rmvw guy

I would nerer have known this started as the ZZ Top '34. It looks much better. I love the look with these wheels and like everyone else says the paint color is perfect. The base was a clever idea, your mate should love it.

WOW!!!! Beautiful the whole lot!!! Every piece of this collection is awesome! You do good work. How long did all this take? I will have to look at your build thread.

Whoops, forgot about that Art, thanks for the correction.

Surprised!!! I thought the AMT kit had molded in exhaust? I really like th AMT version better because, it is in 1/25 scale verses the 1/24 Revell kit. The Revell '36 does have a nice hood with see through sides and a great flathead engine. Looks like you did some frame mods anyway.

Any of the Testors kits. They should stick to just making paint, what they do best in my opinion. To name a couple; Cheezoom and Alumicoupe with small parts count and more disappointment the detailed versions.

I really can't remember to tell you the truth. Too bad they are secured so well or I would take them off and see. I will say they are non rolling as are the rear, I tucked them in also. I may have used a small piece of styrene tube on each wheel and some epoxy. Sometimes you can drill a small hole in the center of the wheel from the inside being careful not to go all the way through. My memory!!! Here is another photo showing the rear wheels.

Very cool! It has to be the Revell kit am I right? Love the Plum Crazy paint and the whites.

So, What Models Are You MOST Impressed With? I don't know why but, the first one that came into my head is very old school. The Monogram, formerly MPC '29 Lincoln. Why? Maybe for it's time it was way ahead of everyone else in my opinion. It has working steering through the steering wheel, foldable seats that work, and a hinged hood to name a few reasons. The Gangster version came with a violin case and weapons and boot leg wiskey bottles. Also some human figures. Oh yeah! And a bullet holed windshield option. Just very impressive. Also many of the old AMT kits I built as a young man that have survived the test of time through re issues. Round 2 is helping with this cause. I can't go without mentioning the newer Revell kits like the '57 Chevy, '49 Merc and '48 Ford, all impressive. And as mentioned above the Mobius 1953 Hudson. Just to mention a few. lol

What???? Again, maybe right over my head! Are you talking about the steak? Or the last post? You crack me up! Very clever!

"southpier" Joe, I always get a kick out of your comments and I love your avitar. You add a lot to the Forum. Sometimes after reading your comments I scratch my head and say 'What?" and then I get it! I don't care what anyone says about you, you are "The Man". Keep on keeping on. It's all about fun.

Nice! It looks like a real VW color. The fun part is the graphics. Love it!

Thanks Tom, I think you hit the nail on the head with this comment. I call it "In the Zone". I do love that feeling I get there sometimes and feel I do my best work, it can be scarey when you look at the clock. You are right, I will never build them all. I have a friend who builds about one awesome model a year. He travels with it to shows such as NNL East and you see it in the magazines. He is in a very active club. I wish I had the skill, time and money to build and travel like he does. He uses a lot of after market and machined parts that he makes. He is a Machinest. My hat is off to him and others like him. My models are mediocre at best. I stay mostly at home and this is okay. It's just a hobby and not a profession for me, and remains to be fun. It's a great hobby for a retiree like me.

I really like what you are saying here. I am probably some where in that 90% category. I like to add a higher level of detail to my models but, it has a tendency to take all the fun away at times. Sometimes I like to just build them like a "3D puzzle" as you describe. If I get into any high level of detail I usually totally lose track of time. I guess this can be fun too, but I don't feel that I have enough time left in this life time to build the stash I have. Anyway, all I am saying is yes, I do build for fun and yes, I do build for myself. Unlike the guy in your club, I don't expect to ever win any trophies nor will I enter any more contests. When I see what it takes to win at shows I figure I may as well pack it up. I do however enjoy showing my efforts on the forums and receiving coments. It's a hobby after all and can be enjoyed at any level. This, (The Off-Topic Lounge), is just a place to share conversation. Thanks.

You brought back some memories to me with your review. I agree with the problem of mounting the wheels with the spacers. They just stick out too far and mess up the look of the front fenders. I think I solved the problem by eliminating the spacers on mine. I do love the kit wheels and tires. The orange looks nice. I wish I would have went with green like Stacy's. Here's a picture of my front end without the spacers.

Very cool! I have seen a video of these. Love your work.

I always try not to be critical of anyone who builds models for a hobby. I always think it should be fun and in no way expect others to do it my way. You are right when you said, "There is no wrong way to do what you like when it comes to a hobby." I too, do not like to be told how to build. I am only saying I may seem contrary to the original poster, like I said, I am glad we are all different. My lack of detail sometimes, does not mean I am not having fun. I would never beat someone down for the way they build.

It has always been about building for fun for me, what other reason is there? Sometimes I leave off detail so it will be more fun. Wireing and BMF are a "must" according to some builders. Sometimes I find these things a pain and not to be fun at all, so I just leave them off! The basic model kit is fun for me, building it to the best of my ability. I won't win any trophys with my models but, so what? I DO like to display them for ME! And in my garage I have over 150 on display today. I throw the boxes away Sounds like I am trying to be contrary, maybe I am. Really I am glad we are all different. I do enjoy an occational show and looking at extreme detail from others on the forum. Keep up the good work (or should I say play?), and build to your heart's content, weather it's one or 1,000.

Well done! Took me a while to find this thread, thanks for keeping it around guys. Good stuff!

I am not familiar with vellejo at all, in fact I've never heard of it. However, I have used the little bottles of Testors from the beginning of my model building back in 1958. They work best for me when sprayed through an air brush. The drying time when thinned with enamel reducers is the only problem. I started useing lacquer thinners and found the drying time to be much like lacquer sprayed from a can. Also the gloss is really great. I learned this trick from other guys on the forum. I also use spray from the cans but, prefer useing the air brush. Another plus is that you can spray the Testors paints directly on styrene without the use of primer. I do use a variety of other paints but, I still love the Testors. I will have o check out the vellejo, thanks for the tip.

I like the way you did all the lettering, great tip Tulio. Thanks for sharing an outstanding model.

Amazing save! Nice work Tulio.

Congratulations on a great piece of work. I love the over all look, very cool! Welcome back to the hobby.

Very nice truck, love the signage!

One of my favorite car guys. I am the same age as Jay so, easy to relate to all his stories. I often think of myself haveing a great collection like his, only in 1/25 scale.