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Topic: Moonshine Number One |
volkerc
Replies: 4
Views: 805
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Forum: Street and Muscle Cars Posted: Sun Feb 11, 2024 11:10 am Subject: Moonshine Number One |
Awesome! |
Topic: 'Moonshine on Ice' diorama |
volkerc
Replies: 4
Views: 628
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Forum: Street and Muscle Cars Posted: Sun Feb 11, 2024 11:09 am Subject: 'Moonshine on Ice' diorama |
Very cool! |
Topic: Holman Moody Race Hauler w/David Pearson 66 Fairlane |
volkerc
Replies: 26
Views: 5472
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Sat Nov 18, 2023 4:08 pm Subject: Holman Moody Race Hauler w/David Pearson 66 Fairlane |
Love it! |
Topic: Corvette/Cheetah |
volkerc
Replies: 9
Views: 2211
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Sun Oct 29, 2023 3:37 am Subject: Corvette/Cheetah |
Cool |
Topic: #17 Tide MC SS |
volkerc
Replies: 12
Views: 6783
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Mon Oct 23, 2023 11:36 am Subject: #17 Tide MC SS |
Love it! |
Topic: Bob Glidden's Pro Stock Motorcraft Thunderbird |
volkerc
Replies: 4
Views: 11311
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Forum: Road Racers, Drag Racers, Open Wheels, Modifieds, Late Models, ect Posted: Sun Oct 22, 2023 10:15 am Subject: Bob Glidden's Pro Stock Motorcraft Thunderbird |
Done in the 90's.
Model Kit: Revell 7167
Paint: Automotive 2k, decals clear coated
Figure: Jimmy Flintstone JF51 Julie the Hooters Girl
http://www.forum.starwars-figuren.com/forum/nascar/bo ... |
Topic: Tony Foti's L.A.P.D. Camaro |
volkerc
Replies: 2
Views: 1165
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Forum: Road Racers, Drag Racers, Open Wheels, Modifieds, Late Models, ect Posted: Sun Oct 22, 2023 9:56 am Subject: Tony Foti's L.A.P.D. Camaro |
Had to build this twice as the first was smashed to pieces on a trip to a
model contest during transport. Also done a long time ago in the 90's
Model Kit: Revell 7423
Paint: Automotive 2k, deca ... |
Topic: Goodyear Tire stencils/decals |
volkerc
Replies: 8
Views: 20060
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Forum: Nascar Tips and Tricks Posted: Sat Oct 21, 2023 4:33 am Subject: Goodyear Tire stencils/decals |
Ordered a production stencil which has just arrived and did a quick paintjob and photo.
This is now the production stencil you would get if you were to
order one. More detail for the winged shoe , ... |
Topic: Goodyear Tire stencils/decals |
volkerc
Replies: 8
Views: 20060
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Forum: Nascar Tips and Tricks Posted: Tue Oct 17, 2023 3:31 pm Subject: Goodyear Tire stencils/decals |
It is now available to order with some slight improvements.
https://mbm-munich.com/____impro/1/onewebmedia/Good%20Year%20mit%20Linien%20neu.jpg?etag=%22d701-652ee698%22&sourceContentType=imag ... |
Topic: Another MPC Rat Trap Vega |
volkerc
Replies: 17
Views: 4333
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2023 12:28 pm Subject: Another MPC Rat Trap Vega |
Looks very realistic! |
Topic: Rusty Wallace #27 Pontiac Grand Prix AMT Ertl |
volkerc
Replies: 10
Views: 2598
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Mon Oct 16, 2023 11:08 am Subject: Rusty Wallace #27 Pontiac Grand Prix AMT Ertl |
You must keep it in a sealed environment. It has held up very well. Beautiful build.Yup, sat in an AMT Display case stored away from sunlight. Thank you for your kind words, and thanks to everybody wh ... |
Topic: MPC Rat Trap Vega Paint Issues |
volkerc
Replies: 4
Views: 1388
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Forum: Nascar Modeling Discussion Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2023 3:43 pm Subject: MPC Rat Trap Vega Paint Issues |
Fish eyes means the parts you are spraying are dirty. Need to clean it with silicone remover. If you don't have one you can try a rag with thinner. Don't overdue the thinner. |
Topic: Stroker Ace Thunderbird first build |
volkerc
Replies: 5
Views: 2194
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2023 3:39 pm Subject: Stroker Ace Thunderbird first build |
Looks great - really like the stock grill on this build.
