LL3 Model Worx

I honestly watch Chris's video's regularly... Not because he's doing the most amazing of detail work or because he's taking great pains in fit and finish but because he seems to be having great fun, and alot of his builds turn out looking pretty darn good for what he does with them... and that's throw them on the shelf for his enjoyment. I sometimes wish I could take his "care free" approach to some models so I would actually get some done other than pain staking over minutia that really only matters to me... but unfortunately I can't. Just me knowing something isn't right, is enough to stop me. I praise the dude for "gettin it done"

What do you mean exactly? You mean wiring the model for lights or do you mean modeling the wiring harness of the actual 1:1?

I'm thinking it was one of these... I had to lol!! But seriously the man is what did it, not the machine.

Dear God! Well... that takes the cake! Hands down the craziest and most masterful 1/24 model car I've ever seen! This brings me both immense satisfaction and sadness knowing I'll never put something like that on my shelf...ever! Kudos to you Francis! This is truly amazing work, so glad you shared!

Steve, this is some excellent work. The engine/compartment looks awsome, but please do not ever pour "fuel" down that tube! You are likely to wash some bearings out real quick! LOL!! Hahaha I think you meant Oil filler tube...

Absolutely stunning build of an absolutely hideous car! LOVE IT!

I like these cars, you have my attention.

Certainly looking good... the stance is on point!

Man, this is coming together so nicely... the quality of work here is just so excellent. I'm excited, keep it up JC!

This is coming together nicely! One thing I will also mention about those stands that I found out the hard way is the top portion that holds the body will sometimes spontaneously detach itself from from the base! Especially after you have just sprayed the last coat of what is otherwise a great paint job. And now its ready for the strip tank. I glued mine on with epoxy so that doesn't happen agian! I was almost ready to trash that stand and it was the first time I used it.... glad I didn't, as it works well now.

Well Round2 came through... they sent me 4 new bat spinners... They aren't plated like the originals but that's actually better as I was gonna strip and Alclad anyway. Thanks Round2!

I know I have a tool in my shop someplace that electricians use for precision wire bending. You can hold it in your hand... it has a clamp with several notches in it and a degree graph to show the angle of the bend. I used it to wire an instrument cluster in my Camaro and a boat for my father in law... makes for very tidy looking job. Call an electrician supply store and inquire about this tool... That or call your local phone company and ask to speak to who's in charge or installation... they would likely know as I got mine from a friend who retired from Bell south.. Just can't remember where I put the thing or what it's called!

I certainly understand. I personally do not have any real experience machining parts this small... I do some 1:1 machining but that's about it and not really the same in most cases. The advice I gave you is really the best I've got to offer unfortunately. I still think there is probably something to be said for watch/clock makers... and I'm certain there are plenty of books on that subject. They may actually help you along with some fundamentals? Outside of all that, I think the best bet is getting in contact with the folks who sell the make and sell the equipment... they may have more pertinent information as to where to look or who to talk to? Thats what I would do.

Thanks man, I was was satisfied with it at the time. But after that one I saw the benefits of having good tools and products... it changed everything, as expected. I still use the craft paints for certain things and they are fantastic for terrain.

I wasn't trying to be a jerk... I had no frame of reference to this situation other than the post from Codi... That's why I was still trying to be as helpful as I could. Sorry if I came off wrong man, not my intention. Welcome to the forum lol!!

Hahaha, I've read about that stuff but have never used it. You wanna run down to the paint store and get me some plaid paint? Hahaha I actually got a guy with that one once!

Looks very good! I really like the carb stacks. My 330 didn't turn out so hot, but oh well... I've got another one almost done that will be much nicer. This one was the result of failed paint experiment... 3 paint jobs later it still didn't turn out the way I wanted. I really need a new phone... my camera lense has been busted for a long while and I can no longer take decent pictures. Guess I'll have to use the wifes temporarily.

Very sharp!

Taking the right approach Logan... that of patience. Its gonna turn out great, and I'll be here amongst others when it does.

To be honest, I think it was "Mustand1989's" Cross kit General lee thread? But that interior in that car is the business!! Looks so good it made me very very happy to see it! I would check out that thread, and perhaps ask him how he got "the look" because like I said, its gorgeous.

On painting the injector hat butterflies red... try thinning out some red paint (preferably enamel) and while holding the part vertical use either a small brush or a frayed toothpick to drip the paint in... let stand vertical while drying. Clean off any excess with q tip dipped in mineral spirits or lacquer thinner... or even turpentine. If that's too risky for you, go with a red sharpie marker! It may not be the best but it will work. Build looks cool, keep at it.

I'm sure that's a fun nozzle to clean lol!!

Dang, I reckon Lol!!

Not to be the enabler but... I would suggest perhaps going to a library and getting some books on the subject, and or looking for youtube videos.... and it also never hurts to go to a local machine shop and ask some questions. Also, sometimes certain vocational schools have classes/programs you can pay to attend on various subjects such as machining. Go to a local high school that has a machining class (mine did) and ask if you could sit in and pick the instructors brain... if you don't have anything requiring you to not be around children, I don't see why they would refuse. The other option is to get the tools and EXPERIMENT.... practice makes perfect and you have to start somewhere. Also, check out watch makers... they do some mind blowing work that is very applicable here. Not trying to be harsh or rude but wasting time here asking the same questions over and over is not helping you achieve your goal.

I just went to the only hobby store I have (which is in a different county) this past thursday and they had the metalizers... I stocked up at $3.99 per jar. If it's in my stash, I'd be happy to oblige. It may take me a day or two to rummage through my crates though... I have them semi organized but it's tough with so many. I've got an absolute TON of pactra in spray cans including the lacquers for Lexan... but very few in jars. I've tried alot of stuff, but both Tamiya and Humbrol are not readily available locally and ordering that stuff is expensive. I tried craft paints and can get them to spray good but never found a decent clear coat for them, future just doesn't do it for me. I use them alot for other stuff though like figures, armor, terrain... This is my first ever tank model done completely with craft acrylics... all brush painted. When I was a kid I used alot of automotive paints as I practically lived in a body shop... but that's way too easy, and can come off very unrealistic in scale at times... candied apples. These days I like duplicolors lacquers and model master enamels without clear and just buffed and polished out. Looks more realistic to my eyes and less like a toy.