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  Topic: DERRIKE COPE names in white.
Rob Spires

Replies: 3
Views: 1303

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Sun May 07, 2023 1:39 pm   Subject: Re: DERRIKE COPE names in white.
Are there any DERRIKE COPE over the door names in white out there?

Upcoming project.

Jeff

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  Topic: Salvinos announcement.....
Rob Spires

Replies: 21
Views: 7291

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Wed Dec 21, 2022 4:55 pm   Subject: Salvinos announcement.....
This thread can only go downhill, and I don’t think any of the mods want to babysit it over Christmas, so I’m locking it now.
  Topic: Future Question
Rob Spires

Replies: 7
Views: 2535

PostForum: Nascar Tips and Tricks   Posted: Wed Dec 21, 2022 10:32 am   Subject: Future Question
I bought a new bottle of Future a couple of years ago and it has cracked every time I’ve used it over Tamiya acrylics. I’ve tried both airbrushing and brush painting it and the results look like y ...
  Topic: decals for sale
Rob Spires

Replies: 3
Views: 2352

PostForum: The Trading Post   Posted: Thu Oct 27, 2022 7:54 pm   Subject: decals for sale
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  Topic: Using my Monogram decals.
Rob Spires

Replies: 11
Views: 3966

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Sun Oct 09, 2022 2:57 pm   Subject: Using my Monogram decals.
They won’t tear, but the yellowed glue will show once they’re on the car. Fortunately it’s a yellow car, so it won’t be as noticeable. Some people have had luck putting them up to a window to ...
  Topic: Bobby Allison !972 Monte Carlo
Rob Spires

Replies: 6
Views: 4332

PostForum: Darkside Racers Corner 1948 - 1972   Posted: Sun Sep 25, 2022 1:22 pm   Subject: Bobby Allison !972 Monte Carlo
Someone correct me if I’m mistaken, but I believe the Allison kit pictured is the AMT version with the stockish frame and not the MPC “one size fits all” chassis. The roll cage in the AMT kit is ...
  Topic: 1991 Raybestos Buick
Rob Spires

Replies: 10
Views: 5179

PostForum: The Showroom   Posted: Wed Jul 06, 2022 4:07 pm   Subject: 1991 Raybestos Buick
Incredible work! Do you happen to have any of the noses for sale?
  Topic: Need a #52 SAI Lane Automotive decal of Butch Miller 1/24
Rob Spires

Replies: 2
Views: 2407

PostForum: The Trading Post   Posted: Thu May 19, 2022 4:49 pm   Subject: Need a #52 SAI Lane Automotive decal of Butch Miller 1/24
I have a spare that was sent to me by a generous member here. I’d be happy to pay it forward. Just PM me your address!
  Topic: 1989 BGN #42 Ames Pontiac
Rob Spires

Replies: 3
Views: 3222

PostForum: The Showroom   Posted: Wed Mar 16, 2022 1:02 pm   Subject: 1989 BGN #42 Ames Pontiac
Nice work. You’re really cranking out those Pontiacs!
  Topic: Nextgen Test Shots Photos
Rob Spires

Replies: 24
Views: 12575

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Tue Mar 15, 2022 9:44 am   Subject: Nextgen Test Shots Photos
On his Saturday morning show, Jim said that you’ll have to make sure the roll cage pieces are aligned properly for the body to fit over them. The test shots look really good, so I’m optimistic tha ...
  Topic: Riddle me this.....
Rob Spires

Replies: 5
Views: 4004

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Sat Mar 05, 2022 4:57 pm   Subject: Riddle me this.....
May be a prototype version of the scheme as the car always raced with blue numbers in a different font.
  Topic: 26 Steve Kinser 1995 Quaker State Ford Thunderbird
Rob Spires

Replies: 7
Views: 5312

PostForum: The Showroom   Posted: Tue Jan 18, 2022 10:21 am   Subject: 26 Steve Kinser 1995 Quaker State Ford Thunderbird
Great build and love your videos!
  Topic: Parts Help...
Rob Spires

Replies: 4
Views: 3363

PostForum: The Trading Post   Posted: Fri Jan 14, 2022 12:49 pm   Subject: Parts Help...
Ok, that’s the slab side. Unfortunately I don’t have those parts. Mine are for the other version of that car that curls under at the bottom of the doors.

