Part 3 - Model Car Building Basics - AMT 1950 Ford Convertible

[@jasonrothgeb6071]

Odd thought: some modelers hurl the term "kit assembler" at those who don't kit bash, add aftermarket components, or scratchbuild parts. This series has demonstrated "kit assembly" at its highest level and has been a joy to watch! Can't wait for the next installment.

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

I have been accused of being a kit assembler because I like to build Japanese kits box stock. I’d like to show with this series that building box stock is far from easy. I’ve seen so many guys that throw so many aftermarket pieces at a model but leave ejection marks orange peel and horrible stance. Thanks for watching Jason 👍

[@lancerevell5979]

I'm watching this build with interest, as I have this same kit on order. It's good to get a heads-up on any problems, and some tips for my build. 😎👍

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks for watching Lance, I hope that you enjoy the rest of the series. 👍

[@michaelhintzmikesminiature1812]

Great Video James. What goes on top is only as good as what's underneath. I'll be watching

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks for watching Mike, you are absolutely right my friend. One more video of prep work then it’s time for primer and paint 👍

[@michaelcooke2559]

Great work on this video series. Seeing you build is definitely a very good learning experience. Thanks for sharing.

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thank you Michael for following along. I’m trying to keep all of the tips at the beginner/intermediate level in the series and trying to explain everything. Let me know if you have any questions along the way.

[@michaelcooke2559]

@@ScaleModelExperiment You are really getting the point across regarding what is necessary to build a good model.

[@deenjoan9938]

Vary nice looks to be going well good catch on the body lines that were missing enjpyed

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks for watching Deen, I’m glad that you enjoyed the video.👍

[@sodakmodelcars]

Another great video James!

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks so much for watching Sodak 👍

[@kevinsmith7697]

Thought you were talking about me about the sharpest tool ! 😝 At least I know to watch your videos! Don’t you wish we had all these videos back when we started out in our great hobby? Gonna put fender skirts on this build? Wide whites ? What color? Guess I’ll have to wait and see . Very cool video series JT! 😎✌️🤔🫡🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Hi Kevin, yes I do wish I had a SME channel to watch 25 years ago. This is my contribution to give back to the hobby. I announce the color next episode and begin paint the one after that. Stay tuned👍

[@alancyr3100]

Great tips! Thanks for sharing

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks Alan, I appreciate you watching and leaving me a comment.

[@travisweeks7819]

She's looking good

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks Travis!

[@willyct207]

Thanks a lot Mr James here is a wealth of info for guys like me that is practically a baby in building models although I started in 1967 with an Airfix DC3. I will save this series!!!👌👌👌

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

You are welcome Willy, I’m so glad to share what I’ve learned with all of you. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel.👍

[@MrModelworx]

Your videos are plain fun to watch James, your relaxed style, nice bit of jazz in the background and like me you enjoy getting the model parts fitting right!

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thank you so much! You made my day.

[@davidchin350]

Good start and test fitting James.😊

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks David, more good stuff coming soon. I appreciate the support👍

[@robertmann7277]

Tech tip - when doing the backscribing, just let weight of the knife rest on the panel line for the 1st couple of passes- that way your knife won't " skate " off of the line you're trying to enhance, thank you for this tutorial James, I'm really enjoying it and look forward to a new segment

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Excellent point Rob, thanks for watching and commenting. I appreciate your support 👍

[@rickforrester6922]

Good video James. This would be a teaching video. For newbie and some of us old guys too. I’m enjoying this build.

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks Rick, I’m trying to appeal to a wide audience with this tutorial build series. I’m glad that you enjoyed the video👍

[@DonnieGriffin-eo2eo]

Great video James,Thanks for sharing. Donnie

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks Donnie for watching 👍 I appreciate your support!

[@KarlScaleModeling]

Another great update there James, lots of tips to learn from and once again I'm looking forward for the next update on this 👍🏼👍🏼

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks so much for watching Karl. I’m glad that you enjoyed the video. Next one is a good one too… coming next week.

[@ronstewart9792]

Great video James. Like the way you filled the block and frame. Makes them look much better. Ron

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks Ron, I’m glad that you enjoyed the video. More good stuff coming soon, thanks for watching 👍

[@raymondblasee1048]

I learned something in this video, its the Tamiya epoxy putty and its wonderful uses such as filling in the engine block hole for the axle to go through. It looks great after shaping it with water and an silicone brush👍

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Hi Ray, it was super easy to use and I’ll be using it again to fill gaps between pieces. Thanks for watching bud 👍

[@davidparsleyscustomscaleemerge]

Looking good!!

