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That’s coming along great. The flag decal is a nice touch. Nice work on the side markers.

If painting in cool temperatures, be sure to leave the body in the cool environment until the paint is cured. Or, warm it up (dehydrator, etc) before bringing it to a warm place, to avoid any problems with condensation.

Cheers, Jim. I figured that might be the case. That chrome like stuff offered by Hasegawa, which some report to be a bit 'vinyl-like', might be better suited.

I loved the Auto World catalogues. I had two of them in the late 70s. and literally wore them out. As a kid building in rural Nova Scotia, I was building model cars like it was a religion, but doing it in isolation. These catalogs were my first touch with the outside world of model car building, and I devoured them. Andrew, yes, I still have a few of the hinges around somewhere, and the auto cutter worked as well as one might imagine. I still have it too, with decades old crust of petrified, melted plastic still on it. I used the lighting kit to illuminate the dial on my clock radio. And yes, the Cabot Trail in Cape Breton is a great drive, and in fact, a bloody awesome Lotus road. Cape Smoky on a light-traffic day... woohoo! Danial, cool you still have the engine detailing book. It was high on my want list, but didn't make the cut. As it was, I was quite fortunate to have my mother splurge on such an order.

Wow, Rich, what a beautiful collection of race cars. An impressive set. Thanks for posting your fine group of models.

I think this is all pretty standard for any vintage Lotus left to its own defences. Over the course of time, without constant attention, they gently disassemble themselves, both the 1:1, and, it would seem, in scale. Lots Of Trouble Usually Serious While we’re reminiscing, I didn’t learn about Auto World until ‘77, when I got a catalog through an add in the Revell Get It Together magazine. My first order was a Johan Chrysler Turbine, among other goodies. I even ticked the box to receive my free Exacto hobby knife ($1.00 value!), which is still the one I use daily.

Nice work. Interesting project. Both are looking good.

Has anyone tried to cut BMF with one of these? I have a stock car project, and the door numbers have a chromy look. Been scratching my head how to replicate them.

Welcome to the forum, Todd. I'm really digging the Pearson Pontiac.

Welcome to the sandbox, Ray. Good to have you aboard.

Much better! That's looking good.

Oh, you've got LOTS of time. Love the old Rivs, that friction promo is a neat piece.

I enjoyed watching the progress, just the same. I agree, a cool idea for a community build. If such a build starts again, I may jump aboard next time, though interest seems to have waned on this one. Not uncommon for a community build, sometimes. I have a good few of my old builds that I would like to take a second shot at.

Yes, simply gorgeous. Lovely replica of a very cool race car. Excellent work.

Beautiful Olds. Well done, Mario. That custom colour is gorgeous.

Superb! That's coming along great, Greg. That colour really hits the mark.

Thanks for this, Mario. I very rarely shoot clear, but my current project has a lot of delicate decals, so I will be laying some Tamiya lacquer clear on it tonight. I've been nervous of this, since I have heard horror stories of Tamiya lacquer clear eating decals, and also my overall inexperience with shooting clear. I'll give your process a try.

Top notch model building. Very clean, quality work all around. Very nicely done.

That's some serious scratchbuilding. Very impressive. You are nailing the look. Looking forward to seeing more.

This is cool! It's the second of these kits I've seen on the forum this year. Prior to that I never knew they existed.

Nice looking Chevys, Gary, both the models and the 1:1. I quite like the colours on the '57'

I like the mods you have proposed so far. Gives it a bit of attitude.

This is cool. What a fun build. In the context of a 1:1 Bugatti, this thing is so absurd is makes me smile. The Bug body actually makes great hot rod fodder. The lines look good. Really digging the blown inline 8. Thanks for posting.

I lost touch with this build, just catching up. Model building excellence here, Joe. Very clean and tidy. The blue looks fantastic. I'm a vintage Mustang owner also, though for some reason, I don't seem to build them often. The stash is full of them though, so I should tear into one.

That's looking great, Phil. That assembled chassis shot is pretty sexy. Just found this thread, but I'm watching it now. Your attention to detail is paying off. My story exactly. Been wanting to do one of these for many years, but every time I look at those pinstripes...