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Sorry, I neglected to view your sig line. Mea culpa.

Okay, so you got that flamer out of the way and he knows your last name. Care to share it with your forum colleagues?

I understand trogdor's sincere concerns in his original post, and one reason I don't judge this harshly is that identity theft and malicious retaliations are not unheard of in this world, and many people are spooked. We've had some immature, flame-throwing arsonists on this forum, and I wouldn't put anything past them. Just sayin' that I understand these kinds of concerns, which are common today, and a few untrustworthy individuals have passed this way. HOWEVER, I think those people are probably too stupid to know how to mess with people like that, and chances are very small that any problems would occur. We would have heard about them by now if this forum contributed in any way to a problem. So I wholeheartedly agree that people should post their real names. Just to repeat something I said before: Put your name up front and stand behind it. And make your posts something that you can show without remorse to your family, your employer, and anyone else of significance.

Love it. Outstanding skill and ingenuity everywhere you look.

And did you see his signature line? [EDIT: Now deleted]

Prepping and painting the body can take days, depending on paint and building technique. Good to get a head start and work on other assemblies between paint and body steps.

Here's an example of a pattern that I recreated on the computer, using Quark XPress, for the racing plaid on 300 SL Gullwing seats (1:1 version in first image – picture is washed out and doesn't show the richness of color). It prints out nicely on thin fabric made for inkjet printers, available at craft stores (fabric may not be appropriate for scales under 1:16). The brackets at top left of the pattern indicate the proper number of squares for the seat back inserts (just measure the kit seats and print out to fit the scale of the model in question). I might add that this pattern prints out much lighter for me than it appears onscreen. Takes some experimenting to make sure it prints out the way you want.

If you need help with your Fox body, try this...

I don't understand the comments that say go by the issue number, not the month. It's a no-brainer to do both, which would be of value. Anyway, this is a terrific issue. Kudos to the intelligence behind the cover, which contrasts an ultra-sleek stock build with a superb example of post-apocalyptic grunge. My two cents on another topic: Yes, heavy paper stock adds to the importance and value of a magazine, but I think you could go to a lighter weight stock, self-cover, to save printing and mailing costs, and use the savings to go 100% color. And you guys do a great job on your color work.

Cool color here. And you may find this article of interest, discussing the new SLS "E-cell concept" electric drive version. http://www.ultimatecarpage.com/car/4165/Mercedes-Benz-SLS-AMG-E-Cell-Concept.html

The key here is appropriating the trademarks for commercial use. If you sell something with the trademarks and don't have licensing rights, that's a violation of copyright law. And don't even start with the idea that "it just gives free advertising to the company and helps the brand." Not a single copyright holder will agree to that train of thought. There are other considerations about using copyrighted material in general discussions on forums and blogs, and in most cases these will pass the test of "fair comment" that allows you to discuss and show certain kinds of material. Here's a quote and a link on that subject (I am reproducing a bit more material than is advisable; the key is that you cannot quote or reproduce copyrighted material in its entirety or in a major way): "Fair use is a concept that allows limited use of copyrighted material, generally for the purposes of criticism, education, satire, etc. And no the "education" umbrella doesn't allow you to use works in their entirety. There are no hard-and-fast guidelines as to where the line is drawn, but using a work in its entirety is never allowed, whether it's a four-line poem or a four-page article. Similarly, an entire chapter from a book would also be a copyright violation. You can use excerpts, but not "complete" anythings: chapters, articles, posts, poems, etc. You can see a quick summary of "fair use" at the U.S. Government Copyright Office or get more in-depth information at the Stanford Copyright & Fair Use Center. The Electronic Frontier Foundation provides some great legal resources for bloggers, including Bloggers' FAQ - Intellectual Property." That complete article can be viewed at http://ezinearticles.com/?Using-Copyrighted-Material-in-Blogs-and-Forums&id=103411 A lttle more analysis based on US Patent and Trademark Office guidelines: "Section 107 contains a list of the various purposes for which the reproduction of a particular work may be considered fair, such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Section 107 also sets out four factors to be considered in determining whether or not a particular use is fair: The purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes The nature of the copyrighted work The amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole The effect of the use upon the potential market for, or value of, the copyrighted work The distinction between fair use and infringement may be unclear and not easily defined. There is no specific number of words, lines, or notes that may safely be taken without permission."

Once again, can someone just clearly say what NNL actually stands for? I can't tell if the responses here are jokes. Just give an authoritative answer. Is it REALLY Nameless National Luminaries? If so, not a particularly prestigious name.

Personally, I find it to be one of the most beautiful cars ever made. The pictures I posted were of a rebuilt version with a totally new body. The picture below is of the Lauren car (which, I believe, was owned earlier by Phil Hill), with a very cool exhaust cover at the frame rail.

