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Rob I have that same kit and detail sets in my stash. This has me a bit spooked to see what you are going through with it. Is either the body or monocoque warped? -
I echo all the superlatives given by others. Fantastic!
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I bought this full resin figure kit to use as a prop when displaying certain model cars I own in 1:24 scale. She resembles Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, but I don't recall ever seeing Elvira with a large dog-like pet. Rather, her pose was generally lying on a couch if I recall correctly. I'll be challenged to achieve a painted finish that looks anywhere near as good as the sales photo.
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Recommended by an expert modeler friend, I bought this glue specifically for attaching clear plastic parts due to its strength and crystal-clear finish. But I have found it's useful for other applications. The product claims to be a perfect rock-hard clear finish when diluted with water and used as a clear coat but I have not tried that yet for myself so I can't swear to it. I like the large quantity you get for the price as well as the applicator tip makes it easy to apply exactly where I want it. Try it, I think you will like it. Not an instant glue but dries reasonably quickly. Amazon.com: Judikins GP005 Diamond Glaze, 2-Ounce
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That looks splendid. Spectacular details.
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1968 Pontiac Firebird by CDW - Revell - 1:25 Scale - PLASTIC
CDW replied to CDW's topic in Completed non-ship models
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The past three weeks, I worked on and finished this 1:25 scale Revell 1968 Pontiac Firebird. It's a mild custom with a set of tall wheels and tires but mostly all stock elsewhere. Paint is custom, too. I finished this as part of a model club project where all members were challenged to build a Pontiac model of our choice. I did not keep detailed construction photos for this build, just the final photos.
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They were older than that. Dad went to work for him in 1929. Back then, Tampa was like a second home for Al Capone. It was known as “little Chicago”.
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Great looking pinball machine. Super nice ship. She's your labor of love. When I was a kid in the 60's, my dad forbade me to play pinball machines, but I would sneak around and play them anyway now and then at the risk of the leather strap across my fanny. It wasn't until I was a grown man, and my dad was passed away for some time before I learned why. At the young age of 16, dad went to work for the 1st godfather in my town as his errand runner. The good old boys controlled all gaming and other vice in the area along with "girl activities". He kept me away from gaming because all those type machines were under the strict control of his boss. Dad kept us completely in the dark about what was going on and why. People who knew would never talk about it at all until long after he was gone.
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Love it. Those gauges look like the real thing, 3 dimensional. Looks like the odometer could roll over at any time to show an additional mile. The MFH kits are pricey but not much else can match their good looks when finished by a great modeler like yourself. Their kits sell out quickly despite their high price. I have a local seller who stocks them but not in large quantities. If one sees something they want, have to pounce on it or else it will be gone.
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He looks excellent, Alan!
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A stunning bike
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I had a very similar experience with the chain for my 1:12 Honda RC166. In the end, I gave up on it. I would get almost finished, then a link or two or three would come loose, then it would go downhill from there. After several episodes like that, I chose not to die on that hill.
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Your patience paid off! Looks great, Rob.
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Something I read about Salvinos really has me on the edge of my seat: NASCAR asked them to manufacture their car models so they could be sold by vendors at live events. Fully endorsed. Same was true of these new Indy cars. Invited to produce the models. Next up is NHRA! We may see a similar request and new kits for modern NHRA cars! I’m keeping my fingers crossed.
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Excellent review EG. Mine came in the mail last week and another is expected to arrive this week. For a most excellent build review, check out Clay Kemp’s video. What an amazing race car model builder he is.
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Gary, I should have added a caveat: this trick won't work as well with metallic paints. Metallic paints are some of the most difficult to paint. With those, I try and careful build my layers lightly until I get the depth I want. A run or sag with metallics leave a trail of metallic particles as they bunch up together. Been there and done that too. All part of a learning experience.
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That cotton candy effect is from not enough thinner. Instead of 50-50, you need about 1 part clear to 3 parts leveling thinner. I just experienced the exact same thing today while clear coating this car body with Super Clear II. The good news is, if you apply the more highly reduced clear paint, it will clear that cotton candy up just like magic.
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Can you use the decal as a template to cut your own masks? Then, just paint the two tones and forget about the decals. Just a thought...
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M1A1 ABRAMS by mikegr - FINISHED - Revell - 1:72 - PLASTIC
CDW replied to mikegr's topic in Non-ship/categorised builds
What always makes the difference in combat are the establishment of effective standards and the training/discipline to maintain those standards in combat. -
Once upon a time (30 or more years ago), I painted quite a few 1:1 cars and trucks in my garage/spray booth. I learned that when I got a run or sag, I just applied more paint until it evened out and pooled as a drip or drops along the bottom. I would lightly sop those drips and drops from the rocker panels or wheel opening to remove the drip and when it all dried, you never even knew there had ever been a run or sag. Invisible. You can actually do the same with your model though it's best to not get those runs or sags in the 1st place, but accidents do happen every now and then. Practice on an old model as an experiment and intentionally make a run or sag. Then "spray it out" like I described above and try it yourself. Of course, it's not desirable to make runs or sags intentionally as a practice because too much paint can hide or obliterate detail in the molding you want to be able to see. It's just another thing to know and keep in your bag of modeling tricks and workarounds.
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He who has the most tools spends the most time looking for where they left the tool when they finished using it last. That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
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M1A1 ABRAMS by mikegr - FINISHED - Revell - 1:72 - PLASTIC
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Wow I did not know about the M1 tanks. Thanks for sharing that. -
M1A1 ABRAMS by mikegr - FINISHED - Revell - 1:72 - PLASTIC
CDW replied to mikegr's topic in Non-ship/categorised builds
Very nice work, Mike. I like all the military display photos you presented earlier in this thread as well. Odd to see one lone British AFV amongst all that Soviet armor and weapons. -
Phantom of the Opera by MisterMeester - Atlantis - 1/8
CDW replied to MisterMeester's topic in Non-ship/categorised builds
Wow, I love the way you are getting the most out of this old kit. Can't wait to see the finished product!
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