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  3. 1st Light Car Patrol - vehicles

    in Armor

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    i have Wheels Across the Desert by A. Goudie and Libyan Sands by R.A. Bagnold books for initial research (scale model building) but wondered if there was more information available. also have bookmarked some YouTube videos.

    if anyone could suggest resources for vehicle modifications, it would be appreciated.

    thanks

  14. Has Model Cars Magazine finally gone under?

    in Cars, Trucks, & Motorcycles

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    regardless of the method of presentation, the magazine requires being "made". I think the other obstacles are an excuse for that not being done. even the ardent supporters lament coverage of 2 year old contests.

    sometimes it's just "time", ya know? it doesn't always equate with what we want, but denial can only go so far. reality always wins.

    used to work with a fellow who told the story of "Thought".

    Thought was brought up on the gallows.

    Thought didn't think he was going to be hung.

    but he was.

  22. ACCUARCY, CRAFTSMANSHIP, AND AESTHETICS

    in General Modeling

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    7 hours ago, noelsmith said:

    … Metallics however can look like scaled down metal flake on a model so one needs to be aware of this. Great for customs though!

    I found Vallejo Model Air aluminum #71.062 to be a good "silver" without the almost artificial flakes that the labeled silvers have. plus they are a bit gummy after a minute or two on the plate.

  23. ACCUARCY, CRAFTSMANSHIP, AND AESTHETICS

    in General Modeling

    Posted

    i'm kind of "on" to the black & white thing:  very seldom use either unless it's for a garnish. until I get more laps around the track, i'm relegating myself to Vallejo with heavy dependence on Model Air and only using up the Model Colors I bought before getting familiar with my airbrush (summer exercise). I don't mind having to brush a second coat if the MA doesn't cover completely first time around.

    I think the 80/ 20 rule is applicable here. the more research I can do, the more confidence will build in application, and then the fewer tools I will need. right now, I think the water-wings of a textbook would help bolster that goal.

  24. ACCUARCY, CRAFTSMANSHIP, AND AESTHETICS

    in General Modeling

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    7 hours ago, Dakimbrell said:

    …  a well noted effect cited in numerous books ...

    is there a single "101 paint theory" book you could recommend? after reading through this thread, it articulates my concern(s) that a substantial amount of my finished models look too dark.

    initially, I thought it was the level of 'flat-ness' in my paint choice. after painting a couple of models with a base coat (over primer), and gaining reinforcement here, I realize there was no consideration given to scale implications. I must learn how to compensate & "go lighter" with my color selections.

    thanks

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