Archive for April, 2009
Extra! Extra! Read All About Car History!
Written by admin on April 24, 2009 – 12:10 am -
Kadence Buchanan asked:
Model cars have been around for quite some time. Even I have to admit going through the phase of putting them together. Even as I write this, I can think of a few of the boxed sets that I would love to pick up from the shelves at the local store and piece together bit by bit. I also have to admit that my patience was never good. But, as with any other thing I have ever collected, there was one thing I always did. I always sought to learn the origin of that item. What’s its history? When did people start collecting them? Maybe I wanted to see if my elders were collecting some of the same things, or sometimes I might just have been looking to see how old a hobby mine was. Never the less, everything has a history and the model cars and the collection of them is no different. So where did it begin? Keep reading!
Birth of Model Cars
In the early 1900s not so long after the first real car was introduced, Germany started producing what would become noted as the first model car. Back then, since it was around the time of war, the only people who could really afford these toys were the sons of rich businessmen. These cars were called tin plate models. The first Die cast ones though, did not come about until the late 1920s or the early 1930s. By 1950 toy companies in Japan were producing these goods.
Model Cars Go Mainstream
The model car making companies went through a dry spell in the 1960s as it cost too much to produce these things. It wasn’t the products that were costing so much; it was the cost of employment that brought the slow down of producing these models. Today everyone loves to collect these old models more than when they first came out. Many companies closed down, while some switched to newer products that were either made of plastic or they later switched to the newer radio controlled cars. By the end of the craze, there were only four countries still producing the kits. They were United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Italy. As time went on, each company added more and more details to their models.
Transitioning to the Modern Era
Then in 1970, Italy burst onto the model scene with a bang. They lowered their prices, but still produced luxurious cars. They added more detail. Everyone was flocking to this brand. This brought more adults into the scene as it became more complicated to put the models together. By the 1980’s and the 1990s, these manufacturers went out west where it was cheaper to produce. More markets were set up. And now, with the progression of the World Wide Web, you can even buy these babies online!
The model car has come a long way. It has helped some kids bond with fathers as the boom of adding more detail to each models was implemented. Cars can be painted any color you want them to be. And recently, the United States created companies to produce these collectable toys as well. Making them a great trademark that continues to be some people’s favorite past times. Young and old and male and female are taking pride in the time and dedication it takes to put them together.
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Model cars have been around for quite some time. Even I have to admit going through the phase of putting them together. Even as I write this, I can think of a few of the boxed sets that I would love to pick up from the shelves at the local store and piece together bit by bit. I also have to admit that my patience was never good. But, as with any other thing I have ever collected, there was one thing I always did. I always sought to learn the origin of that item. What’s its history? When did people start collecting them? Maybe I wanted to see if my elders were collecting some of the same things, or sometimes I might just have been looking to see how old a hobby mine was. Never the less, everything has a history and the model cars and the collection of them is no different. So where did it begin? Keep reading!
Birth of Model Cars
In the early 1900s not so long after the first real car was introduced, Germany started producing what would become noted as the first model car. Back then, since it was around the time of war, the only people who could really afford these toys were the sons of rich businessmen. These cars were called tin plate models. The first Die cast ones though, did not come about until the late 1920s or the early 1930s. By 1950 toy companies in Japan were producing these goods.
Model Cars Go Mainstream
The model car making companies went through a dry spell in the 1960s as it cost too much to produce these things. It wasn’t the products that were costing so much; it was the cost of employment that brought the slow down of producing these models. Today everyone loves to collect these old models more than when they first came out. Many companies closed down, while some switched to newer products that were either made of plastic or they later switched to the newer radio controlled cars. By the end of the craze, there were only four countries still producing the kits. They were United Kingdom, Germany, France, and Italy. As time went on, each company added more and more details to their models.
Transitioning to the Modern Era
Then in 1970, Italy burst onto the model scene with a bang. They lowered their prices, but still produced luxurious cars. They added more detail. Everyone was flocking to this brand. This brought more adults into the scene as it became more complicated to put the models together. By the 1980’s and the 1990s, these manufacturers went out west where it was cheaper to produce. More markets were set up. And now, with the progression of the World Wide Web, you can even buy these babies online!
