
berr13
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Clear Coat over Powerslide decals?
berr13 replied to mopargreg's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
I used Tamiya clear on a '57 Chevy Black Widow with Power Slide decals, with no problems. I don't know if it's relevant or not, but I used Micro Sol and Micro Set in applying the decals. -
Vintage Firestone Pie-Crust Slicks?
berr13 replied to Snake45's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
Scenes Unlimited used to reproduce the wider version, but he told me he quit making them because they didn't sell. I bought what he had left unsold, and I'm working my way through them on various projects. I'd like to see them return. -
Looks great!!
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Nice job...that looks great! The wheel detail really makes it stand out!
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What’s your most and least favourite task?
berr13 replied to NOBLNG's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
My favorite task it putting the completed model in a display case, and admiring what I've created. I really enjoy the finished product. Windows and BMF are tasks I enjoy the least. -
I just finished a "tribute" build for the little old lady, and it looks exactly like that. I used the Lindberg '64 Dodge in a bright Tamiya red. I did fudge a bit, though, and gave the old lady a street exhaust, Cragars, and I broke down and gave her a radio (added some knobs to the delete plate and called it good). Oh, and pie crust cheater slicks, too. She was, after all, the terror of Colorado Boulevard!
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1955 Chevy--Day 2 Add Ons
berr13 replied to stavanzer's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
An owner interested in straight line performance might have invested in a set of Traction Master traction bars. The company dates from the 50s, but I don't know what year. I had a set on my '55 hardtop, but that was in '65. ? -
Can anyone recommend brush paint, enamel or acrylic, that's close to Petty blue? Or, even better, close to Tamiya TS-23 Light Blue? TIA!
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Made a random trip to Hobby Lobby today with my girlfriend, and found a Revell '67 Nickey Camaro reduced to $9.95. It came home with me!
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I hadn't considered that idea, and I guess it is a possibility. In the photos I've seen of the cars, it's readily apparent that the graphics were applied over the moldings, and I'd like to replicate that feature on the model, I think. Also, since several posts have suggested that clear over BMF hasn't been a problem for them, I'm thinking I should be alright, too. I will experiment first, though. I've got the car painted and drying, and I'm eager to get to work on it!
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I'm going to guess the bottom one, too, but I wouldn't bet money on it! Mostly I'm looking at the models and appreciating the workmanship. Excellent builds!
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Thanks, guys. I'm building a Milne Brothers '64 Plymouth SS car. Their cars were painted in Petty blue, and they added a large "Milne Brothers" on the side, over the chrome side molding. So I figure for authenticity's sake I'll need to do the same thing, and then I'd like to seal the decals with a coat of Testors lacquer clear. Sounds like there's agreement that the clear won't damage the foil, but just to be on the safe side I'll test it first. Thanks to everyone for the advice!
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Okay, what's the consensus on applying lacquer gloss clear over Bare-Metal foil? I've got a project (a '64 Plymouth Super Stock) that requires the decals going over the chrome trim, and I'd like to clear the body after foil and decals. Any advice on how lacquer clear affects the foil? Thanks
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Maybe only two, but both are works of art. Congratulations on a pair of magnificent builds!
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Thinking of starting the Revell '57 Chevy and Ford NASCAR versions, and I had a question. Did cars in those days run some sort of headers? Any responses welcome, and thanks!
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This is just an idle question...I don't have the kits at hand to figure it out for myself Has anyone ever used the more detailed Revell 1962 Impala chassis with the less detailed 1963 Impala? Will it work? Problems? I'm thinking this would be a great way to create a more detailed 1963 Super Stock racer. Thanks
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Fourteen builds in a bottle!
berr13 replied to shoopdog's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
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If you want to go really big, a company called SOL Model is coming out with a resin 1/16 scale Willys MB jeep. It will include resin and photo etch parts, and according to the company, it'll be out in October.
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sits just right, too!
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Removing polish compound from the crevices
berr13 replied to Funkychiken's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
Business cards work for me, when it happens. I also use Novus, and it rarely cakes in grooves. -
Thanks, guys--that confirms what I thought, and it's good to know for sure. Very much appreciated!
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That does help. So that means that 265 V8s could have either system, depending on what year they were produced?
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Got a couple of engine questions: First, what exactly is the Cadillac engine in the Revell Mercury kits? How many cubic inches? And also, what color would be correct? Dark blue, or gold as the instructions call for? Second, when did Chevrolet quit using the by-pass oil filter system on the 265 V8? I know it was introduced with the 1955 V8s, but when was it discontinued in favor of the block-connected filter system? Just thought I'd ask the smartest bunch of car modelers I know....
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Nice job--great color, and as mentioned above, the wheels are a great look. I also really like how you did the vent windows. They look so much better with the rubber simulated...I'll have to remember that when I build mine. Excellent!!