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sidcharles

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  1. any chance you could share the link? i'm circling the drain but only come up with singles (pull) or set of 4 w/ handle (push) thanks
  2. i can work with that. start it (new thread) and i shall follow.
  3. i always read the screwdriver should not be used for opening paint cans, so i used my Tam . . . oh; shoot.
  4. scale And genre. don't be afraid to investigate how the other guys do it.
  5. aka: the dreaded Ping!
  6. another thought: glue on part or glue on destination? if you have a part with a hole, by putting glue into the hole, excess is kept in the hole/ not seen. if you put adhesive on the pin, the excess is squeezed out of the hole and possibly onto the finished surface.
  7. this statement could be the start of a great philosophical thread along the lines of "why do we build models?" not to sidetrack this thread further, but if anyone wants to start another, i'll follow along. i predict 13 pages easily.
  8. they are skilled enough not to need a kit engine?
  9. https://www.planetfigure.com/forums/tools-accessories-tips-of-the-trade.201/ proprietary or custom fabricated; sky's the limit
  10. impressive stable o' minnies (sic) adore the wheels on #2. Q: is that a full open sun roof (same car)? looks like they've all gotten the TLC treatment. thanks for posting, especially in such proximity for comparison. sid
  11. i would get lost in the details of the construction threads on SMC. always a go-to for inspiration & reading.
  12. when i was a boy . . .
  13. not sure what all that is depicting, but if the cursor hovers over the avatar, the ignore button appears on the lower right; click = done. does not appear on moderators'; not sure if there are other exceptions.
  14. i think he was obsessed with these engines. image from HAMB History - Early drag racing photos | Page 138 | The H.A.M.B.
  15. Q: isn't there a thread which names bongo drums and tape recorders and stuffed animals? maybe in that thread there's mention of tools.
  16. my understanding is that's its an invitation to brainstorm and anything can be put out for consideration.
  17. just keep in mind it's all patience. can be a lifelong interest, too.
  18. there are also model & photo etch companies which make hand tools. some are 1:35 scale and acceptable for top tray or drawer tools. the 1:24 kits will be a more dependable fit. i guess which and how much creativity you are willing to contribute. tools* 1:24 - Scale Modeling Search workshop tools and machines tools** 1:35 - Scale Modeling Search
  19. there's already a hole forum for that. half a dozen consistent posters and they're looking to boost enrollment.
  20. "The story you are about to see is true. The names have been changed to protect the innocent." * *Unintentional defamation - Wikipedia
  21. Pop's 1960 Falcon had that
  22. if we get an "up" well, then, there should be a "down" life ain't all a bowl o' cherries.
  23. i think a great part of life is " pure drawn out dross." don't get me started of bicyclist YT-ers!
  24. is that what i am hearing when the lips don't jive with the words? i assumed in circumstances it was because the producer's first language was not Engrish. (sic)
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