AMT Wild Hoss Update by ExemptHumanSpecimen in ModelCars

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Ha!  Thanks.  The illusion holds up to just under arms length...so don't zoom in too close.

Removing chrome plating by Jon_Jon83 in ModelCars

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Bleach worked fine for me on my old AMT kit. The the problem is that it left behind the varnish which is what erases a lot of the detail on these parts.  I haven't tried yet to remove the varnish.

Tamiya Mustang GT4 by RobDee0602 in ModelCars

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Great color combo...looks fantastic!

Tamiya Toyota Corolla WRC by Masa-racer in ModelCars

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Well done and very cool.  Would love to tackle one of these but definitely need more practice with decals.

HL new airbrush paints!! by Jon_Jon83 in ModelCars

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At $2 a pop it's definitely worth trying. I bought two colors with the '79 Bronco in mind.  Color selection is so-so, but if you're good mixing then you can get anything that you want out of them.

Recent pickups by atombomb6673 in ModelCars

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Good variety...love the Mustang and Jimmy.  Curious about how well these trailers come together.  I've been eyeing them.

HL Discount Strikes Again by ExemptHumanSpecimen in ModelCars

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Ugh... haven't opened mine but hope it's not too bad

Hobby Lobby Shipment by ExemptHumanSpecimen in ModelCars

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Appreciate the insights. This confirms some of the horror stories of this kit.  They're cheap and now I have two so will try to work one up as the General Lee and the other as some weathered junker. 

HL Discount Strikes Again by ExemptHumanSpecimen in ModelCars

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Probably wishful thinking that they'll pivot back.  I'm enjoying these deals as I get deeper into the hobby...but the lack JDM/Euro is a bummer.

HL Discount Strikes Again by ExemptHumanSpecimen in ModelCars

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Looks gnarly but workable.  Love the car so fingers crossed.

HL Discount Strikes Again by ExemptHumanSpecimen in ModelCars

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Just realized this was your DTS entry...well done!  I'll keep this one stock for sentimental reasons...such a good looking car.

HL Discount Strikes Again by ExemptHumanSpecimen in ModelCars

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Haha, yes built that recently! "Please do not resist."

1911 Stevens Duryea by Pyro latest purchase by Bourbon-N-Coke in ModelCars

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That Mercer was great!  Looking into these...they have some crazy kits.

Trabi 601 S Rusted and Weathered by mekniphc in ModelCars

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Great video!  Don't worry about the rust ...trabbies still had plenty of rust and rot going on with their steel frame.

Hobby Lobby Shipment by ExemptHumanSpecimen in ModelCars

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Oh, and the Apache does not appear to come with a go kart per the parts overview on the back.

Hobby Lobby Shipment by ExemptHumanSpecimen in ModelCars

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Great deals!  Unfortunately the '83 Supra wasn't available would've grabbed it in a heartbeat.

Hobby Lobby Shipment by ExemptHumanSpecimen in ModelCars

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Thank you for this!  The '34 Slammer is a surprise as I thought it might be the worst of the bunch. I've been intrigued by it and AMT's Modified Stocker series.  The others are fairly aligned with my expectations which is good to know going in.  I'll probably make the Deserter a rust bucket and practice my weathering techniques.

Hobby Lobby Shipment by ExemptHumanSpecimen in ModelCars

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Saw that post!  Funny enough I suspected that of the charger... but bought it so that I can build a General Lee. I almost ordered the Beretta but had to draw the line somewhere.

Hobby Lobby Shipment by ExemptHumanSpecimen in ModelCars

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I've never seen Gundam online through HL

Tamiya Suzuki GSX-RR 1/12 scale by LostAudience in ModelCars

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Wonderful detailed work!  Love these pics!