i'm glad i'm not the only one prebuilding my models with white glue

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

I think it’s necessary for every kit except Tamiya. Ever built a Fujimi enthusiasts kit? Oh man do they need pre built before paint!

James it's got a lot of fit issues but you're the man for the job ❤

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for your vote of confidence Shawn, it’s definitely a challenge. I appreciate you brother!

I never knew kits had such obvious mistakes or pitfalls, as the one's you found here already. My kit-building days have been on-hold for 50 years or so, just now getting back into it. You are educating me. I would have plowed right through, thinking the fit issues were me, not the kit. Wish you had flattened that front bumper pan before you cut off the pins on the frame, to see if the front assembly would have fit onto the pins, but it is what it is.

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Hi Ray, I suspect that back when you built models the level of scrutiny wasn’t what it is now. We are spoiled now with high detail great part fitting kits. The old stuff reminds us of how to be a modeler. Thanks for watching, I appreciate your support.

I have no doubts you'll get this thing all squared away after all is said and done.

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Rob, it’s coming along… I appreciate you watching bud👍

Looking forward to seeing how you feel with the issues. I think it will be a learning experience for me.We

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching Larry, I do tackle some next episode coming in a week. 👍

Nice away's good as you said to pre build before the paint now you can see the problems going to be a cool build when your done enjoyed.

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Deen, pre building is a must do step for these old kits. I would have been angry if I had painted everything only to find those issues with the front and rear pans.

Interesting process. It really highlights the flaws.

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

So true David, I really wanted to show the whole process of how I build start to finish. The videos may be a little long but I try to edit them down .

Mr. James thanks for sharing part 2 of the prebuild with us!!!👌👌👌

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

You’re very welcome Willy, part 3 will have more exciting stuff where I fix some of the issues I found with it in part 2. Thanks for watching.

Watching with great interest. Quite a few fitment issues. Guess to be expected with such an old kit.

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching Mike, I knew there would be a few fit issues, nothing a little trim or putty can’t handle. You’ll like the next episode when I tackle them.

Great series on building , alway enjoy seeing how other modelers go about building their stuff....thanks for the videos.

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

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

James! I knew you will have a bit of problems building this car and that's why I picked the Revell Bronco because its a better quality building model that would suit you better. I can give you tips on what you did wrong on the Elmers glue mock up because I built a ton of these as a kid. First off, your front end is too low, you got the metal axle through the lowered custom level in the front suspension piece. You need to stick the metal axle through the lower position just above the lower A arms and it will cause the vehicle to rise, matching the rear height. Look at the instruction sheet, it will tell you where the lowered hole is and the stock position hole is for the metal axle to go through. I would not install the radiator hoses on until the very last minute, that way you will accurately install them from the motor to the radiator. 3rd, you installed the brake pedals resting on the floor, they're upside down, they're supposed to be jutting upward to the sky. Its old fashioned, they're not swing pedals we have today. The pedals are attached to legs that go through the floorboards when pressed, so you got them upside down. The kit is not as janky as you think. You gotta look at the instruction sheet for the proper installation of parts. HPI guys is right you have to trim the hood a bit so it closes over the chrome bullet nose grille but not too much like he did. Earlier versions didn't need any hood trimming because it was already cut around. There were several hoods included then the other was uncut for the optional custom front ends

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Wow, thanks for the tips Ray. I’ll make those changes. Thanks for watching and helping 👍

Great Video James!!! I've done test fitting and even Elmered things before, but never to this extent. Thanks for sharing

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

To be honest I’m taking a risk not test fitting the windows this time. If it were a Tamiya kit I wouldn’t bother with any of this nonsense

You're off to a great start!

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Ron, I feel that this video was necessary to show the fit issues with the kit. Next episode we will fix some of them. I’m glad that you enjoyed it.👍

Wow she looks amazing

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Travis, I appreciate you watching👍

Good mock up, strange seeing it assembled without color.😮

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Hi David, it’s naked for now. I’ll do primer once I know that everything fits well.

I am really glad you are doing this with an older mold. It is good this kit has some issues. Thanks for sharing. This is really helpful.

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Michael, I appreciate you watching. This episode in my opinion was important to show what needs to be fixed for a contest worthy model car build.

Love this type of video/ series.

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Moon City. I was hoping it would appeal. I see so many full build in less than 15 min videos that I didn’t think people would watch a series.