The model car has come a long way. It has helped some kids bond with fathers as the boom of adding more detail to each models was implemented. Cars can be painted any color you want them to be. And recently, the United States created companies to produce these collectable toys as well. Making them a great trademark that continues to be some people’s favorite past times. Young and old and male and female are taking pride in the time and dedication it takes to put them together.
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Tags: 1930s, Car History, Elders, Germany France, History Model, Plate Models, Radio Controlled Cars
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Austin Healey Sprite Classic Car
Written by admin on April 18, 2009 – 6:09 pm -
Classic Cars For Sale asked:
Leaping into production in 1958, the Donald Healey Sprite was a low cost sports car which used existing BMC parts to ensure over heads of the cars productions remained low. The Austin Healey Sprite would prove to be a big success.
The commonly named “Austin Frogeye”, the Mark I Sprite, was a massive success in its three years of production, with no other car competing on price or performance. As its widely used nick name suggests, the distinctive look of the Mark I Sprite owed itself to the round headlamps on the bonnet of the car, nicked named “frog-eye” headlamps. Cheap and easy to maintain, the wings and bonnet was a one piece unit which opened up to allow easy and large access to the engine. The Mark I used the 948cc Austin A-Series engine which was tuneable and capable of 43bhp, the A35 gearbox and axels, and the twin SU carburettors. Equipped with leaf spring suspension to the front, and wishbone suspension to the rear, the Mark I got it suspension from earlier models such as the A35 and Moris Minor.
The Mark II saw some cosmetic changes including the famous headlamps being moved on to the wings, a change of rear bumper, and the introduction of front disc brakes. The Mark II was also equipped with a new larger engine from the Morris Minor 1000 and Morris Minor 1100, increasing the engine size to 1098cc.
A less performance geared Mark III Sprite was more fined with lockable doors, wind up windows, and quarter lights. With the rebadging of the Sprite by BMC to the Midget, the Sprite Mark III was also sold as the MG Midget Mark II.
The Mark IV had two main difference, with an increased capacity to 1275cc and a convertible roof instead of the removable roofs from the earlier variations.
The production of this classic car ended in 1971. Today many of this classic cars are known as “Spridgets” with the classic car enthusiasts community due to the Austin Healey Sprite and the MG Midgets sharing the same design and parts. This makes finding parts relatively easy due to the parts being interchangeable.
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Leaping into production in 1958, the Donald Healey Sprite was a low cost sports car which used existing BMC parts to ensure over heads of the cars productions remained low. The Austin Healey Sprite would prove to be a big success.
The commonly named “Austin Frogeye”, the Mark I Sprite, was a massive success in its three years of production, with no other car competing on price or performance. As its widely used nick name suggests, the distinctive look of the Mark I Sprite owed itself to the round headlamps on the bonnet of the car, nicked named “frog-eye” headlamps. Cheap and easy to maintain, the wings and bonnet was a one piece unit which opened up to allow easy and large access to the engine. The Mark I used the 948cc Austin A-Series engine which was tuneable and capable of 43bhp, the A35 gearbox and axels, and the twin SU carburettors. Equipped with leaf spring suspension to the front, and wishbone suspension to the rear, the Mark I got it suspension from earlier models such as the A35 and Moris Minor.
The Mark II saw some cosmetic changes including the famous headlamps being moved on to the wings, a change of rear bumper, and the introduction of front disc brakes. The Mark II was also equipped with a new larger engine from the Morris Minor 1000 and Morris Minor 1100, increasing the engine size to 1098cc.
A less performance geared Mark III Sprite was more fined with lockable doors, wind up windows, and quarter lights. With the rebadging of the Sprite by BMC to the Midget, the Sprite Mark III was also sold as the MG Midget Mark II.
The Mark IV had two main difference, with an increased capacity to 1275cc and a convertible roof instead of the removable roofs from the earlier variations.
The production of this classic car ended in 1971. Today many of this classic cars are known as “Spridgets” with the classic car enthusiasts community due to the Austin Healey Sprite and the MG Midgets sharing the same design and parts. This makes finding parts relatively easy due to the parts being interchangeable.
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Tags: Axels, Classic Car Enthusiasts, Classic Cars, Leaf Spring Suspension, Mark Iii, Mark Iv, Quarter Lights
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Are There Specifics to Collecting Model Cars?
