snacktruck67

I don't know what it is, but most of the snap kits yield beautiful builds. Your build is tops.

What he said.

Good news Jim.

I have had good luck with Round 2, Lindberg and Revell. I almost got the entire chassis and components from Lindberg. Similar successful results from Rd2. Lindberg's results were the best. Any of these companies will always make it right.

Mega hobby.com, tower hobbies.com and so on. Your best bet is to Google model car tools and supplies and see what pops up. Also look at the pictures that get loaded up here and lots of time you will see stuff that other people use and you might just get ideas from that. I have found out lots of items just from looking a pics. Don't be afraid of overseas sites also. If you see something you want, you can always ask someone here and they will be able to verify as to whether or not it is a reliable site. Go crazy and have fun. There is and endless supply of tools and paints out there. Try this site out, it will make your mouth water and your wallet empty: http://www.michtoy.com/Types-Models.html

Totally agree.

How true that is. Snapped a few in my time.

The 21st was my day. It was a Thursday at 19:30 hours and it was raining outside. At least that is what I was told.

I am 68 right now, with a birthday in Aug. First built models in 65 when I was 17.

You can wet sand the glass starting with 3200 and work you way up to 12,000. You should have almost perfect glass by that time. Then use 3m Scratch-X and rub that it quite well, then polish or dip in future. If all else fails, just order a replacement from the manufacture or request one from a member of the forum

I have found a formula that works for me. After the paint has dried for a few days, I scuff the paint with some 3000 and 4000 wet and dry sand paper. I use them only in the wet mode. I get an even haze all over. Not rubbing hard while sanding, but very light. Just enough to haze it. Then I apply 3M's Scratch-X. I rub it all over the body, section by section. I do a lot of rubbing, as the Scratch-X is a mild abrasive. After several minutes of rubbing I buff it off with a clean lint free cloth. It should have a fantastic shine at this time. If not apply more and continue light rubbing. Once you have the shine back, apply a coat of McGuire's cleaning wax to the model and buff that off. Then once that is done, rub in a generous coat of McGuire's Carnuba wax all over section by section. Buff all that off and you should have a super smooth shinning model. Repeat as needed, if you so desire. I find that I get a super smooth and highly polished model. It rivals any spray on clear coat. I have compared my finished model with the clear coated ones, and I am very satisfied. Try it sometime, I think you will like the end results. Sure there is a lot of rubbing involved, but it is worth it.

I met my wife in Vietnam in 71, married in 72. It has been 44 years now. Wow time does fly.

One place for sure is Scenes Unlimited.

What is the correct definition of a slammer built model?

What color and brand of paint did you use? I had a 67 pony which was Moss Green. That finish looks very close.

Not only that, but if you make a mistake the future will wash off with water.

Your best bet for the install is Future wax (Pledge). Dries super clear and has great holding power.

You really nailed this one. Congrats.

What is the bewst way to un warp a hood? It is slightly bent upwards on one corner.

Was wondering if the polishes are suitable for models as well as 1:1 cars.

Does anyone here have any knowledge of Autoglym polishes?

Thanks.

Very nice indeed. BTW, what brand of primer is that on your shelf?

As usual Steve, you nailed it.

You did a very good job. Congradts.