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Go to Facebook and look for Chuck's Vintage decals. Here's a link:https://www.facebook.com/groups/257487470322691/media
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Ford C100 Group C Chassis #4
iBorg replied to Dave B's topic in Other Racing: Road Racing, Salt Flat Racers
As a curbside it is impressive......then you show a picture of the rear deck off. Very impressive. -
photo etched garage accessories for 1/64 scale
iBorg replied to PHPaul's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
Look at model railroad stuff. I'd suggest Walters.com as a starting point. -
Impressive. I've got both kits but never thought of this conversion. I look forward to seeing this one finished.
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And the top of the radiator and the radiator cap.
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New trigger-style airbrush - suggestions?
iBorg replied to atomicholiday's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
The best painter I know loves his swallowtail. -
Amazing work. Sorry can't even think of anything else to say.....amazing.
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There appears to be some buzz that Ford might bring back the Pinto nameplate. Some of the info online isn't believable while this video does look possible. This looks like an updated late model Escort. Maybe Ford would rather bring back the Pinto name to go along with their other horse names (Bronco, Maverick and Mustang) for a new model release. If so, maybe they don't want a Poison Pinto on the shelves. Here's a link to a video that might be real.
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Model Car Display for Show NOT Diarama
iBorg replied to Ralphie's topic in Tips, Tricks, and Tutorials
I think Steve is right. Is the display part of an overall model or is it a distraction. For example I built the Bates mansion from Psycho. The base was built to match outside still shots from the first movie. The base is part of the model. I've seen other models where it seems like the base is trying to distract you from deficits of the model. Of course that can be a good thing. At a contest a person had a really nicely built GT40. the builder asked why it seemed to get ignored then the discussion came around to the left side door being opened (driver sits on the right. The judge suggested he get a mechanic filter to be looking into the car. The mechanic would be a distraction from the non driver's side door being opened. -
1/12 Tamiya Williams FW14B
iBorg replied to okazaki0511's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
Models like this show the possibilities in larger scale. I keep on wondering why I play around with 1/25th when such masterpieces can be obtained by builders better than I in the larger scale. -
65 Altered Wheelbase Dodge - Sneak Peek
iBorg replied to Altered Ego's topic in WIP: Drag Racing Models
Where did you get the decals for the Mr. Norm car? -
I've never seen this kit before. I'll be interested to see how it builds up.
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full detail 1/16th Gordie Bonin BubbleUp Trans Am Funnycar
iBorg replied to Ian McLaren's topic in WIP: Drag Racing Models
Looks great! One feature I'm seeing is the body hinges. Great job,- 190 replies
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I think Mark is right on several accounts. The Green Elephant Vega sold more for people who were happy to have a 1/16 kit available. I think either would had sold well but both would not. I think the Grand Am will also have poor sales. Nothing against the Grand Am, but there were so few of that body raced that there's not many options except variations of Mickey Thomson cars. I think a Cuda or Mustang would be great sellers. Of course, those need kitted up. The charger would be better than either the Grand Am or the second Vega but not be a huge seller. As for tires, I don't think either Revell or Atlantis have scaled those correctly.
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Or you realize its not worth and a great product leaves the market.
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I totally agree. The promo market is graying. Those cars are all from 50 years ago. They're like a lot of hobby items, the hobby ages out and the value plummets. I think now you have good value there. I didn't see a car that I think would bring less than a $100. Don't flood the market. Sell two or three at a time but unless they have value to you, sell now. I say this as I'm trying to help my Mom (93) downsize. Her Hummel collection will sell for pennies on the dollar or less. My Father's HO trains will clutter my garage until I find someone who I can almost give them to. Both are hobbies that have grayed out.
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One of the huge problems with the Alps line was that the computer requirements were beyond most computers. Now, that wouldn't be a problem. I alsways thought something like it would be released for the scrapbooking market. Instead of a printer, they got a plotter/die cutter.
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Looks great!!! There's so much to like here its hard to know what to comment on. Is there any stock parts in this build?
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Great work.....how did you make the radiator cut out?
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MPC Datsun Lil hustler
iBorg replied to Hondamatic's topic in Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Nice build on a kit with terrible fit. Mine is in the box when I couldn't figure out how to get the front end to fit. Your is much bette than I achieved. -
Lister Knobbly Jaguar 1/24 scratchbuild
iBorg replied to kensar's topic in Other Racing: Road Racing, Salt Flat Racers
That would do Michael Quarterman proud. Wonderful build. -
Knowing the history of that mold, that's amazing.
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Great work....I've tried to open the Johan Maverick grill before. I've also ruined the Maverick grill before.