Oldboychas

Hi Dave, Welcome to the circus. It gets to be a three ring extravaganza at times, but it's all fun!! I've lerned more about model building in the short time I've been here than I ever thought possible! (Now if they can teach me to spell....WOW ) Don't miss the Real or Model section. Harry tries to bust our stones every week- you'll love it ! Later, Charlie Bower

Nick, Good to see that you found the motivation to keep going. Irealy like the suicide door hinges!! Watching your build got me to thinking......So I went on the bay and picked up a Willys myself. I'll start it after I finish the '51 Anglia that's on my bench now. (Liked the bike, enjoy it before the snow flies.) Later, Charlie Bower P.S. If I ever get a camra, I'll post some pics.

Bill, Thanks for the info about the chamois......A book? Put me down for an autographed copy ! Have a good one, Charlie

Geeezzzz Harry, As far as I can see, the rear inner roof line doesn't quite match up. There is no front roof support on the drivers side. I don't see a shadow from the light post. Lastly,the tires are dirty but the rims shine like a diamond........What's up with that? Sooo, I vote model I think I hope I guess I don't know Oh ######, I give up................... Have a good one, Charlie

WOW, the attention to detail and clean workmanship make this asphault spanker a real standout model !!!!! Keep them coming, I'm loving it..... Beautiful work, Charlie Bower

What the.........? It's strange, and I realy like it ! Keep us posted on your progress. Charlie

Bill, Sorry to hear about the tendon injury. I wish you luck with your recovery. I have one quick question to ask you sir- Do you wet the chamois before rubbing off the wax? Thanks again for a great and informative tutoral!! oldboychas (Charlie Bower)

WOW, that realy takes me back to the day! BEAUTIFUL PAINT....Sure makes me wish that my hands worked a little better. Charlie

Hi Harry, It looks too good to be a model. Soooo, this week I say real. ( I'm still limping from last week's visual but-kick......OUCH ) Charlie

I like the Targa. It's just easier on my eyes... Charlie Bower

I'm thinking a very well built large scale model. Charlie Bower

OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOH YEAH....FLAMES!!!!!!! oldboychas

Nick, What did you use to paint the chassis? It looks very sharp and adds a lot of contrast to the build. Keep up the good work, I'm enjoying seeing it come together for you. oldboychas (Charlie Bower)

Amazing work! My hat's off to you...............I'd like to see the time slips once it's dialed in. oldboychas (Charlie Bower)

looks good from way back here...

Hi. I'm just getting back into building after almost 45 years. (Got my first model 1/2 done on the bench now. A revell 51 Anglia) The idea of meeting fellow modelers and seeing some of their work is interesting. Any info on dates,times and locations will be appreciated! Still trying to get my fingers unglued... oldboychas (charlie Bower) Johnstown,Pa.

Donn and Terry, Thanks for the LHS info. I'll try to make it to one of the shops on my next few trips to "Da Burg". Yuns have bin helpful. If I can return the favor, just let me know. Still trying to get my fingers unglued. oldboychas (Charlie Bower) GO STEELERS !!!!!!!!!!!

Kurt, Thanks for the info. That sure beats driving around Pgh.....That place can get crazy! If I can ever repay the favor, just let me know. Charlie

Hi. This post is directed to all the western Pa. modelers. I'm lookingfor a goog LHS that has detailing supplies, diferent glues and all that kind of stuff. I live in Johnstown and get to Pgh. every two to three mos. Is it worth the detour or should I just order online......All we have here is a Michaels and it sucks!!! THANKS, Still trying to get my fingers unglued. oldboychas (Charlie Bower)

2X what George said.....That was the best model that I ever built back in the 60's and am looking forward to doing another one some day. Keep us posted on your progess! Still trying to get my fingers unglued. oldboychas (Charlie Bower)

When I got out of the Navy I was lucky enough to get a job as a machinest with U.S.Steel......That shop closed in 81. I did whatever for a couple of years then got a job as an operator/mechanic in a power plant. I'm still doing it (leave in45 mins for a 4 to 12 shift ! ) Sure is something to see people from so many intrests and talents on this site,I realy enjoy it. Have a great day and don't glue your fingers together (Oops, I broke that rule thismorning.....) oldboychas (Charlie Bower )

The hole punches work great if you use a semihard piece of wood under it for a crisp clean cut to the material. oldboychas (Charlie Bower)

Jody and Bill, Thanks for the info, I'm going to order some BMF later today and try it! Bill, where is Steelton? I live in Johnstown ( The closest thing to a hobby shop around here is Michael's....What a bummer)

Jim, Darned if I know.......It was just a thought. Later, Oldboychas (Charlie)