Dragline

I'm coming to the end of my "February" build. Since it is March 4th that didn't work out. But I am building again and that's all that matters to me. Next time you see her, she'll be all dolled up "Under Glass". Thanks to all who played along and offered kind words. They are appreciated. The grill is just placed there but it should look pretty decent with the headlight buckets in there once they dry. Bob

Killer rides all of em Pete. Man those are just pure eye candy. Bob

Cpl Turner will be in my thoughts tonight. The 4 people in my immediate family that have seen combat have all come back. We consider ourselves very fortunate. My brother Scott has been over to the sand 7 times since 1990. He's one tough cookie. God Bless our heroes every one. Bob

Superb build of one of the cutest little cars ever. You got it right from every angle. Bob

Sure is good lookin. I got one in the wings. I hope it comes out as nice as this. Bob

Insane! I bought a sealed one a year and a half ago for 375.00. Some people have more money than brains. Bob

Looks great Walt. What a bruiser... I'm planning on doing mine like this. Hopefully as good. Bob

LOL Mike, you are a riot my friend. Honestly, the BMF is easier than many make it out to be. I read in another thread about how the author was NOT putting the #11 blade into the handle but holding it alone between his fingers for more precise control. I am here to tell you that that bit of advise is worth its weight in shiny stuff. I doubt seriously if i could have done this car without that tip. I suppose I could have done it but as to the quality of the foiling, I'm not as certain. I took my time and when I thought it may get the best of me or was simply getting a little cross-eyed I'd put it down. I started with the front and rear window trim tops, then moved to the drip edge on one side. When I do front and rear window trim I look at the actual car to see where the seams are and then make my cuts there. If there is a seam [and there will be] it looks like the overlapping piece that the real car has. In some spots it's just better to apply a few smaller pieces than a large one. The side trim that runs along the top is pieced at the door jams and the front bullet indentations. This way my joints are not visible or in places a joint would normally occur. It also allows me to stop anywhere I wish if it starts getting to me. My vision requires glasses for close up work and my eyes will get tired after glaring at it for extended periods. The top side trim was accomplished by using my finger as a guide as I ran down the length of the body as I trimmed. Stopping every so often to check my path before continuing. The rear wings were the trickiest I'd say vecause they are so obvios a place and the markings were nearly obliterated by sanding, primer, color and clear. The sides were nearly the same. I only tore off one piece that came out crooked. There are a few tiny knife spots in the clear that will require a bit of buffing to tame them but they are only visible upon extremely close inspection. But I will try to eliminate them as best I can. This build actually makes me want to try another car with an extreme amount of BMF to further refine my technique. If that's any indication of my model car sickness then I am hopelessly lost and need some therapy. But in all honesty I am glad that the trim is done and I can move on to the finishing of this build. Looks like I'll miss my Feb 28th deadline. But that wan't carved on a limestone tablet so no harm done. Thanks for all the kind words. I got a little puffed up about all the nice things you all have said. Bob

I'm sure I don't understand the details of the commision. Please explain that part as I am interested. These are meant to be gifts? Prizes? Very interesting indeed. Bob

This is a great beginning to what is a truly iconic car. The paint is an orangish/yellow hue if I recall. I'm wondering what paint you will be using. Watching closely. Bob

After chatting the other night I finally get to see your work. I'm impressed Markus. You are a fine addition to this bunch of putty and paint slingers. Great looking build buddy. Bob

OUTSTANDING motor and underhood details. Very fine craftsmanship sir. THIS is why we all watch the WIP column. Bob

I'm truly touched by the kind words my friends. I really am. BMF is one of those things that I put off on EVERY build without a doubt. But, by taking my time [in this case, days] and focusing on the fundementals of it. I am able to do it well and without pulling any precious hair out of my head. I knew it was going to take a while so I alloted the time needed to do it at my leisure. That made all the difference in how it came out. Thanks for noticing. Bob

Looks good from where I'm sitting. Of course each of us can spot all the little things on our won builds. That, and we are generally our own worst critics. Smart looking car in my eyes buddy. Bob

Very nice build Curt. I always enjoy looking at your stuff. Bob

I'm using the stock steelies with the dogsishes but with the wider tires. Bob

Makes me want to build one just so I can stare at it all day. It's that nice. Orange would have neen cool too. I may do that. Very nice. Bob

Great BMF work there and a sweet color. I'm working on something similar so I know the pain it took to get it that nice. Bob

Looks good Mike. I thought the stock bodylines were wild enough. This thing is over the top. Bob

Looks positively gorgeous. The paint is killer and the stance looks mean. I'm watching this one. Bob

I am now finished with the BMF. Took four days at about an hour a pop. Headliner, windows, PE scripts and this puppy is done. I have a few more items to wrap up on the chassis and then it'll be "Under Glass". Just a few touchups on the panel lines and it'll be to my liking. Bob

As OK as all those ideas are, running the tap over it with full on hot for a few minutes will loosen any jar I've ever had. I've had some that sat for years literally and when left under a drizzling tap with scalding water they all came off. No need to hurt yourself. Bob

Very nice and clean build. Makes me want to break mine out but I have to finish my Starliner first. It looks really good. Bob

Holy Schnickies! Already impressive and it's still mostly white plastic. Those turbos are Da Kine. You got me watching. Bob

Looks totally sweet Brett. I'm liking that color and it matches photos well. I hear ya bout the motor thing. Stress free? NEVER! HAHAHAHA Bob