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Nice looking Bronco, John. I really like what you did in the interior. I may have to borrow the idea of using Washi tape on seats. Thats a nice look

Here is my desk set up. I made this table when I was a jr in high school and it has gone with me every where Ive lived. And this is as messy as my desk ever gets. Im kind of a stickler in putting things back so I dont have to go look for them I have an air brush set up, just out of the pic, on the left and my stash of about 130 kits

I generally work on 2 builds at a time. One is a box stock + (pretty much box build with a few mods.) And I also have a long term project going. As the long term projects go slow (waiting for putty/primer, etc to dry), I work on the box stock. With my current rate of building, its 1 1/2 box stock builds to 1 long term. I have room to keep both on my bench at the same time. And like Bill, I keep notes of where I am, what colors Im using etc

I have ordered from them twice. Other than the long delivery time, I was happy with ordering from them. I wouldn't hesitate to order from them again

I got the 74160 blades today. Not even close. I have 4 different #11 blade holders and 3 out of 4, these blade would not fit. But they did in 1 of them, so thats how Ill use them Original scriber blades on top, new ones on the bottom

I agree with Greg. I have one of those $100.00 Amazon spray booths. My window is about 5ft from my booth. I replaced about 4ft with metal piping. Made quite the difference

Im not positive but I believe the Mr. Hobby paint is similar to Tamiya. Some sort of a acrylic lacquer. I have used both the spray and the bottle paints. I treat them exactly like the Tamiya paints and never had any issues. Ive also used them over each other and had no compatibility issues

yes,Im just looking for the blades. According to the Tamiya web site, replacement blades are discontinued. So, Ive ordered the 74160 blades, made for a #11 holder. If they wont work in my scriber handle, then Ill just use the blades in a #11 holder. It seems funny that Tamiya is still selling the Scriber ll. Or maybe its just until stock runs out. Either way, Ill report back when I get blades and let you know how it goes. Thank you to all that took the time to reply

Thanks Greg, but as far as I understand it, the 74160 is for a #11 blade holder. They are actually smaller, thinner than the ones that come in the scriber I have. The blades for the Scriber ll part # 74015. And I now see they are discontinued Now maybe 74160 blades will fit and work. I dont know, but that is what I was able to gather from my internet search. Any one have any experience with these?

This is the well known and commonly used Tamiya Plastic Scriber ll. And mine needs a new set of blades. Does anyone know where I can get some new blades? There is none listed on the Tamiya site, or on any online hobby shop Ive been to. The scriber is marked as a Olfa product and they list the scriber but no replacement blades. Any help here would be most appreciated Jeff

How does the saying go..."Every model is practice for the next one" I think your build came out really good. But when you learn from a build and improve on the next, to me, that is the most important part

Quit making fun of my car....🤣🤣🤣

For a long time, I would look at cars of this era and think that they might look better with a longer roof. Its something that is on my build list, but Ive never acted on it. But you have answered my question and I really like it. Good job! I guess that moves this project up on the build list 😁

Thanks guys for the thoughts. It seems like it ok to glue PE after wax. Which is the way Id prefer to do it Thanks again

Im in the final process of polishing out the paint on a 64 Fairlane. Then Id like to go over it with a round of Novus 1 and 2 and some wax I want to install some photo etch, on the body. When is the best time to glue these on? Before the Novus or after the Novus and wax. Id rather install them after everything, so I dont have to work around the P.E., and dig out the wax. But I also want them to stay on. Thoughts and experiences are appreciated Thanks

I cut a piece of photo etch, off the spru, and it flew off the table....And I found it!!!!! (Best part of my modeling day😁)

I see that A4 Garage has started a new build, a Porsche this time. Let the gawking begin...😁

An excellent build, Bill. Nice engine detail. I really like how you made the headers look like there made of small sections. 👍

I agree, this is a great video. I really like that channel. Lots of cool history

Ive bought a bunch of bicycle stuff on AliExpress. You have to buy from them with the tight expectations. Its not going to be as good as the name brand stuff, usually. But if your just trying something new, its a good way to get into that new project. But I have been satisfied with the stuff Ive bought, 90% of the time. And most of the time, if you have an issue, the sellers have always tried to fix the problem so they dont get a bad review.. Oh, And it can take a while to get delivered.

I took an early retirement, at 64, because my job was causing numbness in my hands. (I worked in a foundry). It did take me about a month or so to adjust to not doing 10-12 hour work shifts. I did a lot of sitting around, enjoying not having to deal with the BLAH_BLAH_BLAH_BLAH from work. But I slowed to much. Then I became more and more lazy. Spent more and more time on utube. And I got really bored. Gained a bunch of weight. But I realised that this couldnt go on or Id either go crazy or Id just turn into a vegetable. So I got back into bicycle riding, doing long hikes. When I cant ride, I go to the gym. Ive always had really good physical health and I dont want to lose it. I now build models 2-3 hours, most days. This year Ive ridden 4400 miles on my bike. I feel a lot better. Im getting better at finding the balance of enjoying not having to work and keeping myself busy enough. I think if you dont have some passion for something when you retire, its the start of a mental, physical decline

Nice build there, Cody!! I have that same body, just waiting for a few more parts to arrive. If it comes out as good as your, I'll be happy

Effort doesnt guarantee success But lack of effort guarantee's failure

Are you looking for Dave's Magic Paint Stripper? davidhartjes@gmail.com

Some say the "murdered look" is over done but I like it and you've got it nailed. I like the use of both gloss and flat black on the body. Nice build!