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It should be around 8 weeks, or about 2 more issues. But there was a problem and the December issue was delayed due to a computer crash, so the editor (Gregg) is catching up. (Maybe he was drinking and driving the computer, that's why he crashed it) So I guess you may see a bit more delay than usual but it'll eventually get there. Thanks,

Yes, they work now. Interesting model. Very different and refreshing. What scale? What manufacturer? Thanks,

Hello, We had our 3rd Muscle Car Model Madness today in Puerto Rico. This is a show that our good friend Luis Ayala (papin67) puts together with the help of the rest of the gang: Barbosa(Barbo), Rogelio(maverick351), Fanfan(madslammer), me and others. It was a fun get together of modelers and we had a blast. Although the show is small in terms of shear numbers (about 50 quality models) it was HUGE in fun and hanging out with friends. The atmosphere was very relaxing and everybody had a great time. After all, that's what this is all about. Here is one of the albums with pics of the event. I'll include additional links as soon as other gang members upload their pictures. http://public.fotki.com/papin1967/muscle-car-model-ma-1/ Thanks!

Jeff, That's looking good! I have that kit and I was looking at it today... hmmm Thanks,

Nice way to kick start the muse. Cool subject!

WOW! It works so well! It evokes images of the Porsche 912 of the late '60s early '70s Thanks,

Mike, That turned out really nice. Glad you kept going despite the setbacks. The headlights are very cool. I always liked those cars... Thanks,

I can't see the pictures. Can others see them?

Hi, The '53 Corvette has a powerglide tranny. Maybe that's an option. Thanks,

Glad you made it work. It always has to end with the .jpg (or any other picture format) extension. If you right click the image and check on properties, you need to delete whatever is after the .jpg extension. In Jason's case, he is using the "share photo" button, which includes 1 blank space at the front and 2 at the end when you copy and paste. I think that may be on purpose to prevent automated scritps to hijack picture URLs. Thanks,

Very simple: You have spaces between the IMG tags and your url. Trust me.... Been there, done that, got the T-shirt Thanks,

Green is my least favorite car color. Actually, I've done only 1 green car in my life, over 10 years ago. But if I decide to build a Quaker State sponsored race car (1988 Indy Porsche), what would be a good match for it? Thanks,

Ahh yes, now I know what you mean. It is my intention to add them, but it all depends on how they behave I have also considered doing them with brass, but I haven't got there yet. Thanks,

I don't know much about this scale but I think there is a Camaro and a '57 Chevy in 1/12 as well with a small blocks. If so, that could be used as a starting point for your engine but it will of course need to be modified/adapted, depending on how factory correct you want it. Plain old small block '67 in Marina blue: What a gorgeous car!!!!! Looking forward to see it! Thanks,

It is the one at the very top of the thread. Car # 52 in black white and silver with red pinstripes. It will make more sense in the next 2 steps... Thanks,

Thanks! Glad you like it. The short tail version would be nice. I'd love to do several versions as well if these kits were more "accesible". Long tail V8, Short tail, Lee Racing, Peerless, Budweiser etc. I'm doing the car as it ran in Atlanta in 1987. The dive planes in the front were added later. By the louvers in the vents, do you mean these on the side? Thanks,

The Cobra Colors Nurburgring Silver has been applied.

Cool link, Thanks!

Great job with the polishing!

Bienvenido hermano latino! Welcome!

Let the painting begin! Of course after deepening the panel lines and primer etc. etc. First color: Cobra Colors Corvette Arctic White: Now is when the fun begins! Masking for the subsequent colors. As any pilot will tell you: for every minute of flying, there are hours of preparation. Thanks,

