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1966 or 1967 Plymouth Sedan model ???
Steamboat replied to gtx6970's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
The Lindberg '64 Plymouth hardtop has the weird angle at the rear of the roof. The Lindberg 64 Dodge is a sedan. It's a long shot if they could be combined. -
Great trade with @xbazzarex.
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Best paint choice for resin tires?
Steamboat replied to Monty's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
I like the cheapo rattle can flat black from Lowes, followed by a misting of Pledge on the sidewalls. -
Nice! I remember that being a tough one to build. You nailed it.
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That's a beauty! The paint is perfect and she looks good in black!
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Chrysler undercarriage color
Steamboat replied to DoctorLarry's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
The unibody is primer gray with a little body color overspray. The k-frame should be semi gloss black. -
62 International Travelall
Steamboat replied to Scott Eriksen's topic in Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Beautiful! I love the engine compartment details. -
What would YOU like to see as a model
Steamboat replied to JeroenM3's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
I'm on a mission to build cars I've owned, so my bucket list is a bit more obscure. 58-66 Dodge Town Wagon / Panel 73 Chrysler Newport 75 Plymouth Fury 71 Buick Sport Wagon Ford Granada 1st gen Dodge Dakota -
Mopar engine and interior question
Steamboat replied to Luc Janssens's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
IMO the Lindberg slant 6 is better than the MPC. -
Need some Tips on Fit?
Steamboat replied to Sparky88's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
It can also be the interference between the interior door panels and the windshield. Either of them can be filed down to make it fit. It seems like I almost always end up lowering the dash a little bit. Not the case with the Duster kit, but if the windshield and rear window are molded as one piece, I remove the connecting piece that goes between them, allowing for a more precise fit of each piece. For stance correction, the front can sometimes be lowered by flipping the spindles or cutting some material off the top of the spindle and adding to the bottom. This can also escalate into having to shave thickness from the wheel wells to make the tires fit! Like others have said, test fit before paint. -
Mopar Big Block Engines
Steamboat replied to Sledsel's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
Hi Charles, Not saying that you need to change a thing. I'm very satisfied with the kits I have gotten and will continue to buy from you. Their kits have more pieces that's all. Individual pulleys, separate torque converter, driveshaft yokes to name a few. Detail that in most cases you would not notice. And really not necessary unless you're using the parts to build a diorama. -
Mopar Big Block Engines
Steamboat replied to Sledsel's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
MCV products also does a nice 3d printed 440 6-pack that has more detail than Texas 3d Customs, however I personally think that Texas 3d does the most factory accurate models because he scans actual engines to make his files. -
Very nice. I love the extra detail on the engine and the chassis looks awesome. The paint and BMF work are excellent. I like the wheels too. Do those wheels come in the kit?
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Alumilite Resin question
Steamboat replied to Sledsel's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
Try preheating the mold and resin before you mix it. I usually put it in the oven on an old cookie sheet on Warm for about 2 minutes (when my wife isn't looking). I was able to get Alumilite to cure using preheat, but I never liked the results. The castings were very porous. I have been using MPK Enterprises resin for about 10 years now and have been very happy with it. -
Nice save! It looks fantastic in green!
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Aluminum paint for mag wheels
Steamboat replied to Steamboat's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
That looks really good to me! I've got some 3d printed 12-spokes and some Alclad. I'll give it a try. -
Great work on the character too!
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Very nice! Great work on the chassis conversion. We never give enough credit for the work involved. You nailed it!