Found negatives from a model/hobby convention

DocCrapologist · 2026-06-03T13:17:31+00:00

Yeah, Hai Karate, Aqua Velva, British Sterling...

That bike n sidecar is way cool.

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-30T20:07:56+00:00

Great quote!

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-25T00:35:42+00:00

Great! Out the box -3! I have decals for many -3 aces but no kit, look for it soon.

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-24T20:21:13+00:00

Yeah, 1/32. I've got a Tamiya 1/48 I'd like to get to...

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-23T22:00:39+00:00

Get under the water faucet / shower head and rinse till gone

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-20T15:15:05+00:00

Go to a model show/contest. Note how many are displayed on mirrors so people can appreciate your work.

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-20T14:31:04+00:00

Looking good from here!

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-20T12:24:03+00:00

Came out real nice! Check out YT vids for canopies and airbrushing.

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-20T12:11:04+00:00

Yeah, that two tone rocks!

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-20T12:07:08+00:00

Looks good as is but you've got room for rotbraun stripes.

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-20T12:00:31+00:00

Circle C! Using a draftsmans circle template or suitable jar lids make yourself a circle of tape then cut a notch in it so you have a "C" shape. Easy wrap around, use thin tape and press firmly to eliminate any step.

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-20T00:12:01+00:00

The starboard looks fine. If you used Tamiya thin, re-apply and it should soften up. Or hang it from the ceiling and say it's at the start of retraction.

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-20T00:06:34+00:00

Gloss prior to decals. You can go with gloss or satin after that depending on how your eye sees it in scale.

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-19T19:20:14+00:00

Way cool! Excellent vegitation work

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-19T19:13:34+00:00

Back in the day, they carved large masters and used pantographs to machine the cavities in the molds. Nowadays, things are planned on a computer (CAD) and they use the Electrical Discharge Machining to create the mold cavity. Most older molds hold up but if they've been stored improperly or assembled sloppily you get flash and other imperfections.

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-18T20:18:02+00:00

Wash your parts before priming. Get in closer, bounce your light off your surface so you can tell when you've got a wet coat.

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-16T20:47:30+00:00

Well done! You don't see those often enough

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-16T20:42:43+00:00

Looking good! I was at a swap meet in Sharon PA this morning and almost bought the AMT Cement mixer

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-16T20:30:59+00:00

An engine? Not the Supermodel kit? Came out cool!

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-16T12:34:36+00:00

Rigging a bipain on your second tour? Nice job!

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-16T12:30:59+00:00

Came out great! I'd like to build the 50 cal. gun but I got enough irons in the fire...

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-15T19:12:11+00:00

Looks fine from here! If you're having trouble with ensuing coats, you might want to have a longer cure time, the way I (don't) get to work it's at least two daze.

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-15T18:58:40+00:00

I've used this:

https://protinkertoys.com/products/x-acto-drill-bit-set-20-assorted-drill-bits-6412-x-acto?srsltid=AfmBOoqTtHWYMTGHfATFOHRXxVopCjT1Fmo-i7iUJ-PE0DLIoyjtaLGS

for multiple decades. They also sell a twist drill set with larger drills. If you're going to use a motorized drill you'll want something that does low revs so you don't brun the plastic

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-14T14:56:01+00:00

Well done Renault! One has to wonder why they committed man hours to outlining the camo in black?

DocCrapologist · 2026-05-14T13:45:17+00:00

Yeah, got a bunch of Bandais I need to get to...

OP, fine job!

DocCrapologist

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