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I've seen tissue paper soaked in Elmers used, but never tried it. Sorta like paper mache? (sp?)
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I'm in the middle of nowhere here so there are no local shows/meets. I like the idea of emodelcars, just unsure about shipping. I'd sell all the kits for cheap $$ but I don't want to get stuck paying more for shipping than I get. What does it cost to ship, UPS vs USPS, insurance, etc? Patrick, I'll put together a list and PM you, see if there's anything you're interested in. Thanks
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I've been looking at my collection of unbuilt kits (spring fever you know) and there's a lot that I know I will never get to. What is anyone's experience with selling lots to outfits such as ModelExpress and the like, versus selling on eBay or Emodelcars. I'm not looking for a bonanza of cash, more to clean out the attic. I am a total newbie to selling anything on-line as far as shipping, etc and don't want to get in over my head or have it end up costing more than it's worth. Anyone care to share their experience? Thanks in advance!
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a common language that separates us
bbowser replied to 62rebel's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
Harry hit it right. Different generations communicate differently. For those of us old enough to remember B&W TV, our parents didn't understand our obsession with the 'new media' and their parents didn't see the big fuss over radio. And now it's our turn to not understand . If you're standing still you're losing ground. -
Nice job. I loved these old Montes and Richmond was a great one to choose. Hope to see more!
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So I sit down last night to start the decals. I have to be in the right frame of mind for decals as they can be tough, and of course they're the most obvious thing to catch the eye on the finished build. I was going to start with the thin red stripe down the side that separates the white and yellow, but I'm looking at the sheet and the stripes are too narrow and have both red and yellow? Upon further investigation the 'Holly Farms' logos for the quarters are red instead of white! I've got the WRONG sheet! These are for the earlier car that was all white. This is the car I'm doing: I go online and at Mikes Decals he has 1 sheet left of Powerslides that seem to be the correct sheet, so I ordered that ($6, great deal). So in 2 to 5 days I'll be able to proceed. I'm bummed but whataya gonna do? I can live with details underneath being incorrect as few will see them anyway, but the body has got to be right! Hopefully more to come soon.
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Thanks Charlie. Rustoleum "American Accents" line, 'fossil' and 'espresso' for the interior.
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Whats a good full size hard top kit.
bbowser replied to blazefox's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
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Nice. I like the Charger.
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bbowser replied to 62rebel's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
It's the money. The only reason there is telephone service to many of these areas is because they're subsidized by the customers in the more densly populated areas. The FCC is currently trying to shift that subsidy over to broadband, with limited success. If you wish to live 40 miles from nowhere then you can't (or shouldn't) expect downtown services! -
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bbowser replied to 62rebel's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
Because they let them install cell towers everywhere around Denver. Here in VT it takes an act of god (AKA Bernie Sanders) and ten years for permits. Some ways its good, some ways not so much. -
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bbowser replied to 62rebel's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
In my neck of the woods it's the mountains. The same reason I only get 3 FM stations and 1 TV channel over the air. Cable TV started in many of these areas for just that reason, no one could get anything off their antennas. -
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bbowser replied to 62rebel's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
I have a work-issued cell, but it doesn't work at my house or in my town. Rural area in central VT. There are still many areas of the country that have little to no cell service, that's why the 'gummint' is handing out big grants and trying to auction off the airwaves to get cell and 'broadband' access out to everyone. -
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bbowser replied to 62rebel's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
What are these 'texts' you speak of? No cell service in my area so I haven't succumbed yet. I suppose it's only a matter of time.... -
LOL, I know right? I've got the Flock kit for the NASCAR. Looking around for decals, I think I want to do Marshall Teague's Hudson as I'll probably do the Chrysler 300 as Flock's car.
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Richard Petty 1981 Dodge Mirada...the car that never run!
bbowser replied to Plasticfanatic's topic in WIP: NASCAR
Wow. A lot of work but it's coming along well. You'll have a 'one-of-a-kind' when you're done. You should inquire if a willing resin caster might be interested in using your master? -
Sweet build Harry. Those colors look just right!
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Very nice, love the color. Great job!
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Thanks everyone. Mike, it's Rustoleum 'Painters Touch' gloss Sage Green, with an Ivory top. I rattle can everything since I don't own an AB. I'm always prowling the hardware stores and Wallyworld for new colors. There is a surprising amount of choices on the shelves.
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Started the first of the year, finally finished it last night. OOB, only foiling added. Foiling was a bear around the side glass but otherwise this was a great kit to build. Thanks to Chuck Most for his building tips. My only gripe was I wish there was a more positive mounting scheme for the hood ornament. That was a nail biter! Thanks for looking!
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Not my 'cup-o-tea' but an awesome job! I just love the '59, excess to the extreme. Great job.
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Fast Freddie, huh? Thought that might be it. Keep us posted!
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Your in good hands with.........
bbowser replied to scalemodeler's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
Great idea! Maybe a small dio titled *%$#@.