Hollow tires look great in a diorama, but can cause a problem when you're trying to fit them on a set of rims that aren't quite the right size. Colin Fletcher sent in a great solution. It requires patience and more than a little finesse, but the resu
... Read more » | First impressions of this kit are that it is packaged and presented in an extremely professional manor. The box art is excellent from all sides, as well as nice packaging of the kit contents. Parts are spread out over several sprues of light gray pla
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| As straightforward as brush-painting is, a few tips and techniques will make things run more smoothly. If you're new to modeling or just want to improve your technique, here are a few pointers to sharpen your brush-painting skills.
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... Read more » | If you're looking for a little something extra for your next project, think about adding an opening trunk compartment. The steps are relatively easy, and the operation can be completed with a few hours of work. I'll use my recently-completed channele
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