The 2015 /16 Red Hot and Rollin Automotive Group Build--Ended

I guess i'm in with the Revell 2013 Challenger SRT8. If police cars are permitted, it'll be in police livery.

LOL!  Eric, don't feel bad, I have made LOTS of paint jobs ugly!  Heck, I have made lots of projects ugly.  I remember the first contest I ever entered, I think the entry fee was $2 per model.  The judges told me they would give me $4 if I would leave it in the box.  They were trying to get people interested in the hobby, not make jokes about it.  After that I found out about glue and threw away the tape.  

You will get the paint smooth.  At least you didn't fumble around and drop it on the carpet like I did in the Corvette GB!

Hi all,

Well I screwed the paint job up on the 37 Ford and it's currently soaking in PP. I guess it was a little to cold when I sprayed the second coat. Paint just didn't adhere. It was ugly hehehehehe.

Rommelkiste, I'm looking forward to your projects. They are always interesting to see.

L8TR,

Eric

This is very interesting for sure Rommelk...we normally just bin these things or assume they are 'done' forever and that's it. Very interesting for sure. Thanks for this.

Hi guys, you might say this post is jumping the gun on the start date a little but what I really want to show here is a product I have been using for a few years that has helped me a BUNCH.  Most of my builds are started from a built-up of a kit I find for a cheap price or maybe is given to me.  Sometimes this is a great way to get a kit or parts that would otherwise hurt the pocket book if you bought the kit new or bought a vintage out of production kit.  I am sure some of you have tried to un-assemble a built kit or semi gloo-bomb and find  that lots of parts get damaged beyond use.  I have used the Freeze it method, soaking in Purple Power for days and some others but this has worked great for me.  I use Testors Model Master Acryl, #50495 Dried Paint Solvent.  I apply it to the joint with a small brush, just like you would liquid cement.  Wait a few moments and pry on the part and presto!  It takes care of the glue joint and I have a part intact.  You then can file and sand the part and save much of you project.  I don't know how this will work on super glue joints or heavy liquid cement areas but kits that were assembled years ago with tube glue come apart very well.  If its a real gloo-monster, I would recommend you pass that example up.  Here is a pic of the product.

Should you try this stuff and find you don't like the results, it is also a great brush cleaner for all kinds of paints.  I have not found any it won't clean up.  It will work on the plastic some but not like liquid cement or thinner. just rinse in some water when you finish your tear down and back to work.  

Here is the 29 model A build up I started with.  It had some heavy glue spots and thick paint.

I was able to break this thing down and only break one part, the rear bumper bracket, which I will not be using anyway.  The whole mess went into the Purple Power bath for a day and much to my surprise I find it was molded in white!

The only thing I don't think I will be able to use is the wheels, which were assembled with at least a half tube of glue by the original builder.  I have plenty of spares so that won't be a problem.  With some sanding and files, I can have these parts ready for their new life soon.  Next time you find that old built kit at the right price, pick up some of the Acryl and go for it.  I have saved well over a dozen old bombs with this stuff.  Next time, I should have some work done on the chassis of my 29 dirt racer.  

MRME:It's not too late to join at all bud. We still have about a week left as a matter of fact. Looks like rommelkiste has got you covered on an answer about the 4x4 question.

Rob S.:It's cool to see classic cars in other countries. I was in Korea in 1994 and saw a 66 Mustang there. It was a crowd favorite.

Well, I have to say, there were tons of junkers, but, wicked lots of beauties everywhere too!!

Wow.  A beauty in Cuba is a rarity.  Some amazing finds down there-not often beauties.  I'd love to do a four door, I love me the boats.  The four doors in all makes have made a huge come back in the car show scene.  The coupes are too hard to find anymore.  I like the new trend.  

I plan to do all 3 tri-five cars at some point, maybe painted the same like a theme. 55 has always been my favorite.  Han Solo drove and flipped one in American Graffiti!

elass0wyp0

MRME-There is also that Jeep kit I keep seeing.  I googled it - Revell 1/25 '03 Jeep Rubicon.  Not sure if that wheel base would work but you might be able to modify some of the components.  It's not 40s-50s but that basic design hasn't changed much fromthat first 40s design.

And for photo reference, the kit I working on:

I too have begun work the kit. I had 2 days off, my first in a month so I had to take advantage.  Sorry I'm breaking the rules but I couldn't waste my limited opportunities.  I'll wait for Jan 1 before posting wip.

Gord

Hey MRME - not too late at all, in fact the show hasn't officially started yet. Just post the kit info and Mustang will get you added to the build list.

Gonna be a beauty Gord.

MRME-There is also that Jeep kit I keep seeing.  I googled it - Revell 1/25 '03 Jeep Rubicon.  Not sure if that wheel base would work but you might be able to modify some of the components.  It's not 40s-50s but that basic design hasn't changed much fromthat first 40s design.

And for photo reference, the kit I working on:

I too have begun work the kit. I had 2 days off, my first in a month so I had to take advantage.  Sorry I'm breaking the rules but I couldn't waste my limited opportunities.  I'll wait for Jan 1 before posting wip.

Gord

Double M, the only 40's-50's 4X4 stuff I can think of is the old MPC WWII Jeep or the Hogans Heros Jeep which is the same thing.  There is the later Jeep stuff and the Jeepsters and Commandos also.  I have seen modelers do conversions in the past with those items.  I am not sure how well they would lend themselves to a 49 merc.  I also see lots of 4X4 parts from the MPC Dodge pickup on Evilpay a lot that might work or even the AMT Blazer.   Good luck with that project.  