Written by admin on April 18, 2009 – 2:06 pm -
Kadence Buchanan asked:
Who Collects What
Every person has their things they collect, no matter how odd they might be. There’s also a trend that some things, one gender usually collects. For girls it’s normally the dolls and teddy bears or the china sets. Then there are the toys for the guys. The rare coins and the stamps are more of their collectables as some guys like history; but nothing can replace the guys’ favorite collectable: the model cars. While some take them out of the box and piece them together, believe it or not, some guys just leave it in the box to say they have it. But, how much money are they worth if you leave them in the box? I did some digging to find out the proper things to keep in mind when you collect model cars, whether you are a guy or a girl!
What to Look for in a Collectible
Every collector has those features that they look for, but it’s the price these things carry that means the most to people. Maybe it’s the knowing they are worth something if you need to make some easy cash. Whatever the reasons may be, you might be wondering what to look for. Here are some tips if you’re thinking of collecting these babies.
Collectors of these model cars like it when they buy their cars already boxed. Nothing makes these collectors feel more like little kids than when they start painting the exterior. The people who collect these things live on the “fumes” to put together each and every piece as they would fix their very own car. They put delicate touches to each area of the body and the interior as well. Each person has their own choice for color, but what really sells seems to be the older cars that people fall in love with. It’s sort of how people fantasize about their true life dream cars; the older, the better. The more detail the car has also draws the collectors. What most people think will draw people into buying the kit may not actually be. Most items people collect have a certain value, or flaws that make them very special. While digging into what makes collectors of these model cars buy them, I have found out it’s nothing like that. They are living dreams through the model cars of their taste. So, it’s pretty hard to depict the buying trend or what to look for. It is all decided by the types of cars or motorcycles they are into.
Picking the Right Color
There are some hot colors. This does depend on the style. The more classic cars, which were around before the 1980’s seem to favor black, red, and yellow. The newer cars go for the grays, blues, and other variety of colors. Much like today, many people favor both the bright bold colors as well as the more business savvy colors. Again, it’s all in what you prefer. So, don’t hold yourself back. Dream what you want to dream. Where you can’t always have the car you want in real life, with these model cars, any car you want is right with in your reach!
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Who Collects What
Every person has their things they collect, no matter how odd they might be. There’s also a trend that some things, one gender usually collects. For girls it’s normally the dolls and teddy bears or the china sets. Then there are the toys for the guys. The rare coins and the stamps are more of their collectables as some guys like history; but nothing can replace the guys’ favorite collectable: the model cars. While some take them out of the box and piece them together, believe it or not, some guys just leave it in the box to say they have it. But, how much money are they worth if you leave them in the box? I did some digging to find out the proper things to keep in mind when you collect model cars, whether you are a guy or a girl!
What to Look for in a Collectible
Every collector has those features that they look for, but it’s the price these things carry that means the most to people. Maybe it’s the knowing they are worth something if you need to make some easy cash. Whatever the reasons may be, you might be wondering what to look for. Here are some tips if you’re thinking of collecting these babies.
Collectors of these model cars like it when they buy their cars already boxed. Nothing makes these collectors feel more like little kids than when they start painting the exterior. The people who collect these things live on the “fumes” to put together each and every piece as they would fix their very own car. They put delicate touches to each area of the body and the interior as well. Each person has their own choice for color, but what really sells seems to be the older cars that people fall in love with. It’s sort of how people fantasize about their true life dream cars; the older, the better. The more detail the car has also draws the collectors. What most people think will draw people into buying the kit may not actually be. Most items people collect have a certain value, or flaws that make them very special. While digging into what makes collectors of these model cars buy them, I have found out it’s nothing like that. They are living dreams through the model cars of their taste. So, it’s pretty hard to depict the buying trend or what to look for. It is all decided by the types of cars or motorcycles they are into.
Picking the Right Color
There are some hot colors. This does depend on the style. The more classic cars, which were around before the 1980’s seem to favor black, red, and yellow. The newer cars go for the grays, blues, and other variety of colors. Much like today, many people favor both the bright bold colors as well as the more business savvy colors. Again, it’s all in what you prefer. So, don’t hold yourself back. Dream what you want to dream. Where you can’t always have the car you want in real life, with these model cars, any car you want is right with in your reach!
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Among the Favorites: Die Cast Models
Written by admin on April 13, 2009 – 3:07 am -
Kadence Buchanan asked:
Since the beginning of the production of model cars, there have been a total of ninety-six different brands of model cars. Over a period of time, some of them have closed down, resulting in today twelve that are no longer up and running. Among those that are still going strong are the ever popular companies that use the die cast model to create their cars.
