Ry4ns302 Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 Well this is the first time I've ever attempted to build a model car..a quick history, if anyone acually cares: I own an '84 mustang, and decided to build a model of my car. I've done alotta work to my car so of course it looks much different than the model kit. I wanted to build an exact model, so I embarked into the model car world. I located and immediately bought 3 of the monogram 83/84 mustang convertible kits. One from a guy in my car club who is doing the same thing. He put me on to this forum. I wanted to start building my model, But I figured I'd do a practice run before I started it. Since I've been here, I'm amazed at some of the work I've seen..especially the junkyard models. I immediately wanted to track down the resin parts to customize the model, but I decided to stay "out of the box" and get a feel for things. I fell in love with the hobby immediately, and I stopped at a local hobby store and bought a Grand National, since its a similar era car...and to be honest, minimal exterior trim, plus I like 'em. So here goes the progress, I have to fight my impulses to keep it 'stock", but I think I'm gonna get some Weld-style wheels and slicks, thats down the road. Hope you enjoy the build as much as I am.
jeffs396 Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 Looks great so far Ryan! WELCOME! Once you're hooked on this hobby, there's no turning back! One nice thing is you can build in scale what you can't afford in 1:1
Rob Z Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 Welcome to the site and the hobby... Looks as though your off to a great start there, be really careful though this hobby can be rather addicting. I started back into it in 2004 since then I have amassed 400+ unbuilt kits, quite a few promos, some die-cast and allot of aftermarket stuff. Not to mention the paint, files, sand papers and various other paraphernalia I use to help make my builds look better... It's all in fun though...
Gregg Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 e komo mai, Ryan You will find a lot of great tips, tricks, how-to's, and meet a lot of good people here on the forum. There's a lot of Mustang owners here too, so you're not alone there.
Romell R Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 Hey Man welcome to the wonderful world of model cars , Oh and welcome to the forum , you're doing a great job so far keep us posted and like Gregg said , you'll find plenty of tips here, and if you cant find what you need just ask, there are plenty of us would be glad to help you out .
Ry4ns302 Posted September 9, 2011 Author Posted September 9, 2011 Hey thanks for all the feedback guys! I like the part of building what you can't afford to build 1:1, I will definately have a nice collection!
crazyjim Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 Looking good, Ryan. This is a terrific place to get tips & ideas for your builds.
Wayne Buck Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 One nice thing is you can build in scale what you can't afford in 1:1 That is the main reason I fell in love with model car building! There are so many cars I'd love to own, but not enough money or time to own more than just a couple. Welcome to the forum, Ryan! Your GN is looking great so far!
Dr. Cranky Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 Welcome and enjoy the forum. You are headed in the right direction, and that is straight into a top-shelf styrene addiction!
brodie_83 Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 The GN is a great first kit...they fit pretty decent. Only thing I remember having issues with is the chassis on the body/interior tub, but I got it quickly without too much trouble. Looks good so far!
imatt88 Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 (edited) Welcome aboard! It is addictive, but also relaxing.... Cheers, Ian Edited September 9, 2011 by imatt88
diymirage Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 Hey Ryan, welcome aboard if i may be the first to offer some constructive critisism, looking at the tail end of your exhaust there is a very distinct mold line this is easily removed with the side of an exacto knife or a little bit of sanding it will make the exhaust look a lot better because now it looks a bit "toyish" this line is created when the two parts of the die meet up and do not line up perfectly or "bleed" a bit of styrene during the process they show up on just about any part of the kit and are one of the best ways to improve the quality of your build
Rdkingjay Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 Wow, for a first timer, you paint like a pro!! Your detail painting on the suspension and drive train gear is awesome.
Ry4ns302 Posted September 10, 2011 Author Posted September 10, 2011 (edited) Thanks for the warm welcomes all! The first oops I ran into was figuring out the driveshaft goes OVER the transmission crossmember. I definately would have preffered to figure it out before gluing the springs, shocks and contorl arms down...lesson well learned! No matter what, before gluing major assymblies to the car, do a test fit. The biggest problem was that the glue strips the paint off everything! Is there a glue that doesn't? After looking at the model, on my next one (with exhaust tips) I think I'm gonna drill out the ends of the tips with a pilot bit so I can get some realistic hollowness...just a thought Edited September 10, 2011 by Ry4ns302
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