Hello, OK, Here we go: There were 2 reasons why this project got stalled: 1. The paint scheme: Had to build up the courage (and experience) to paint it. This car is silver and black on the sides, white and black on top but there are thin silver and red stripes separating them. While it looks fairly simple, the thin stripes require the highest precision in the color separation lines. I always wanted to paint the silver part, not using the silver decal. I don't like the idea of a massive decal covering the side of the car. Add the fact that at the time I was a huge decal hater, and it was intimidating to say the least. I'm not exactly a decal lover now, but I consider decals now like my asthma. I aacept it will always be there so I better deal with it 2. The second reason I blame on my "overcomplicaditis" syndrome. I'm a sucker for accuracy on my models. I can be as anal retentive as the worst IPMS military modeler Race cars are always changing and evolving. That's why a specific timeframe must be set to represent a specific car. The model has no louvers on top of the fenders. That makes it an early version of the car. Yet, the back of the bodywork behind the cockpit makes it a later version. So I FOOLISHLY decided to add the louvers. The louvers themselves were constantly changing on the car. So I decided to do the car as it raced in Road Atlanta in 1987 where it was on the pole and set a new track record. (Shhh I didn't choose the 1986 Road Atlanta winner because the louvers were bigger Shhh ) So, for over 2 years I tried everything to replicate these louvers: Here are some of the attempts: and many others that were so bad they were not even worth a digital picture I gave up and was about to do it without the louvers, but while at Venture Hobbies in Chicago last Novenber, I found 0.75mm quarter round rods. Hmm OK one last chance: and TA DAH!!!! This is as close as I'll get. I plan on doing a decal for the outline of the louver panel. Now I'm ready for the paint challenge Sorry for the long post. Thanks,

Hello, This should be one of my most important projects of 2008. My grail for this year: the Quick Skins IMSA Corvette GTP. Brief History background: Back in the very early 80's, Lola designed a revolutionary chassis to compete in IMSA against the strangle hold of Porsche 935s of the day. This chassis, named T-600, debuted with a Chevy V8 powerplant. Lola had all their hopes into this sole car. It won it's debut race in 1981 and eventually captured the 1981 IMSA championship, despite having entered at the 5th race of the season. The success of this car generated interest in Chevrolet, which had not "officially" competed as a manufacturer since the late 50's. Chevrolet, at the time, was interested in developing their V6 turbo into the small block succesor. From this, a relationship between Lola and Chevrolet was established and the Corvette GTP program was borned, debuting in 1985. The model: Around 2004, Quick Skins announced it was going to release a resin kit of the GTP. I immediately salivated an ordered one as quickly as possible It was eventually released in late 2004 or early 2005. The model is quite good, with the body requiring only minor cleanup. A quick mock up shows the overall look. After cleanup, a good wash and removing the support bar in the windshield area, a light sanding and a quick coat of primer would reveal how it's going. The panel lines can use some deepening but overall it's looking good! right? Well, there's a catch in here: All this was done over 2 years ago. Why did it stalled and was not revived until now? That will be the topic of the next update: Stay tuned! Thanks,

Beautiful build! Love the color combo! I have that kit waiting its turn on the bench.... Thanks,

Jairus, that's a very nice comparison. Thanks! I've never used a Paasche. While having the proper airbrush is key to success, I use to say "It's not the arrow, it's the indian shooting it" Back in 1993 I used an airbrush for the first time. It was a Badger 150 from a graphics artist at college. I immediately knew I wanted one, but they were very expensive for a student like me. So I saw one in a Harbor Freight catalog called a Central Pneumatics 1500 for something like $19. Basically a cheapo copy of the 150: Dual action / internal mix. I bought it as a temporary fix until I could afford a "real" one. Well, Guess what, that's the ONLY airbrush I've ever bought or used since. I've used it pretty much almost daily for 15 years and counting. Some people that come to my workroom don't believe it. My only secret is: I disassemble and clean it completely after each use. It's not a chore, it's a ritual. It is definitely not the best choice for a graphics artist like Jairus. There are no fine or high volume needles/tip available for intricate work. But it has proven more than adequate for hobby use. Fine enought for this pattern: yet wide enough for this 1/48 monster (it takes the space of 5 1/25 cars) and of course all the cars in between. Bottom line, if I ever need to replace it I would look for dual action internal mix. Most likely a Badger 150. Thanks,