Monty

I was searching for a certain shade of teal hobby paint when I came across a Testors multi-pack model paint set with a "color" I'd never heard of. The paint set lists it as Gloss Bitron, but I can't find a picture or description on Testors' site. Do you guys have any pics of this paint? Here's the multi-pack: http://www.hobbylinc.com/testors-acrylic-craft:hobby-paint-set-hobby-and-model-paint-set-9148

I was searching for a certain shade of teal hobby paint when I came across a Testors multi-pack model paint set with a "color" I'd never heard of. The paint set lists it as Gloss Bitron, but I can't find a picture or description on Testors' site. Do you guys have any pics of this paint? Here's the multi-pack: http://www.hobbylinc.com/testors-acrylic-craft:hobby-paint-set-hobby-and-model-paint-set-9148

IIRC, he offers decals for the M/T 50 & 70 series as well as the M/T S/S decals in 1/24 and 1/25 (see designs WL-48, WL-49 & WL-50). I'd think these choices would allow you to do a staggered set or a set of four tires of the same size. http://www.fireballmodels.info/ HTH

This kit has been out for roughly half a year, but I'm not seeing any being built. Is everyone waiting for the stock version (like me)? I hope that doesn't get canceled for lack of interest based on the F&F car's sales.

SMBC had a decal sheet featuring battery and oil filter labels, safety markers and assorted factory stickers for engine bay detailing, but as I understand the situation, the proprietor is no longer with us. IIRC, there are three other Detroit-area casters who were loosely affiliated with him. Is there any chance I can get some of these decal sheets from them? I sent JeffB an IM about a week ago, but never heard back.

Yeah, snicker all ya want, but I've been having a tough time finding a paint the color of pewter. If you've used her craft acrylics, I'd love to hear how it went. Pics would be great too.

Wow, you guys are good. Thanks!

1) Does anyone offer correct '73 Mach 1 decals for the 1/25 MPC/AMT Mustang? Decals for the '73 are different from the '71 & '72. 2) Does anyone offer a decal sheet for things commonly found in the engine bay (Battery, oil filter, factory labels, safety warnings etc)? If memory serves, Scale Models by Chris used to, but last I heard, he was dealing with cancer and wasn't producing anything.

Are we sure the Grog stuff is the same as what comes in the Molotow markers?

I'd like to replicate the finish on these spokes and center hub on some model wheels but don't know what paint etc to use. I'd like your recommendations, but if possible, I'd also like to see your wheels to see how close you got to what I'm after. TIA to any who can help on this.

My compliments on a sharp build. Kinda refreshing to see one of these not painted blue and white. Would you mind telling us what paint was used for the body?

I'm wondering if any of the resin casters offers the front wheels from this specific issue of MPC's '68 'Cuda. They were basically a wide Keystone Klassic, while the rear wheels are more like a Centerline Auto/Drag. I'm only interested in the MPC front wheels.

From what I've been able to dig up, the frame rails were semigloss black (often called chassis black) and as Snake45 mentioned, the area under the seats was raw fiberglass. You may also want to look up a restoration done with Eastwood materials for ideas on the spare tire carrier, suspension and detail painting. HTH!

Nothing wrong with box stock, it's just that these cars can be nicely (and accurately) detailed without a ton of work. For instance, you might consider drilling out the gauges on the dash and replacing them with decal gauges from behind. Also, most people don't replicate the chassis and suspension correctly, but it's not difficult if you have the right reference materials. That's just me, though. I'm passionate about C3s, having owned an '80 for 20 years. You've chosen a great color, and the engine looks great, so finish the rest as you see fit. Based on what you've done so far, I'm sure it'll turn out great.

My Spidey senses told me there was a new C3 Corvette thread worth checking out, and I'm glad I paid attention. Lotsa nice work going on here, so I'll be following along. Is that your 1:1 in your avatar?

I love me some '68-'70 Chargers, so this'll be fun to watch. Question: Are the redline tires done with kit decals or are they aftermarket?

Looks like this is progressing nicely, especially some of the small details like the steering wheel. Question for you: you mentioned that you used Testors Ford Engine Blue for the block and heads. Was the paint from an original, years-old bottle? I ask because they discontinued the original darker Ford color (#2727) and used that P/N for the current lighter Ford/GM engine blue.

I've been interested in upping my model interior game by using contrasting piping (small gauge wire) on the seat edges etc, and I was wondering how you guys were attaching the wire to painted seats.

Saw this post from truck builder Evan Hermel on the Spotlight Hobby board this morning, and I figured it might be of interest to those of you who like to do detail work with markers. http://wwwboard2.spotlighthobbies.com/cgi-bin/bbs62x/webbbs_config.pl?md=read;id=150062 From the picture he posted, this appears to be the best looking "chrome" I've seen from a marker, and Dick Blick Art Supplies shows they have them in 1 mm, 2 mm & 4 mm tips. I don't know how well the paint holds up or whether it takes clear coats well, but I thought you guys might find this worth checking into.

My inquiry was based on what I assumed were the Gran Torino's more detailed underhood setup and chassis detail. Rob has already pointed out where I was way off base regarding the chassis, and if you say the Cougar's underhood sheetmetal etc is more than adequate, I'll leave the Gran Torino out of the mix and work with what I've got.

Didn't know that. Duly noted. Thanks!

I'm specifically interested in whether anyone on here has transplanted the engine bay sheetmetal or used the chassis from the Revell Gran Torino to upgrade the level of detail on MPC's old '71-'73 Cougars. If so, please elaborate, i.e. chassis will work if trimmed x-amount, etc. Pics would also be greatly appreciated.

Yes, it's a serious question, and it's based on the fact that I'd love to use the majority of colors in Testors' One Coat line, but I can't get past the enormous flake size in some of them. I don't have the type of brain that could conceive of a way to make this type of filtration possible, but having seen some amazingly creative solutions on here over the years, it wouldn't surprise me if some of our brainier people chimed in with a great idea or two.

I'll join the others in saying the interior/exterior color combination rocks. Would you mind telling us which specific silver you used for the body?

Given the way your project turned out, I'd say the compliments were well deserved. For those of us who haven't built this kit yet, did you encounter any problem areas we should watch out for?