Jantrix Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 I've been wanting to add a box stock build to my collection as well as trying my luck with it in competition. The problem is I just can't seem to build it box stock. I hate the idea of not wiring spark plugs. Or having to use stock wheels/tires or not adding exhaust tips. So many little things I do to make the model look finished to my satisfaction are against the "box stock" rules. We need a *head banging on desk* emoticon.
deja-view Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 LOL. Yeah....it's like some progressive disease we have. Why is my print so tiny?
martinfan5 Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 (edited) Yes a bang head emoticon is needed Edited February 20, 2012 by martinfan5
Eshaver Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 Hey, save yerself lots of agrivation. keep this one in a box and viewable from you're work station . Now put a large label on the box that says . Box Stock on it . See, problem solved ! Ed Shaver
Harry P. Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 I've been building models for a lot of years, and I don't think I've ever built one box stock, not even back when I was a little kid. And I probably never will. It doesn't interest me to do them that way.
a/gass Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 LOL! me either allwas takes 2 or 3 minum to make one.
Guest Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 I cant do it either, I need to at the very least add plug wires, except perhaps on cuurent vehicles, but I dont build many of them anyway.
Bartster Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 I built one box stock once. Then I got my 2nd model !
LoneWolf15 Posted February 20, 2012 Posted February 20, 2012 Try this approach .... Look at it as a challenge rather than an obstacle ! Box stock at the shows is the class with the highest number entered . To take a first , you have to be at the top of your game , here ! Right ? Build it as though your life depended on it . Every single mold line sanded , every part perfectly positioned , killer paint , decals , etc , you know the drill ! Build a subject you throughly enjoy ! After you've shown it , you can always take it back apart and detail it to the max . Win win situation ! Oh , and quit banging your head off things . There are too many examples around here of how it can alter your thinking process and how you'll turn out later in life !!!! Yes ! I am one of them !!! Lol !
58 Impala Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I'm the same way,there are some details you just have to add. I think there should be a class called Semi Box Stock. Maybe it would limit you to any 5 details.
diymirage Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 have you considered building a 1/16th scale kit ? some of those come with plug wires
Dr. Cranky Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I find it impossible too, but I end up doing "mild" box stocks every once in a while.
bandit1 Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I find it impossible too, but I end up doing "mild" box stocks every once in a while. maybe thats cause you have to much of an issue with "RUST"?....
Ramfins59 Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I used to try to "discipline" myself to do at least one Box Stock model every year, just to keep my detail painting skills up to par. I've only entered 2 of them in Contests though. I got one First Place and one Third Place award. However, I, like almost everyone else here, find it extremely difficult, if not darn near impossible, to not add or change SOMETHING. Engine compartments look so bare without wiring and interiors just don't look right without some extra detailing like at least flocking... and lots of times you've just got to change the wheels and/or tires. I would say that it's been at least 10 years or longer since I've built a Box Stock model though. Maybe one of these days I'll give it another try... Maybe... One of these days...
Steve Keck Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 We need a *head banging on desk* emoticon. Close enough?
Matt LeBlanc Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 When the new Revell 49 Merc first came out i built one box stock.It has been entered in a lot of shows and did well.I even won best in show at an IPMS show with it.Like some one said it is a challenge to build it within the rules for that class.
heatride Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I am so glad to see this thread . I just got up from a model that is not playing nice , and its really not the model its all the modifications . I actually cut the plastic oil drain plug and tapped and put one in. I cant believe I just told y'all that . Donn told me I was gonna be one of those , is this what you were talking about Donn ? And what really is nuts about me is I have had about a 30 year absence from the hobby . Some of the stuff I am doing people want even see ! But I will know . But the absolute worst of it so far is plastic chrome looks like well plastic , there has to be a better way . To do all this detail , paint , mods and have chrome parts look like plastic ain't gonna get it . Hang on Yost your phone might ring any day now , it is help a Swampboy out month ain't it ?
Chuck Most Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I built one box stock once. Then I got my 2nd model ! Same story here.
