VVhiplash Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 (edited) I finally completed my 2009 Dodge Challenger project. I did run into a few issues...namely glue on the windows and I had real issues fitting the front and rear fascia. My assembly had too much tension which resulted in difficult final assembly. As for the glue, I will use white glue on future projects. Comments appreciated. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Edited August 29, 2010 by VVhiplash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragline Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 I do see the front and rear fit issues you speak of. I've never built this kit so I'll save the fit advice for those who have. Those issues aside it's a very nice build. Welcome back to the hobby. Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaughn Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 Nice build other than the fitting issue. Do another... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted August 29, 2010 Share Posted August 29, 2010 Hey Fab, Nice job! I know the fit of the front and rear are tight - probably tighter due to a bit of paint build up, making the fit even tighter. A suggestion is to test fit parts as you go, before paint, after, and before glue. I used a bit of Tenax 7R (like a super glue) to fit the front and rear on my Challenger. Did you enjoy building it? Are you happy with the outcome? Would you build the same kit again? What kit is next? Hey, did you get to the AMRO contest last Sunday? They've already got the 2011 flyer up on the website,here. I won 3 plaques. 3rd in Theme, 3rd in Out of the Box, and Best Interior. Needless to say, I was quite surprised, and quite happy! Plus, won a '68 Road Runner kit as a door prize! In my experience, getting together with other modelers is the best way to learn (as well as a resource like this forum) to get better. Contact one of the AMRO guys, like Chris, and see if you can go to one of their meetings in Gatineau. Here's their website. The guys I've met are a good bunch! Might give you another outlet to pick up some tips. Main thing is...have fun building! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VVhiplash Posted August 30, 2010 Author Share Posted August 30, 2010 Thanks Tony. Yeah I really did enjoy building it and found it much easier than when I was younger as I a have less time on my hands...which forces me to build it bit by bit and not rush anything. I am happy with the level of detail I was able to achieve for a first build. I wish I had a better way of maintaining my brushes though....Seems like I ruined 2-3 brushes on this project alone. I would like to take on either a VW bug (old) or a Mini Cooper (old or new model) as my next build. Not sure. Will go back to the hobby shop soon. The other build I'm considering is a semi-trailer truck. I will try to attend the next AMRO event and have bookmarked their website. So were you at the gathering in Gatineau? If I had known I would have gone to say hi. Way to go for your prizes though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted August 31, 2010 Share Posted August 31, 2010 Yes, I was there. Arrived about 11:30am, and the awards ceremony ended about 5:30pm. Met up with a few guys I know, a couple I hadn't seen for a while, which was a bonus. Brushes-Are you cleaning them right after use, and laying them flat? I've got brushes I've had for years, even decades! Make sure you use the right cleaner for the paint - I use tap water for Tamiya paints, and paint thinner or varsol for Testor's paints. I always clean the brush after use, and lay it on the workbench. I've done a few Bug kits - Revell can have it's fit issues, and I haven't built one, but the Tamiya '66 Beetle is nice, as is the old Mini. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VVhiplash Posted September 1, 2010 Author Share Posted September 1, 2010 The tamiya kit is one I'm looking at. Thanks for the pointers on the brushes. I used turpentine for testors and tamiya and cleaned after each use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted September 1, 2010 Share Posted September 1, 2010 Cool. Happy building! I've been wanting to get the Tamiya kit myself, and haven't yet. They put out a nice Karmann Ghia as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted September 1, 2010 Share Posted September 1, 2010 Fabien......fine job man.......pictures are great too!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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