The Kinds of Models
There are four scales in which the die cast models are built. These are: 1:18, 1:24, 1:48, and 1:43. The models that are created today are based off of real existing cars. They include much more detail from these cars so that they match the description as much to the T as possible. They do try to make some of the things function. While the steering wheel and the wheels might not work, you can normally open the doors and the trunk, as well as the hood on the 1:32, 1:48, and 1:43 scale cars. This is better than the first die cast models that didn’t have any real life action whatsoever. The reason for adding this was to beat the competition brought on by different parts of the world who were adding more and more detail to make these model cars almost life-like, just miniature. Before long, they added more things such as working suspensions, headlights, and other features as well.
Who Makes the Models?
The United States and The United Kingdom were the first two countries to market the die cast models right after Matchbox was created. It was slow at first. Models were offered for order in catalogues, but as the popularity increased they began to cater to the wishes of their clientele. What were once basic models with no special features changed in the 1970’s when buyers wanted the cars to depict the cars of their dreams. In the 1980’s there was licensing to the die cast models. This meant that the different companies that produced die cast models would sign agreements that license them to make replicas of cars that particular car companies manufacture. The companies can even have their logos imprinted on the car and they also enter into the agreements. Some of these licensing agreements are for companies to produce models that the car companies no longer produce. Examples of the premium models being described here are produced by firms such as: Franklin Mint, Danbury Mint, and Fairfield Mint. Other examples of some of the lower end die cast model producers include companies such as: Maisto, Hot Wheels, Matchbox, and Corgi.
These companies have been bringing fun to people for almost fifty years. They have allowed people to use their creative minds to paint cars in the colors that they see fit. They have let the mind wander as to what sort of car every boy and girl wishes to have. Men have been included in this as well, as real life sets in, and bills have to be paid. What more could a man ask for in a toy that has become so popular after all?
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Since the beginning of the production of model cars, there have been a total of ninety-six different brands of model cars. Over a period of time, some of them have closed down, resulting in today twelve that are no longer up and running. Among those that are still going strong are the ever popular companies that use the die cast model to create their cars.
The Kinds of Models
There are four scales in which the die cast models are built. These are: 1:18, 1:24, 1:48, and 1:43. The models that are created today are based off of real existing cars. They include much more detail from these cars so that they match the description as much to the T as possible. They do try to make some of the things function. While the steering wheel and the wheels might not work, you can normally open the doors and the trunk, as well as the hood on the 1:32, 1:48, and 1:43 scale cars. This is better than the first die cast models that didn’t have any real life action whatsoever. The reason for adding this was to beat the competition brought on by different parts of the world who were adding more and more detail to make these model cars almost life-like, just miniature. Before long, they added more things such as working suspensions, headlights, and other features as well.
Who Makes the Models?
The United States and The United Kingdom were the first two countries to market the die cast models right after Matchbox was created. It was slow at first. Models were offered for order in catalogues, but as the popularity increased they began to cater to the wishes of their clientele. What were once basic models with no special features changed in the 1970’s when buyers wanted the cars to depict the cars of their dreams. In the 1980’s there was licensing to the die cast models. This meant that the different companies that produced die cast models would sign agreements that license them to make replicas of cars that particular car companies manufacture. The companies can even have their logos imprinted on the car and they also enter into the agreements. Some of these licensing agreements are for companies to produce models that the car companies no longer produce. Examples of the premium models being described here are produced by firms such as: Franklin Mint, Danbury Mint, and Fairfield Mint. Other examples of some of the lower end die cast model producers include companies such as: Maisto, Hot Wheels, Matchbox, and Corgi.
These companies have been bringing fun to people for almost fifty years. They have allowed people to use their creative minds to paint cars in the colors that they see fit. They have let the mind wander as to what sort of car every boy and girl wishes to have. Men have been included in this as well, as real life sets in, and bills have to be paid. What more could a man ask for in a toy that has become so popular after all?
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Model Cars – 2 Great Ways To Create Model Cars Without Going Broke
Written by admin on April 9, 2009 – 7:12 am -
Abhishek Agarwal asked:
All around the world, many people who have remote controlled hobbies are very zealous about the creating and the racing of these cars.