Hopefully someone else will be able to ...
  Topic: Parts Help...
Rob Spires

Replies: 4
Views: 3363

PostForum: The Trading Post   Posted: Thu Jan 13, 2022 7:55 pm   Subject: Parts Help...
Do you need them for a curl side or slab side body?
  Topic: First Look At The Nexgen Kit
Rob Spires

Replies: 19
Views: 11496

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Thu Jan 13, 2022 7:52 pm   Subject: First Look At The Nexgen Kit
The trackside kits will sell. I buy several diecast cars per year, and the cheapest ones are $65 for cars that aren’t as nice as the first Revell Gen 6 snap kits. By eliminating the need to buy any ...
  Topic: Stuff For Sale Pt2
Rob Spires

Replies: 11
Views: 7347

PostForum: The Trading Post   Posted: Mon Nov 08, 2021 2:39 pm   Subject: Stuff For Sale Pt2
Is the Johan 442 still available?
  Topic: Anyone remember this short run publication?
Rob Spires

Replies: 8
Views: 5637

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Sun Oct 17, 2021 5:35 pm   Subject: Anyone remember this short run publication?
Yes! I’m jealous of your collection - I have about half of those. The modeling tips are great, and they had lots of pictures of seldom-seen Cup and BGN cars. In the pre-internet days, those were a ...
  Topic: Starter Resin Kit Questions
Rob Spires

Replies: 6
Views: 6865

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Fri Jul 30, 2021 4:40 pm   Subject: Starter Resin Kit Questions
Thanks for the great info m2joe, and I’ll keep you in mind MPR. I appreciate it guys!
  Topic: Starter Resin Kit Questions
Rob Spires

Replies: 6
Views: 6865

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Mon Jul 26, 2021 6:26 pm   Subject: Starter Resin Kit Questions
Hi guys, I just picked up my first Starter resin kit and I have a couple of questions:

First, do you have to soak it to remove mold release? I have some Westley’s but I’ve read the new formula ...
  Topic: Richard Petty 1989 POntiac
Rob Spires

Replies: 5
Views: 6962

PostForum: The Fab Shop   Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2021 8:47 am   Subject: Richard Petty 1989 POntiac
Great start! I really like the AMT kits. The Pontiac body is dead on and the chassis has great detail.
  Topic: 1982 T Bird Tim Richmond
Rob Spires

Replies: 11
Views: 11418

PostForum: Grayside Racers Corner 1973 - 1989   Posted: Mon Apr 19, 2021 11:48 am   Subject: 1982 T Bird Tim Richmond
Im pretty sure Lobographix does a set, though they dont have any listed right now. Id email them to check. Lobo43decals@yahoo.com.
  Topic: New Charger
Rob Spires

Replies: 101
Views: 64347

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Fri Apr 16, 2021 4:42 pm   Subject: New Charger
Ive been critical of them in the past but it looks like they nailed it with this one! I dont have one yet (waiting for the 71 from Mikes) but Im getting pretty anxious!
  Topic: New Charger
Rob Spires

Replies: 101
Views: 64347

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Tue Mar 30, 2021 2:28 pm   Subject: New Charger
This is the most excited Ive been about one of their offerings since the Olds was first announced. Im in for at least one of each version.
  Topic: Looking for Blue Ridge Tracy Leslie decals
Rob Spires

Replies: 1
Views: 3209

PostForum: The Trading Post   Posted: Wed Mar 17, 2021 8:26 pm   Subject: Looking for Blue Ridge Tracy Leslie decals
Hello, Im looking for a set of Blue Ridge #72 Detroit Gasket decals for Tracy Leslie. They used to be everywhere, but now they seem to have dried up. Any help is appreciated!
  Topic: New Camaro Kit!
Rob Spires

Replies: 43
Views: 28121

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Fri Mar 12, 2021 12:50 pm   Subject: New Camaro Kit!
They will also be doing the GEN7 car that will debut in 2022. They are hoping that will be released in Dec. of this year or Jan. 2022...

