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28/12/2009 9:27 am
PICS - Part 5 - '65 Mopar Altered Wheelbase Funny Car Project
Hmmmm, I thought that my final update would be of the finished car, but after priming, I see many body work errors that could not be seen before painting. There is still a LOT of body work to be done. Man, this is hard! By far the most challenging model car project I've ever tackled.
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28/12/2009 9:58 am
I don't doubt it, Marlowe.......
Still, the results so far of such radical surgery are quite remarkable. The overall proportions of the body are dead on, as far as I can tell. And, after all, making the flaws in bodywork easier to spot is half the reason for primer! An EXTREMELY ambitious undertaking!
28/12/2009 10:21 am
Oh, you're too hard on yourself.......
Nobody gets the metalwork perfect on any project like this, scale or 1:1. A little spot glaze, some sanding, and another coat of primer, and you'll have a solid foundation for a super paint job.
I think you're doing a great job so far. Keep after it. It's looking awesome.
28/12/2009 1:34 pm
That's why you prime, my friend there's nothing like that spray matte finish to uncover every blemish, defect or improper curvatures. When you get close enough, use a sandable primer.
28/12/2009 8:39 pm
Great Job, Marlowe !
FYI, I'm keeping one of the guys at a particular diecast company appraised of your progress. There are a couple of companies who would be "just right" for building a line of these beasts and he works for one of them.
When you get ready, if I can help you with the decals, let me know.
28/12/2009 8:54 pm
Marlowe, nil desperandum.
28/12/2009 10:34 pm
All I can say is keep at it, Marlowe ... you're doing great and surely the result will be rewarding.
:))
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29/12/2009 5:14 am
Guys, thanks for all of the support and encouragement. Believe me, it...
...truly helps. Since I've been building and modifying models, I've always worked with plastic. This is the first project I've undertaken that involves this much metal work. As a rookie, I'm just taking the information I've learned from you guys and applying to this build.
Bill, in the past I've approached a couple of the manufacturers about building an AWB car too. At the time, they didn't see the viability in the model. However, if they decide to build one that will be absolutely great! Tell them they can count on me to buy one of each version they offer!
:D:)):)B-)
29/12/2009 8:09 am
I'll Be Buying One Each Too, Marlowe !