You may be astonished to learn how much money these enthusiasts spend building their remote controlled car. Some of them can rack up into the hundreds and hundreds of dollars buying high end equipment that will design an extremely insane fast and rather good-looking car.
Should you be interested in radio-controlled hobbies, then you should know now that you will be spending some money. There are some very expensive parts. For your very first car, you do not need to purchase expensive parts. How do you go about saving money on a hobby you love so much?
1. Never Buy Inexpensive Parts -
First of all, never buy supplies that are cheap just because that is what they are. Should this be your first remote controlled car, you are just beginning so get an accurate assessment for the hobby. Top quality parts do make a great car but remember, you are just beginning.
You may see the remote controlled technology hobby may not be your kind of gig, leaving you burnt out only after a number of hours of trying it and putting the model together. Should this be what happens, it was probably a great idea you did not spend a whole bunch of money.
2. Using Cheap Materials
However, hobbyists who really enjoy developing and building their own remote controlled cars. They are the ones who will begin spending lots of money and invest more time to get their second and third cars up to speed only after the realize that have the experience to do it right.
So for those who are beginning one of your initial ways to be inaugurated into radio-controlled hobbies is to buy a kit with the radio components and the motors. This typically costs anywhere from $20 to $30 at a local crafts store. It is essential that you buy the kit before putting the car together so you will know exactly what dimensions you are going to need.
For the car itself, this can be made out of a variety of items. One such item is wood and glue (this part will take lots of time so be sure to set aside some time to work on it.) You can get cheap wood by going to the local hobby store or even a lumber store. Look for a lightweight wood that can be used in making the car. Then make you sure you have some sort of strong glue such as superglue or epoxy that will hold it together.
If you prefer the car to already be made, than a do it for yourself kit is not needed. There are kits made with the car model inside. This model car will no doubt look better than anything you can have thrown together and look professionally done. Those costs of these kits are relatively cheap.
The drawback to these kits is you won’t be getting a say so on how the car looks since they are pre-designed. Creating and building them from scratch has this distinct advantage.
The decision is yours – to design and create model cars yourself or have a model car already created. It’s likely your pre-kitted car won’t be much to look at and has very little power but that’s not important. The only thing this car has given you that is important is experience. By starting with the easy car first, you can be ahead of the game when you stat your custom car.
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All around the world, many people who have remote controlled hobbies are very zealous about the creating and the racing of these cars.
You may be astonished to learn how much money these enthusiasts spend building their remote controlled car. Some of them can rack up into the hundreds and hundreds of dollars buying high end equipment that will design an extremely insane fast and rather good-looking car.
Should you be interested in radio-controlled hobbies, then you should know now that you will be spending some money. There are some very expensive parts. For your very first car, you do not need to purchase expensive parts. How do you go about saving money on a hobby you love so much?
1. Never Buy Inexpensive Parts -
First of all, never buy supplies that are cheap just because that is what they are. Should this be your first remote controlled car, you are just beginning so get an accurate assessment for the hobby. Top quality parts do make a great car but remember, you are just beginning.
You may see the remote controlled technology hobby may not be your kind of gig, leaving you burnt out only after a number of hours of trying it and putting the model together. Should this be what happens, it was probably a great idea you did not spend a whole bunch of money.
2. Using Cheap Materials
However, hobbyists who really enjoy developing and building their own remote controlled cars. They are the ones who will begin spending lots of money and invest more time to get their second and third cars up to speed only after the realize that have the experience to do it right.
So for those who are beginning one of your initial ways to be inaugurated into radio-controlled hobbies is to buy a kit with the radio components and the motors. This typically costs anywhere from $20 to $30 at a local crafts store. It is essential that you buy the kit before putting the car together so you will know exactly what dimensions you are going to need.
For the car itself, this can be made out of a variety of items. One such item is wood and glue (this part will take lots of time so be sure to set aside some time to work on it.) You can get cheap wood by going to the local hobby store or even a lumber store. Look for a lightweight wood that can be used in making the car. Then make you sure you have some sort of strong glue such as superglue or epoxy that will hold it together.
If you prefer the car to already be made, than a do it for yourself kit is not needed. There are kits made with the car model inside. This model car will no doubt look better than anything you can have thrown together and look professionally done. Those costs of these kits are relatively cheap.
The drawback to these kits is you won’t be getting a say so on how the car looks since they are pre-designed. Creating and building them from scratch has this distinct advantage.
