Ahh, the joys of the old MPC mouldings. You managed to get it looking great though. I've got this one on my wishlist. The grill fitting issues remind me of the MPC Country Charger that I built last year. That needed a lot of plastic scraped out around the grill and fenders.
Thanks! My mom used to work for MPC running the presses when they were located in Mt. Clemens, MI. She would bring my brother and I model kits form time to time and that's how I got started in building them. Sometimes it is nice to build an older kit even though it has its issues. I haven't build that Charger but I have heard that it is quite the nightmare. I might have to give it a go one day...
Thank you! This kit was a little challenging at times but, with some test fitting and small adjustments here and there it was easy to overcome the issues.
There were a set of Hemi valve covers on the chrome tree but there weren't any matching cylinder heads for the engine block. There was also a Max Wedge intake manifold included with two four barrel carbs. I am saving those for something that will come down the line eventually. For the time being this being a tribute build, I had to get it as close as I could to the original that I was attempting to match.
Thank you. I always like sharing my knowledge so that you guys don't fall into the pit of despair trying to figure out how to get through a section of the build.
My turn to give some tips. When painting Ford engines I use Testors flat cobalt as it's the closest to stock color. When doing blue interiors I use Testors flat sea blue. I have been watching all of your videos from #1 to #73 and subbed. I did not comment on the older videos as I don't think you go back and rewatch them for comments.
Thanks for sharing your tips. I have a plethora of acrylic paints that I choose from but I don't always get a perfect match on the items that you had mentioned but I try to get as close as I think that they are, or should be. I will keep your suggestions in mind for future builds. Thanks for the sub and for watching all of my videos. That must have taken you a while to complete.
Another beauty, great color and finish, but, I didn’t get to see you lay down a 1/64” bead of glue from the orange tube this time. Disappointing😂😂😅😅. Really, great job and thanks for sharing.
Thank You and sorry for the lack of tube glue scenery... This video was kind of rushed and I edited out more than usual or just plain forgot to turn the camera on. I will try to make up for it in the next video. Thanks for the great comment and for watching my video.
Thank you. As far as airbrushing goes the odor comes from the paint that you are spraying. I only spray acrylic craft paints through my airbrush and there is little to no odor emanating from that style of paint. As for thinning, because it is acrylic craft paint, I use distilled water with a few drops of glycerin added. I mix that up in a 2.5 ounce bottle and then I usually do a 50-50 or a 60-40 ratio or until the paint has the consistency of skim milk. Depending on whether I am spraying a metallic or a flat color paint will determine what size of nozzle I will use. Generally, I use a 3mm nozzle for flat paints and a 5mm for metallic paints at around 19-20psi of air pressure. I also use a home built ventilated paint booth to spray in. I hope that this answers your question. If you have any more feel free to ask. Thanks for watching
Unfortunately, I believe that you are correct. I have a number of the AMT "Craftsman Series" kits in my stash and I am undecided if I want to build any more of those. There's something about having all of the underhood details that make the hobby that much more desirable.
@@scaleautoguysworkbench I've been buying specific older kits from ebay, swap meets, flea markets , U.S.A made kits .none of the newer kits made in China..if I can help it.
Don't fear working some more to get the hood sitting down better. Even if it's tighter when you get it to fit better, you should be able to get a tooth pick up from underneath the model to push the hood open.
It wasn't a fear of messing up the hood. It was more like it was crunch time to get the video done and edited in time for its release. I agree that I could use a toothpick or one of my Bamboo skewers to push it up from the bottom. I was just pressed for time. I am planning on fixing it later today. Sorry for the non completion in the video.
Great looking Barracuda
Thank you.
I have a quick question..... Who did it better? The happy guy? Or I?
Ahh, the joys of the old MPC mouldings. You managed to get it looking great though. I've got this one on my wishlist. The grill fitting issues remind me of the MPC Country Charger that I built last year. That needed a lot of plastic scraped out around the grill and fenders.
