What did you get today? (Model Car Related Items)

[unclescott58]

1 hour ago, stitchdup said:

the humbrol enamels are good, especially the old tins but they are getting harder to find. the acrylics seem to have sand added at some point during manyfacuring cos none of them are any good. i bought a joblot of 80 pots and none were any use except adding texture. strangely the acrylics they make for their warhammer stuff are really good paints

The paint that came with the kit are acrylics. 

[Ace-Garageguy]

Got in a box of beautiful stuff from Model Builder's Warehouse, including one each of the 3D printed transaxles Randy announced recently.

After I load the photos in the computer, I may post some here.

[unclescott58]

12 hours ago, cobraman said:

I have and built that kit but mine did not come with any paints.

Ray, I saw your thread showing the car partially built. I can not find a thread of it completely build. I assume you you finished it. And it turned out great. 

[espo]

21 hours ago, Mike C. said:

My Chevy van kit arrived as well as some shifters and parts from rsmodels (Rich). Just came from HL and grabbed a '67 GTO kit and some paint. Another package expected today. Man! My credit card is taking a beating this month.  Next week, I can focus on painting as that humidity has backed off a bit.

I like the Van. Does this kit also have a stock grill?

[Mike C.]

4 minutes ago, espo said:

I like the Van. Does this kit also have a stock grill?

I wish it did David. Modlblder (Tom) is sending me one that he got at a swap meet. I also like the stock grill.

[Mike C.]

You hear that Revell. Everyone wants this kit only with the stock grill.

[OldNYJim]

Took advantage of Hobby Lobby clearing some of their kits out - there was a bunch of others but these were the three that grabbed me…

The ‘40 is molded in bright yellow, and the Vette in bright orange, both of which surprised me a little

[TooOld]

8 hours ago, CabDriver said:

Took advantage of Hobby Lobby clearing some of their kits out - there was a bunch of others but these were the three that grabbed me…

 

That '70 is a really nice kit , wouldn't mind finding one myself !  Those are some great prices , unfortunately the HL near me really blows and never discounts any models . 

[Mike C.]

Got my  Ford surfer van(mostly for the decals and extras) the camping set, and some stuff l need. 

[#1 model citizen]

On 9/10/2022 at 2:24 PM, unclescott58 said:

In today’s mail, AMT’s (Matchbox) 1/32 scale MG TC. And from Scale Model Supplies (a local hobby store, referred affectionately to as “the Dungeon”), Airfix’s 1/32 scale Ford 3 Litre GT. 

 

The MG is cool! I have had good results with the older Humbrol enamel paints. I bought a bunch during a close out maybe 30 years ago and most are still quite usable. I’ve bought some more recently but have not worked with them much, but they seem ok. I did try mixing some with some Model Masters paint and airbrushed the mix. The result was less than desirable but I think that had more to do with my inexperience with the airbrush. It didn’t look any worse then the previous failed attempts. I will have to give it another shot now that I’ve prepped the body for the 4th time?

Edited September 12, 2022 by #1 model citizen

[Dpate]

14 hours ago, CabDriver said:

Took advantage of Hobby Lobby clearing some of their kits out - there was a bunch of others but these were the three that grabbed me…

The ‘40 is molded in bright yellow, and the Vette in bright orange, both of which surprised me a little

I never find good deals like that at hobby lobby.  I usually find them at ollie's, but i haven't seen a kit at ollie's in almost a year. Didn't revell germany re release those fast & furious kits? 

Edited September 12, 2022 by Dpate

[Dpate]

1 hour ago, Mike C. said:

Got my  Ford surfer van(mostly for the decals and extras) the camping set, and some stuff l need. 

Guess you could say  Broooo, that's knarly dudeeeeeeee ?

[unclescott58]

9 hours ago, #1 model citizen said:

The MG is cool! I have had good results with the older Humbrol enamel paints. I bought a bunch during a close out maybe 30 years ago and most are still quite usable. I’ve bought some more recently but have not worked with them much, but they seem ok. I did try mixing some with some Model Masters paint and airbrushed the mix. The result was less than desirable but I think that had more to do with my inexperience with the airbrush. It didn’t look any worse then the previous failed attempts. I will have to give it another shot now that I’ve prepped the body for the 4th time?

I’ll stay with my Tamiya paint. Over all it’s good stuff. Rarely have I been disappointed with anything I’ve ever purchased with the Tamiya brand name. 