Good to hear! My initial concern was that they were priori ...
  Topic: New Camaro Kit!
Rob Spires

Replies: 43
Views: 28121

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Sat Feb 27, 2021 4:40 pm   Subject: New Camaro Kit!
It is possible to be excited about this kit while still questioning the timing. People will undoubtedly buy a gen 6 car (proven by the value of the Revell kits), but I believe it will quickly fall int ...
  Topic: Days of Thunder decal lot For Sale SOLD
Rob Spires

Replies: 3
Views: 4184

PostForum: The Trading Post   Posted: Thu Feb 25, 2021 6:46 am   Subject: Days of Thunder decal lot For Sale SOLD
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  Topic: Davey Allison 1992 "The Winston" winning car
Rob Spires

Replies: 20
Views: 18215

PostForum: The Fab Shop   Posted: Sun Jan 31, 2021 10:07 pm   Subject: Davey Allison 1992 "The Winston" winning car
Outstanding! I really like your extra detail on the seat padding.
  Topic: Bobby Allison 1972 season Monte Carlo window trim?
Rob Spires

Replies: 6
Views: 6852

PostForum: Darkside Racers Corner 1948 - 1972   Posted: Sun Jan 17, 2021 10:24 am   Subject: Bobby Allison 1972 season Monte Carlo window trim?
Even as a life - long Pepsi Drinker -- I WANT A PAIR OF THOSE COKE PANTS !

You just so happen to be in luck! Theyre sleep pants, but I must admit to owning a pair...

https://us.coca-cola.com/st ...
  Topic: 1964 Daytona 500 Winner Richard Petty Belvedere
Rob Spires

Replies: 11
Views: 9991

PostForum: The Fab Shop   Posted: Fri Jan 15, 2021 3:41 pm   Subject: 1964 Daytona 500 Winner Richard Petty Belvedere
Looks great! What did you use to make the asbestos mat?
  Topic: What size braided line for oil line?
Rob Spires

Replies: 5
Views: 5513

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Tue Dec 15, 2020 5:18 pm   Subject: What size braided line for oil line?
Thanks guys!
  Topic: Coming in 2021???
Rob Spires

Replies: 10
Views: 9891

PostForum: Road Racers, Drag Racers, Open Wheels, Modifieds, Late Models, ect   Posted: Tue Dec 15, 2020 1:22 pm   Subject: Coming in 2021???
Im excited to have these kits coming back. Even the 00s Model King reissues are prohibitively expensive, so I think it will be a good seller. Hopefully they release it with an inspired decal sheet! I ...
  Topic: What size braided line for oil line?
Rob Spires

Replies: 5
Views: 5513

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Tue Dec 15, 2020 1:16 pm   Subject: What size braided line for oil line?
Title pretty much says it all. What size braided line do you guys use to replicate oil lines?

I have numbers 1, 2, and 3 from detail master, but theyre all too small. Im thinking it will be numbe ...
  Topic: We are FAMOUS
Rob Spires

Replies: 12
Views: 9598

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Mon Dec 07, 2020 10:56 pm   Subject: We are FAMOUS
Im going to lock this one. I feel like all sides have had a fair say and theres nowhere for this to go but down.
  Topic: Davey ARCA decals
Rob Spires

Replies: 6
Views: 10185

PostForum: Grayside Racers Corner 1973 - 1989   Posted: Fri Nov 13, 2020 8:03 am   Subject: Davey ARCA decals
This car? Mikes Decals has them listed as coming soon.

https://media.fotki.com/2v2HhoFRyxw4dm.jpg

https://media.fotki.com/2v2HhoFLjxw4dm.jpg
  Topic: what is the point of the Salvino kits ?????? I don't get it?
Rob Spires

Replies: 33
Views: 23519

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Thu Nov 05, 2020 10:05 pm   Subject: what is the point of the Salvino kits ?????? I don't get it?
Make your feelings known, then go out and buy a better kit.

Isnt it possible to make our feelings known, then work with the kits we have? Thats what I see in the threads. I wont speak for other ...
  Topic: what is the point of the Salvino kits ?????? I don't get it?
Rob Spires

Replies: 33
Views: 23519

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Thu Nov 05, 2020 9:23 pm   Subject: what is the point of the Salvino kits ?????? I don't get it?
Don't think he questioned your "right". I think his point is the people who have griped from the beginning of all things "Salvinos" will do the same about the Charger.

If you r ...
  Topic: what is the point of the Salvino kits ?????? I don't get it?
Rob Spires

Replies: 33
Views: 23519

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Thu Nov 05, 2020 8:38 pm   Subject: what is the point of the Salvino kits ?????? I don't get it?
Mark my word as soon if not sooner when the Charger kits come out the same ones aren't going to like them and pick them apart like a buzzard on a gut wagon.

I reserve the right to like or not like ...
  Topic: Salivino's Lemans Random Thought
Rob Spires

Replies: 85
Views: 70113

PostForum: Grayside Racers Corner 1973 - 1989   Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2020 11:45 am   Subject: Salivino's Lemans Random Thought
I just got mine yesterday. Ive been critical of them in the past, but I agree there have been some great builds posted lately, so I decided to give it a go.

