48 Ford - 2nd place!

[Shardik]

Here it is; my first, actual, completed car model ! (maybe)

This was a real learning experience for me. The things I learned (in no particular order):

1) I do not like Testors spray can enamel.

2) I do like the Novus polishing products.

3) Cotton gloves make absolutely no difference if the paint isn't cured yet.

4) Do not apply pigment powders to the chassis of a completed model unless the interior is completely sealed.

5) Planning and organization could possibly be worthwhile after all.

6) I am not smarter than everybody else in the world, and could therefore, possibly learn from the experience of others with regard to such things as the design of hinges.

This is just a sampling, and I am sure your critiques will reveal more errors that I can (hopefully) avoid in the future.

That said, I thoroughly enjoyed this build. These are simply the things to be expected when stretching oneself.

Wow! check out that gap at the top of the door. I just noticed that.

One thing I'm not disapointed with is the embossed sill plates.

As I said, this is what happens when you reach beyond your capabilities. Wait'll ya see what happens next time!

All comments welcome.^nd

Edited September 16, 2012 by Shardik

[cobraman]

I think you may be a bit too hard on yourself. I think the car looks very good. As for the door gap............ just show it open and nobody will ever know. I like it !

[cavemanx]

I think you may be a bit too hard on yourself. I think the car looks very good. As for the door gap............ just show it open and nobody will ever know. I like it !

Those were my thoughts too. It looks 1000x better then the vehicle i posted earlier. haha.

[MichaelJ]

WOW-That is sooooo cool!!! If this is you'er first car------I am gonna love the next one !!!!

That is that is one sweet ride !!! And don't sweat the small thing's... That's lesson 2.134-2759(who care's)

Michaelj...

[rmvw guy]

Exactly what they all said. Are you sure this is your first? You are on your way to some great builds!

[Shardik]

I may have misled some of you; Iv'e been building military models for a year or so, but this is my first completed civilian vehicle. Iv'e also got a 1:12 Bentley in the works, but I set it aside to build my skills before continuing.

I really apreciate the positive feedback and kind comments.

And yeah, it'll be sitting on the shelf with the doors open.

B.T.W.: #8) Shiny is a lot harder than flat OD green.

[Sixties Sam]

Looks good! Great finish and engine detail. Nice work!

Sam

[Ace-Garageguy]

Congrats on completing a really good looking first car build. As far as the doors go, the gap at the top is easy to correct on the next one, but the hard part, which you nailed, is getting the door gaps nice and tight on the edges, when closed. They look great.

[Gluhead]

Looks great to me. I like it.

And what door gap? I don't see any big gap above the door. All I see is an outlet for an innovative fresh air recirculation system with optional vacuum operated cigarette butt removal.

[CemetaryAngel81]

Looks better then any of my attempts at hinging,sweet! My only critique could be that the car sits kinda high,but that's just me.It looks awesome all in all!

Edited August 11, 2012 by CemetaryAngel81

[W-Machine]

I like it.

[CEKPETHO BCE]

For a first complete model that is very good. Heck, I still have never made opening doors so very good job. Love the style and the work done.

[espo]

As everyone has said, this is a very nice model. As you said it was a stiif learning curve for yourself. I could only hope to do as well if I tried to do a military model.

[Shardik]

Sam: Thank you!

Bill: Thanks. And, actually, they're alittle too tight. The passenger door, which is the only one that opens fully, requires distortion of the quarter panel to get it open. (See #6 above )

Gluhead: You sound like a military modeler: Every error ends up being "battle damage" or a "field modification"

Lorenzo: I agree. I had to separate the frame to correct error #4.3 and couldn't quite get it back the way it was. I'll have to try again at some point.

Craig: I'm glad you do!

Andrew: Thanks!

David: Thank you. And if you do ever try military modeling, watch out for the "rivet counters" .

[Dominik]

Congrats Johann! You made a great job and you are right: shiny paintjobs are a little bit harder like gloss. But, military works for a real touch are more complicate than civil showroomcars.

I like your Ford! looks perfect in my view

[Harry P.]

Did you chop the top?

[Dr. Cranky]

Nice model, and the engine is wonderful.

[Shardik]

Dominik: Danke.

Harry: No, it's the Revell '48 custom. It comes with the top mildly chopped.

Dr. C.: I'm very glad you like it. Thanks.

[jeffs396]

Johann, if that's your first car model, you are on your way to many great builds!

Nicely done!!!

Love your post #1 analysis too

[crazyjim]

Leave the doors open and the SHINY :) will blind everyone. Nice build.

[Harry P.]

That model is almost contest-winning quality. If that's your first car, I'd say you are doing just fine! In fact, a lot better than just fine.

[Shardik]

Jeff: Thanks. This forum just makes me want to have fun.

CrazyJim: The shiny took alot of work! Re: #1 - Orange peel in a can. See also #2.

Harry: Wow. From you that's high praise. I'm a great fan of your work.

[crazyjim]

Your hard work was worth it. SHINY :) RULES!

[RatRodMarc]

I like it too very nice build and great color choice cant wait to see your need one

[PARTSMARTY]

very nice for a first build. and from the way you explained things any mistakes or jitters will work themselves out effortlessly.-congrats. and i cant wait to see more.always here to help if i can.!!!