And yes, you can still get in on this GB, I am sure the guys well be glad to have you along!

couple of questions, is it to late to get in on the Red Hot n Rolling GP? I have a 49 mercury woody kit im thinking of  building as a 4wd what if kind of thing I'd like to possibly enter, the other question is did any manu facturer  ever make a 4wd model vehicle in the late 40s early 50s i could use as a donor kit for the 4wd pieces? sorry if this sounds stupid to some of you gents/ladies, but thanks for any hints suggestions

mustang, if you mean the Offy Midget kit, its a new one Revell popped out in 2010.  There are two versions ----the Offy powered car and a Flathead V8 60.  The kits are really nice and the only thing I can say negative about them is the box says "Made in China".  I do have a stack of around 6 stashed away to play with at a later date.  The other two kits have been around  since 1963 and 67.  Since I build old junk, I might as well use old junk!    Hope I can work with a fresh NEW kit when I get to the Midget.

I don't believe I've ever seen this kit. Looking forward to the build though.

Hey Rommel, great to have you here! I really enjoyed your builds in the 2014 GB. Cool subjects you have there, I especially want to see that Model A.

OK guys, I have my group build project(s) lined up and this will be my list.  My post might be a little long winded but I feel I should point out the intent of these builds I hope to complete.  My whole project is the evolution of the Super Modified, at least the way the evolution went in the area I grew up in.  The terms I use to describe some of these cars may mean something different to some of you in different parts of the country but this is what we called them and how they became what they were.  If you are not old enough or never got a chance to see these wonderful machines race first hand, it will be hard to convey to you just what the era was like.  I have many times thought it took a man with stones the size of a Bowling Ball  and an IQ somewhere under 100 to drive these things but we all looked up to them like they were Superman.  I saw lots of racing when I was young and nothing ever got my attention and shook me as hard as this form of racing.  I hope you guys enjoy this ask any questions as we go along.  

I will start with a 1927 Model T dirt racer that would have been in competition just before and maybe very shortly after WWII.  I will use an AMT 29 Model A I picked up as a flea market find for a couple of bucks, tear it down and start over.  I will use a Revell Model A engine with the Riley over-head valve conversion and lots of parts bin parts.

Here is a pic to give you an idea of the look I will be going for

Next up will be the Track Roadster or Hot Rod Racer.  I will use a Flinstone 27 T roadster body and nose with lots of scratch built parts and hope to finish with something along the lines of one of these in the photos.

I will build my final Super Modified using the old Monogram Edmunds Super as a base.  The kit is an old started kit I picked up off Evilpay for around five dollars and will make lots of modifications to make it a little more accurate.  I won't copy the Don Edmunds car but will come up with something like what I saw race around the midwest.

Last I will build up the Revell Offy Midget Racer out of the box.  These cars always got my attention also and lots of the Super Modified Drivers I watched would at times climb into one of these for a special show.

With some luck and if the Corn grows well this year, I should be able to complete this project before this GB ends.  I understand that this subject matter may not be "Your Cup of Tea" for some of you but you might find some of it enjoyable.  The tools are clean, the bench is cleared off and I am just waiting for the go date.  

We can work that one in Eric since its halfway in  between.

Mustang,

Is it to early to start posting WIP photos? I did some work on the 37 Ford that I'm going to post in the 2014 GB, but since I'll be finishing it up in this GB I thought I might post them here also if it's ok.

L8TR,

Eric

ewheeler454

Rob S.

I'd be interested in the Hot Rod engine. I've got an AMT 57 Chevy that has a big hole running through it for the axle that needs to be replaced. PM me if you want to let it go. :)

Thanks.

I'm all too familiar with that !!!

I used to have a bin filled with spare kit tires of all sizes, rims, and other spare parts. Now I regretted I ditched them now.

It's a regular model car boneyard around here. lol

Rob S.

I'd be interested in the Hot Rod engine. I've got an AMT 57 Chevy that has a big hole running through it for the axle that needs to be replaced. PM me if you want to let it go. :)

Thanks.

Rob S.:Hey bud I have you posted in the intro and yes...............I'd like 'em if you're willing to send 'em to me. I'll get with you in a PM pal.

Raven728:Got you posted as well.

Seabe:Go for it. I didn't think about that when I started the GB but we'll accommodate here.

Quick question - two-wheelers allowed - or just foer? Playing around with a couple of ideas of what to use. One will be the 09 Yamaha MotoGP bike with Rossi figure and another at this stage is the 12th scale F2002 (Ferrari, F1) with detail set, but that might take me (if it's a good building year...) the entire year!

Are some other options also. Just finished up a very disappointed one, so I'm in a bit of a tussle as it is....

mustang1989

Why yes you can Rob! I'll get you in the intro post pretty quick. Say..................what size are those rear tires and are you gonna use 'em????

Glad we got things set up correctly, thanks Tim!

Here's my planned build, hopefully I'll be adding another later in the year:

Looks like I'll be doing it in red...unless my daughter changes her mind!

Why yes you can Rob! I'll get you in the intro post pretty quick. Say..................what size are those rear tires and are you gonna use 'em????