Once again, no in progress pictures for this one. This is 77 Pinto blended with a Grumpy Jenkins Pro Stock Vega. The Pinto body shell fit to a chassis pan made of the front of the Pinto, and the back of the Vega (tubbed for slicks).
The interior tub of the Vega fit perfectly inside the Pinto body, requiring only minor surgery on the rear glass. The engine is a resin supercharged Hemi from my spares. Color is Testors lacquer “Grabber Green” overlaid with Testors iridescent shimmer (glitter paint). I did a little back dating of the Pinto using the Vega bumpers, front and rear.
Gents. Here is layer 1 of the colors of the ruined castle the dragon goes on. A lot more highlighting, shading, and washes to go. Plus some more updated photos of the dragon.
I’ve decided on two kits I want to build, hopefully in time for the Richmond show, but if not then at least by April for NOVA’s. An ambitious goal given how slowly I build these days, but I need a challenge to get me motivated I think.
One is a 1/48 Bonanza. This will eventually be kept on my desk at work, where we work with these aircraft regularly. I’ve only ever built 2 other 1/48 planes, but the Bonanza is small so it won’t feel too massive I hope. Looking at how poor the landing gear details are I’m probably going to build it gear-up and utilize the stand they provide. Goal is to make it look like one we salvaged last year. Grey paint schemes aren’t very common and I think it looks more interesting (and easier to paint!) than white.
To recover from such a massive plane, the other is a super tiny 1/35 Harley WLA. My plan is to modify it and turn it into a post-war “bobber” by removing some parts and chopping up others. I’ve started on this one already and it’s going to be quick I think. Already chopped the rear fender, removed the front, etc. Still need to decide on a color and then figure out how to paint it….going to have to use a brush for most of it I imagine. Haven’t decided on what kind of base to put it on but I think it’s definitely going to need something to spice it up a little.
Hey gents. Here are a few photos of the Nazgul (?) and dragon. I put a ruler in there so you can see how big this thing is! I have started putting on via airbrush the initial coat-it has taken over 4 airbrush vials and it’s not even fully covered. Back to the hobby store to get some more paint!
Good day gents; what a great meeting! The food was great and the deserts were fantastic. The trucks on the model table were, as usual, awesome. The highlight of the meeting was the gift event. There was not much “stealing” cause we are so gentlemanly! The laughs and jokes were plenty and the camaraderie and holiday cheer was in full force.
Was everyone impressed with the Star Wars cruiser? Did you get a chance to see it with the lights off – you missed quite the show if you did. Remember, that cruiser was entirely scratchbuilt. What talent and skill we have in our chapter!
Welcome to our new member Joseph Haydu and his kids-even his son who is my nemesis!! haha.
The new shirts will be in for the next meeting; if anyone wants one who did not order one you need to get 5 buds to go in with you as the minimum order is 6.
Merry Christmas all; here’s to all get the kit they always wanted!
Good day gents, several of the chapter members plus a guest from the NOVA chapter participated in a 2 December make it take it event at Randolph Macon Academy in Front Royal. Chapter member Marcin organized the event and Randy, myself, and NOVA member Tim Bard helped out. NOVA gets a shout out for donating all the many kits for the event!
The students all seemed to have a good time and many kits were built in the 50 minute session – a pace that can put even Donovan and Ross under pressure to keep up with! The school allowed use of the cafeteria for the kids that showed. It was a good event and hopefully we launched the model hobby careers of several kids!
I just completed the 1/25 Revell level 5 Peterbilt 359 conventional tractor. It is quite the detailed kit with cab doors that open and close. I can say overall it’s a great kit with one flaw or exception. The tires that come with it are too skinny and super soft, they tend to compress on the finished model. Many builders have had this problem. I switched out the tires with some AMT truck tires and they look great.
The tractor is pretty much a box build with only a couple additions. Tires, aftermarket decals “Keep on trucking” made by Modeltruckin.com Jerry Reeter. The tool box on the rear of the sleeper was scratch built as the tool box comes as a flat piece of diamond plate with doors. Expanding it looks more realistic. The fuel tanks were wrapped using metal AC tape giving a more realistic metallic look. I added an Italeri light bar to the top of the tool box with emergency lights for an industrial look as well.
One struggle other builders may encounter is the door hinges. A bit tricky but easily solved.
Kit decals are quite nice as the stripes laid out cleanly.
Good day all. By a 3:1 margin you voted for a potluck meeting for December! By email to me please send me what you are going to bring so I can manage the logistics of the dishes. If we cannot go too heavy into folks bringing deserts that would be good- bring your favorite dish! I will bring, for example Shepherd’s Pie!
Scot had a good idea for folks to bring a wrapped hobby item or kit and we do a blind pick of the gifts as well. That is a good idea!
Hi Gents. Here is the Chinese female warrior bust so far. Just about set to paint in the oriental-themed flower print on the blue blouse. Wish me luck—-I may need it!
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