greenday

Awesome work, even before I knew the story behind it I thought it was well made, and quite humorous. Warms my heart to see hear something like that.

Thanks guys! I got the chassis most of the way assembled...this is slow going and I only do a little at a time so I can really enjoy it... More updates to come!

Well guys let me start by saying I got this kit for xmas and I really haven't enjoyed it until now. Lack of proper materials and impatience pretty well ruined any attempt to make the model actually look halfway decent. So, one rainy day I get it off the shelf and get out my modeling supplies...Long story short I decide to go with the weathered look which is great on a big truck, because they really do get beat up...So this is what I have so far. Yes I know I am missing a wiper...cant seem to find it which irritates me... http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs539.ash1/31586_1285983755274_1400565164_30696173_7869101_n.jpg Interior needs more work to look right...kind of looks rushed right now. (thinking I might add some trash and etc.) Really pleased with this as a whole. Studied a broken window carefully and also made dents with soldering iron/pencil. http://hphotos-sjc1.fbcdn.net/hs579.snc3/31586_1285983875277_1400565164_30696175_6734788_n.jpg This could also use some more effort. So what do you think?

fantastic model, love the color. you don't see a lot of trucks like this...and are those thrush glasspacks I see?

Man I just love the old Novas. That is an awesome build man, definitely can tell you took your time, awesome color, the blue on blue interior looks great as well. Sweet.

Those are some cool builds, I especially like the two mustangs. If you don't mind my asking, how do you get your paint so smooth and shiny? I can't seem to get the same results.

I agree. I used to do a lot of brushing until one day I just tryed spraying it. It makes for a more uniform appearance, plus you can work faster since spray, (for me anyways) dries faster.

thats as slick as a ribbon! seriously, pretty cool, I like that body style of truck, and you did an excellent job on it, especially the dually bed...had you not told me I would have assumed it was kit stock...simply awesome!

I got this Ram in a trade for some parts and I have to say I am very pleased with it. It built up nicely, had no defects, and I enjoyed building it. I think it could have used a bit more engine compartment detail, but thats about it. I couldn't get the grill correct, so I just blacked it out entirely. I'm satisfied with it overall. It's going to match my Charger. I hope to have a whole slew of orange performance dodges, so if you have any dodge model kits you'd like to sell/trade, please notify me.

Hey guys, I picked up this Revell-Monogram '69 Charger at a local flea market for $5. It was partitally assembled, (poorly) but I think I made a pretty good turnaround. It is built as the "Drag" version which consists of a Hemi 426, eleminated back seat, roll cage w/ fire extinguisher, drag slicks/rims, lifted rear suspension, and etc. The front lower valance is missing because I could not for the life of me install it. Some parts were missing but I'm satisfied. I painted it to match my Dodge Ram VTS, and I have plans on filling up a shelf with nothing but orange perfomance dodges. (If anyone has any Stealths, Daytonas, Vipers, Coronets, or ect. that they'd like to sell/trade, notify me) This kit is similar to the Revell "Special Edition" kit I believe as that newer kit has more options and includes two engines, a stand, extra parts, etc. that make it similar to this one. Anyway, on to pics. Thanks!

Exactly. cool techniques, I use a soldering iron, but I think your way is better, I'll have to try it.

That is a very nice Camaro, you really can't tell the difference in the windows, had I not read that I wouldn't have known. The filled in T-Tops look unique. The dents look pretty cool, very convincing. I like it, very neat car!

Thats a good idea, I have noticed that too, on carbureted (sp) vehichles as well. Couple outdoor pics: (Pics taken before I read your post)

Thanks guys. I appreciate the kind words, I know this isn't anywhere near as nice as some of the models around here, so it really says something for the members, (and this site) to be just as kind as you would on a newbie's models as you would a pro's. So, fo that I have to say thanks. I want to add a little more detail, do you all have any suggestions?

Thank ya! I spent like $20 on the kit and some paint at Michaels...might as well not let it sit there. I also lost a wheel, a window pane, etc. I think I might add some more detail/weathering tommorow..might have to break out the soldering iron and make a reason for it to be in the 'yard...hehe.

After I dropped my Monte Carlo, I figured I should do something with it, so today I gave it a coat of flat black, did some weathering, and did what I could with the remains. I did this pretty quickly, so it is far from perfect, but I think it looks cool. I think it needs a dio though. Before: After a couple years in the local junkyard: I need to at least get some outdoor pics in better light, my bedroom is dim so it makes the pictures grainy.

I agree, a bit thick, and some detail lost, but it looks very good. The lines that are blurred look intentional, and the whole car has a cool glossed over look...might have to try this technique. Hope you enjoy dusting your interior w/o windows! Hah..very cool though.

Very interesting paint work, I like the metallic specks. Wheels look classic, very nice, you can tell a lot of work was put into it. Cool! But why no windows?

Thats a nice Skyline, lots of good details. Paint looks smooth, I like the vinyl graphics. But why no windows?

Thanks everyone! I know it isn't a 1965. I looked everywhere to find out, but the one year I didn't try was 1964. Then I found the model package and sure enough, '64. I prefer the others myself though, I like vertical lights better than the horizontal. Also, I made sure to get a couple photos before he took it for a spin...the roads he travels on and the way he drives just isn't very easy on those old cars....hehe

Yeah, paitence is crucial on models. I am learning, but slowly. Unfortunately last night while I was going for a couple quick photos, I dropped it. It was possibly the most spectacular explosion of a model car I have ever seen, which, while very cool was very depressing. However, now I have a second chance to re-do it and fix my mistakes! (Everything amazingly came apart cleanly!)

Hmm...thats weird. Perhaps a foul-up on the kits? Anyway, thanks!

thanks, that technique is great when you want a tough looking vehicle but with a bit of shine...not too much, not too little. plus, flat paint lays down easier I think.

Thanks! The red one is an R/C, the yellow, a static model. Of course in the R/C the motors and servos are for driving the car, which was hard because of the plastic model tires. (I no longer have either, unfortunately)

Hello everyone, this a kit I finished a little while back: This model was a Revell "California Wheels" series kit, so it had a few extras that I think snazz the car up a bit. It went together well and I am very satisfied with the results, and I think it is one of my better models. Also pictured is my XMOD conv. (I bought two kits) Thanks! stw