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Entering someone else's model in my club's contest is a no-no. The contest rules specifically state that the model entered must be the work of the modeler who enters it in the contest. No collaborations. it would be like you having someone run and win a 100 meter dash and then you taking the trophy. Not cool. That's cheating. If you think about it, if that was allowed, you could buy a a factory-built and beautifully made die-cast or resin model and enter it in the contest without having done any work on it.

With that I agree.

I'm all set for now, but thanks Hugh! I'll bookmark that site for future reference. I didn't really need hi-temp insulation for that specific project, but just by working with that wire I noticed that it is not affected by a 700 deg. F tip of my soldering iron. It is also solid (not stranded) wire.

Those guys build some really cool models! I wish I could attend, but some of the guys from the Classic Plastic Model Club will be going to that show.

Nice job! An interesting and unusual subject. Not something you see modeled everyday.

Um, the unreleased artwork looks a bit cheesy. Looks like a mix of Photoshop copied/pasted graphics, not done very well. Looks like some of the early Model King boxarts. Is that a Jairus signature there? His work is usually top-notch. Unless this is just a concept rendering?

Welcome to the forum Michael. Unfortunately Harry is no longer with us, but the legacy of his wonderful modeling skills remain on the forum. Actually Harry was the reason I joined this forum - it was his antique Christie fire engine that attracted me.

The stuff Detail Master (and ProTech) sell is really hard to find. And it is much thinner wire than 30 or 32AWG Kynar Wire Wrapping wire. It is some sort of specialty wire (I suspect that is it actually silver, not copper) and it has a high-temperature insulation. I have been unsuccessful in finding a source. I needed some fine wire for a miniature electronic project. I contacted ProTech and was able to get 10 feet of each color for a discounted price.

Nice! the last 2 look delicious and healthy! And no cheese (I'm not a cheese person - I prefer cheese-less dishes).

I just posted this in the National Mutt Day thread, but then I thought that it as ideal for this thread! Not to sound grumpy or anything, but there seems to be a National Day just about for anything. I would have imagined that we have already ran out of the days of the year for yet another National Day. This is getting silly. Not that there is anything wrong with mutts (or any other things celebrated on all those National Days), but do we really have to celebrate all those things?! Bah-humbug!

Not to sound grumpy or anything, but there seems to be a national Day just about for anything. I would have imagined that we have already ran out of the days of the year for yet another National Day. This is getting silly. Not that there is anything wrong with mutts (or any other things celebrated on all those National Days), but do we really have to celebrate all those things?! Bah-humbug!

Sorry about your health. Like others have said,most of us will be in your predicament at some point in time. I'm lucky that I belong to a model club. We had few members pass away, and we as a club help out in liquidating their models. Any profits made from selling them goes back to the widow or we also donate it to causes like Toys for Tots. One possibility you can consider is donating your kits to the active military forces. My club has done that few times. Cost of shipping (APOs or AFOs) is minimal. More info is available at http://www.ipmsusa.org/support_the_troops/index.shtml

Ah, the magic water trick. I'm always curious about the results. If the original builder used liquid cement which melted the plastic pieces together then good luck (with any method other than mechanical).

I do this to model train (N scale) locomotives.

You're welcome, and congratulations!

That sounds like the 1:96 Revell U.S.S. Constitution kit. I built 1.5 of them years ago (one completed and 2nd never finished). You might be able to find an older version on eBay for not too much money.

Is there a gold version of the chrome marker? Like polished brass?

. . . and of course they will be fully functional. Just kidding of course (or will they)? Seriously, superb job on everything - I love watching this thread.

Nice! No, mine is mothballed - I have way too many projects going on right now (model cars, model trains, honey-do things, and the list goes on). I can't wait to see the photos of your progress.

I believe it was also SNL, but I didn't find it in a quick search.

We have recently lost our club's president (Del Paone), but the show must go on. I once again invite everybody to join our annual model exhibition and contest. Lots of contest models, vendors and delicious food. Loads of fun and camaraderie! Show flier is available here and contest entry form here .

Anybody remember "Adobe the Clay Car" fake ad from SNL? https://www.hulu.com/watch/273955

Think of it as a work of art. That suddenly makes the price appear appealing!

Metal?! It is all plastic up front nowadays!

Yes, that Lincoln Mk. V is one of my favorite cars too. I love the sleek and angular lines and the long hood/short back proportions. I saw one this weekend at https://www.cruisingdowntown.com/ . It was sort of salmon color. My 1985 Eldorado is few feet shorter, but still has the same look. I showed it at the Cruising Downtown and heard lots of positive comments and reminiscing from the public. I also owned a '77 T-bird (cream/brown) for few years. It was a pretty car and a very comfy ride. Again, long hood/short truck proportions. Makes the car look good and sleek.