fatkidd

this one turned out nicely, SHINY Jim.

looks killer. I really like the bluing on the exhaust. Great Job

Charlie is a member on here...I believe his username is Pro Tech. you could send him a PM and he could get you the correct info

I whole heartedly agree with this statement. I did a chop on the 50 olds I'm working on after seeing this.

Jason, Congrats on the 1st place. It looks awesome. I would like to see some pictures of it completed in "under glass"...she deserves some more of the spotlight

I called their customer support number, explained why I was calling, gave the person on the other end my info, and in a week and a half or so the wheels arrived. Gotta love customer service like that...way to go revell

am I too late? I would like a set if they are any left. PM sent

lownslow made a flake buster for just such an occasion. here's the link to the thread where he shows how he made one http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=63196

looks good, Jim. So does that mean that it won't be SHINY!? HAHAHAHAHA!!! I couldn't resist

Looks nice and SHINY, Jim! While it isn't my favorite subject, I like the color and the build...another nice addition to the growing collection

It looks spectacular! The flames are nice and subtle. The stance is great, wheels are good selection, engine compartment detailing is well done. Great Job!

That is a brilliant idea! way to think out of the box.

I belong to F.A.S.T. and we are doing a club build off with this very kit. I have been inspired by your work and have implemented a few of the ideas into my rendition. I can't wait to see this one in "under glass"

What would be the procedure to age a tire to make it look like a spare that has sat in a trunk for the life of the car? Sorry for the long-winded question.

This creation just gets better and better. I really like how this is turning out. I started on the same kit and you have definitely given me ideas. I can't wait to see the body with color on it.

as far as I know, the Black Magic Bleche White and the Westley's Bleche Whaite are 1 in the same. As you stated, they were bought out by Black Magic...all they did was change the label and name.

I just saw the progress pictures and I must say that the engine is awesome. Where did you source the stromberbergs from? They give the engine a different attitude.

Thanks for the compliments, Wayne. It was fun a paint job to do. And thanks for sharing the pictures. Here's the link to the pictures that I took. http://s19.photobucket.com/albums/b182/fatkidd/plastic%20models/FAST%20Model%20Club/Club%20Meetings/January%202013/

I stared at this for quite a while. It is beautiful! The part that really catches my eye is where the spare tire cover used to be...the shading is subtle but perfect. It almost looks like the cover is really there. Excellent work, thanks for sharing.

Thanks, Albie Thanks, Dominik Yes, I did. I had to switch off my turntable as it was spinning a bit too fast and almost dumped the model off

Thanks, Bart. I hope that 2013 is better. I've got some ideas kicking around and some paint schemes in mind that should impress. Thanks, Bill Thanks, Carl

Thanks, Paul.

Thanks, Sam. The Merc is one of my favorite completions so far.

I figured I'd show my builds for 2012. I only got 8 finished this year, but I feel that they are better that last year's builds. Thanks to the folks here and the fellas in F.A.S.T. (Florida Auto Scale Trucks) model club, I have upped my game just a bit more this year. Thanks to everyone for their help, assistance, comments, critiques, and the wonderful eye candy that has been shared. May all of you have a wonderful 2013! on with the pics... Revell Dodge Challenger Jada Toys 2006 Corvette Z06 AMT 2006 Chevy Camaro Concept Fujimi Koenig Specials Porsche 911 Bi-Turbo Revell 2006 Dodge Magnum SRT8 Revell 1966 Chevelle Station Wagon Revel 1949 Merc - Black Velvet Custom Chopper - Revell Torch kit slightly modified

I too got a new camera for Christmas (Nikon CoolPix L310) and, like you, am amazed at the macro abilities of it.