Jon Cole

And THAT... is why we have lawyer jokes! Because they don't have bigger fish to fry!

This just shouldn’t be happening in this day and age of computerized scanning and mapping. Is this the way Trumpeter operates? Because to me, it seems like at least some of the industry employees on that side of the pond still think the way to engineer model kits is to copy the Otaki / Arii / Edai design philosophy. In other words, they need to start understanding who their market is… or better yet, who their market is NOT. Adult builders should not buy these. After the Bonneville & Nova fiascoes, they should have learned their lessons. This is the fault of their staffing and management.

I see floor mats! And... dead people. But mostly floor mats.

Jason, that is going to be a great hearse! Of course, you do have some more detail work and clean up to do. There is a crease that needs to be filled. If a crease needs to remain, I suggest the crease stays horizontal, perhaps disappearing as it transitions from front to back. Also, the triangular area needs to be cleaned up. Don't give up! This has great possibilities.

Oh man, is that out of whack! First thing I noticed the chassis pan is lacking detail and crispness. I have seen $10. diecast with more chassis detail. As stated above, the windshield is missing the wraparound at each end. And that is where I quit looking; because something tells me... there is probably more.

Well a few of my favs... X-100 Connie... NOT the Kennedy car

I couldn't agree more, Mark! I am currently trying to rescue a large tube of Evercoat 2-part; it is drying out. I have been adding resin. Next time I open it up... it will either be good; or garbage. Thanks for the Bondo brand recommendation! I will look for that.

I love the smell of Bondo in the morning. Smells like... victory.

Decals... Possible, but with limitations. The "pro" custom decals you may see here are most likely composed in a computer art program such as Corel Draw. Those take time to master. Harry, our moderator has done a tutorial on the process. Now, even IF you had all that skill, you would still need something called an ALPS Printer... which are no longer made. Plus, very difficult to buy supplies for. However- you can still print decals! Just no white, shiny gold or silver. White or clear decal film is available that can be used. Some will run it through their home printer, then top coat it with a fixative spray. I prefer to print my art on a 'master', then take it; and my decal film to a copy house, and let them print it. Expect some hesitation from leery employees, who worry that the decal will foul their copier. I have never had a problem with that. Works fine every time.

Well, that's the third model of yours I just finished oogling at! Your models a certifiably awesome! Beautiful... like they were somehow dipped in paint! Paint, and C/F!

Dat's slick. Real sharp. Wheels look 'right' on this. Interesting lower valance... front & back. Source?

That car always caught my eye! A unique kustom by a unique caricature! I wonder if Bill Hines is still with us? He's no "spring chicken"! I bet they will bury him with that unlit cigar! I bet he wouldn't have it any other way. BTW, the board has "edit" and "delete" functions. You can delete a double post, as long as it has no replies, afaik.

You're off to a GREAT start! Remember, it's only plastic!

Link for vendors list... http://www.nnleast.com/vendors.html

Now you're on!

"it's more fun to drive a slow car fast than it is to drive a fast car slow." –Jay Leno

Assuming, of course, this media link works...

You can see Norm's finned Buick drums in the center of the pic below... They were mastered by Bob Dudek, from this: BTW, I went to the link that George provided, and I must say, Dan does make some impressive stuff! I do notice that he does not mention where he is. That matters to me... I just want to know where the vendor is. He does appear to offer an e-mail contact, as well as Facebook.

Awesome looking Focus. It will be interesting to hear how well it goes together. Is it in the lineup for its spot on your workbench?

I agree... that hardtop look is sweet!

Dang that's nice! Did you make your own decals?

Mags always seem to reach the store shelves before subscribers get theirs. Prob because they already have subscribers $$$, so they concentrate on stocking the shelves first.

I like the seat.

Yeah, but when you come right down to it, copyright technically affects almost everything sold currently by aftermarket. I suspect that the aftermarket's quantity is so low, it's not worth it for any large business to complain... with the possible exception of the 1:1 tire manufacturers. More likely, what you said about cuts and embossing costs would be the real deal breaker. My bro-in-law markets custom picture matting. He has a computerized mat cutter that, if programmed, could cut these displays like that! (snaps finger) Like I said, it can be done.

Much better. Better on the ride height, better on the grille black out.