Thank you.
It is the correct grill for Stroker's car. Those that come with the Nascar kits are incorrrect. Made a mistake on the first buil ... |
Topic: F1 Williams Renault FW-14b Nigel Mansell |
volkerc
Replies: 2
Views: 1542
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Forum: Road Racers, Drag Racers, Open Wheels, Modifieds, Late Models, ect Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2023 11:04 am Subject: F1 Williams Renault FW-14b Nigel Mansell |
Built some 30 years ago when I still had a steady hand and better eyesight.
Model Kit: Hasegawa
http://www.forum.starwars-figuren.com/forum/nascar/mansell1.jpg
http://www.forum.starwars-fig ... |
Topic: Revell Christine 58 Plymouth Dragster |
volkerc
Replies: 2
Views: 1158
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Forum: Road Racers, Drag Racers, Open Wheels, Modifieds, Late Models, ect Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2023 10:46 am Subject: Revell Christine 58 Plymouth Dragster |
Built some 30 years ago when I still had a steady hand and better eyesight.
Model Kit: Revell #85-7350
http://www.forum.starwars-figuren.com/forum/nascar/plymouthchristinedragster1.jpg
http:/ ... |
Topic: Jungle Jim Vega Funny Car |
volkerc
Replies: 6
Views: 2095
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Forum: Road Racers, Drag Racers, Open Wheels, Modifieds, Late Models, ect Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2023 10:32 am Subject: Jungle Jim Vega Funny Car |
Built some 30 years ago when I still had a steady hand and better eyesight.
Model Kit: Revell 7356
http://www.forum.starwars-figuren.com/forum/nascar/junglejim1.jpg
http://www.forum.starwar ... |
Topic: Stroker Ace Thunderbird first build |
volkerc
Replies: 5
Views: 2194
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2023 10:06 am Subject: Stroker Ace Thunderbird first build |
Built some 30 years ago when I still had a steady hand and better eyesight.
Model Kit: Monogram 6368 Rookie of the Year 2 pack
Grill: 2738-0100 Thunderbird
Paint: Automotive 2k, Clear Coated deca ... |
Topic: Rusty Wallace #27 Pontiac Grand Prix AMT Ertl |
volkerc
Replies: 10
Views: 2598
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Sun Oct 15, 2023 9:40 am Subject: Rusty Wallace #27 Pontiac Grand Prix AMT Ertl |
Built some 30 years ago when I still had a steady hand and better eyesight.
Model Kit: AMT ERTL #6961
http://www.forum.starwars-figuren.com/forum/nascar/rustwallacepontiac1.jpg
http://www ... |
Topic: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
volkerc
Replies: 14
Views: 3623
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Thu Oct 12, 2023 9:12 am Subject: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
Very fine work on your Earnhardt build.
Thank you for your kind words.
Have you ever broken a body racing on that fine looking track you have created?
Thankfully no. Only lost a rare cha ... |
Topic: Goodyear Tire stencils/decals |
volkerc
Replies: 8
Views: 20060
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Forum: Nascar Tips and Tricks Posted: Thu Oct 12, 2023 5:51 am Subject: Goodyear Tire stencils/decals |
Just got a message, it is in production now. Seller tweaked it a bit more. Can be found as Template 10 on his page now.
https://mbm-munich.com/produkte/reifenlackierschablonen-templates.html |
Topic: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
volkerc
Replies: 14
Views: 3623
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Thu Oct 12, 2023 5:49 am Subject: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
but hopefully it will be available soon!
Just got a message, it is in production now. Seller tweaked it a bit more. Can be found as Template 10 on his page now.
https://mbm-munich.com/produk ... |
Topic: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
volkerc
Replies: 14
Views: 3623
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Thu Oct 12, 2023 1:06 am Subject: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
why yellow, blue and red wheel stripes?Because that's the way Dale crossed the finish line. Taken from reference pics.
