Vintage Teardrop Trailer Dio

[gasser59]

Thanks Danno. I'm stoked they came out looking so good and once I get some Static Grass, I think they'll look even better. I plan on working on the base this weekend once I determine a size.

[John Teresi]

Brad…….that`s really going to look KEWL!!!!!!

[GLMFAA1]

About the fisherman, there is one on Ebay, just type in Preiser fisherman. about usual LHS price, Just what he needs trees to snag his line they look great

greg

[gasser59]

Thanks for the info Greg.

Been working on the base but first I had to source a turntable so i knew what size to cut the plywood. Got the last of the trees made too. Added a small incline on the back edge of the base and got it all covered with Plaster Cloth last night. I'll get some pictures up tonight.

[Baugher Garage]

Stellar work all around! Love the creative ingenuity on the trees!!

[John Teresi]

Brad……..I got a Teardrop Trailer on the brain……..I need an up-date fast

[charlie8575]

Nice trees, Brad.

Guys...move DSC to something besides the third Saturday in April. I'm not going to get stuck choosing between you and NNL-East.

Charlie Larkin

Edited May 9, 2014 by charlie8575

[Danno]

Charlie,

Mark your calendar and start your travel fund. DSC11 will be the second Saturday of April next year (April 11, 2015).

Now we just have to hope NNL East doesn't move their little event up a week!

Edited May 9, 2014 by Danno

[slusher]

Great work on the trailer Brad, so much detail. Those trees look awesome also...

[gasser59]

Thanks Carl. I hope to get some time in this weekend to take this a bit further.

[Biggie]

I admire the work and attention to details on your trailer and dio! Can't wait for an update

[Mooneyzs]

Brad... I have Tear Drop Trailer on the brain. I am loving the direction you are going with this base.those trees are fantastic and way cool. Your talents sure shine my friend. Love your builds

[gasser59]

Thanks guys. I have GOT TO get back to work on this. This last weekend was taken up by putting in an outside door and frame. Took entirely too long.

Chris - I have that on the brain as well.

[Danno]

Brad,

Don't forget a pic-a-nic basket for Yogi and BooBoo!

[charlie8575]

Charlie,

Mark your calendar and start your travel fund. DSC11 will be the second Saturday of April next year (April 11, 2015).

Now we just have to hope NNL East doesn't move their little event up a week!

Already set for April 18, I believe, Dan.

Keep it there and I'll come out to visit as frequently as my funds and time will allow me to.

Charlie Larkin

[Danno]

You're on, Charlie. Desert Scale Classic will be April 11. NNL East will be April 18. Plenty of time in between to be at both!

We'll leave a light on and we'll roll out the red carpet!

[gasser59]

Ok Charlie, no excuses. We expect you at DSC 11 on the 11th.

I haven't been able to get back to this dio. We're expecting house guests for a week and a half and have been spending most of my time around the house and acre of yard. It never seems to end.

[charlie8575]

Ok Charlie, no excuses. We expect you at DSC 11 on the 11th.

I haven't been able to get back to this dio. We're expecting house guests for a week and a half and have been spending most of my time around the house and acre of yard. It never seems to end.

As long as I have the funds available to go, I will be there. Can't wait, and I'm looking forward to seeing some first-rate builds and the incredible scenery the southwest is famous for. I've wanted to go since my dad worked in New Mexico and brought back the pictures as proof.

The only question I have is where is the show roughly? I have this map because I also intend to try to visit a lodge while I'm out there. http://www.azmasons.org/locator/lodge_results_list.php?state=AZ&country=US&showonly=US&city=Phoenix&pageno=1

Charlie Larkin

Edited June 13, 2014 by charlie8575

[gasser59]

That's awesome Charlie. Be great to meet up with you.

On your map, its going to be held just about at the 'N' in N 35th Ave just a mile west of the Black Canyon Freeway in the upper left quadrant of the map so you'll not be too far from numbers 2 and 5. You might also try a search for the city of Glendale as well. As we get closer, we can also point you in the direction of close hotels and such.

Edited June 13, 2014 by gasser59

[Mooneyzs]

Brad... I have tear drop trailer on the brain... Any new updates on this diorama?

[gasser59]

Me too Chris. me too.

Have house guests staying for over a week and just isn't time to get back to this.

Stay tuned and practice some patience, it'll get there.

[Danno]

Brad: Ahem.

Charlie: GREAT! We'll leave the porchlight on for you! Looking forward to seeing/meeting you.

Brad: Ahem.

[gasser59]

Now back to our regularly scheduled program....finally a bit of progress. I sourced some Static Grass locally and was able to get the trees covered as well as the base. The ground cover is a few different colors along with a bit of the Static Grass. Once this was done, I went to take some pictures and it appears my camera battery won't hold a charge. Guess its time for a new one as I must have worn that one out. :-)

Here's a few pictures from my phone which doesn't allow any details or close ups.

I still want to add a bit more variety to the colors on the base before mounting the teardrop, the trees and everything else.

Edited July 1, 2014 by gasser59

[John Teresi]

Brad…….now that`s what I like to see…….a continuation of this Master Piece………looks great Big Brother

[charlie8575]

Looks good, Brad. That scenery is really shaping up nicely.

Charlie Larkin