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Congrats! Here's to many more years of awesome models!

Jim, it's all coming together just as you imagined. The subtly two tone is clean, yeah blue background is tough with the blue but we get it. Accessories are going to look very nice with this paint job, suitcase method is right on point. the fact that you utilized 5 different brands to finish it is amazing.

Thanks for the advice. I just found a 3d file that will work perfectly!

Hey Fellas, Not sure this post goes here, but it is sort of a "Want". I have searched just about all of the 1973-1987 Chevrolet/GMC Model Kits available and I am trying to figure out which is best fitment and what your thoughts are on choosing one or piecing two together + resin parts to get close to my own 1:1 truck. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

That's what I'm talking about. Jim, I am a figure painter and I always do "Zenithal" highlighting on objects. It's an exceptional way to bring out detail and helps assist with pre-shading. Nice work on the visor. We seem to be similar in the way that we let our own brain get in our way, there is always another detail we can add lol. This Bug coming along!

Ricky, the playboys are inside the MAD and Sports Illustrated covers...c'mon now - can't let anyone see. Thanks for the uplifting comments, hopefully the next one I am working on will be equally as detailed.

Thanks for the kind words, Jim. I struggle with myself over realism, even if it my build. Yes, I print all my own resin 3d prints. However the STL files are either bought or free.

Wait a gosh darn minute! That last picture of the Rapid Pink automobile, that is slick! What model is that? Off topic, sorry. I love the color choice on the Bug, no runs, impressive work. Still time to ruin (my motto) I don't think you can ruin this, nice progress.

Never a dull moment with your work. Applause! Now take your bow!

Nice job on the BMF, all around great.

This is coming together, really liking the moves your making in the front. I am doing a parcel shelf as well, excited to see what you come up with. Keep going!

Hey Crew, anyone experience this issue with this particular kit? I have had to fix these sorts of things before but I bought this specific kit because of all the good reviews on it. How would you fix primarily the rear end trunk fitment/gap? Hood as well....

Jim, buddy, I am totally on board with the swamp cooler. Anytime I can get some add on's like that, I am full steam ahead. Keep at it, love this WIP. Excited to see what color choice you go with.

Jim, I am starting my Beetle next week! We are both going to have some awesome custom pieces. I cannot wait to start sharing my WIP pics. I am loving your build, nice work on resizing your prints. I have a bunch of different stl files for bits, let me know if you need anything.

That will work!

Love the concept. I just purchased the 66' Tamiya Beetle, cannot wait to start my first VW!

Good stuff here. Love the engine compartment, looks used. My kind of model.

Stay with the skirts, damn it! lol

I am loving the skirts, Bil. It's so entertaining to see how everyone has their own preferences about cars. I guess it's what makes us all unique and then we get cool custom pieces from it.

Oh smooth...I really like that look. My vote is to keep them both, they look great.

Only 4 comments in 4 hours?!?! What a knock out! Beautiful work, your dash and instrument panel is fire, my friend. I love this one.

No complaints here. Execution is well done with all the fabrication, this one will be fun to follow.

Stance appears to have been corrected? I like it's look, are you sticking with those rims? Do they have a center hub cap?

^^^What Kanada said^^^^ This is a nice model, you are doing the Lord's work with all that sanding, but well worth it, I know. Keep posting progress!

You a Niner's fan? That color pallet has me seeing San Francisco 49er colors. Nice work, engine is nicely done.