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I suspect that's an AMT "Jr. trophy series" kit from the mid '60s, not a promo. That's probably why it doesn't look like a banana. Nice score though. A front bumper/grille for that shouldn't be too hard to find. The Revell parts do look %100 better but night not fit too well.

Guess that means I got my first warning ! For what? saying Harry helped him with his book? That's not hearsay or gossip, it's based on Harry asking me to contribute to the book on two separate occasions. As you can guess,, I said no both times.

Very nice ! Very clean build on what looks like it could be a difficult kit.

Yes, right. This really can get confusing if not talking in person. ?

Uh, not quite ,, Yes, the air is always flowing as long as it's on. But the paint flow works the same as a regular dual. Pull back on the trigger for paint,, farther back, more paint. Don't pull the trigger, no paint.

Thanks Steve ,, Yes, after re-reading it I see I could have worded that better. ?

I think I'll stick with LMKCo . Dale's always treated me well and besides, at $5 a bumper, I'd be paying double what Dale charges to do a tree.

No, the air constantly comes out. The trigger will move up and down like a regular dual [I do have one too but prefer my 350 for almost everything I do] but there's no spring to hold it up and pulling up on the trigger does not shut down the airflow. All the duals I've used could control airflow this way. It is an incredibly cheap unit, that's why I'm wondering if it's just made this way. But, yes, pull back on trigger for more paint flow, just like a regular dual. Anyway, I have a friend who'd kind of an "airbrush guru" He does repairs and maintenance on brushes for our whole club. I'm gonna have him look at it. It does seem to work fine the way it is though.

No problem ,, they'll be here if you need them. ?

Dan, if you want a set from the MPC Monte Carlo, I could send you a set.

Speaking of him not doing many interviews, here's the only one I can think of. I doubt many of our American friends have seen this.

No, Time Stands Still,,, One of my favorites.

Here's a link. Can't find a brand name on mine. It came in a pretty generic box with minimal of information. I do see them on line under a couple different names but they all look to be the same unit. They all seem to say "dual action" but I can't control the air on mine. It seems to be made that way since there doesn't seem to be enough room where it attaches to the little compressor for an air valve. Anyway, we'll see how it goes. It was about the same price I'd pay at my local shop for a regular kit so it's not like it cost a lot. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32993841801.html?spm=a2g0o.detail.1000014.5.23fb2e84Mn4Gnn&gps-id=pcDetailBottomMoreOtherSeller&scm=1007.13338.128125.0&scm_id=1007.13338.128125.0&scm-url=1007.13338.128125.0&pvid=6f967734-86de-4c9d-805d-c833dcb13688

The Van Halen brothers do too. I thought Stewart was a train guy?

It doesn't weigh much ,, about the same as an empty glass coffee mug. Feels not much more then the weight of my Badger with it's air hose hanging down. I found it a bit awkward, but I'm used to a single action brush. I think anyone used to using a dual action brush would find it very similar. It's quite quiet, quieter than my old microwave oven ,, definitely quieter than my compressor , about like the power windows in my car. There's not much vibration at all ,, barely noticeable. Doesn't affect the spray at all.

OK, well, I painted an engine with it over the weekend. Looks like a dual action, works like a single action . Brush screws on compressor assembly, not "quick disconnect" style. Paint cup is not detachable. Takes less than an hour to charge. Ran for 15 or 20 minutes and still has a charge. don't know how long it takes to kill the battery yet. Package says 1/2 hour so?? Puts out around 16/18 psi continually with no pulsing. BUT, no way to control air flow on this brush. Might be broken?? but it looks like there's no room for an air valve so maybe it's just how it's made. Sprayed smooth and was easy enough to control the amount of paint same as a dual action airbrush, even for me, who's not used to a dual action brush. So, it did work pretty good for what I used it for. Should also be fine for interior and chassis parts. The real test will be with a body but I don't have one ready for paint at the moment. I think it'll be fine for general model work. Should make a good system for a "first timer" or , at less than $40. a handy second brush,

You feel free to move this thread to anywhere you like Peter.?

The AMT early modifieds have something very similar,,

If you're just starting with an airbrush I'd also suggest a Paasche H or Badger 350. ,,, I use a Badger 350 myself. I'd advise starting off with the simpler brush and move up after you master it. There is a learning curve to it and it takes some practice so starting off simpler is better. No sense starting off with a more complicated dual action brush just to get fed up after a few tries, give up and shove it in a box in the back of the closet. Not saying that will happen with you but it does happen very often.

Yes, rechargeable. USB plug that lights up red when charging and green when it's ready to use. supposed to put out about 17/18 psi and good for 1/2 hour. It took less than an hour to charge. Weighs about the same as a glass coffee cup Oh, and it was only $37 CDN plus shipping.

I don't see a section for tools so I guess this is the section. ?? Anyway, My wife got this little unit got me as an early birthday present. I've not seen something like this before but I guess it's pretty common now. Looks like a dual action airbrush but you can only control the amount of paint with the trigger. I think it's made that way but I'm not sure. Seems like an ideal setup for someone who'd like to try using an airbrush but cant, or doesn't want to shell out for a traditional airbrush and compressor. I'll be trying it out over the weekend and report back on what I think of it.

Here's a little teaser for ya, , , ?

You don't need to use a can, just get one of those disposable aluminum foil baking trays. Easy to cut but still heavy enough to keep it's shape .

Yes, you were correct with "channeled". ,,just a "channeled hot rod" . I'm sure a couple of the other guys on here could get more specific. , , , and that takes nothing away from the great job you did building it.