailed 67-72 GM pickups with 2 & 4 wheel drive options Late model pickup (any make) with options - diesel. 2/4 WD, crew cab etc.

That would be so cool to have a modern drivetrain in and hit the car shows with!

Thanks Mike, that reminds me to look through my old collection of Hot Wheels and Matchboxes, I know I had several of these!

Very nice! A lot of hard work to make a replica look so realistic. Sure wish those cabs were available in plastic or resin.

John- I can't find Alan's email address at Ma's Resin but there is a thread in the Resin section, you should be able to find a link there. Chief Joseph can be found at www.fireballmodels.info. He just moved and has some tires in stock. Let me tell you they are very nice and I need to sort out which ones I need more of!

Exactly my thoughts! That first picture, I though you had ghosted the checkered flag, but it was just the shiny reflection!

Glad to hear your fears have been overcome and you are on the road to recovery. Take it easy and don't be a big hurry to rush the healing process.

Thanks Skip! I remember someone posting that they have stopped buying the colored flocking and now buy it in white as they usually end up painting the interior and it gives it a better color match. I think one of the model mags even had a story on it.