Modeling on the go...
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Posted by Anonymous
on Saturday, February 1, 2003 2:21 PM
quote: Originally posted by mkish
I've tried this, but I've come to accept that the most I'm really going to do on the road is some pre-assembly and parts cleanup. I rarely bring any paints along, but if I do its just a few basic colors. Most of my time is spent cleaning up parts, getting the fit correct, filling gaps, sanding, etc. when I get home, I usually have a bunch of sub-assemblies ready for painting and final assembly.
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I actually finished 2 motorcycle kits while on the road, and some of the best work I have done. I will have them at the upcoming TamiyaCon in April.
Mark
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Posted by Anonymous
on Saturday, February 1, 2003 2:15 PM
quote: Originally posted by Bayonet Recon
Hmm...I'm thinking some of you have it bad.
I've got a great question to see just how bad - Has anyone done modeling on their honeymoon (and remained married)? LOL!!
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No, I have not done that, however, I have to watch how much time I spend on the hobby when I'm home. Wife needs attention also.
Mark
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Posted by Anonymous
on Saturday, February 1, 2003 1:46 PM
Hmm...I'm thinking some of you have it bad.
I've got a great question to see just how bad - Has anyone done modeling on their honeymoon (and remained married)? LOL!!
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Posted by Anonymous
on Saturday, February 1, 2003 1:22 PM
I forgot to mention; to remember where I was at in the construction of a kit, I use a high-lighter to color finished sections and subassemblies. Works for me.
Mark
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Posted by Anonymous
on Saturday, February 1, 2003 1:17 PM
quote: Originally posted by djmodels1999
I find re-arranging tools, materials, reference and kits too much of a chore... I've grown used to have everything 'out' on my workbench, with all my reference stuff at hand. How do you manage that?
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If I'm on a road trip with my own car, I take a couple of kits, an air compressor inside a plastic tote, a RolyKit filled with all the smaller tools and supplies, another plastic tote with various paints and thinners and a plastic organizer box with a lid that will hold subassemblies. The RolyKit is an item that I have seen advertised on t.v. that has compartments to hold small items and it rolls up holding everything in place. You get to your destination and simply unroll it with everything like you placed it inside. I bought mine at Michaels crafts here in the USA
It is not too much of a hassle and keeps everything organized when I'm home.
Mark