mikemodeler

It's always nice to get the unexpected compliments and sometimes when you do, you are left at a loss as to how to deal with them. In this case, there isn't a simple answer. My inclination would be to do as to what was done to you. I am sure you know someone here (or elsewhere) who would love the kit you received and if not, you will find a worthy recipient in due time. It might be via a trade or just a surprise with other items, but I am sure you can give someone a gift like you got.

Beautiful, nice job and love the details like the opening doors.

Another masterpiece Chuck! Love your "different" builds and how you manage to pull it all together.

That is one beautiful, well detailed model. Love the back story!

Buy with confidence, Kris is a great guy, has excellent products and fast service. PM him here.

I think that is just north of the border, but will check here in the states. Most of the episodes I have seen are shown on The Weather Channel.

Funny how when viewed at a different angle, it appears to be much closer to the 1:1.

More likely they are waiting on replenishment stock from Revell, which sounds like it's coming soon.

http://resinrealm.net/Star/STARModels.html Have you tried calling? It clearly states to call or write before ordering. I have not ordered from Steve but others have. His inventory fluctuates based on what is on hand from his resin suppliers.

I have yet to inherit any money from relatives but have invested in retirement funds for a long time now. To Brian's point above, I would watch your investment in your pot stocks closely as the industry is in the early stages and subject to change with governmental intrusion and if you have watched tech stocks over the years, there were many companies that were hot one minute and worthless the next, mostly due to regulation or investors moving on to the next big thing. Had a friend brag about his "wealth growth" during the tech boom build up in 1998-99 only to see it evaporate by 2001. Needless to say, he ended up putting his money in to more time proven growth sectors that have shown to be better suited to his needs. Not as sexy or trendy, but having money later in life is usually the goal.

May God be with you and your family in this time of need. I cannot imagine the pain you are all going through and will go through in the coming months. It sounds like your son will win this fight and with your love and support, come out of it in due time. Prayers for you all to recover completely and quickly. This is the part of being a parent that is the hardest.

If any of you have an Ollies Army card, there is a 15% off one purchase coupon good through November 12(?).

Not surprised, I have experienced that in the past and it stinks. I have also done trades with others here and have received incomplete kits and their response has ranged from nothing to them sending another kit. I understand if you have an open kit for trading, but at least check it out before offering it up. Did the Hobby Lobby lady say what they did with the open kits missing parts? Maybe you could cut a deal with her to buy them at a reduced price?

George was a very active member here until he took over the chrome plating business. He is aligned with some of the guys in Detroit that do some casting and maybe they can pass the word along to him. Last post I saw regarding GT was that George has been slammed and extremely busy. I am guessing he is like most small businesses, does it all and tries his best to get it all done. I have said it before- operate like the Holthaus's did at The Modelhaus and you will have a successful business.

Seems to apply to many vehicles unfortunately.

Good to know, I will check it out. Thanks for the update!

Outstanding details and excellent execution! That paint and interior look spot on!

I stand corrected, forgot about the early year 3.3 ltr V-6 and 5.7 ltr (350) V-8 engines. I found it interesting that they had a 7,500 mile oil change interval back then considering the oils available at that time.

Some of you may have missed the fact that Ismael is in Puerto Rico, so his shipping charges will likely be more. I agree that to save fees, selling on Facebook seems to be a cheaper alternative but with likely less potential buyers. I have yet to buy off of Facebook but it seems to have a lot of activity so could be my new source for kits!

Fall is lawn rejuvenation time here in the Carolinas and last weekend I did my heavy yard work in preparation for it. Now I have a couple of weekends where no yard work is needed as I am waiting for the grass seed to grow and fill in the bare spots so I spent several hours at the workbench. In addition to getting a few WIPs done, I also have moved a few more closer to the completed point and also took time to look over my 64 Dodge CrewCab kit from The Modelhaus. Lots of good stuff today, if it would only cool off and get the dew point down to a normal level so I could get some bodies painted!

Have been looking at online sellers of kits (Modelroundup, Mega Hobby and Tower Hobbies) and none of them have the recent Moebius 1970 F100 4x4 kit in stock. Tower Hobbies doesn't even have it on their website and Modelroundup removed it from theirs. I know this was a much anticipated kit and I expected it to be a good seller but out of stock already? Wow!

I have one in my stash, I think, will have to check. I had though about building it as part of a body shop diorama with the fender(s) off so I wouldn't have to fiddle with getting the fenders on straight. Sure wish AMT/Round2 would dig into their old tools and find something different to bring out.

Nice progress, really liking this project. I like the subtle weathering and wheel choice. It has me thinking about getting one of these cabs and the soon to be released F250 4wd conversion kit from Fireball and making a custom 4x4.

Looks great! I think the Fireball Modelworks kit will include all the parts to convert some of the other Moebius kits to a proper 4x4 in F250/350 livery. Could probably also use it on the AMT Firestone F150 to convert it as well.

I have always built for myself and never intend to detail a model in hopes of winning a contest. That said, my builds look better than some but not as great as others but as long as they look good to ME, then I am satisfied. A friend of mine is an excellent bodyman, has been for nearly 40 years. He restored one of his first cars with the intent of winning awards and he did, pretty much every show he entered, locally and nationally. That experience burned him out so much that the rest of his cars are now drivers that look good, but a stone chip or light scratch doesn't matter to him. Build for yourself, enjoy the hobby and have fun