{"id":7006,"date":"2020-04-01T11:58:50","date_gmt":"2020-04-01T16:58:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/importnut.net\/models\/?p=7006"},"modified":"2020-04-01T14:08:50","modified_gmt":"2020-04-01T19:08:50","slug":"the-bench-january-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/importnut.net\/models\/the-bench-january-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"The Bench – January 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Starting off slowly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Coming off the heels of an excellent build year, I thought I would take a more conservative approach for this year. I started by finishing up my display case lighting project and photo shoot of all my builds. (Also, the conservative thing went out the window fairly quickly)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Wax, polish, the shoot. This was a very laborious project that ended with a set of excellent photos of all my work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I did learn that I don’t need to wax everything when I pull it from the case. Every project that was waxed about 3 years ago showed no improvement with a fresh coat. It probably helps that they are not exposed to sunlight. Based on this, I will be more likely to clean the case in the future. I have always been apprehensive due to the time it takes to wax every build!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Well lit and very clean! Ready to enjoy for years to come.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What to build?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

By the end of the year, I had nearly finished all of my active projects. Picking new projects was easy since I often go through my stash and plan new builds. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Ford truck and Charger were the two leftovers from last year. The ’37 Ford sneeked into one of the cases… Now it’s time to kick off several new projects. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Here we go. My tentative builds for 2020. As usual, this will change as time goes on.
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The new builds<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
  • MPC ’82 Charger “Hemi” – Carryover<\/li>
  • Moebius 71 Ford Ranger – Carryover<\/li>
  • Jo-Han Chrysler Turbine Car<\/li>
  • Tamiya 911 GT2 Road version – Rescue<\/li>
  • Tamiya R32 Skyline<\/li>
  • Monogram ’57 Corvette – Resuce<\/li>
  • Revell 2001 Z06 Corvette (yes, another one)<\/li>
  • Monogram 37 Ford – Rescue<\/li>
  • AMT ’63 Corvette<\/li>
  • Revell ’70 Ford Torino<\/li>
  • Unknown ’65 Buick Riviera – Rescue<\/li>
  • 1\/64 Dodge Magnum restoration <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    As hard as I pushed myself at the end of last year and the momentum I had, I was finding it hard to hone in on any one project. I tended to tinker with several at the same time all while continuing to move forward. Progress is progress. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    2001 C5 Z06 Corvette<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    I wrapped up 2019 with the 2004 Corvette and given all of the difficulties I had with the build, I swore I would never build the second one in my stash. Well…I didn’t think the kit was worth selling and I knew all of the hang-ups…may as well build it while it was fresh in my mind!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Just finished the identical kit, may as well do the second one!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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    All pre-assembly, parts prep and wash were complete. It was time to start painting!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    I will have to say, this kit has been a more pleasant build knowing all of the tricks to make it fit together properly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Turbine Car<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    Having read a great deal about Jo-Han kits in various publications, I decided that I needed to buy at least one. I decided to buy a Turbine Car kit and managed to find one on eBay for a decent price. What a kit! Also, warnings of bad flashing were not an exaggeration! I’m blown away by the parts count and detail of this kit. I definitely look forward to the work!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    The sheer volume of parts is amazing! The instructions are a bit tedious.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Porsche 911<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    This kit was a find at a local model swap meet. The previous owner had done very little to the kit making it nearly brand new. I pulled it out and started prepping and pre-assembling the pieces. One part that was nearly finished was the roll cage. I’m glad I decided to assemble it prior to paint. It would have been challenging to assemble it without damaging paint. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    The Porsche is going to be a fun build. Pre-assembly and prep work in progress. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    “Hemi” Charger<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    This is my last “clinger” build. I started it years ago and the work comes in seldom spurts. One recent regret was the fact that I painted the body. It was no where near ready for paint. I also didn’t want to strip it to damage the body work I had completed on the front.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    One decision I made last year was to attach the engine compartment to the body. I had already separated it from the chassis plate but needed to make sure the new Camaro sub-frame would fit properly. After adding sheet styrene and doing plenty of grinding, I had everything where I wanted it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    The engine bay is attached, panels added and most of the prep work finished. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    I was able to adjust the sub-frame to allow for using race headers with the Hemi. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Not perfect, but I’m excited about getting this build across the finish line!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    It was time to start prepping for paint. The prep work included repairing damage to the existing paint. Alas, I realized I was heading for a mess and decided it was time to strip the paint. <sigh> The project stalls again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Nissan R32 Skyline<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    I have two of these kits. One is a Nismo version which is what I had intended to build. However, I decided to build the standard version. To date I’ve separated all of the parts, finished pre-assembly and prepped for paint. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    For the most part, prep work was straight forward. There were a couple of stubborn mold lines that needed attention but overall, it was quickly ready for paint. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Buick Riviera<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    As I’ve mentioned before, this was a rescue from a local swap meet. My plan was to restore it and add a new engine and wheels. A quick build. Yeah right! The more I look over it, the more I want to add. This month, I added sheet styrene to fill holes and gaps in the engine compartment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    So far, the prep work is not excessive. This will change.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    57 Corvette<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

    Another eBay rescue build. To date, I stripped all of the original paint and started prepping all of the parts for pre-paint assembly. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Stripped and ready to prep.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    For the most part, I’m making progress but not committing to time in the booth. Not sure why I’ve been reluctant but I am spending time getting projects ready for paint. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Wait, there’s more!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    I now have all the parts I need for my Modified Civic build. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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      Vette parts attached to sticks and painted.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>
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      Little bit of everything.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li>
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      Primed and ready for paint.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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