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it's 5 o'clock somewhere

Boeing 787 at,

I was being completely sarcastic!

Years ago NASCAR started mandating parts to teams, everything from fuel cans to shocks and even airguns. IMO this is just another example of the France Family Circus to control what happens on the track. What's next yellow flags for no apparent reason!

Just then she...

up your nose

Nice looking model, now let the Gasser wars (definition) begin...

If you remember what.... LoL

Hit Cleveland Ohio

Been working on my 67 Camaro this morning! Thanks for sharing, I to have given up on all the aftermarket, detailing and over the top scratch building. I to admire those can do that stuff, but any more I build to satisfy the desire to create automotive memories...

Forget this game

Mrs. PotatoHead came

So here is my question for the ages. HOW DO YOU KEEP MOTIVATED? Not just motivated but interested. Have you ever been disenchanted or disillusioned by the hobby? Not just the hobby but the hobbyist as well? Allow me to backup a bit... I started building model cars, like many of us, at a young age. Continued building through my adolescence at a leisurely pace but took a break from the hobby in my 20's to sow as they say, my "wild oats". And then in my 30's after getting married, I rediscovered the joys of building model cars. Acquiring a few kits, aftermarket pieces and parts and all the required tools I could afford. My patience, imagination and skills increased with every project. Seeking that PERFECT representation of my automobile love in plastic, resin and paint. That was 20yr ago and nearly 50yr if you count the beginning. I have built glue bombs, shelf models, trophy models, award winning models and have had some models published in various magazines. Today... I recently attended a show/swap meet, were I entered a few of my latest pieces, some well done some not so well. But I was there for more than accolades. I was there in search of the love of the hobby. Arriving sometime after the normal crowd of venders, I made my way through the door to see an old friend's smiling face and hardy handshake. Thinking to myself, that is some of what might be missing. As I made my way to the assigned table in a room full of hobbyist, I encountered familiar faces of friends I see once your twice a year. Having made the pleasantries I set my meager stash of unwanted kits and parts out on the table. And then it began. Like vultures, all the usual suspects began circling and surveying the objects on the table. As they moved in for the kill, inspecting each box and it's contents for what could be their "Holy Grail" I watched their faces change from delight to disappointment, realizing that their quest must continue. I was not there to make money, win the largest trophy or purchase the grandest kit for next to nothing. I was there to find what was missing in my hobby. Observations... What I found was disappointment. And while I did see a few glimpses of genuine pleasure, most of what I observed was a letdown. Like defeated and downcast craft pearsons or weary travelers trogging through another event they looked more like retirees at an assisted living home, just waiting for the inevitable end to come. Seemingly and endlessly saddened with permanent frowns, droopy posture and sightless eyes. Why were they even here? What could they possibly be looking for? As the day went on and the awards were being given, I realised that they came for many reasons. Some like me for what might be missing in my hobby, some to find that missing piece to a long overdue project, some for their Holy Grail of models. Others to enjoy the friendliness of the hobby or to be awarded with the best and biggest trophy for all their efforts. Whatever the reason for being there, I hope they found what it was. For myself it seems that I am even further from my joy of the hobby than before. I seem to lack interest, motivation and vision to continue. Hope... As I ponder this issue in my mind, I reflected on the moments that made me smile that day. It was the youth! Those youngsters just starting to enter this world of modeling. Perhaps for the first time! Eyes wide open, enthusiasm, wonderment, the joy of something new, the excitement of creation and imagination. I remember encouraging those youngsters with words of guidance or advice and even gifting a few kits to the ones who who showed interest. As I stated I was not there to make money, receive awards or purchase anything really. I was looking for inspiration! Perchance, had I found it? I believe I may have, it was that youthful wonderment of doing something new. Or perhaps it is the thought of being young. No matter what and contrary to what some might say, the answer may be. I need to just enjoy what I'm doing and without a doubt become more Childlike! So if you need me I'll be at the kitchen table building a model car...

If I were to do as you did, which looks awesome by the way, I would leave the rear and move the front forward...

Beautiful Truck! IMO the only way it could be better is if the wheelbase was stretched forward...

Following

Call me "Hank"

Very nicely done, brings back memories. It's a shame the cables weren't scaled better. The kit supplied ones look more like garden hose!

Superbly done! Very clean and nicely fitted model. It has all the right details including the driver, well done...

This product does not work at all!

OK finally here it is, The 63 GS Corvette driven by AJ Foyt at Sebring. He had to start in the back of the pack and passed 50 cars on the first lap. After wearing the brakes out he later faded due to multiple pit stops. This model is a representation of that majestic car. I believe I started with the Revell kit on this one and quickly realized what a tough job this was going to be. I used a combination of Tamiya, Model Master and Model Car World paint. The decals are Vintage Racing Miniatures and after learning my lesson with the black BMF, I opted for a sharpie for the window trim. My skills have diminished in the past few years, mainly due to not much extended time at the bench and eyesight. But I am pleased at the out come and happy to share this with you. Thanks for looking...

Excedrin pain relief

Dr. Nichopoulos came in

Finally final assembly!

Nice project you have here...