If you think it is taking you much longer to finish a car now, just wait 'til you start trying some of the ideas you pick up here on the MCM Forum.
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I am guessing that your "slammer" may be for a category in a contest. If so the answer to your question is no. A chassis is not required and model will not be picked up for underside judging. Judging based on visual impact only. Tires and such can be held on with baling wire. It is all part of the nature of the category.
Welcome Glen. There is tons just waiting to be learned in the pages of this forum.
There are only a couple of experts here, the rest of us are just guys (and a couple girls) trying to enjoy the hobby to the fullest.
Enjoy your stay.
Seeking advice on how to remove the residue after stripping with Easy Off (yellow can)
Followed with more oven cleaner...nope
Followed with bleach...nothing
Followed with 91% alcohol...nothing
Got any idears?
Thanks, Junk