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You may get more help and information at scalemotorcars.com, which is pretty much the go-to place for large scale cars. If you're not already registered there, you'll need to do so to post a thread. http://www.scalemotorcars.com/forum/large-scale-cars/
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looking for info on a streetrod model
sjordan2 replied to gray07's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
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I love Scrapple. Especially when I put a 10-point Z on a triple word score.
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Working Shock Absorbers?
sjordan2 replied to vintagestang's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
And that's a tutorial by Alex Kustov. I'm guessing he used spare, unprepped parts to demonstrate how it fits. -
Somehow, my response to this disappeared from the thread, so here it is again... I totally agree that this should be featured in the magazine because it's been needed for a very long time. I would add that it could be part of a feature or series on assembling other photoetched parts, such as windshield wipers and piano hinges, etc.
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Filling holes on a body I don't want to paint
sjordan2 replied to sjordan2's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
You may have been thinking of the Monogram 540K Cabriolet and, yes, that metallic body would have to be painted if there were any detail work like I'm thinking of. In fact, while there may be exceptions, I have yet to see a plastic body molded in metallic that didn't have some consistency problems like swirls, such as the Chrysler Atlantic. -
Filling holes on a body I don't want to paint
sjordan2 replied to sjordan2's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
The original molded plastic color (burgundy/maroon, which shouldn't show mini repairs on these tiny holes too badly), is exactly the way I want it, and there are no swirls or visible sink marks or mold seams to deal with. There are so many compound curves, panel lines and louvers that I'm afraid my painting skills at 1/25 won't give me the results I want. I would prefer not to clear coat it because just a little polish gives it a very correct period look. I'll paint the underside parts of the body (including head liner) to avoid light show-through and create a little bit more of a feeling of density. But I think there are some very good suggestions here. I appreciate them and I'll experiment with them. -
For me, I don't need more Hudson coverage. Alex's part II of the Ferrari 275 GTB build is worth the price of admission if there were nothing else inside. But man, that Model T article - thorough, but you need to go online to see the scope of his achievement. One note: I might add that Andy Smith's online tutorial on assembling Model Factory Hiro photoetched wire wheels fills a gap that has been missing and needed for a very long time. I agree with MikeMc on recommending this for a magazine feature. I think this could be extended to a whole series on the best ways to assemble common photoetched aftermarket parts such as windshield wipers and hinges. http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=52976
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Of course! If you want to make the doors open and close, you can do it yourself.
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I have a Mercedes 500K coupe kit that has perfect body color and finish as molded. I don't want to paint the exterior, though I will paint the undersides of the body. This kit has holes for mounting mirrors and spotlights on the cowling (because it's adapted from the roadster kit), which don't exist on the coupe. Any experienced suggestions on invisibly filling the holes without compromising the molded body color? Obviously, sanding will be a problem.
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Marcos, you're a master even when you step out of your comfort zone. Have you ever built a stock vintage classic, like a Rolls or Duesenberg? I'd love to see one.
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Futurabat...why did you revive this 5-year-old thread?
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I thought you guys should know...
sjordan2 replied to JollySipper's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
Welcome to the forum. I would just encourage you to make your topic titles more specific and informative. This one doesn't let us know what you're talking about. -
Very nice work on the aluminum trim. My brother had a '59 MGA with sliding plexi side curtains like that, which were quite handy.
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To build or not, that is the question.
sjordan2 replied to Greg Myers's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
I pretty much fall into this category. It starts with buying two of each kit in case I mess up. Then, I spend a huge amount of time doing the research, some of which, such as the Mercedes Gullwing and Jag E-Type, fills 3-4 CD-ROMS each. Without actually getting around to finishing a build, this is essentially my joy in the hobby. When I need to auction my stash down the road, including that research material might be helpful in getting more for a kit, but no guarantees. And I occasionally buy extra kits of the same cars when I see a deal. But unless you're pretty sure what a rare kit is worth, I can't think of a more unreliable investment than collecting model kits to sell later. You've probably seen the 1/16 MPC General Lee kits plummet in asking prices on eBay after the reissue came out. -
EYE-POPPING & MILLIONS OF DOLLARS LATER
sjordan2 replied to Dr. Cranky's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
OOPS. The link I posted above is for an entirely different attraction, a miniature city in Holland. But equally as impressive. -
EYE-POPPING & MILLIONS OF DOLLARS LATER
sjordan2 replied to Dr. Cranky's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
I just came across more information on this and I thought you might find some of these images pretty amazing. http://www.scalemotorcars.com/forum/general-discussion/21686-real-model-4.html -
The Future of the supercar.
sjordan2 replied to Darin Bastedo's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
I think speed will be a minor aspect of future supercars. Just as racing programs, for generations, have developed technology that filtered down to today's mundane road cars, gee-whiz supercar technological improvements will benefit the automotive industry overall with innovations that can be applied to passenger cars.