The decision is yours – to design and create model cars yourself or have a model car already created. It’s likely your pre-kitted car won’t be much to look at and has very little power but that’s not important. The only thing this car has given you that is important is experience. By starting with the easy car first, you can be ahead of the game when you stat your custom car.
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Airbrushing Those Model Cars: Tips and How To
Written by admin on April 8, 2009 – 9:34 pm -
Kadence Buchanan asked:
The best way to apply paint is by airbrushing. It takes less time, and, come off it; we humans are totally all about making things a bit easier. But when you do use the air brush technique can be sort of tricky. So, here are some steps for air brushing that you should keep in mind!
When and How to Use
There are a few circumstances in which you might use an air brush. One time when you would use this is when you have large areas to fill in. Another would be when you have thin lines. Many use this when they are mixing their colors as well to give it just the right tone. Start out with a single layered airbrush. This is easier to use until you have had practice with your models. The next things you’ll want to keep in mind are the air compressors. They can be tricky so make sure you really read up on them. A lot of airbrushes come with diaphragms that teach you how to use them. Make sure you test it on other things before your models. It can get tricky. Of course, there’s the obvious precaution of making sure you have plenty of ventilation too. Other safety precautions are wearing a mask over your mouth and goggles as well. For those of you who hate to get your clothes dirty, you can buy lab type coats to wear.
The paints should match up as well as possible; you might need a primer too. The model kit should tell you in the instructions what you need. To avoid catching any areas you don’t want spray painted, here are a few tips. First of all, use tape to tape off a boundary edge. Don’t spray at an angle. This is how you get the paint underneath the tape. However, if you do get it under the tape and want to get it off, rubbing alcohol always helps to remove paint.
Finding the Right Paint and Equipment
Before you go to mix paint so that the colors look authentic, try craft stores. Sometimes they carry those colors already mixed and ready for you to use. A tip to keep in mind is that most of the modern day kits use water based acrylics.
After you learn how to use the airbrush, it will go really quickly on the projects that you are working on. This takes time, as it would with anything new you use. You just have to have a bit of patience and some practice. There are many types of airbrushes and while one can suggest one thing in an article, only you know what you are ready to handle. Go to the store and pick up an airbrush. The sales people can help you pick out the perfect one. One type may do a better job in some instances, and another is better for other projects. It’s just that everyone prefers something over another thing and who better to help you than the ones who are getting paid to help you? This is especially true if this is your first ever time.
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The best way to apply paint is by airbrushing. It takes less time, and, come off it; we humans are totally all about making things a bit easier. But when you do use the air brush technique can be sort of tricky. So, here are some steps for air brushing that you should keep in mind!
When and How to Use
There are a few circumstances in which you might use an air brush. One time when you would use this is when you have large areas to fill in. Another would be when you have thin lines. Many use this when they are mixing their colors as well to give it just the right tone. Start out with a single layered airbrush. This is easier to use until you have had practice with your models. The next things you’ll want to keep in mind are the air compressors. They can be tricky so make sure you really read up on them. A lot of airbrushes come with diaphragms that teach you how to use them. Make sure you test it on other things before your models. It can get tricky. Of course, there’s the obvious precaution of making sure you have plenty of ventilation too. Other safety precautions are wearing a mask over your mouth and goggles as well. For those of you who hate to get your clothes dirty, you can buy lab type coats to wear.
The paints should match up as well as possible; you might need a primer too. The model kit should tell you in the instructions what you need. To avoid catching any areas you don’t want spray painted, here are a few tips. First of all, use tape to tape off a boundary edge. Don’t spray at an angle. This is how you get the paint underneath the tape. However, if you do get it under the tape and want to get it off, rubbing alcohol always helps to remove paint.
Finding the Right Paint and Equipment
Before you go to mix paint so that the colors look authentic, try craft stores. Sometimes they carry those colors already mixed and ready for you to use. A tip to keep in mind is that most of the modern day kits use water based acrylics.
After you learn how to use the airbrush, it will go really quickly on the projects that you are working on. This takes time, as it would with anything new you use. You just have to have a bit of patience and some practice. There are many types of airbrushes and while one can suggest one thing in an article, only you know what you are ready to handle. Go to the store and pick up an airbrush. The sales people can help you pick out the perfect one. One type may do a better job in some instances, and another is better for other projects. It’s just that everyone prefers something over another thing and who better to help you than the ones who are getting paid to help you? This is especially true if this is your first ever time.
