Claude Thibodeau

Hi Tim! Thank you. Back when the old MPC contest was a thing... I was still painting models with Humbrol enamel and a dime store brush. So, my techniques may have improved, but to me the challenge is always to try to think a bit "outside the box". It keeps boredom at bay, I guess. LOL. So much styrene, so little time! CT

gobbling insurance money

Thank you Bob! CT

of pony cars

typical car owners

Thanks Oliver! CT

Costa Rica's GDP

for their rides

enough to deter

Hi Billy! Please expand on the idea: is-there a SEMA rule that requires removing the driveshaft before entering the convention center? If so, I did not know that... and I thank you for making me aware of it! CT

have, whenever possible

lunch menu specials

or from Hooter's

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that became viral

Hi Jim! Thanks for the pics, much inspiration here. I'm not in carbon fiber, but I must say that Charger entirely wrapped in carbon fiber decal is a testament to the builder's precision and... patience! CT

Hi Ricky! Thanks for the compliments. At some point, I was overwhelmed with the wiring job... but I persisted, and got it done. I was honored to receive the President's award from ACME the year Atlanta held the annual contest ON LINE because of Covid. Which led to an article and spread in Car Model Builder, a couple of issues before it stopped publication. The car also won a few first place trophies in contests here in Canada. As to the Allison salt car, it is visible on this very forum. I think it is on page three (3) in this same category. The thread title is: SALTZWAGEN. I certainly would like to read your comments about it. I suspect you might like it! LOL. CT

be truly national

start a craze

Thank you Emre! I like to vary a bit once in a while LOL. CT

Hi Martin! Spectacular detailing and finish. The pics look like the real 1/1 car. Bravo! If I may: what is this fantastic "nougat" paint? Just curious... CT

at face value

feed on novelty

Hi Sir! Very nice, and absolutely period correct. Even the roof is in tune with the times. Bravo! I bought the Stock-car version, and made a Pro-Touring of it, Not complete yet, but you give me the itch to go for it! CT

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