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I suppose it would depend on what kind of supplies I was after. For primer and filler putty, I go to the local auto parts store, I also get most of my spray paint there as well. For hobby blades and rotary tool bits, I get those at the hardware store, though I did get my last rotary tool from the Snap-On dealer (air powered mini-die grinder, MUCH better than a Dremel). I also have a local computer store that also does table top RPGs, mainly Warhammer 40k. They carry the Citadel paint line from Games Workshop, and I've started using them with models. Other than that, when I do go to the hobby shop (45 miles to the nearest one), I tend to make the trip count, and make a list of anything hobby related I might need.

The Slant 6 is one of my options that I'm considering, though I really would like to put a 318 Poly in it. I'm considering trying my hand at scratchbuilding one.

1964 D100 Utility truck cast by Modelhaus. It's only my 3rd resin kit, but it's the first that I'm actually close to finishing. I still have some paintwork to do on the body, plus I need to source/modify an engine. I'm not set in stone on what engine it'll get, depends on what I can find or possibly alter from the parts box. The paint, which is actually going to be the bottom color, is rattle can Valspar Tractor and Implement enamel from the local TSC, Massey-Ferguson Gray. I plan to 2 tone it with Massey-Ferguson Red on top, plus the grille and hubcaps, then print up some M-F logos and a dealer name to make it into a dealership service truck.

There are actually 4 holes, Master Cylinder and Transmission, plus 1 in the back for the Fuel Line and another for the Gas Tank Drain Plug. In addition, there are 4 more holes at the front in the toeboard for the brake, clutch, throttle rod, and on manual transmission 6 cylinder trucks, the starter pedal. Automatic transmission trucks also have an extra hole in the transmission cover for access to the dipstick. http://www.classicindustries.com/truck/parts/14083.html If anyone wants to see how the floor looks in the 1:1, I can see about getting mine on a lift to get clear pics.

That is correct. In addition, that compartment is a Cameo only item, it was not used on Stepside or Fleetside trucks.

According to what I found on Allpar and The Old Car Manual Project, the '61 413s in the Dodges only came with the Long Ram intake, the Short Ram didn't come out until '62, even then it was a Parts Counter item, not factory install.

In some areas, you may have to ask for Lye/Sodium Hydroxide and show ID. In Illinois, they've cracked down on sales of it as it seems to be one of the chemicals that meth producers have been using. I do know that most stores in my area no longer sell it, and the one place I did find it (Menard's) did not have it on the shelves, it was locked up and they are somewhat touchy about who they sell it to.

I use both spray cans and airbrushes, and have a somewhat large arsenal of paint both in cans and bottles. Just depends on what I'm painting and what color/finish I'm after as to which I use.

They were Caterpillars.

That's most likely where the old weight was from the original tire. It's not uncommon to see tires these days only need a small amount of weight to balance them, and not necessarily need weights on both sides. This is especially true with the current balancers in use these days, which are far more accurate that what was used even just a few years ago. As far as what happened with the tire, definitely rubber lube. Looks like they used too much of it, and it was most likely straight out of the bottle and not cut 5:1 like it should have been. Lots of shops do that to make tires go on easier, especially low profile tires, but it does make a mess.

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No, Golden Earing is the band that sung Radar Love. http://youtu.be/JeRa3RtBiIU

1) Was your introduction to modeling at home? Yes 2) From whom? My Dad 3) What kind of models (cars, planes, trains, etc)? Mainly cars, but also some HO railroad and AF/X slot cars (still have them) 4) What did the person who introduced you to modeling do for a living ? Former Navy mechanic, Former automotive mechanic, retired Union sheetmetal worker (SMWIA Local 218) 5) How old were you? ABOUT 5-6 6) About what year was your introduction? 1977

The Big Red kit has the bed insert, jack, gas cans, and the extra tires. Other than the decals (which have a "Southern Redneck" theme) and the color of the plastic, it is a direct reissue of the Billy Carter truck.

X8. That goes for the Henry J, too. Don't get me wrong, I love Gassers, but I like the stock versions, too.

I'll second the use of Duplicolor clear, works great over both Tamiya and Testors lacquers.

That's really messed up, Harry! I LIKE IT! Reminds me of Rock Sugar, Jess Harnell's band.

These are a couple of older builds, at this time the only Tuner cars I have completed. Believe it or not, both of these cars are actually painted with the same color, a 60/40 mix of Kiln Red and Alumacoupe Yellow, only difference is the base and what color Pearl-X was added to the mix. The AE86 is based with Allis-Chalmers Orange and has Copper pearl, the GT-R has a buff primer base and Gold pearl.

Jim, The Bondo brand Spot & Glaze putty you show here does not use a hardner. It will set in minutes right out of the tube if used as intended, thin coats. I use the same putty, it does require a hardener, as it is a 2 part putty. There is a single part putty made by Bondo, that is in a similar tube. .

Here's a pic showing the MPC, Revell, and Monogram cabs together. The MPC and Revell cabs are from original issue kits, the Monogram cab is from the recent GMC kit with the plow. Note how much larger the Monogram cab is. The MPC and Revell cabs are pretty close to the same size, with the Revell being slightly narrower, which messes up the proportions of the greenhouse.

Agreed 100%

I can help, as I recently acquired an unbuilt Billy Carter truck. The tree layout is essentially the same on all the glue versions, other than the parts for the 2 with a non stock cab and the additional parts for the Ice Patrol Hot Rod versions.

That might have been just enough to cause the problem. You might try letting it cure for a few days, then try buffing it out. I'm partial to Turtle Wax, but any good brand polishing compound will do.

Has the humidity been high in your area? I've noticed that Dupli Color pray lacquers are very sensitive to high humidity, and tend to blush, leaving a dull finish. You might be able to buff it out using rubbing compound.

There was also a 427 that shared the same block as the 366 that is also a Truck only engine. That block is also the basis for the Tall Deck big blocks.