open challenge to all modelers!

Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, February 1, 2003 10:18 PM

In regards to pictures, this post explains how to do it.
How to add pics..?

To recap the rules originally proposed by darrenbb:

Community Build Project - Feb 2003 Wink [;)]

Subject/Scale: 1/48 F-18C

Tools:
exacto knife
tweezers
sand paper
cuticle file/emery board
liquid cement or tube glue
CA glue
filler
paint brushes
spray can or bottled paint
toothpicks

Deadline:
30 days from starting date - Starting date of 02/07/03.

Other:
Keep cost of kits under $30 US. Straight from the box build, no aftermarket stuff. If it doesn't come in the box, then it doesn't go on the kit.

I know this might sound a bit picky, but in regards to the exacto knife, is this limited to certain blades or any blades and/or attachments - like I know they make little saw blades and other stuff available.

BTW, I added toothpicks to the tools list.

Once we agree on this, which I think we all do, then we could start another thread discussing available kits 1/48 F-18C, kit reviews and that type of stuff. The subject might be "Community Build Project - 1/48 F-18C" or "CBP Feb 2003 - 1/48 F-18C Kit Reviews"? Should we keep the discussions under General Discussions or have them in the specific Subject Forums and prefix our subjects with "CBP"? Maybe we can ask for a new forum area titled "Community Build Projects"?

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, February 1, 2003 9:02 PM

Hello all,

Just a couple of things tonight. I like the name "community build project", it's simple and to the point. DJ we absolutely can add toothpics to the list. Those are simple enough. As far as the short notice issue goes. I don't think it will be a problem. There is a lot of activity on this site on a daily basis. Most people that are interested in doing this will come on board with in the next few days. As was already said, there is no cut off point. People can join in at any time. As far as posting pictures, I'm pretty sure that we can. I seem to recall someone posting a pictue of an A-10 they had built for their girlfriends child around christmas time. I'm not sure how to do it though. We can figure it out. I assume we're all reasonably intelligent people. This first project may end up only being the five of us. People may want to see how things go. I wouldn't let it discourage us.

Thats all for now. It's been a long day. My thoughts and prayers go out to the crew and family of STS-107. They now fly with the angels for all eternity.

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, February 1, 2003 3:02 PM

Let's get going on the details!

- I'm not sure if we want to have a 'coordinator', but if so then I nominate darrenbb as he is taking the most initiative with this project. I don't think it would be a big job, just gathering names and documenting the rules/etc.
- I agree with darrenbb and suggest the 1/48 F-18C. That should be a popular kit that's available in most areas. Let's go! If people want to 'join in' later on, then great.
- I think the tools list so far is as far as we should go (including the toothpicks)
- I propose we use some 'common sense' when it comes to paints, etc. I think the concept here is to stay 'basic', so personally I'm not going to use decal setting solutions, metalizers, or other 'special' type items that a starting kit builder wouldn't likely use.
- is there any ability to post 'photos' on this forum?
- let's keep it 'light' and have some fun!

If I don't hear any objection, I'm going out to find an F-18C kit and get to work.

M.

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, February 1, 2003 1:01 PM

I was thinking of "Community Build Challenge" - but thinking about it now, "Community Build Project" would most likely get more people to participate. The word Challenge would imply competition and that's not the purpose of this. The idea is for anyone and everyone to get involved regardless of experience and skills. One of the primary objectives is to have fun with it. Smile [:)]

I think once the details are finalized, in regards to the list of tools, subject, scale and deadline, FineScale may consider posting something in their announcements area. Participation might be low initially due to the short amount of time to prepare and also because some people might want to see how the first project turns out. If things go well with the first project and people have had an opportunity to follow it's progress, I believe we would see more participation on the next project.

Plus - anyone can join at anytime. It's not like everyone has to start on the same exact date.

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dariencharlie

Member since
December 2002
From: USA

Posted by dariencharlie on Saturday, February 1, 2003 8:59 AM

I would enjoy participating in this, what shall we call it, "community build project" ?

Anyway, the idea of having builds regularly and rotating subjects, etc. is great too.

My first vote for what model would be not a vote, I'll go with anything, especially with the idea of rotating subjects over time.

I wonder if gathering interest in a relatively short period of time will be a challange, however, as people need to see the thread, etc.. I wonder if there is a way to 'broadcast' an announcement to all forum members, or am I getting to complicated. Just thinking out loud...

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djmodels1999

Member since
December 2002
From: United Kingdom / Belgium

Posted by djmodels1999 on Saturday, February 1, 2003 4:20 AM

Absolutely agree about no aftermarket stuff. Just the basic kit, as found in the box.

I think it could be a 'rolling' kind of exercice, with different kits to build at different times, including, why not, things we have never ever thought of modelling.. But for the first 'episode', we could all build, say an aircraft. In a month or so, it will be a car, then a ship, then a figure,...

Could we add toothpicks to the list of tools..?

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Friday, January 31, 2003 11:14 PM

Thanks B.R.,

Personally I'd like everything to be equal including the kit. I did not want to be to confining and scare people off. Majority rules. If we can agree on a specific kit then I'm all for it. It would be fun to see how each individual tackles the same kit. Lots of learning potential here. I agree that we should do different subject matter to make sure everyone is included.

I think if we can agree on a specific subject, for example a 1/48 scale F-15A, you can build anyones kit of a F-15A. It may be to restrictive to expect everyone to buy the Tamiya, Hasegawa or whomever you want to name kit.

If anyone has a specific subject they want to nominate then have at it. I'll start off with a 1/48 scale F-18C. All the other things that I listed still apply.

Thanks for the input
Darren

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

Posted by Anonymous on Friday, January 31, 2003 9:37 PM

Just so I understand this correctly, we'll all build a kit in the same subject and scale using the basic tools. Aside from the subject and scale being the same, the kits could be different?

I'm open for any subject. I think it would be fun. If we did a couple of these throughout the year, we can switch subjects so everyone's favorite subject area is covered. For people who normally stick with one subject matter - who knows, they might find that they actually enjoy doing other subjects but would have never tried it.

It would also be a great learning experience. For someone just getting into modeling, it might be fun to pick up the same kit as someone else and discuss the building of it as they go along.

Great idea!!

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Anonymous

Member since
November 2005

open challenge to all modelers!

Posted by Anonymous on Friday, January 31, 2003 8:39 PM

Hello all,

Just to bring anyone up to speed that has not read the basic tools and must have post, here goes. As a result of the lists generated on that thread, some of us thought it would be fun to build a model with a minimum of tools and supplies. Then post pictures of said model on a specific date finished or not. There needs to be a majority vote on the model, scale, tools and deadline. ALL modelers are welcome. I will give my first pick for certain categories (i.e. kit, scale, subject) and second or third choices as well.

Remember: Your choices need to be basic. Simple kits that are readily available to all and cheap! So don't yawn at my dull choices please.

Subject: Modern day fighter (single or twin engine)
WW2 fighter (single or twin)
WW2 tank (please excuse my ignorance of this one)

Scale: 1/48
1/72
1/35

Tools: exacto knife
tweezers
sand paper
cuticle file/emery board
liquid cement or tube glue
CA glue
filler
paint brushes
spray can or bottled paint

Deadline:30 days from starting date, I'm thinking 02/07/03 as a starting date.

Other: keep cost of kits under $30 US. Straight from the box build, no aftermarket stuff. If it doesn't come in the box, then it doesn't go on the kit.

Any and all suggestions are greatly appreciated.

Darren

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