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I use Duplicolor all the time after priming with Duplicolor primer first and no Future. But I did have a problem one time with a Revell kit. There was a period of time when Revell's plastic was known to be more sensetive to automotive paints but Revell addressed the problem. If that's the case, then Future could be used to seal the plastic before painting.

That is BEAUTIFUL!!!! C'est tres beau!!! I have to ask what paints and colors you used. The gloss is amazing!

I pretty much agree with Jonathon. As far as printers, use what you have as long as it's inkjet. I have an HP - don't recall the model - but I got it cheap. It does a great job as long as it's set for best quality print and you tell it that you're using photo paper in the print settings. I've had some success but also had some curling problems with Testors decal paper. The Bare Metal paper is heavier and has never given me any problems. The same paper is also sold by Micro Mark.

Sorry this had to happen to such a great guy, Bill. I have some experience at working with FEMA through my job. I think your best argument is that when a piece of equipment is submerged its UL rating is automatically invalidated. Therefore they would be leaving you with an unsafe furnace. You need a new unit with UL rating intact. Your homeowner's insurance company would probably back you up on that even if you don't have flood insurance. They don't want a paying customer living in a house with an unsafe furnace!

Those are actually '54 Hollywoods, not '53. Does this give anybody an idea for another resin body?

Here's what my $16 haul looks like. Just got lucky! I probably won't need any more spare parts for the rest of my life. Thanks to Matt for telling me about the guy in the corner with the cheap kits! BTW, Matt, check your PM's. I sent you a couple.

Does that mean it's real or a model?

I got quite a haul from the same vendor at the same show. The best stuff to me is the old AMT/SMP annuals. Picked up a rough but restorable '59 Merc and '59 Edsel plus a '60 Imperial in pretty good shape. It mostly needs disassembly, painting and reassembly. I'll take some pictures. You won't believe what I walked out with for $16.

It's a cute little thing! It would make a great gasser if there was a kit available.

I have a feeling that if there are already rumors floating around then it's too late to be making suggestions - the choice of vehicle is a done deal. In spite of all that I'll get on board with the guys who want a '57 Olds. A '57 Buick would be a great choice also. GM styling was pretty strong that year.

Just a note from my long experience with silicone tires. The grip is great but if you run silicones be sure that you're not ever going to want to run with conventional tires. After silicones have been used on a track for a significant amount of time they leave a thin coating of silicone and ONLY silicone tires will be able to bite on the track surface. That may not be a problem for you. Just something to think about.

That looks right! Great build!

Who says they didn't produce it! Well, almost. Check out this 1957 Premier. Factory show cars of that time were often about introducing the public to styling ideas that were already designed into future models but weren't on the street yet as a sort of marketing device for the new models.

I don't get it! I'm lucky if I can complete one mediocre build in a year but every time I turn around John has some incredible new model to show. How does he do it? Just fabulous work as always!

I think its cooool!! That's the kind of luxo-boat that Caddy needs to re-establish the idea that Caddy equals real luxury. They had lost that mojo for a number of years but are working back toward it. Something like that could seal the deal!

Are you gonna build a trailer to hold the gas tank? That's super cool!

I frequent classes 1,2 and 4. As far as class 3, I'm in total agreement with Aftashox that not many builders really qualify despite seeing a lot of claims of models being scratch built. Sure, I make some parts from scratch sometimes and I'm not afraid to tackle really SERIOUS modifications but Gerald Wingrove or Juha Ario and some others are real scratchbuilders and I'm not! I'm more of a part stealer and hacker.

Wow! Those are sweeeeeet! You really captured the look!

That's looking terrific! It's amazing what can be done with a really simple kit and then it ends up looking fabulous on a display shelf. Keep up the excellent work!

Is that a two-part? I only see the one tube. I've used a one-part Bondo glazing putty before and had shrinkage problems but that might not be the same thing.

I've had similar experience with Squadron. LONG after you use it you might discover one day that it has shrunk. In fairness, all the one part putties have some shrinkage. Right now my favorite "convential" one-part is Acryl Blue. It's a body shop type product that sets really fast - you can sand in 20 minutes or so - and doesn't seem to have much shrinkage. Maybe that's because most of the shrinkage occurs during the fast setting process. The other one-part that I'm using more and more is super glue. Sets fast (I keep the kicker handy) and doesn't shrink. I thought it might be hard to sand but that hasn't been the case. The main problem is that the lack of color makes it hard to judge your work until it's primed. The problem I have with two-part putties is getting a consistent mix. You have a giant tub of resin and a tiny tube of hardener and it's hard to get a consistent ratio. So sometimes it doesn't set right and sometimes it sets before you can use it. When the mix is right it's good. The directions usually say something about adding the contents of the tube of hardener to the contents of the tub of resin. Not much help! I plan to try Milliput because it's a 1 to 1 mix but right now I'm pretty happy with super glue.

The engine looks great! I'm no expert on Tatra engines but you've convinced me that it's just like the real thing.

That has got to be about the coolest project ever!! You've really captured the shape and that's saying something. The chassis is also looking great. Comrade, I nominate you for the Model Building Hero of the Republic Medal!

The R&R kits that I've personally dealt with have been pretty low quality but usable if you want to put in the work. I'm told that some of their stuff is better than what I've seen but it's a gamble. Anyway, they have an extensive line and sometimes their kit is the only one available of the subject. Resin Realm carries lots of R&R stuff - maybe the full line. http://www.resinrealm.net/

Kool idea! That looks great!