Dragline

It is indeed fun to go out of a comfort zone a bit. But I think I am more comfortable than I thought. I really enjoyed this build and I think it shows.

Built this last year. Wooden box from the dollar store turned upside down with a few burnouts on it. Kit is bone stock. I used my figure painting knowledge to give Ed his look. This is a blast from the past. I added a couple of shots with the Rodfather next to Ed. I thought for sure the car portion would be smaller, but nope it's a 1/25 scale car he is in.

Now if they could just find the molds for the last one. So we'll done El Maestro, as always

OOB build. It's been a while since I have posted. I am a Warhammer painter and player these days, so it takes a lot of my time and money.

Been a while since I've been here but I was just perusing Modelroundup and noticed the old AMT Mopower AA/FC was on the coming soon page. With a Donovan and unique chassis I would say this is a long awaited kit. Thoughts?

Snake was an original. I am just learning of his journey and will say his presence will be sorely missed. Ever sober and always honest. The way anyone who has integrity should conduct themselves. Model on Snake...

Just learning of Snake passing. He was a valued member and always had an opinion, which I prefer over ambivalence. We are lessened by his absence.

Just, WOW...

Makes it feel like 1986 was yesterday I will always love this body style. Very nice build.

Beautiful car and build.

Very nice indeed Sir.

Dude, I can smell the fuel burning. What a build!

The evidence seems fairly clear. It makes parts chrome and in a very scale way. I think durability is only a minor issue, but it is important that it can endure some minor handling and stay as bright as when first shot. Other than the entrance fee it is a promising product.

You would be correct. Not the shine since that is clear here. But it is delicate to say the least.

I spray Alclad and Spazz Stix over light gray gloss enamel with excellent results. The issue is always handling. Keep it to a minimum and it's good. This hat and valve covers are Spazz Stix.

Seriously cool. Nice paint and details. I have the red car box, I need to break it out some day.

A couple of classics. They look good

Donaldson has always been a nice change from the others. You are a kindred spirit no doubt. Keep reading.

Thank you both, I appreciate the kind words.

The last couple before it is done.

They all make it here eventually. Thanks for looking.

Some progress.

As I dig through my rather vast stash for something to inspire I often run across either stalled projects or bodies painted when conditions we ripe for later building. These are an example of both by coincidence. The 55 convertible was stalled for reasons that escape me and the Shelby I recall was painted, decaled and polished for building when conditions were not as favorable. Living in the North East as I do requires some planning for the winter months. While I do own an airbrush and booth, it was not always thus. So I must make a choice between the two and I believe I will go with the 07 Shelby. It has far more work ahead and I am also rather pleased with how it turned out. The clear coat added a tint to the white stripes during it's tenure in the box on the shelf and is pleasant to my eye. So Shelby it is. Work begins this afternoon.

Lovely old bird. Vegas anyone?

"Radical" might tend to understate just how custom this truly is. Like many I was not expecting a minus number of wheels to start, not to mention the rest. Your vision is certainly one far afield from anything most might conjour. "Radical" indeed.