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Anyone who will post a Moxie trailer is okay with me. Charlie Larkin

What did you use to attach the lenses? That can be remidied with some flat aluminum paint and either Testors clear parts cement or some thinned white glue on top of it to make lenses. Charlie Larkin

Wow! Charlie Larkin

With that point, I wonder if it would make sense to simply shorten an F-150 frame and build a new Bronco off of that? Coyote V-8 standard to minimize off-road complications, at least the option of Raptor-type suspension and four-wheel-drive standard. Charlie Larkin

I would suggest using some easy-tac or something similar on the exterior, and then use some very thin strip from behind, glue it is, followed by some putty if need be to tighten up the gaps a little. This is a case of "pictures would be a big help." Charlie Larkin

Good to know. There are times I simply don't feel like screwing with the airbrush or a spray can really is that much more economical. RE: mixing, most jobbers will now do touch-up bottles or spray cans, ranging from $10-25/each on average. Charlie Larkin

Very well done. Is this based off the Lindberg kit? Consider doing another one with the interior and seeing if someone will cast it. I'd buy one or two. Charlie Larkin

The basic build is very good. It really needs foil to make it stand out. I generally like to foil scripts and lock cylinders before painting, and cut out the foil around them. A light buffing of the paint will reveal the foil (and polish it up a little, too.) Drip rails, other mouldings and door handles can be done post facto. As I remember, the grilles were usually black or a much darker gray on the Sports. At the very least, a light wash of The Detailer, followed by some detail painting of the grille badge will really bring that up. Consider getting an airbrush, which will allow you to mix colors to your liking. Used ones appear on Craigslist regularly for short money, sometimes you can get a whole set-up with compressor as well for a very reasonable price. You can decant spray paints and mix them, or have custom-mixed paints made for you at many auto body jobbers. Charlie Larkin

I'm really a fan of this build. Charlie Larkin

I think AMT is back- big time, and I can't wait to see what they have up their sleeve next. Charlie Larkin

I'd consider buying display cases that will allow you to secure the models to the base, and then fill the case tops with packing pellets. If you go the shoebox route, use bubble-wrap to wrap the models in if possible, with packing pellets for extra protection; if odd shapes or things like antennae make this impractical, use the pellets. Charlie Larkin

I'll tend to agree. Gray is a nice choice for many colors. If you had to pick three, I'd go with black, white and gray. Try each and see what you like the best, or what has the effect you're going for. Charlie Larkin

Very nice. I'd call it "Indian blanket" for want of a better way of describing it. I like it. Charlie Larkin

A beautiful young lady who has the dedication to country I wish more her age did. Charlie Larkin

It appears that Scale Equipment has discontinued their woodgrain decals, and I've found myself in need of some. Does anyone know of any other woodgrain decals that are actually in (or fairly close) to scale? Charlie Larkin

Remember, to a point, there is no such thing as too much light. As shown above, two pieces of posterboard, one white, one black (and maybe a few other colors for artsy-er shots) will help you tremendously for picking up the model itself. A light framework will help hold it all together, again, like shown above. Try shooting outside, too. I've found quite frequently that I get my best shots on slightly cloudy days. I still shoot mostly film, and whether film or digital, make sure you have good equipment and that it's functioning properly. Sensors can sometimes not register colors right (one of the reasons I like shooting Kodak Ektar- I never have off registration unless I do something stupid like bump the shutter speed or aperture.) If you need to shoot indoors, do so with the model slightly off-center from overhead lighting, and see if you like it better. You'll get the subtleties of the colors a little better, as opposed to risking over-exposure from too much light. Be sure your flash is set to proper settings, too. Charlie Larkin

And I'd buy at least one of most of them. Charlie Larkin

Excellent job! Charlie Larkin

Good work on the tracks so far. T snowmobiles are cool. The letters are a nice touch. Charlie Larkin

A 6-cylinder Impala? Cool. Want a real screwball? Do a 6-cylinder SS. '67 was the last year for them, and yes, they actually did build a few. Charlie Larkin

Automotive sandable primer is your best friend. Get a can of gray and white. Spray paint- I would recommend finding a store that stocks Humbrol enamels. Their sprays are easy to use and leave a nice finish. Their French Blue and white will be a pretty decent representation of the factory Colonial White/Diamond blue two-tone. The satin white and flat light and dark blues Humbrol makes will also work nicely for the interior. Look up some pictures for references. The engine is black, the transmission aluminum. The valve covers and air cleaner should be either red or blue, as it varied with engine and model year. Charlie Larkin

I saw a beautiful '60 at a car show over the summer. Great design and amazingly roomy under the hood- literally the only thing you'd need to go under the car for is the drain-plug and I think the oil filter. I'll look forward to this. Charlie Larkin

I'm going to see if we can scare some of this up for the store. We sell BSI and Zap, but I wouldn't mind a second option. Anyone have any experience with the gels either manufacturer makes? Charlie Larkin

Great work. How much arm-twisting would it take for you to do another one and send it off to D.R.A.G. to cast it? Charlie Larkin

I do; we also offer 20% to members of recognized regional and national clubs. I will agree that for a snap, it's a bit more than I'd like to see. I think, in all honesty, the sweet-spot for the snap-kits will be about $15-20, although Revell may be moving their prices on whatever they're calling the ex-Wheels of Fire series to close to this (!) All I can say is if they're going to start charging Tamiya prices, they better start having the product to back it up. I've had a busier-than-planned week. More pictures and updates to come this weekend. Charlie Larkin