Andrew McD

Zippi - Love the tow truck. Color choices and quality of build look outstanding!

"Made a few tweaks - vinyl top, hood vents, exhaust tips, cut up the dash and added an 8-track player with some tunes, detailed the engine a bit, the aforementioned wheels, etc. - but it’s mostly right out of the box. " You don't do yourself justice! The level of detail and craftsmanship is extraordinary! Beautifully done.

"Made a few tweaks - vinyl top, hood vents, exhaust tips, cut up the dash and added an 8-track player with some tunes, detailed the engine a bit, the aforementioned wheels, etc. - but it’s mostly right out of the box. " You don't do yourself justice! The level of detail and craftsmanship is extraordinary! Beautifully done.

For having decided to minimize the effort you've certainly done a nice job! Very clean looking. The paint looks excellent.

Was the detailing done with a molotow chrome pen? What's your impression with how well that worked? I'm asking as I struggle with BMF.

Thanks Bob. Thanks for the info! Like yourself I am trying different approaches and doing lots of investigation and reading regarding how others approach their painting. I'll spray some spoons and see what sort of results I get using your method. Andrew

Hi Bob, Your stock of winter bodies looks good! I'm at a point where I'm still exploring various painting techniques. Can you share how you thin your craft paints and what psi you shoot at. I'm assuming you're using the Paasche H which I think I've seen you refer to in other threads? Thanks, Andrew

The final product looks excellent despite the struggles. As somebody else pointed out, and I agree, you really captured a nice vintage look. Your resolution of the windshield frame actually looks quite good from the photos. Looking forward to following more of your work.

Very nice clean build with wonderful attention to detail. I've experimented a bit with using craft acrylics but with only mediocre results. Can you share details of how you thin and the apply the paint? I assume the clear coat is what gives it the nice gloss finish? Thanks, Andrew

Thanks for the tip. Looks like a good product and I've just placed an order.

I have both the original and the re-release versions of this kit in my stash. Having read of the windshield frame issue I just checked and the "Special Edition" release which has the blown engine option has a warped windshield frame. I think it's warped beyond use and I will have to get creative and/or contact Revell for a replacement. Zippi - I really like what you've done with the wheels. Despite the challenges I'm betting you'll end up with a good looking model.

Good advice on dabbing the brush on a paper towel. I've started doing so and paying more attention to the "load" of paint that the brush is carrying. Getting a balance between having just enough paint on the brush so I can cover the detail area in one application and avoid having to apply more paint which leads to the clumping and streaking is going to take some more practice.

Thanks for responding .......I've not made enough of the youtube resources.

I hear you on the practice, practice, practice......now if I just get better at learning from my frequent errors! LOL

I will check out the video, thank you for the link!

I will try thinning the Tamiya acrylic and see if that gives me a bit more control of the flow and avoid the clumping and streaking problems.

Another interesting direction to check out, thank you.

Thanks, I will look into these. I have some silver and gold pens that have been useful I wasn't aware of the various colors available.

I typically use Tamiya acrylics when doing detail work with a brush; such as picking out details on a dashboard, interior console or door panels. I try to flow the paint on but all too often get an excess of paint and it flows to places I don't want it. Of course then in trying to clear it up if I brush over the acrylic paint repeatedly it tends to clump and streak. Any tips on brush size and type, paint (is there something better I might use for the detail work), and general technique would be appreciated. Thanks, Andrew

What a disappointment to have such a set back after all the nice work you've done! Body fit and wheels fitting on axles seem to be the bane of my modeling existence. I'm not quite sure what to do about struggling with body fitment except I need a ton of patience. I have concluded that I need to drill out wheels and glue them in place rather than the press fit that so often frustrates. I enjoy your WIP's, always informative. Andrew

American muscle married to a sexy Italian body; more fun than a Hollywood movie. Great idea and truly indicative of the creative aspect of drag racing that was so appealing, as they say, “back in the day”.

You are simply fearless with that SawzAll! Your ability to manipulate styrene is inspirational. As others have noted, and I agree, the body proportions and stance are spot on. I look forward to following this project to its conclusion.

I'll be watching this one as I try to restrain myself from adding yet another kit to the stash!

Your build is looking terrific! I happen to have this kit arriving today so I'm excited to watch this build; and yes, I'm nervous about making a mess of it. LOL Can anybody recommend a source for aftermarket PE parts to enhance the build?

I like where you're going with this! Between your build and reviewing Tim Boyd's build I've been motivated to add this kit to the stash and will build it before too long.