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Thanks guys, Here is the first mechanical part. The Hewland transaxle. I added oil lines to the filter and made everything to look like well maintained, but used. I also machined the part on the back which I believe is for the external starter. The filter was dirtied up a bit and took a nip out of the decal for that used look. I'll be very busy in the next few days, so not much progress until next week. Thanks,

It will all depend on the applications and what you want to do with it. Web browsing and photo storage don't require a lot of computing power. I don't know how they compare now, but last time I tried them was about 5 years ago. I tried it 3 times over the years and simply put, the Mac could not handle specific application engineering software. I tried circuit simulation, remote vision systems and systems integration software and we always ended up going back to a PC. However, it seems that Vista is the best thing that ever happened to Macs. A lot of people are switching. For home use and everyday tasks, anything out there is under-utilized.

Hello, When I was satisfied with the gaps I applied Plastikote T235 primer... ...and finally some color! After extensive research I've found that the formula for the paint used in this car back in the day is very close to the formula of a current color: Corvette LeMans blue. In other words: That's the closest I had on hand! When polishing time comes, I need to keep in mind that although these cars were carefully kept and well maintained, these were not show cars. So I need to refrain myself from going overboard polishing. Thanks,

Sounds like it was a GREAT show! But I'm not surprised at that, having met the club members personally. Congratulations! Thanks,

Thanks dub, But I'm nowhere near Bill or his creations. This will be a rather simpler build just for fun. You really had to have guts to get in one of these things with no ground effects, and take the Indy turns at 175+ MPH with the concrete wall calling you... This is the Masking Tape Special next to the STS which is the same scale. Sure the STS is a big car, but you get the idea. Body panels now fit better and it is ready for primer. Thanks,

Hello, I'm a big fan of racing, and I love the Indy 500. I also like F1 and from time to time I check the CART scene. Yet I've never done an open wheel race car model. Maybe it was the decal intensive work that prevented me to try it. While drag racing models had to be separated into many categories in the last show due to the huge amount, the open wheel racing table was not as popular. I feel I need to so something to keep it alive. So when I got home I dug this one out and started working on it. I don't want to go crazy with it, just a nice shelf model. But I'm not fooling anyone, I can't build box stock. But I'll try to keep it simple. You can build 2 different versions. I'll go with the '68 Indy 500 car. Gurney finished 2nd in that race. I've found that online reference material is very scarce. First order of business was to get the body parts to fit properly. Some material was added to one side and finished with a touch of putty. I'll keep you posted as I try these uncharted waters. Thanks,

Despite all the problems, you managed to get a beautiful build out of it. That's a very sharp looking ride. Thanks,

I had the same problem. I found in my LHS some decal paper that comes in 8 1/2" x 11" sheets. I think it's made by Microscale but I'm not 100% sure. I used it with the Testor's decal bonder spray and had better results. The white however, is very translucent and it is almost transparent. I ended up cutting some white leftover kit's decals the same size and using them as a base. Hope this helps. Thanks,

Thanks Len!

Hello, Anybody knows if Indycals is still in business? They produce decals for open wheel racing models like Indy cars, F1, CART etc. Their website (Indycals.com) is not working. Thanks,

Hello, We all know about GM's upcoming super Corvette. But if you can't wait, Pratt and Miller, the builders of the C6R monster, is now offering the C6RS. A street version of the C6R. Check the link for more details. Pratt and Miller's C6RS Yes, I'll take take a Revell Z06 and a Revell C6R, some putty and let's see........ Thanks,

Did you hear that crashing sound? That's the Cool-meter been shatered into pieces!!! Too COOOOL for words.......

[in my best WWF voice] I double triple quadruple dare all of you to come down here. Bring Geary, Webber, Harold, Lyle, Randy, Ariel, Peterson (so we have somebody to blame) and everybody else. I'll take on you all by myself.... [slapping my chest] I'll slap each and everyone all of you with a big BBQ steak.... Any takers? (Ain't reverse psychology great? )

Hello, I have "googled" to exhaustion but I can't find reference pics of Dan Gurney's 1968 AAR Eagle #48 raced at the Indy 500. He finished 2nd in that race. All I can find are moving pics from far away. No luck on engine pics. Any help will be greatly appeciated. Thanks,

Hello, This is the Best of Show winner in the 5th Caribbean Scale Auto Expo built by Rey Franco. Local hospital was receiving a lot of people with dislocated jaws and drool had to be wiped from the table all day...... Rey started with a Fujimi Enthusiast kit and added scratchbuilt items, Model Factory Hiro wheels, and other white metal and photoetch parts. It took about 2 years to complete. BRAVO Rey!!!!! Pics courtesy of Rogelio Mendez (Maverick351) and Roberto Fanfan (Mad Slammer) Thanks,

De aqui 'pa Hollywood!!!!

Another important tip: PREVIEW PREVIEW PREVIEW. If it doesn't show in the preview it will not show in the post. When you use the "Share Photo" link in Fotki, sometimes you get a space before the http and after the .jpg. That confuses the system and the image will not show. Make sure there are no spaces before or after the link ,especially if you are doing manual img tags. Thanks,

I don't know if they carry the ones you need but Perry's resin, Time Machine resins and R&D Unique carry wheels: Time Machine Resins Perry's resin R n D Unique And these 2 outfits carry a lot of stuff from many manufacturers Strada Sports Island Collectibles Hope it helps. Thanks,

Congratulations my friend! I could feel it in your voice when we talked on the phone Thanks,

Marcos, Stay tuned. I'm working on that.... Regards,

Thanks JL, Here is a link with the thread on the progress of mine: C6R Progress thread Thanks,

Don't let that disappoint you. Despite it's simplified layout, it looks great when finished. If you look at the real car, you can't see much unless the body is taken apart. Yes, I'm biased (very heavily) but I think this kit is very good because it covers a big range of modelers. Novice builders will not be intimidated, more experienced builders can do it quickly with good results and expert builders can go crazy with it. Have fun with it! Thanks, Ismael "The C6R Corvette guy" Gonzalez

Sorry gang, The meds we use on Fanfan (Mad Slammer) are not having any effect, especially after his Jeep, H2 and small Hummer won their classes at the show We are trying to tie him down but he's a big guy..... The show is now history and we all had a great time. Thanks,

Duplicolor offers some lacquer products. In fact, their new body shop line is supposed to be acrylic lacquer. But the touch up spray cans, especially the older ones, are some sort of hot enamel. They seem to have several types of formulations, probably depending on changes in regulations or something. Thanks,

and yet a few more: I think these should do it for mine for now..... Sorry for overwhelming the thread but I couldn't resist. Thanks,