A small point but one I think should be considered more thoughtfully. A name isn't just a label. It's all about YOU. In the Ten Commandments, it is stated that you shouldn't take God's name in vain. In those days, (and when you think about, also today), the word, "Name" also means "reputation." Or, in essence, who you are as a person. Think of it as an avatar for who you really are. » Name: The Hebrew root denotes something high or elevated, a monument implying majesty or excellence. It is an outstanding mark, sign, or reputation. Thus "name" is a word by which a person, place, or thing is distinctively known. A name identifies, signifies, and specifies. Read more: http://www.bibletools.org/index.cfm/fuseaction/Topical.show/RTD/cgg/ID/8258/Name-as-Bearers-Reputation.htm#ixzz0tggoWR75 When you put your name on this forum, you need to stand behind who you are, and take responsibility for your actions and, therefore, reputation. Would you be proud to have your posts on this forum seen by your family, your friends, your employer and significant others? [by the way, I am not a religious person, but I bring this forward as thought for your consideration.]

For those who are interested in building vintage/classic, exotics and other types of collector cars, including just a few muscle cars, I have found the following sites to be immensely valuable over the years. Most of them have very large galleries of individual cars: www.theautocollections.com http://www.autosalon-singen.de/en/ http://www.fantasyjunction.com/ The ultimate Ferrari visual reference site (check both current inventory and sold cars): http://www.ferraris-online.com/ I know of some other outstanding sites, many of them marque-specific, so reply to this or PM me for more information.

If you want a classic Bugatti kit, you're pretty much stuck with the T35 as a smaller-scale race car. Of course, there are options like the 1/16 Royale, 1/18 Bburago kits, and there's a very nice T35 made by Monogram in 1/25. Revival makes nice ones in 1/20 – here's a metal T35 kit: http://cgi.ebay.com/3B-Bugatti-35-Targa-Florio1-20-Metal-Model-Car-Kit-/290453483410?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43a0606f92 Others here: http://toys.shop.ebay.com/i.html?_nkw=bugatti&_sacat=2580&_sop=10&_odkw=1%2F16&_osacat=2580&_trksid=p3286.c0.m270.l1313 Surprisingly, the 1:18 Bburago metal kits are pretty nice though the wire wheel versions could use better wheels.

There are no 1:8 kits of the T37 (or anything close in that scale), but for $8,500, the following handbuilt 1:8 can be yours. http://www.fineartmodels.com/pages/product.asp?content_area=3&sub_area=13&product_area=105 If you're looking for reference, here's a start on learning about all things Bugatti: http://www.bugattipage.com/

It's really hard to find photography that accurately reproduces body color, but these two shots, with different exposures, are reasonably authentic regarding classic Alfa red. http://www.fantasyjunction.com/cars/865-Alfa%20Romeo-6C%202500%20SS%20Mille%20Miglia%20Corsa-2.5%20%20Litre%20DOHC%206%20Cylinder

When you get around to it, please show us the results of your carpet application.

Mercedes acknowledged that the video was for fun and used CG techniques. Beautifully produced.

riverrun... This is on a par with James Joyce's "Finnegans Wake," (though not a masterpiece of forum writing) which has been described by reviewers as one of the most difficult reads in the English language (Finnegans Wake opens and ends with the same words "riverrun, past Eve and Adam's, from swerve of shore to bend of bay, brings us by a commodius vicus of recirculation back to Howth Castle and Environs." This is kind of like that. Not trying to dazzle anyone with my limited erudition, but can we just try to add some punctuation and break things into sentences so we know what in the world you're talking about? I can hardly imagine what Joyce's writing would have been like if he had ever had to deal with text messaging I have a feeling my comment may be about as understandable as the post I'm quoting. ..riverrun.

"The 'Engine Build Experience' is a $5,800 option on Corvette Z06 and ZR1 cars. Both are ultra-high-performance versions of the Corvette with engines that are hand-assembled at a plant in Wixom, Mich., near GM's Detroit headquarters. Customers who pay for the privilege will be invited to come to Wixom to assemble the engine for their car under the guidance of GM technicians." http://money.cnn.com/2010/07/12/autos/corvette_engine_build/index.htm?hpt=T2

Am I the first? Am I the first? Am I the first?

Just got feedback from Fred at Fotocut: "Yep, still doing the custom work.Camera-ready should be OK. Details on request of course. Or, if they digital files(vector!), I have a server who can make really nice films from those. Preferred program is CorelDraw11. No cheapies(TurboCad in mind here, for example - I think Google has one too but these should be avoided), as they usually don't work well - or at all. Others known to work well are CAD, AutoCAD, Illustrator, etc. All are pricey, but older versions can be had cheaply at places like eBay and should work just fine - this artwork is quite simple - one or two layers in B & W is all. Probably more than you wanted to know, I s'pose."

Try Fred Hultberg at Fotocut. I haven't talked with him in about 5 years, but he used to do custom work. oletcherfred@yahoo.com FOTOCUT 315-662-3356 F. Hultberg Box 120 Erieville, NY 13061 (Photo etching from your camera ready copy) He was highly recommended to me by Stephane Pedaggi at Scale Details.