My major concern with this one has been ...
  Topic: Mark Martin's #32 Winn Dixie Lumina
Rob Spires

Replies: 13
Views: 12482

PostForum: The Showroom   Posted: Wed Oct 14, 2020 7:27 am   Subject: Mark Martin's #32 Winn Dixie Lumina
As others pointed out, Mark DNQd the Ford, so they bought Dale Jarretts Chevy for the race. Presumably because Winn Dixie was such a high profile sponsor. I guess Roush is still listed as the owner ...
  Topic: Replicating Sand in Scale
Rob Spires

Replies: 10
Views: 9279

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Fri Oct 09, 2020 9:02 pm   Subject: Replicating Sand in Scale
Great idea! Poking around the spice cabinet it looks like we have some garlic powder that will be perfect. Its a little pungent, but maybe sprinkled and sealed with flat clear it wont be noticeable. ...
  Topic: Replicating Sand in Scale
Rob Spires

Replies: 10
Views: 9279

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Fri Oct 09, 2020 7:30 am   Subject: Replicating Sand in Scale
I have considered real sand but Im afraid it will be out of scale. Ive had good success with real dirt by putting it into a ziploc bag and hitting it with a rubber mallet to make a fine powder befor ...
  Topic: Replicating Sand in Scale
Rob Spires

Replies: 10
Views: 9279

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Wed Oct 07, 2020 5:23 pm   Subject: Replicating Sand in Scale
Yes, I was looking to put sand on the car, though putting the car on sand could be a fun and simple diorama idea. Ill look into the MiG and embossing powder. Thanks guys!
  Topic: Replicating Sand in Scale
Rob Spires

Replies: 10
Views: 9279

PostForum: Nascar Modeling Discussion   Posted: Tue Oct 06, 2020 9:08 pm   Subject: Replicating Sand in Scale
Im currently on Gober Sosebees Sportsman car that raced on Daytona Beach. My goal is to slightly weather it as raced. Im having satisfactory results misting silver acrylic craft paint followed by a ...
  Topic: Fixing the ride height on the Amt mod stocker Chevelle
Rob Spires

Replies: 5
Views: 7675

PostForum: Road Racers, Drag Racers, Open Wheels, Modifieds, Late Models, ect   Posted: Mon Sep 07, 2020 6:29 pm   Subject: Fixing the ride height on the Amt mod stocker Chevelle
Thanks for the tip! I got as far as cutting the rear clip off of mine before my enthusiasm ran out. I may need to pick it up again!
  Topic: Salivino's Lemans Random Thought
Rob Spires

Replies: 85
Views: 70113

PostForum: Grayside Racers Corner 1973 - 1989   Posted: Tue Sep 01, 2020 9:34 pm   Subject: Salivino's Lemans Random Thought
What a nice kit that would have been!
  Topic: Answer to slow mail??
Rob Spires

Replies: 36
Views: 26979

PostForum: The Social Hall   Posted: Mon Aug 31, 2020 7:08 am   Subject: Answer to slow mail??
The NY Post is a tabloid that used an uncited source. I would argue that this is more credible information:

https://bipartisanpolicy.org/blog/is-voting-by-mail-safe-and-reliable-we-asked-state-and- ...
  Topic: 1995 Sterling Marlin #4 Kodak
Rob Spires

Replies: 6
Views: 7322

PostForum: The Showroom   Posted: Thu Aug 27, 2020 6:10 pm   Subject: 1995 Sterling Marlin #4 Kodak
Beautiful job! This one is on my list at some point.
  Topic: Salivino's Lemans Random Thought
Rob Spires

Replies: 85
Views: 70113

PostForum: Grayside Racers Corner 1973 - 1989   Posted: Wed Aug 26, 2020 8:52 am   Subject: Salivino's Lemans Random Thought


So I need to take issue with this a bit.

I have been on this board for a long, long, long time. I've built well over 100 NASCAR models and have contributed quite a bit to the community here an ...
  Topic: Salivino's Lemans Random Thought
Rob Spires

Replies: 85
Views: 70113

PostForum: Grayside Racers Corner 1973 - 1989   Posted: Tue Aug 25, 2020 8:55 pm   Subject: Salivino's Lemans Random Thought
Not on anybody's payroll, I have enough stress in life and i have always built models for fun and am thankful somebody is putting new stuff out there to build and i guess i am a cup half full type of ...
 
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