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OK you monster-lovers; get to work: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J._G._Parry-Thomas https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Babs.jpg And there's plenty more like this around. Dr Archive, care to inspire the boys??

Top on-it's harder.

Nothing worse than a 'closet' Pocherphile...

Hee-hee-he... there's a method to my madness!

Makes sense-thanks Frank.

Just beautiful. I don't understand after stripping the whole car, why they left the fender braces on?? And 100MPH without even a strap across your waist-sheesh. As an aside to this, one of you guys have GOT to start building the early, aero-engined LSR cars. true monsters on wheels. You know, Pendine Sands cars...

Sounds nice. Can't you pick this up again on a part-time basis?? I know the brass is your priority. And if your bench is loaded (as mine is!) I understand...

I meant which will you finish them with?

Nice discs Harry. Alclad, body color or model plating?

Glad you admitted that-tells me I'm on the right track! And you'll see that on mine-when it's nestled in the glass case I have to make with the mirrored floor!

Harry-we're all good! You're a top shelf builder and I'm trying to be. And yes I was gonna do that trans case from the git-go and still am. Not nuts about that junk fan and a few other parts but those are somewhat visible. That crazy Jordan has got me planning a wool headliner! It just bothers me looking like a Tonka Toy. Having built a 1:1, I know intimately what will show and won't. I'd be embarrassed to show you the powder-coated brackets and such on the car that only I took apart and know where they are. Or the anodized rockers and ARP black ano bolts. And on and on... Believe me it's not just you. It's a wonderful curse several of us share like Frank and Rick too.

HARRY! I need moral support-not news that I wasted my time!!!! In this case, I had flaws on the frame tops right where the hood opening exposes them. Not any more as, Rick said. Good 'ole Bondo works a charm, Dries quick, sands to a feather. Plus I'm addicted to the (probably life-threatening) smell... And yes, me too on effort where it shows. Been studying the Koo notes about alignment of those panels and will kill myself to get them right. I've seen countless pics of finished Sedancas which are otherwise beautifully done but for those JARRING rad / hood / cowl mis-fits and also the body sitting wrong at the wheel openings. Not on mine no matter what it takes. If you guys don't die of boredom by then, you can judge whether I got it right or not. Just be gentle with me... On these points, my opinion does not vary from yours.

When working on a long, drawn-out project like this, I get a psychological boost seeing the main frame all in primer. After thorough dry, mock-up again and a rub with 600 grit:

Senility is a bad thing-I forgot all about the old tissue and dope. I've built a ton of flying RC planes that way-then graduated to 3/4 oz. glass cloth and resin.............

Rick, Will you fill the grain with sanding sealer before or after assembly? I'm guessing it would be difficult after.

My Sedanca came for $535. Holding the parts in hand and seeing condition of this early version car, I'm pleased I got a decent deal.

This is exactly what Harry asked about in his thread-why do manufacturers bother to release a kit if it's a cartoon of the subject? Nobody expects perfect and all that lame talk but, with this subject as an example, it's been going on for decades.

Yikes-I paid a bit more last year and it wasn't mint but complete and unassembled. Still happy I got it.

Yes a bit of a mixed question. But much of both subjects are discussed in my thread of building a 1/8 scale Rolls Royce-here: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=86520 In fact, the entire 'Big Boyz' section is a wealth of builder experiences. Join the discussion there Larry.

Great history of opportunity missed. When I bought the Alfa, I think it was $139. Great tip too-download your tips here. Not just for me but hopefully this thread will convince some guys to try one. And yes, sadly, the cost of admission is high these days. but I did OK on the 'bay last year when I bought this. Luckily, it was as advertised minus some minor corrosion. But no warps!!!

I did six of 'em on the Alfa remember? But that was when I could see straight...

Only to talent-challenged guys like me.

Great tips Harry-keep 'em coming. Yes I went for the tires because I didn't like the Dunlop sidewalls. And yes, I followed your (and Paul Koo's) earlier advice to melt the screws in. It's only tedious but yields perfect results every time. Haven't broken a one or cracked the brittle plastic.

As I said above, I happily thought to buy what you suggest: The springs and tires. Did not think the axle as critical as you said but am strongly reconsidering. Don't want wonky, knock-knees in time. My wallet was sent to ICU for treatment...

Golden words to live by-thanks Rick. Will mind that carefully.