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks David for watching 👍

[@janvanrenselaar5998]

This is a serie that every beginning model builder must see. To start their first kit on the proper way and got a good result at the end. Not start building after the box came in and later have to fix the things that make it now unfixed a not so nice model,into a real nice model. I learned more from video,s like this: The how to do video,s than from the build video,s with the perfect result. But they don,t show like you do, how to get the better result at the end. We all can throw a kit together,but many don,t get results like you show us in your video,s. Thanks a lot for making this relaxing and well explaining video serie James. You put a lot of your time and efford in it to make US build better kits

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thank you so much for the comment. It makes it all worth the effort. I do think that everyone needs to fail a few times trying to do it their own way and then see how someone with more experience does it. I really should call this an intermediate series as I’m using an airbrush, epoxy putty etc. anyways… thanks for watching and supporting the channel.

[@janvanrenselaar5998]

@@ScaleModelExperiment James maybe intermediate. But that prepwork AND dry fitting is making a huge difference. And that is something when you start,not know. A bit sanding yes,but not like you do on the video. It shows that it is more important as the most will think. At least i did not think about it to much in the beginning. Have a nice weekend.

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

@@janvanrenselaar5998 I wish that someone had told me about white glue fitting years ago.

[@sindrelangvatn7295]

Looks great😊

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks for watching Sindre, I appreciate the support 👍

[@hortonshotrodshop2003]

Nice to see some of your tips and how you do them

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thank you Horton, I’m glad that you enjoyed the video.

[@antithesisjones765]

That’s some high level techniques there. Great video! 👍

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thank you Antithesis, i wanted to show exactly how things can be fixed without too much trouble and simple tools. It’s all about the prep details man! I appreciate you watching 👍

[@Bruces-Eclectic-World]

Doing a great job so far James... I see you found all those mold line's. Did not catch the missing body lines. Thanks! The flash on mine is so bad as I showed in my video. I have not started anything else as I was waiting fro this video. I'm going to work on my car this weekend and finish all the sanding. I have the engine glued together as you do. Hahaha had the same issue with that intake and block and went through the same process. I went with the chrome heads and dual carbs. cutting off the carbs, interesting? Well ok, I will get to hacking... 🤣 Now you got me curious on the front axle setup. 🤔 Thanks for the series and video James... I did decide on a color. 🤫 LLAP 🖖

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

That’s great that you’re working along with me on this project. I hope others are as well. I’m a little ahead of the videos right now as I shot base coat last night. I reveal the color next episode.as for the front axle, the kit comes with plastic versions of the axle. I’ll cut those short and insert just the ends to the wheels.

[@Bruces-Eclectic-World]

@@ScaleModelExperiment Lol, can't follow along until I can see the video... 🤣 I just want to see how your progressing. I figured you ahead of the videos. 😃 Really? I did not notice that! Be right back, (20 minutes Later) I see two parts that look like they could be axles but no where do I see any mention of them or a picture. Odd. Anyway, guess I will fill the block with something, I don't have what you have... Lol Were having fun now!

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

@Bruces-Eclectic-World yes sir we are!

[@marsgarage8217]

Nice work.

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thank you Marcelo for watching 👍

[@thescalemodelcarguychannel8681]

Doing a great job so far James ❤

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks Shawn, I appreciate you Brother!

[@mp-modelplastic]

Very good video, nice tips.👍

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting. I really do appreciate your support 👍

[@ScaleAutoGarage]

That silicone brush is amazing. So on my list of things to get. If I want to do more open doors then it will be a godsend for doing the door jambs. Love it.

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Hi Spencer, yes nothing works better for spreading putty than a silicone brush. I also like to use a knife edge one to push decals into door seams. Thanks for watching bud.

[@freemountainmodelshop8494]

Looking good man

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks for watching the series, I had a good time making it. 👍

[@Builtbyronny]

👍

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks Ronny 👍

[@scale_model_apprentice]

Hello, I have a question. How did you debond the white glue? Just pry and sand?

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Even easier than that. Pull the parts apart easily and peel off the white glue. It’s truly a temporary bond that’s good enough for mock-up but would fall apart on a finished model.

[@scale_model_apprentice]

@ScaleModelExperiment Awesome, I'm starting a build today on the Moebius Hudson Hornet that Matt Inman from Model Car Videos sent me. I'll give you a reference.

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

@scale_model_apprentice thank you, I appreciate your support!

[@MileHighScaleModeler]

Another great video, James.

[@ScaleModelExperiment]

Thanks so much Brandon, I’m glad you enjoyed it.