David G.

Anything worth doing is worth overdoing! If you want flasy, go with a gold block and chrome tin for the engine. For the gold you could use the same color as the chassis or, better yet, use metalizer for that anodized look. I'm not a big low rider fan, but if you're going over the top, might as well go all the way! David G.

Yes! You could use either a clear strip of acetate or a bent piece of clear sprue as an armature to support the caulk. I've used this method to create water falls on a model railroad and it works very well. Water tends to fall over a water falls in broad sheets, strip-like streams and ribbons, so acetate works well as a foundation for that kind of effect. Obtaining the round stream that a fire hydrant would create may be a bit of a challenge, but it should be workable. As I mentioned earlier, a piece of clear sprue would likely work better than a flat strip of acetate. David G.

Hmmm... Four builds means I'll need to buy four kits..... to start with. I really hope this kit doesn't fade before release like some others have. David G.

To quote the old song... "C is for C-Cab, that's good enough for me... C-Cab, C-Cab, C-Cab starts with C!" I've been watching this for a while now. You've got a very cool project going with this one, Cookie makes it just that much cooler. David G.

I'm not a Ford, Chevy, Dodge or any other type of guy. I'm a car guy, I like just about anything from 1973 on back. David G.

That thing is just a little frightening... and very cool! Please tell me though, what is "true fire"? Is it paint or decals? David G.

But, aren't War, Famine and Pestilence just other forms of Death? David G.

Yes, I remember, there's no shame coming in behind one like that! I'm glad to have not been one of the judges. David G.

Impressive progress! I can't wait to see it painted. David G.

Somebody'd better tell that guy that a hairdryer is no match for a Chevy pickup! Excellent work, you really nailed the feel of the art work. David G.

To simulate dirt, I use earthtone pastels and just brush them on with a dry brush. There should be no shiney surfaces, with the possible exception of chrome. If you use dullcoat, use it before the pastells, as it tends to make them vanish. To simulate duct tape, you can color strips of masking tape with a silver Sharpie then cut the tape to an apropriate size and apply as desired. You can also find or make some rubbish to place inside as well. Here are a couple of examples from my builds: Hope this helps, David G.

Marty, it was good to see you too, I'm glad you enjoyed the Chevy, thanks. David G.

You could've saved more if you were there... Based on retail/ebay prices, I must have saved at least $50 or $60 on the kits I picked up! David G.

That is one cool little garage. Also, neat concept, treating models as... models. Very Cool! David G.

Congratulations on your win at DSC 7. After seeing your dio in person, I have to say that the pictures just don't do it justice. David G.

Thank you to Cactus Car Modelers and their many sponsors for hosting another great model car show and swap meet. I had a great time looking at all the entries and even entered five builds myself. My first time participating in a real model car contest. I didn't take home any awards, but I did win a kit in the raffle and had a great time chatting with other modelers. I also found a few kits I've been looking for. The 71 Charger is the kit I won in the raffle. Thanks again for another great model car event! David G.

Wow! That is a lot of work, and well done too! David G.

Nice looking build and very clever photography!

Each update is more impressive than the last. I've often dreampt of doing a build like this. David G.

I'll be there, I'm even going to enter a few builds this year! David G.

Impressive on every level! David G.

Very cool build! I love the concept and the excellent engine detail. I can't wait to see it in person at the Desret Scale Classic today! David G.

That's one pretty build. A good candidate for the real or model contest... if we hadn't already seen it! David G.

I'm thinking about entering a few models in the contest this year, but I can't stay all day. What time does the judging usually happen? David G.

The work related sites I need to use only support Explorer, and I'm not inclined to use multiple browsers. Explorer's not all that bad, it's just annoying sometimes. David G. I'll try that. Thanks for the tip! David G.