Models

[Sivi70980]

No not those kinds. Models of cars and such. Haven’t done anything like this is over 20 years and got a wild hair to build one. Supported the local hobby store and selected a ‘66 GTO for the first go coming back to this. I think it came out pretty good considering I only used 1 brush and no paint booth. Sprayed on cardboard on the garage floor so dust was inevitable. Paint selections were limited at the hobby store so went with a green and added some glitter spray and finished with a clear. About 15 coats total on the body. Now that it’s done, I’ve ordered a ‘69 BOSS 302 and some tools to do a much better job hopefully.

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[Bobn57]

No not those kinds. Models of cars and such. Haven’t done anything like this is over 20 years and got a wild hair to build one. Supported the local hobby store and selected a ‘66 GTO for the first go coming back to this. I think it came out pretty good considering I only used 1 brush and no paint booth. Sprayed on cardboard on the garage floor so dust was inevitable. Paint selections were limited at the hobby store so went with a green and added some glitter spray and finished with a clear. About 15 coats total on the body. Now that it’s done, I’ve ordered a ‘69 BOSS 302 and some tools to do a much better job hopefully.

looks like some orange peel in that paint job You're motivating me to make a metal P51D model my son got me for Christmas.

 

[Sivi70980]

looks like some orange peel in that paint job You're motivating me to make a metal P51D model my son got me for Christmas.

It was a practice model for sure. I'll be going super slow and focused on the next one. Even got some 12000-32000 polishing sheets to really get it shining. Also got some cardboard from work to make a paint booth of sorts to try and limit dust. Kind of excited to build it and it's not even here yet. I also intend on building a display shelf/case for them at some point.

A metal P51 sounds awesome too! My favorite old planes would be the Corsair and the P38 Lightning. F4 Phantom is up there too and of course my all time favorite plane is the A10 Warthog. Maybe I'll do a P51 to display behind the mustang I'm doing next. I haven't ever built a plane model.

 

[GeorgeC]

It was a practice model for sure. I'll be going super slow and focused on the next one. Even got some 12000-32000 polishing sheets to really get it shining. Also got some cardboard from work to make a paint booth of sorts to try and limit dust. Kind of excited to build it and it's not even here yet. I also intend on building a display shelf/case for them at some point.

A metal P51 sounds awesome too! My favorite old planes would be the Corsair and the P38 Lightning. F4 Phantom is up there too and of course my all time favorite plane is the A10 Warthog. Maybe I'll do a P51 to display behind the mustang I'm doing next. I haven't ever built a plane model.

When I was younger I used to build the engine nacelles on the real A10 for fairchild republic.

 

[The Demon]

No not those kinds. Models of cars and such. Haven’t done anything like this is over 20 years and got a wild hair to build one. Supported the local hobby store and selected a ‘66 GTO for the first go coming back to this. I think it came out pretty good considering I only used 1 brush and no paint booth. Sprayed on cardboard on the garage floor so dust was inevitable. Paint selections were limited at the hobby store so went with a green and added some glitter spray and finished with a clear. About 15 coats total on the body. Now that it’s done, I’ve ordered a ‘69 BOSS 302 and some tools to do a much better job hopefully.

Have you noticed that everything is much straighter and in line compared to when you were younger and didn't care as much?

And don't get me started on the 15 coats. Looks good.

 

[Bobn57]

It was a practice model for sure. I'll be going super slow and focused on the next one. Even got some 12000-32000 polishing sheets to really get it shining. Also got some cardboard from work to make a paint booth of sorts to try and limit dust. Kind of excited to build it and it's not even here yet. I also intend on building a display shelf/case for them at some point.

A metal P51 sounds awesome too! My favorite old planes would be the Corsair and the P38 Lightning. F4 Phantom is up there too and of course my all time favorite plane is the A10 Warthog. Maybe I'll do a P51 to display behind the mustang I'm doing next. I haven't ever built a plane model.

you may want to pick up a small compressor and air brush. I haven't used mine in years but they would do well for modeling. The P51D is a stamped metal model. I haven't taken it apart yet. I'm sure I'll need the dremel for all the spurs. A10 would be an awesome model ....the plane not the transmission growing up was all military models and rat rods!

 

[Sivi70980]

When I was younger I used to build the engine nacelles on the real A10 for fairchild republic.

Awesome!! I got to see some in Afghanistan because of my job and was in heaven. LOVED hearing them shoot too!

 

[Sivi70980]

Have you noticed that everything is much straighter and in line compared to when you were younger and didn't care as much?

And don't get me started on the 15 coats. Looks good.

Thank you! I did have a small run because patience (or lack of!) but you can barely notice. The glitter paint was fun but not sure I'll use it again. I was going more for a silver shine but it still looks good.

 

[Sivi70980]

you may want to pick up a small compressor and air brush. I haven't used mine in years but they would do well for modeling. The P51D is a stamped metal model. I haven't taken it apart yet. I'm sure I'll need the dremel for all the spurs. A10 would be an awesome model ....the plane not the transmission growing up was all military models and rat rods!

Only military model I did was with my dad when we built an aircraft carrier. Everything else was cars. I do remember at one point I was taking the bigger engines from one and putting it on other ones I wanted to modify. Instead of cutting hoods I would just throw them away lol.

I always wanted an air brush! I may have to look into it for the next next one hahah.

 

[The Demon]

Only military model I did was with my dad when we built an aircraft carrier. Everything else was cars. I do remember at one point I was taking the bigger engines from one and putting it on other ones I wanted to modify. Instead of cutting hoods I would just throw them away lol.

I always wanted an air brush! I may have to look into it for the next next one hahah.

I did that too. I would swap wheels from one car to the other. My first mods!

 

[Sivi70980]

I did that too. I would swap wheels from one car to the other. My first mods!

I actually got custom wheels for this mustang I'm doing. Model Roundup is an awesome place to shop!

 

[Sivi70980]

The model

https://www.modelroundup.com/1969-Boss-302-Mustang-p/rmx-4313.htm

The Wheels

https://www.modelroundup.com/product-p/pgs-1274.htm

Also got this stand and am going to make a carboard paint booth around it.

https://www.modelroundup.com/Spray-Work-Painting-Stand-Set-p/tam-74522.htm

 

[The Demon]

The model

https://www.modelroundup.com/1969-Boss-302-Mustang-p/rmx-4313.htm

The Wheels

https://www.modelroundup.com/product-p/pgs-1274.htm

Also got this stand and am going to make a carboard paint booth around it.

https://www.modelroundup.com/Spray-Work-Painting-Stand-Set-p/tam-74522.htm

I will check this place out. I can't believe they sell wheels and tires. That's pretty cool.

 

[Bobn57]

now im gonna date myself....i was into the HO slot cars growing up and always changing out tires, motors, modding the bodies etc. I had a Mattel Vac U Form. used to make new car bodies from old ones....it was a blast. Now everyone has 3D printers! (except me)

 

[Sivi70980]

now im gonna date myself....i was into the HO slot cars growing up and always changing out tires, motors, modding the bodies etc. I had a Mattel Vac U Form. used to make new car bodies from old ones....it was a blast. Now everyone has 3D printers! (except me)

I would have loved this as a kid for sure!!

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