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Post by mrmike on Nov 27, 2017 7:20:11 GMT -7
Thanks sharp! I'm hoping to get this build to 90-95% complete this week.
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Post by mustang1989 on Nov 27, 2017 8:48:51 GMT -7
Man the engines in these kits build up nicely don't they? I've been tinkering with mine a little here and there and have to say that it's one of the best OOB engines that I've built so far. Progress is looking good Mike
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Post by kpnuts on Nov 28, 2017 1:20:53 GMT -7
Looking good, love the colour.
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Post by mrmike on Nov 30, 2017 6:45:20 GMT -7
Thanks Joe and kpnuts! I wet-sanded the body to get rid of the trash and unevenness in the paint. My goal was to prep the body for another coat of paint.  The 427 R Roush engine is now wired and installed in the chassis.  And, the interior is complete.  More to come... |
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Post by mustang1989 on Nov 30, 2017 7:31:08 GMT -7
Looking good and looking forward to more Mike...........................
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Post by stitchdup on Nov 30, 2017 15:02:38 GMT -7
Looking good and looking forward to more Mike........................... x2 |
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Post by DeeCee on Dec 1, 2017 3:32:08 GMT -7
That interior looks sharp Michael,... nice work.
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Post by mrmike on Dec 1, 2017 6:19:29 GMT -7
Thanks guys! The engine installation is complete with the upper radiator hose detailed and installed.  I had almost forgotten the coil-over shocks for the front suspension.   More to come... |
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Post by kpnuts on Dec 2, 2017 4:15:02 GMT -7
Great work going on here
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Post by mrmike on Dec 4, 2017 8:37:13 GMT -7
Thanks kpnuts!
I spent a lot of time discussing my paint issues with some members of my model club Saturday at our meeting. I have come to the conclusion that the Tamiya Fine Surface Primer has had a formula change and it is not a good as it use to be. The hot hobby Testors One Coat Lacquer had mixed with the Tamiya primer instead of lying on top of it like it should. I was advised to get some DupliColor primer and use that instead. Since I have go out and run some errands today, I'll stop by the auto parts store and pick up some DupliColor primer.
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Post by DeeCee on Dec 4, 2017 13:14:19 GMT -7
Thanks kpnuts! I spent a lot of time discussing my paint issues with some members of my model club Saturday at our meeting. I have come to the conclusion that the Tamiya Fine Surface Primer has had a formula change and it is not a good as it use to be. The hot hobby Testors One Coat Lacquer had mixed with the Tamiya primer instead of lying on top of it like it should. I was advised to get some DupliColor primer and use that instead. Since I have go out and run some errands today, I'll stop by the auto parts store and pick up some DupliColor primer. I have used dupli-color primer for 10+ years, but recently it has changed too, i find it comes out very wet, and does not dry for a long time any more, i now use a primer from a panel paint shop and mix it myself.. |
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Post by kpnuts on Dec 4, 2017 15:50:11 GMT -7
It is really annoying when they change formulations on things it can have very serious side effects.
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Post by mrmike on Dec 12, 2017 6:23:52 GMT -7
I have been sick for a week with a bad cold that I am having trouble with getting rid of. I finally felt well enough to venture into the hobby room and I primered the Foose Ford with the DupliColor Primer and does this primer spray on nice! Thin coats and very controllable. Far cheaper than a can of Tamiya primer when you compare size and total cost. Let's see what happens when I paint over it.   I found a few spots that need extra attention on the passenger side rear fender.  More to come... |
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Post by mustang1989 on Dec 12, 2017 7:09:47 GMT -7
Definitely looking forward to it Mike................
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Post by vcv8273 on Dec 12, 2017 7:13:26 GMT -7
This is looking real nice and I have always used duplicolor primer on my builds with excellent results.
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Post by sharp on Dec 12, 2017 7:39:17 GMT -7
This is looking real good Mike,very nice work on the engine and interior
I also use the duplicolor primer all the time with no problem at all
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Post by coyotecrunch on Dec 19, 2017 13:06:26 GMT -7
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Post by mrmike on Dec 21, 2017 8:07:12 GMT -7
Thanks guys! Well, I have waited long enough and now I just had to get to finishing this Foose Ford. Another three coats of Testors De Ja Blue and no primer bleed-through! The color laid down nice! I think I have found a new primer.    More to come... |
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Post by kpnuts on Dec 21, 2017 12:54:25 GMT -7
Looks beyond impressive.
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Post by DeeCee on Dec 21, 2017 13:16:38 GMT -7
Nice result Michael.
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Post by mrmike on Jan 13, 2018 6:37:05 GMT -7
Thanks kpnuts and DeeCee! I cleared the FD100 with Testors Wet Look Clear last week and I am truly liking this color! I now need to wet sand the clear and get it really smooth.    More to come... |
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Post by mustang1989 on Jan 13, 2018 6:52:30 GMT -7
First off that looks swell Mike. Really swell!!!! Secondly, that De ja Blue looks just like the Mystic Teal Metallic that was used on the mid 90's through 02 Camaro / Firebird line up. Catchy color!!
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Post by coyotecrunch on Jan 13, 2018 7:51:35 GMT -7
Mike, I agree with Joe - I think that looks awesome just the way it is!!!
Definitely good enough for the girls I go with!!! LOL
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Post by mrmike on Jan 24, 2018 14:43:25 GMT -7
Thank you guys! I'm gad you like the color as I do, too! I spent part of my day wet sanding and polishing the Foose Ford. I decided to add some Testors Wet Look Clear to the interior bottom, the bed, and the running boards.    Now it's on to final assembly! More to come... |
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Post by kpnuts on Jan 24, 2018 15:15:30 GMT -7
Man that is gorgeous and the wet look really looks, , wet!
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Post by mrmike on Jan 25, 2018 9:14:25 GMT -7
Thanks kpnuts!
I have finished my Foose FD100 Pickup and it is posted On The Road. I would like to thank all those who have taken the time to view and to comment on my WIP.
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