Tony T Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I have built some...even entered them in contests and won a plaque or two. One kit was the Monogram 1959 Impala convertible. Great kit, good detail with a few things to overcome, like the floor to firewall seam, but not out of this world. Really keeps you on the basics of modelling and getting the finish right. I won a first in box stock at one show and 3rd in box stock AND Best Interior at another show...yes, a box stock model won best interior at a contest. Another was a Revell 1992 Hot Wheels Trans Am Camaro race car. Tons of mould seams on the frame on that one. but it came out pretty good...decals took a while, though. I got a second and a third at two separate shows. My point is that a box stock build can be a challenge, mostly to your basic modelling skills. Prep work, finishing work, parts fit, glue joints, paint, etc...all have to stand apart, above and beyond. It also helps to start with a nice kit that goes together well and has a decent amount of detail out of the box (ooo, a pun! LOL!) The two examples I gave were fun cars to build, which helped. They also serve as a change of pace, especially if you have put together a few heavy detail builds or are in a building slump. Helps put that focus back on your basic skills and away from the techno-whiz-bang stuff. Have I won other plaques? Yes. Any best ofs? Just the one Best Interior...with my box stock build! The contest plaques were not the reason for building these kits, but ending up being a bonus reward for the effort I put into models that I proudly display on my shelf, right beside ones that have been kitbashed or had added details. It is about having fun with the hobby and I personally find that I will be more likely to finish an out of the box build these days than a fully detailed build. More a matter of my time and how I want to spend it at the bench at this stage in my life! Have fun building! I do and maybe I'll finish a few more than before!
deja-view Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 (edited) I see some contests that have a "box plus" category...like the GSL. That does allow for some modification from only using the box stuff I guess. Actually, I find that most models have some incorrect parts or dimensions that are too hard to ignore. That makes "box stock" even harder. I'm not sure I can remember the last kit I made that was "box stock"...if ever. Although....given the fact that I can't seem to finish kits anymore because I get bogged down in detailing, maybe I should take that hint and try one. Hmmmmm.. Edited February 21, 2012 by deja-view
van Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 (edited) Hi Iam some what new to the forum. If I only could do a kit that wasn't a (box stock).The work you all do on a kit is great. And what I have learned I know the next build will have some detailing to it. With some help from all of you on the forum and what I have read here. I know I can do it even if it takes me 2 or 3 kits.I know I willn't stop haveing fun doing it. Edited February 21, 2012 by van
jerseyjunker1 Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 Try this approach .... Look at it as a challenge rather than an obstacle ! Box stock at the shows is the class with the highest number entered . To take a first , you have to be at the top of your game , here ! Right ? Build it as though your life depended on it . Every single mold line sanded , every part perfectly positioned , killer paint , decals , etc , you know the drill ! Build a subject you throughly enjoy ! After you've shown it , you can always take it back apart and detail it to the max . Win win situation ! Oh , and quit banging your head off things . There are too many examples around here of how it can alter your thinking process and how you'll turn out later in life !!!! Yes ! I am one of them !!! Lol ! yea i used to build nice clean models untill i started banging my head into things. now look at what i do. hyuk hyuk hyuk
crazyjim Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I built a box stock Riviera recently - NEVER AGAIN! You can't do anything to it. On the flip side is Ken from Arkanasas who won the Revell/Gearz contest last year with a box stock '49 Merc. Gorgeous/fantastic paint. You saw it in Tampa, Rob.
Harry P. Posted February 21, 2012 Posted February 21, 2012 I don't think very many experienced modelers do much box stock building. Maybe a beginner will do it that way until they get the hang of it... but I'm sure the urge to "do it your way" comes into play pretty soon. I see box stock as pretty much nothing more than a specialized contest category... probably not too many people in the "real world" build that way.
Jantrix Posted February 21, 2012 Author Posted February 21, 2012 On the flip side is Ken from Arkanasas who won the Revell/Gearz contest last year with a box stock '49 Merc. Gorgeous/fantastic paint. You saw it in Tampa, Rob. Very true Jim. But Ken was smart, knowing that a stunning paint job on a model that is already good looking and well engineered would win the contest.
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