He crossed the line with one of Skinners rims/tires. Left rear even has the 31 s ... |
Topic: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
volkerc
Replies: 14
Views: 3623
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Wed Oct 11, 2023 10:29 am Subject: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
, but hopefully it will be available soon!
Yes it will be available "soon". Had asked him to place a link, pre-order or coming soon page for everybody interested. If allowed on here I ... |
Topic: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
volkerc
Replies: 14
Views: 3623
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Tue Oct 10, 2023 3:53 pm Subject: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
Hey Where did you get that template from? I've checked their site and they don't have the one with #1.
I have all of the other Good Year templates but would love to get my hands on that one. Got it ... |
Topic: Mudder for Me Brudder |
volkerc
Replies: 5
Views: 1641
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Tue Oct 10, 2023 3:33 pm Subject: Mudder for Me Brudder |
Great build! |
Topic: cutting the kit plastic glass??? |
volkerc
Replies: 7
Views: 2014
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Forum: Nascar Modeling Discussion Posted: Tue Oct 10, 2023 3:32 pm Subject: cutting the kit plastic glass??? |
I use a proxxon rotary with a regulated power supply so it runs on low speeds not to crack the part or heat up too much. |
Topic: Stroker Ace Thunderbird second build |
volkerc
Replies: 3
Views: 1668
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Mon Oct 09, 2023 3:10 pm Subject: Stroker Ace Thunderbird second build |
This one is pretty doggone impressive too! Your driver even looks like ol Burt Reynolds a little. Well done! Thank you! |
Topic: Has this ever happened to you |
volkerc
Replies: 10
Views: 3195
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Forum: Nascar Tips and Tricks Posted: Mon Oct 09, 2023 2:18 pm Subject: Has this ever happened to you |
I've done it for almost 63 years now |
Topic: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
volkerc
Replies: 14
Views: 3623
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Mon Oct 09, 2023 1:15 pm Subject: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
1/24 slot cars? Always something to learn. I bet that's fun. And a smart #3 build.
Your cars can race close enough to cause tyre rubs? Have seen this on a member's r/c 1/24 nascar, totally realisti ... |
Topic: 2K Clear |
volkerc
Replies: 2
Views: 1448
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Forum: Reference Photo's - Paint and Color Matching Posted: Mon Oct 09, 2023 12:26 pm Subject: 2K Clear |
I don't use aerosol cans but the stuff car painters use. So I only mix the paint, clear coat, base whenever I'm ready to paint and only the amounts needed. Use my trusty compressors and spray guns. I ... |
Topic: Has this ever happened to you |
volkerc
Replies: 10
Views: 3195
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Forum: Nascar Tips and Tricks Posted: Mon Oct 09, 2023 12:14 pm Subject: Has this ever happened to you |
Mmh, I had 3 going at once lately but only so I can get them done quicker, keep painting what needed to be painted with the same color which then sped up building. |
Topic: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
volkerc
Replies: 14
Views: 3623
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Mon Oct 09, 2023 11:48 am Subject: 1998 #3 Daytona 500 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt |
It has been 25 years since Dale won the Daytona 500. Been there and saw
my first race in person in Daytona. As a homage I wanted to built a Monte
Carlo as raced in Daytona which I wanted to built ... |
Topic: Stroker Ace Thunderbird second build |
volkerc
Replies: 3
Views: 1668
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Forum: The Showroom Posted: Mon Oct 09, 2023 11:35 am Subject: Stroker Ace Thunderbird second build |
Have built this to be run as a Slotcar on Carrera Tracks.
Comes with full interior and Stroker on the wheel. No engine under the hood
but the kits frame to stay somewhat detailed as possible
Mode ... |
Topic: Goodyear Tire stencils/decals |
volkerc
Replies: 8
Views: 20060
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Forum: Nascar Tips and Tricks Posted: Mon Oct 09, 2023 11:31 am Subject: Goodyear Tire stencils/decals |
If you are in the same boat like me, than here is a solution.
I struggle with the tire decals as they don't have that real feeling to me.
Aside from that they hardly stay on. Recently built a Nascar ... |
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