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Tags: Acrylics, Air Compressors, Goggles, Mask, Model Cars, Safety Precautions, Ventilation
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The Skill Levels Of Model Car Kits
Written by admin on April 8, 2009 – 7:05 pm -
Kadence Buchanan asked:
Just as everything we do in life has different levels of mastery, so it is the same for model car kits. There are a total of five skill levels. Although, two of them can somewhat fit into one snug skilled level. These levels are determined by the detail that is applied to the models that you are trying to create. Read on to find which skilled level you are at!
Defining the First Level
The first level is for beginners. Most beginners have to stay at this level for about a month or two, depending on how many models you create. With these models, they are already painted for you. So, there’s no need to get yourself dirty. The basic idea of these models is learning how things go together. Most of these, you just sort of snap the pieces into place. If you were anything like how I was when I began, you just thought one piece could fit anywhere. You knew the car had a front and a back, and four wheels. They use the method of peeling the decals and placing them on, rather than the ones where you have to use water. According to most websites, these kits are for young ones, or for those who haven’t done models in a while.
Level Two Models
The second level is different in a few ways. This level is recommended for those over the age of ten. Most of them come as plain white pieces; so, on this level; you do begin to start painting. Here, they tell you how many parts are in the box, and this adds more detail. This is also the level where glue will be needed. There are also what are called waterslide decals, which are more life-like.
Level Three
Level three is about as hard as levels four and five. There are more versions of the model than just the ones that the company illustrates, so don’t be alarmed if there are more parts in the box than what the instructions tell you about. Another thing they add to these kits is color schemes. You mix colors and so forth beginning in this level. Don’t attempt this skill if you are not familiar with the basics, because let’s face it, you’re only wasting your money.
The Top Levels
Levels four and five are put together. This is the level that you begin tinkering with the engine and putting details on the inside as well. The higher the level you go, the more work you’ll be putting into it. All of the levels have some sort of age limit. Yet, this is just what they think is appropriate to begin using the kit. It takes into account the fumes from the glue, paint etc., the skill involved in each level, and so on. What it all boils down to though is how comfortable you feel with what you are doing. Some people get it really easily, so they fly by skill levels one and two; while some remain on level one just to be sure they have the basics down pat before they move into greater detail. Just find what level you feel you are ready to handle. Don’t think too big.
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Just as everything we do in life has different levels of mastery, so it is the same for model car kits. There are a total of five skill levels. Although, two of them can somewhat fit into one snug skilled level. These levels are determined by the detail that is applied to the models that you are trying to create. Read on to find which skilled level you are at!
Defining the First Level
The first level is for beginners. Most beginners have to stay at this level for about a month or two, depending on how many models you create. With these models, they are already painted for you. So, there’s no need to get yourself dirty. The basic idea of these models is learning how things go together. Most of these, you just sort of snap the pieces into place. If you were anything like how I was when I began, you just thought one piece could fit anywhere. You knew the car had a front and a back, and four wheels. They use the method of peeling the decals and placing them on, rather than the ones where you have to use water. According to most websites, these kits are for young ones, or for those who haven’t done models in a while.
Level Two Models
The second level is different in a few ways. This level is recommended for those over the age of ten. Most of them come as plain white pieces; so, on this level; you do begin to start painting. Here, they tell you how many parts are in the box, and this adds more detail. This is also the level where glue will be needed. There are also what are called waterslide decals, which are more life-like.
Level Three
Level three is about as hard as levels four and five. There are more versions of the model than just the ones that the company illustrates, so don’t be alarmed if there are more parts in the box than what the instructions tell you about. Another thing they add to these kits is color schemes. You mix colors and so forth beginning in this level. Don’t attempt this skill if you are not familiar with the basics, because let’s face it, you’re only wasting your money.
The Top Levels
Levels four and five are put together. This is the level that you begin tinkering with the engine and putting details on the inside as well. The higher the level you go, the more work you’ll be putting into it. All of the levels have some sort of age limit. Yet, this is just what they think is appropriate to begin using the kit. It takes into account the fumes from the glue, paint etc., the skill involved in each level, and so on. What it all boils down to though is how comfortable you feel with what you are doing. Some people get it really easily, so they fly by skill levels one and two; while some remain on level one just to be sure they have the basics down pat before they move into greater detail. Just find what level you feel you are ready to handle. Don’t think too big.