[slusher]

On 9/10/2022 at 3:30 PM, catpack68 said:

Mail call today

Nice haul!

On 9/10/2022 at 3:41 PM, cobraman said:

Garbage day today .  Got the trash truck from Burbank House of Hobbies .  Great place to order from . Fair prices and quick shipping . 

Ray let us know what you think of the kit!

On 9/10/2022 at 5:48 PM, Modlbldr said:

I attended my club's model contest and swap meet today. Won a third place in the motorcycle category with my Revell Chopper and picked up a few things.

Chevy Wrecker, 33 Willys van, 53 Stude, Jag XKE -all sealed inside, VW parts kit to complete.a parts kit I have, GT 40 is started but complete. Wheels are AMT 68 Mustang, MPC Pontiac, what I think are Ford Hubcaps and three sets of Ansen 5 slot wheels, as well as 32 Ford firewalls, 60's skirts, a two pack of scoops and a pair af aluminum side pipes. Oh, and a 50's bumper and 72 Chevy bed. Not bad for $60!

Came home to a package from Jphillips that included a rebuilder 65 Caddy! Great day!

Later-

 

Congratulations sir and nic haul!

[stinkybritches]

I received this from Hobby Link Japan. 

[slusher]

Nice looking kit..

[Bill Eh?]

New to me LHS in Toronto. Argama Hobbies. They cater to Gundam/anime, but have a good selection of cars from Japanese kit makers.

 

[Dpate]

Got these since i work for pepsi, besides loving bikes too.  The surgical blades #11 are a first for me and WOW what a difference over x-acto blades.  Thinner blades and closer cleaner cut, and they'll be used exclusively for BMF maybe decals too? But that's what decal scissors are for.

 

[TransAmMike]

24 minutes ago, Dpate said:

Got these since i work for pepsi, besides loving bikes too.  The surgical blades #11 are a first for me and WOW what a difference over x-acto blades.  Thinner blades and closer cleaner cut, and they'll be used exclusively for BMF maybe decals too? But that's what decal scissors are for.

 

Glad you discovered the surgical blades. I've using disposible #11's for a long time.

[Dpate]

9 minutes ago, TransAmMike said:

Glad you discovered the surgical blades. I've using disposible #11's for a long time.

Yeah i just got to get a pair of cutters so i can cut half the end off to fit in my tamiya x-acto handle.  The surgical blade handle isn't bad - i just prefer the feel of the tamiya handle. It just had that perfect balance to me.

Edited September 14, 2022 by Dpate

[#1 model citizen]

39 minutes ago, Dpate said:

Got these since i work for pepsi, besides loving bikes too.  The surgical blades #11 are a first for me and WOW what a difference over x-acto blades.  Thinner blades and closer cleaner cut, and they'll be used exclusively for BMF maybe decals too? But that's what decal scissors are for.

 

I have not seen these models in the Pepsi livery. Very cool! I love Pepsi products, Coca Cola not so much. It’s great to see something besides Coca Cola on an AMT kit! Do I have to work for Pepsi to get one? (I did work for Pepsi loading trucks one summer in the ‘70’s. Does that count?)

I’ll have to check out the surgical blades too!

[Dpate]

11 minutes ago, #1 model citizen said:

I have not seen these models in the Pepsi livery. Very cool! I love Pepsi products, Coca Cola not so much. It’s great to see something besides Coca Cola on an AMT kit! Do I have to work for Pepsi to get one? (I did work for Pepsi loading trucks one summer in the ‘70’s. Does that count?)

I’ll have to check out the surgical blades too!

lol No. I got them from eBay and the blades from Amazon.  Yeah Coca Cola is on EVERYTHING for Christ sake. I’m trying to find Pepsi decals for tractor trailers, but haven’t had any luck yet. 

Edited September 14, 2022 by Dpate

[#1 model citizen]

1 hour ago, Bill Eh? said:

New to me LHS in Toronto. Argama Hobbies. They cater to Gundam/anime, but have a good selection of cars from Japanese kit makers.

 

Hmmmm. The cat’s out of the bag but the models aren’t? ?

[#1 model citizen]

3 minutes ago, Dpate said:

lol No. I got them from eBay and the blades from Amazon.  Yeah Coca Cola is on EVERYTHING for Christ sake. I’m trying to find Pepsi decals for tractor trailers, but haven’t had any luck yet. 

If you do let me know!

[Mike C.]

0Got my hood tach from Leica007. Thanks again Lei.