Dr. Cranky

So, correct me if I am wrong here, if you wan to build a phantom gasser you are really not held back by anything, right? You can just let yourself go as long as the vehicle has the right gasser look, right?

Gorgeous model, and if it was your first effort, I can't imagine what you are doing now. Keep sharing more of your work with us, please.

Gents, you are right, but I was thinking of how one learns to get used to the airbrush. I guess you can in fact kill two birds with one stone!

That's a nice model, and I am still wondering how many of you have done gassers that never really existed.

Yes indeedy. He covers foiling and makes it look not only easy, but fun. Both of Donn's DVDs are excellent (five plus hours of model building fun) and highly recommended. And no, NO, he is NOT paying me to say that!

A few more:

Donn, what a treat! I have to share it!

Amazing work. The confetti idea is genius.

Wait! Did I say a few more? :D :D

And a few more . . .

Folks, here's some eye candy from Donn, or as I call him Mr. Enamel!

Mike, I think a way to resolve it (or at least it is how I'm going to try to resolve it) is to thin down the paint and then spray into those tight areas a couple of times first and then start the general mist coats . . . candies work in this way. I think the enamel paints tend to have the consistency of candies, and I should have known better, but hey, a dip in the Purple Bath over night and the bodies are like brand new.

Walt, you are making EYEGORE dance around looking for his next fire hydrant! Don't stop it now! This build is coming along nicely. Love the subject matter.

Donn, you'll be happy to know that both 41 Willys came out of the Purple Bath like new. I used a toothbrush to remove the residue, resanded and smoothed and I am back in business. Today I should shoot some more paint. Did I tell you I've run into town for paint like 3 times this week? I wished Testors would put out a larger quantity bottle, like 2 ounces would be so perfect.

Bill, I paint in the garage with the door open and a couple of fans running. When it's nice outside, I paint outside. One day I would love to have a walk-in paintbooth and one of those space age suits to paint in. Right now I wear pants, long sleeves, latex gloves, a beanie, and the best mask I can afford. Safety comes first!

It all depends what you want to do with it. If its paint glossy models, then I say start with the Paasche Single Action. It will get you some nice results. For tight graphic work and other things, then I recommend the Iwata Eclipse which is a bit pricier than the Paasche. My recommendation is do a little homework and really figure out what you are going to be using it for the most, then adjust accordingly. Happy air brushing!

You have a great imagination, buddy, and the results are spectacular!

There's something charming about option B. But I like the buildings in A too.

So you did the marblelizing with a decal? I'm interesting to know how you did it. Nice work.

Beautiful model. The Rivs are always some of my favorite cars. You did a great job on this one.

Excellent model. Wonderful colors and execution. It's a keeper and one that will shine in your collection. Thanks for sharing.

Tony, I too have one, and would like to build it one of these fine days . . . looks like a great kit.

I built one of these a few years ago and really enjoyed it. Nice work, thanks for sharing.

Excellent duo with lots of great details. Very nice. Thanks for sharing the eye candy.

Can't wait to see more.