SuperStockAndy Posted June 28, 2012 Share Posted June 28, 2012 (edited) Okay, so I was thinking today. Since I'm still a bad builder and a terrible detailer... Should I build box stock models to get comfortable before moving on to detailing, or should I try to detail now? I'm leaning towards the first option. Thanks Oh, and to get an idea of where my building level is at... Edited June 28, 2012 by SuperStockAndy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scuderia Posted June 28, 2012 Share Posted June 28, 2012 Looks pretty good to me Andy. I'd say you're ready to start doing some detailing like plug wires and such but in the end only you can make that decision. What he said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted June 28, 2012 Share Posted June 28, 2012 Looks pretty good to me Andy. I'd say you're ready to start doing some detailing like plug wires and such but in the end only you can make that decision. x3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinfan5 Posted June 29, 2012 Share Posted June 29, 2012 There is not set rules for model building, you have to what you think you are ready for, its not like school were you have to pass to move on to the next grade. I would say if you can do a clean OOB, then you should be ready try other things. Just build your models, and it will all come to you over time, you will learn how to build better models, you are young, you have plenty of time, just have fun, thats what really matters, well unless you are building contest builds Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
91blaze Posted June 29, 2012 Share Posted June 29, 2012 That Camaro looks great. Just do like they say and try something new on each build. Start out with plug wires and flocking, then you can start making little mods like a cowl hood, a chop, or something like that. Over time you will get the hang of it. Maybe you should try making a vehicle for Doc's Zombie build. You can do whatever you want with it, and it's pretty hard to mess up. Or try making a ratrod, can't go wrong with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miatatom Posted June 29, 2012 Share Posted June 29, 2012 I agree with Futurabat. I'm just on my first build in over 50 years and what he said seems to grasp what I'm thinking about my own builds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Daddy Posted June 29, 2012 Share Posted June 29, 2012 Just jump in and start detailing, ya gotta start some time right, start out small like battery cables,plug wires etc you'll do fine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesG Posted June 29, 2012 Share Posted June 29, 2012 nice camero andy. I agree with the others add a new technique once you get the hang of another, thats what I do. I'm 41 but have never been a consistant builder so you and I may be about the same level. I've tried bare metal foil for the trim on two cars so far and can't get it smooth but I'll keep trying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperStockAndy Posted June 29, 2012 Author Share Posted June 29, 2012 Thanks everyone Looks like on my next build I'll try battery cables and plug wires. Now I gotta find the patience to drill a distributor out... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted June 29, 2012 Share Posted June 29, 2012 Now I gotta find the patience to drill a distributor out... Or the $$$ to buy a pre-drilled one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperStockAndy Posted June 29, 2012 Author Share Posted June 29, 2012 Nah, I'd rather do it myself if I could. But pre drilled does sound nice... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Kucaba Posted June 29, 2012 Share Posted June 29, 2012 If you insist on drilling out the top of a distributor,try one large hole and bunch the wires (8,6.whatever) into that hole.Drilling out several holes individually is tough.try center punching the holes evenly first THEN attempt to drill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxbat426 Posted June 29, 2012 Share Posted June 29, 2012 Thats what i do Andy - to keep things simple I just stick with Box Stock. I'm on my third build and don't see a need to complicate things. I'm happy at this time keeping my models looking just like the one on the box. This is a great forum - i'm learning a ton here. By the way the Camaro looks awesome! That's a Laquer right?? John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camarofreak82_427 Posted June 30, 2012 Share Posted June 30, 2012 Im just getting into the detailing stuff right now to. Im trying a bunch of new stuff like wireing and brake lines on a derby car that way if I mess it up I can take it off or redo it without to much consiquense some of its very simple to do if u take time and have the right tools and everyone on the forum is here and glad to help with any questions or opinions. U def have some great skills Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperStockAndy Posted July 1, 2012 Author Share Posted July 1, 2012 Thanks guys John, that is indeed painted in Lacquer. Model Master Fathom Green out of the can. Actual 1969 Chevy color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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