Harry P.

Idaho is a zebra??? Those graphics don't make a whole lotta sense...

This may be a bit off the wall, but does anyone know of a source of 1/80 scale people...preferably dressed in mid 19th century clothes? I know that HO scale is 1/87, so I guess HO people would be close enough, but I'd prefer 1/80, if they exist. And they have to be wearing "period" clothes. Anyone???

Exactly! The mark of a well-done retouch job is the fact that you can't even tell...

It has been pretty warm here lately... Maybe I should up the ante and allow myself to manipulate the photos more!

What's with the body color hood emblem/script???

ok, people, what do you say? Real or model? The answer: I'll try a new ROM Monday.

And if you're looking to replicate clear fuel lines, try monofilament fishing line.

Ok...here goes! Nice clean build. I like the radio-delete interior! Nice color choices too. However... I think some added detail in the engine compartment (wiring and plumbing) would have been nice. Also I'd add a couple of strips of BMF as "hose clamps" on the upper radiator hose. But don't take that as criticism...more like "stuff I would have done if it was mine"...

He means you can cut lengths of antenna tubing to make exhaust tips. The antennas on portable TVs, for example, are made up of several sections of chrome-plated brass tubing that fit into one another. Take the appropriate piece of tube–the piece that's the correct diameter for your "exhaust tip"–and cut short lengths of that piece to make your exhaust tips. You can also use aluminum tubing (available at any hobby shop). Probably easier than taking the antenna off your TV!

All brands of epoxy work the same, via chemical reaction between part A and part B. There is no "better" brand than another. As long as you mix it correctly–equal parts A and B–they all work just fine. I use all sorts of epoxies, 5 minute, slow setting, etc., and I use all brands...Devcon, Loctite, Elmers and many more. I prefer the type that comes in a 2-part plunger, where you automatically get the right amount of A and B when you press the plunger. Wipe the tip(s) off with a paper towel after you dispense the stuff and replace the cap. I've never had any problem with the stuff "drying up", because it can't! Epoxy will only "dry" when parts A and B come in contact with one another, and the 2-part plunger dispenser prevents that from happening. Like I said, I've used many different brands, and they all worked perfectly for me. I've NEVER tried a brand that didn't work well. If you're having a problem getting epoxy to work, you're probably not mixing it correctly.

I'd have to agree...great build! The car's not bad either...

Looks like you put quite a bit of effort into detailing the interior. Nice work! I like the "wood" inserts and all the chrome trim. Nothing beats a well-detailed interior on a convertible.

Murray's (closest auto parts store to my house) has both the one-part and catalyzed glazing putty. Maybe you ought to move to the big city!!!

I've seen gray, I've seen black. Guess it depends on the specific car. Try a google search for the specific car you're doing. Lots of photos here: http://www.60sfunnycars.com/round4.htm

Looks like I didn't fool you on this one. Yes, it's a model! Next ROM coming MONDAY!

Around here Bondo and the glazing putty is available in every auto parts store...NAPA, Pep Boys, Murray's, etc. It's everywhere!

I use plain old Bondo. Cheap, available everywhere, and it works just fine. And for smaller stuff I use 2-part catalyzed Bondo glazing putty. (the "Professional" one. Their plain old glazing putty is one part, not catalyzed. No good-it'll shrink.)

Nothing's permanent? What about that "permanent record" I kept hearing about from my teachers in grade school???

I also saw that ad. First TV ad I remember seeing that involved model cars.

What can I say...I'm an artist, it's the whole "left brain-right brain" thing...and the half of my brain that DOES work doesn't do math!!! (please refrain from any "half-wit" comments...way too easy! )

Possibly they used a restored car as reference??? A restored car with the gas tank installed backwards! I know there have been kits in the past that were based on incorrectly restored prototypes, and the kit included the 1:1 car's mistakes!

oops... Guess I'm not much of a mathmetician. You're right, 180. As in all the way around.

I'm impressed with his craftsmanship, but I have to wonder why anyone would put so much time and effort into things that will never be seen again once the model is finished. What's the point, really? I say put that effort into parts of the model that'll be VISIBLE when finished.

It's rotated 90 degrees from its correct orientation.