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In 2007 our house went into foreclosure because of major cuts to my hours at work. I was so upset I took almost everyone of my 100+ models I had built, busted them up & threw them in the trash. My Wife wasn't to happy with me since She was sure everything would work out for us & I'd regret it. She was right. My hours went back up & we didn't lose the house & I sure do regret tossing all those models.
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Waking up this morning with what feels like the flu. Miserable all day. Today, being my birthday, my wife had plans for a small family get together. That's shot.
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I'm head of maintenance & set up at a major Hotel.
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Had a big trade with crazyjim & would trade with Him anytime.
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I just got Mat Irvine's Scale car modeling the other day. Lots of good articles & lot's of pictures..
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After looking at the pictures I have to agree the foil job leaves something to be desired. Pictures do seem to magnify any & all mistakes. Thanks for all the kudos & I appreciate the suggestions.
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I really enjoyed building this one. I liked those colors on the box so much I decided to paint it the same.
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Just did a trade with Darin Bastedo & I highly recommend Him. Thanks again, Darin. Mike
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My Brother worked with a woman who hit a deer & it came through the windshield still kicking. She ended up in the Hospital with life threatening injuries & almost died. I'm lucky mines so minor.
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I was heading to work at 5:00 this morning & had a deer run in front of me & I got him with the right front corner of my truck. The deer survived & ran off. My poor truck got the worst of it as you can see. And to think I decided to splurge & put new fenders on it just a couple months ago since my old ones were rusty & they weren't cheap, especially after having them painted. Unfortunately I don't have collision on my insurance so I get to foot the bill on this one. At least all the bolts & screws will come off easy since I had the fender off so recently.
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The Blue Printer
forthlin replied to Greg Myers's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
I had a subscription from the early 90's until it ended. They also came out with a '56 Ford Victoria . I've still got it put away & haven't built it yet. -
I haven't done the Corvette but I did do Arii's '58 Eldorado. A nice model with a little work. The weak spot was the window frame. I broke it in three pieces because it was so flimsy& had to piece it back together.. Still, a neat model that you don't normally find.
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My Mom had a '55 Olds 98 Starfire convertible back in the late 50's - early 60's. I was a little kid when She traded it in 1961. Now it would be worth a small fortune. What I'd give to have that car now.
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My wife & I stopped at some rummages. This was at the first one we stopped at.
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A friend sent me this from Germany. That price is in Euros.
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Lets See Your Replicas of Yours/Your Families Cars
forthlin replied to Platerpants's topic in Model Cars
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These two cars are setting outside of a junkyard the next town over. I've lived in this area going on 30 years & they were there when I moved here.
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'64 Pontiac Grand Prix
forthlin replied to forthlin's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
Got most of my Modelhaus parts today. As soon as the rest of the parts come in & I finish my current model this one's next. -
'64 Pontiac Grand Prix
forthlin replied to forthlin's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
No, I didn't notice the wheels. You're right, they are t-bird. I'll be ordering the correct ones now. Thanks for letting me know. -
'64 Pontiac Grand Prix
forthlin replied to forthlin's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
I've already done some checking & friction models have less value than a promo. It's got some value, but not a lot. Anyway, the rear bumpers broke, the windshield pillar is warped & no steering wheel so it can't be worth much as it sets. -
A new hobby shop has opened
forthlin replied to forthlin's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
I know lots of old & rare isn't a real good sign, but they seem to be the minority & new models the majority. I agree with the paint. Once the paint goes it seems like the hobby shop soon closes. I'm keeping my fingers crossed this one makes it. -
I got this old friction model as a trade for a few Hot Wheels cars. My Mom had one in the early 70's & plan matching it. I've already ordered all the chrome & interior parts from Modelhaus & can't wait to get started.