Thanks! My mom used to work for MPC running the presses when they were located in Mt. Clemens, MI. She would bring my brother and I model kits form time to time and that's how I got started in building them. Sometimes it is nice to build an older kit even though it has its issues. I haven't build that Charger but I have heard that it is quite the nightmare. I might have to give it a go one day...
Looks like a challenging kit but you overcame it all again. Looks awesome!
Thank you! This kit was a little challenging at times but, with some test fitting and small adjustments here and there it was easy to overcome the issues.
Nice looking kit, great build. Like the green result👍
Thank you!
Thought i saw Hemi valve covers...great bmf work she looks great.
I'll be ordering one.
There were a set of Hemi valve covers on the chrome tree but there weren't any matching cylinder heads for the engine block. There was also a Max Wedge intake manifold included with two four barrel carbs. I am saving those for something that will come down the line eventually. For the time being this being a tribute build, I had to get it as close as I could to the original that I was attempting to match.
Nice work and nice job making the kit fit together!
Thank you. It fought me Herr and there, but it wasn't the worst kit that I've ever built. Just a lot of sanding and test fitting parts.
Turned out great!
Thank You!
Good assembly tips! Always like watching your builds!
Thank you. I always like sharing my knowledge so that you guys don't fall into the pit of despair trying to figure out how to get through a section of the build.
My turn to give some tips. When painting Ford engines I use Testors flat cobalt as it's the closest to stock color. When doing blue interiors I use Testors flat sea blue. I have been watching all of your videos from #1 to #73 and subbed. I did not comment on the older videos as I don't think you go back and rewatch them for comments.
Thanks for sharing your tips. I have a plethora of acrylic paints that I choose from but I don't always get a perfect match on the items that you had mentioned but I try to get as close as I think that they are, or should be. I will keep your suggestions in mind for future builds. Thanks for the sub and for watching all of my videos. That must have taken you a while to complete.
Another beauty, great color and finish, but, I didn’t get to see you lay down a 1/64” bead of glue from the orange tube this time. Disappointing😂😂😅😅. Really, great job and thanks for sharing.
Thank You and sorry for the lack of tube glue scenery... This video was kind of rushed and I edited out more than usual or just plain forgot to turn the camera on. I will try to make up for it in the next video. Thanks for the great comment and for watching my video.
I really enjoy watching your videos, does air brushing have as much odor and how do you thin the paint
Thank you. As far as airbrushing goes the odor comes from the paint that you are spraying. I only spray acrylic craft paints through my airbrush and there is little to no odor emanating from that style of paint. As for thinning, because it is acrylic craft paint, I use distilled water with a few drops of glycerin added. I mix that up in a 2.5 ounce bottle and then I usually do a 50-50 or a 60-40 ratio or until the paint has the consistency of skim milk. Depending on whether I am spraying a metallic or a flat color paint will determine what size of nozzle I will use. Generally, I use a 3mm nozzle for flat paints and a 5mm for metallic paints at around 19-20psi of air pressure. I also use a home built ventilated paint booth to spray in. I hope that this answers your question. If you have any more feel free to ask. Thanks for watching
Models are starting to get more curbside then before ...takes the fun out of modeling
Unfortunately, I believe that you are correct. I have a number of the AMT "Craftsman Series" kits in my stash and I am undecided if I want to build any more of those. There's something about having all of the underhood details that make the hobby that much more desirable.
@@scaleautoguysworkbench I've been buying specific older kits from ebay, swap meets, flea markets , U.S.A made kits .none of the newer kits made in China..if I can help it.
Don't fear working some more to get the hood sitting down better.
Even if it's tighter when you get it to fit better, you should be able to get a tooth pick up from underneath the model to push the hood open.
It wasn't a fear of messing up the hood. It was more like it was crunch time to get the video done and edited in time for its release. I agree that I could use a toothpick or one of my Bamboo skewers to push it up from the bottom. I was just pressed for time. I am planning on fixing it later today. Sorry for the non completion in the video.