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Tags: Attempt, Decals, Four Wheels, Model Car Kits, Model Kits, Models, Painting
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Building a Model Car From Scratch
Written by admin on April 2, 2009 – 1:28 am -
Kadence Buchanan asked:
Get the Car You Want
Now, to those of you who are like this, I tip my hat to you. I have patience, don’t get me wrong, but I’m no saint. And to me, this is what it takes to master the art of making your own model car from scratch. I got annoyed at times with just putting the kits together. But do you want to make that car you have seen, but no one has a kit for? Now you can!
Getting Started
Every good creator starts with a drawing. Draw the details of what you want. If you don’t know where to get the supplies, you can show someone at the store what you would really like to do. From there, they can best advise you on the parts you will need. The things you might need will always vary according to whose model you want to base your dream car off of; because while you might be the creator, the idea might have been inspired by a model you pieced together, but you might like to add a few features too. There are many online sources that you can get particular pieces from, not just a whole kit. So, do a search; you might find what you’re looking for.
You first start out by sketching the main frame. Make it very low scale. Make sure you draw your car at different angles so as to hit all those key points of the car that you have floating around in your mind. What does it look like? Start adding your detail into it. Add in custom painting. Some people add flames and things like that. With the design etched on paper you can begin formulating it from scratch.
Use Proper Scale and Details
By determining what scale you want, you can begin designing. If you make it too small you will have a hard time getting in the details. Just a little side note that is helpful to remember. Develop the measurements you want to use. Make your reference points at the tires. Using current kits for pieces, design the car that you would like to make. You may like one type of car, but see it with a different bumper or fender; that sort of thing. The sky is the limit with what you want to do. This allows you to paint it whatever color you want to, and use different styles to your liking to create that one special piece. The more details you add in your drawing the more ideas you can get for what you need to create, and what you need to get from other sources.
Online Help
No matter what, the project should be fun! There are many different links online that can help you with in-depth details for creating your own model. You just have to search, but each model is different. So, make sure to specify what sort of model you are looking to create. Most people have the type of car in mind, just with different effects; so that can be your starting point by using those key words. Have fun, have patience, and model to your heart’s content!
Ipod Super Site
Get the Car You Want
Now, to those of you who are like this, I tip my hat to you. I have patience, don’t get me wrong, but I’m no saint. And to me, this is what it takes to master the art of making your own model car from scratch. I got annoyed at times with just putting the kits together. But do you want to make that car you have seen, but no one has a kit for? Now you can!
Getting Started
Every good creator starts with a drawing. Draw the details of what you want. If you don’t know where to get the supplies, you can show someone at the store what you would really like to do. From there, they can best advise you on the parts you will need. The things you might need will always vary according to whose model you want to base your dream car off of; because while you might be the creator, the idea might have been inspired by a model you pieced together, but you might like to add a few features too. There are many online sources that you can get particular pieces from, not just a whole kit. So, do a search; you might find what you’re looking for.
You first start out by sketching the main frame. Make it very low scale. Make sure you draw your car at different angles so as to hit all those key points of the car that you have floating around in your mind. What does it look like? Start adding your detail into it. Add in custom painting. Some people add flames and things like that. With the design etched on paper you can begin formulating it from scratch.
Use Proper Scale and Details
By determining what scale you want, you can begin designing. If you make it too small you will have a hard time getting in the details. Just a little side note that is helpful to remember. Develop the measurements you want to use. Make your reference points at the tires. Using current kits for pieces, design the car that you would like to make. You may like one type of car, but see it with a different bumper or fender; that sort of thing. The sky is the limit with what you want to do. This allows you to paint it whatever color you want to, and use different styles to your liking to create that one special piece. The more details you add in your drawing the more ideas you can get for what you need to create, and what you need to get from other sources.
Online Help
No matter what, the project should be fun! There are many different links online that can help you with in-depth details for creating your own model. You just have to search, but each model is different. So, make sure to specify what sort of model you are looking to create. Most people have the type of car in mind, just with different effects; so that can be your starting point by using those key words. Have fun, have patience, and model to your heart’s content!
Ipod Super Site
Tags: Design Car, Drawing, Fender, Measurements, Model Car, Reference Points, Scratch
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