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Yes, in some seasons Perry Mason drove GM vehicles (Caddys).

Concentrated ammonia (like the refrigerant used in industrial cooling systems) is very dangerous. I also think that the concentration of ammonia in the "original" Windex is probably too low to be a good acrylic paint remover. In USA, in the laundry/cleaning section of a supermarket, they sell household ammonia (either lemon-scented or unscented). It is for general cleaning and laundry use. It is more concentrated than Windex. That might be useful for acrylic paint removal. Not sure if it is available in Poland.

. . . or how the slicer shows the wheel with the supports in place? I suspect that the spokes are self-supporting due to their angle. I think the supports will only be needed for the rim and the hub.

Sorry, I did not intend for my post to be the way you described. I was really surprised with the 14 year old post being brought back, so I showed that in bold. Then I went on and looked up my80malibu profile and posted that he has been away for a long time too. No disrespect meant to anybody. I guess my brain works differently than some of you guys.

I find the multiple quoting just to thank bunch of members a bit awkward. To me this presents a perfect opportunity to use the group's "like" tags. Just go to each complimentary post and tag them with the little "thank you" trophy symbol (like I just did for your post Greg). That way the people who posted compliments will know that you are thanking them (when you hover over the "like" symbol it will display the name of the member who tagged them). They will also get notified that "someone reacted to their post". That's how I see it. At first I was against the "like" tags functionality, but now I see that it can be quite handy in certain instances. Or even simpler, just respond stating "thank you all for your positive comments" (or something similar) without quoting anybody. Of course if you want to mention more than just a simple "thank you" then you would quote and respond. You can also still use the "thank you" tags.

Two sets of "glass" would be good and easy solution..

George, What did I do wrong? I simply informed Ted that for the reasons I mentioned I was actually cutting Ted "some slack" by informing him that either getting a response from the member who posted the info, or the manufacturer still being around are pretty remote. Ted's level of knowledge or where he resides is irrelevant to the info I posted. I actually went and checked my80malibu's profile to see they they have not visited here for over 2 years, so the chance of them even noticing Ted's question are slim to none. There was nothing derogatory, demeaning, or inflammatory in my post. Just gave my opinion based on the info available. Which line prey tell did I cross George? Anyway, I apologize for something I'm not even sure about.

Yeah, with that large rear window, and urethane bumpers, it sure isn't a 1969 Vette.

The problem is that the windshield and front side windows should be clear. If it is a 1-piece glass then that will make all the glass areas tinted. Not good. Model windows can easily be tinted using Tamiya's Smoke paint, or even the 1:1 automotive window tint.

Do you realize that you asked your question 14 years after the previous post?!?!? They are likely long out of business. Most small cottage industries dont' stay around very long. And even the member who posted this thread has not visited the forum for over 2 years.

Very nice. Hard to believe it is a small Hot Wheels car. How did you design the decal, and what printer did you print it on?

I like it!!! Super creative, and I could see that work as a 1:1 vessel. It would sure turn some heads!

It seems that there are alternatives - see the "Future" sticky thread.

That's just wishful thinking since Testors/Rustoleum/RPM seem to be trimming (not expanding) the line of hobby paints. Fortunately other companies are stepping up with new lines of paints. Also, the paint being discussed here in unrelated to Testors - it is Revell (of Germany) paint. I have used Humbrol paints living in Poland back in the '70s, and I don't recall having problems with the tinlets. Revell also makes a line of paints packages in plastic cubes.

I had to go back to the initial post to see that you had the seats even back then, but I didn't see any mention where you got the seats. Who makes these?

That is a cute little car, and the Gunze model while very simple, should be fun to build. Funny that the Guards Red looks pinkish on the photos.

Nice to keep seeing progress. Looks like you took care of that little setback very well, and improved the model at the same time. Are you planning on building all those individuals seats, or you going to take the set you made and resin cast the remaining ones?

Doesn't it?

Nice! Looks like metal because it is metal!

#6 *IS* specifically polystyrene. If done at all (I still have some doubts) most sorting for recycling is done by machines, and they only deal with larger solid pieces (like containers). The recycling symbol embossed on an item does usually indicate that the item is good for recycling.

Funny thing is that while the 1:25 kit seems to always include oversize logo decals, the Corgi toy has a correctly sized Monkees logo.

I see more interesting differences in the usage of English language between UK and USA. Seems that you use "roof" to describe ceiling. To me "roof" is the top outside surface of a house, exposed to the elements. It's fun to compare the variations of the common language.

The "stuff' in silver paints, regardless of whether it's fine powder or larger flakes, is metal. That is what it looks silver.

Kits are usually made from Polystyrene (recycling ID #7), some is ABS plastic (which is a type of Polystyrene but is not itemized in recycling charts). If your town takes #7 plastic I suppose you could put the kit plastic in recycling, but I have feeling that it will be discarded by the automatic sorters due to its shape. Sorting machines are geared to handle things like containers, which have more solid shapes.

I recall few years ago someone here showed how they use silver and gold leaf foils for simulating car trim. The stuff sign makers and custom painters use. As I recall, the metallic leaf material doesn't have any adhesive. Do a Google search of the forum for "silver leaf" or "gold leaf". and you will likely find that thread.