KT EASTMAN

Say Marc, is the grille and front bumper separate or molded as one piece??? Got any pics?

Heres a really neat show here in Colorado. It is on Saturday October 7 2006 at The Ranch(Larimer County Fairgrounds) in Loveland Colorado. I-25 exit 259. I believe this to be one of the largest "Swap Meets" in Colorado. There will be everything from toys, collectibles, and PLASTIC MODELS!!! Admission is $3 for adults,$2 high School, Children under 12 free. For more info please contact Timber Dan @ 1-763-972-6726 or timberdan1@msn.com

Just curious if they still exist??? I was digging around in my stuff the other day and came across the trailer decal set for the Smokey & The Bandit II that I picked up a few years back. It has to be the biggest decal I have ever seen in scale!!! It just got me wondering if anyone knows about what ever happened to the 1:1. Also, did these decals come in a kit originally??? I have always wanted to build one and I think it would be better if I had a whole kit to start!!! Has any of you tried or built one??? KT

I am not sure if we are ALL pros. There is a very diverse crowd here from beginners to experts and everything in between!!! Welcome to the board!!! Hope you enjoy it as much as we do!!!! KT

I believe it was from lack of sales mostly. If you look there is still a few of them around. Have you checked E-Bay?? Just a thought!!! I really liked their wheels too but it seems the majority of builders are going to the large 20"-24" wheels and I believe the market for those '70's-80's mags have kinda gone soft. I guess its a sign of the times!!! KT

We are due Oct.25 Darin!! Baby is a little on the small side, but she is on bed rest and they say it should be OK!! We will see!!!! KT

I'd buy one for sure!!!

As an alternative to CSC. I use Purple Power. Rumor has it that it doesen't last as long as CSC, but I personally have not noticed. I get it at the local Advance auto parts in 5 Gallon form for about $17.00. I also use it to scrub the oil stains off my driveway. As for chrome, it strips it off in a matter of minuites. It takes a lot longer to strip the laquer coat though. I usually like to leave the laquer coat on if I am going to use something like alcad II because the surface is already smooth. Just a coat of gloss black,than Alcad!!! For removing the laquer coat, it may be best to use oven cleaner if you are in a time crunch!!! KT

Kinda bringing this thread back TTT. I know there are a lot of new folks here!!! Don't be afraid to let us know your age!!! So far I am amazed at the range of age from young to old!! I still think it is kinda weird that I am the only one in my age bracket (33yrs.) around my area. But Mabe thats makes me special...NOT!!! Well, keep em coming!!! I think it is very interesting to know how old everyone is!!! KT

Its been a little while Gregg, so whats the scoop??? Did you find a place yet??? Let us know!!! KT

Last but not least is my most recent "Junker". My '70 Bonneville w/boat. A bit rough and tumble around the edges, but I think it can be restored!!!

This is my one and only Demo-Derby car. It has not seen any action as of yet!!!!

Heres my "Rough" '66 Chevelle street pounder. Its rude but fast!!!!!

I'm game!!!! Heres one of them. I built this '71 Duster a few years back. Its kinda a restoration in progress...well kinda??

I WANT TO MEET EVERYONE!!!!! But if I only had a choice of a few it would have to be Mark Gustavson and Ken Hamilton. Mark (he gets mad when you call him Mr.Gustavson!! ) has been with me from the begining of my building on the pages of varius magazines. You could say I kinda "grew" up with him. I would love to spend some time with Ken Hamilton and see his builds live and in person. His work always leaves me speachless and is a huge inspiration!!! KT

Yea, My local Wal-Mart has those too!!! I picked up a few '65 Chevelle wagons. I have missed out on every issue of them for some weird reason!!! But now I have two!!! 8)

Way to go Billy!!!! I have been waiting all my life to get something in a mag.!!! I am still waiting! Mabe someday!!!! KT

It is good to hear that you are still with us Darin!!!! May an ugly virus plague the Troll who did this!!!! :twisted:

I use imageshack. Its free but not as good as Fotki. It gets the job done I suppose!!! www.imageshack.com

Thanks for the compliment Rick!! It was an "Inspired" build!!!!

Oh...by the way, here is one of my dioramas inspired by Ken Hamilton!!!

All I can say is Ken Hamilton, Ken Hamilton, Ken Hamilton!!!! He is in my opinion one of the best when it comes to weathering!! If you see an article with his name, it is worth its weight in gold when it comes to techniques!!! There is a product out there called Rustall. www.rustall.com This stuff works great if you are looking for that rusty look!!! Check around and see if you have a railroad hobby store near you. They usually have the paints and supplies for weathering!! I have learned alot from Ken over the years, but I have also done alot of experimenting on my own!!! I will usually study pics. of weathered cars to see where they rust, etc. Heres a good site to see alot of rotting musclecars www.carsinbarns.com I hope this helps!!!! KT

I work in a shop and see that all the time!!! You never really get used to it though!!! At least nobody got hurt!!!! Whipping hoses can put a wallop on your legs!!!!

There are alot of places to get "good" models. Where do you live??? I am sure we can direct you to your local hobby shops!! Also there are quite a few on-line places like E-Bay, Hobby Heaven www.modelcarkits.com . Also they can be found at places like Michaels and Hobby Lobby. Most of my collection I get from swap meets and a personal friend who buys out peoples unwanted collections and splits them up. At over 1200 kits in my collection, I do not need to get more...but I still do!!!

You beat me to it Marc!!! Just a note, A/FX is a bit slow on their shipping, but your patience will pay off in the end!!! KT