I enjoy your videos of good work. I Still learning build moddel cars. 😊😊😊

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Sindre, I hope that you enjoy the journey of this video series. If you follow these steps you will be years ahead of those who don’t.

Not going to lie, this video actually makes me want to try and build this one! Can see all the issues and you know this mold has been used time and time again for different versions of this car yet I can see the potential and am really eager to see what you do with it. Guess the fans chose wisely!😅😅

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Nope, stick to good reliable Japanese kits my friend! Seriously I’m liking making it fit with the box stock restriction. Thanks for watching my friend👍

Got something good here going to look cool🤘on

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching Neal, I appreciate the support 👍

Interesting video there James, thanks for sharing with us all. I really need to start mocking the parts too before assembly as I often end up with nasty fitment surprised after the paint! Looking forward for the next update 👍🏼👍🏼

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Hi Karl, yes I learned my lesson a couple years ago with Fujimi Enthusiast series kits. About 300 parts and fit issues. Thanks for watching👍

Nice video, James

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Brandon! I appreciate you watching 👍

James I admire your patience putting the kits together with white glue is actually a really great way of seeing fit issues. I've built the coupe version of this kit and I had to modufy the stance at the front, it's a bit low for factory stock... But great for a custom.

@ScaleModelExperiment

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching Gary, I find that it’s a more pleasurable experience if you know for certain that it will all fit before you paint it.

Looks good 👍

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching Ronny 👍

Nice video.

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Marcelo, I’m glad you enjoyed it.

excellent video sir!

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for watching Sean, I appreciate your support 👍

Will you be selling "Don't blame me; I voted for the Coronet!" T-shirts?😂 In all seriousness I really appreciated the tip on taking the toy-like shine off the chrome. My "mock ups" used to be the 1st build which I applied to my 2nd build of that kit. I am sure I am not the only one. This method helped a lot when I built my 2nd AMT '71 Duster.

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

What a great idea.. too bad nobody would buy them! Lol. My pleasure to share tips with you all. I wish I had SME to watch 27 years ago. You’ll enjoy the next video where I tackle the faults of the kit coming this weekend. Thanks for watching Jason👍

My issue with Elmers is it takes forever to dry. Some parts refuse to play nice and stay put! lol

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

That’s the truth JD, watch close and you’ll see me glue the oil filter on twice.

Awesome! I'm behind on the kit, well now even started... Lol My kit just got here from Spotlight Hobbies a hour ago. Can't start on it yet, most likely Monday. I see I have another video to watch from the Hpiguys, awesome.. LOL I seen that someone else as my question on the Elmer's. Can't wait to see the next step. Thanks! LLAP 🖖

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

That’s awesome that you’re building along. Please let me know if you have any questions once you get started. Thanks for watching👍

@Bruces-Eclectic-World

11 ай бұрын

@@ScaleModelExperimentHay James, yes I'm following along. Lol I don't know about you kit but mine is awful with seam issues, flash, mold lines, frame is twisted. It is a awesome butt kicker! 🤔 This one is going to be great if I get it done... Lol Btw, I have a video up on the series and editing the 2nd video, so kinda like your's. but not, if you know what I mean... lol Just videoing my progress. Ready for the next video... 🥲 LLAP 🖖

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

@Bruces-Eclectic-World awesome Bruce, I’m glad you’re enjoying the series. Next video will drop this weekend where I tackle some of the issues. I’m working on part 4 still tackling issues and I think that part 5 will finally be primer!

@Bruces-Eclectic-World

11 ай бұрын

@@ScaleModelExperimentAwesome, can't wait to see it this weekend, I just got the "part 2" the parts count video done and been cleaning up the parts waiting for your video... 🤣 Have not decided on paint yet... LLAP 🖖

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

@Bruces-Eclectic-World I just decided on color scheme😜 coming in episode 5.

Awesome video James!

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed the video. I appreciate you watching and leaving me a comment.👍

@Mannysscalemodeling

11 ай бұрын

Your welcome!! @@ScaleModelExperiment

Great process for building a kit, look forward to the rest of the series. Cheers

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks TrueNorth, I appreciate you watching 👍

The 1949 Ford Hardtop has interchangeable parts to build a 1950 hardtop or a 1949 Convertible the hoods fit each other. Hood and grilles are different. I been planning to build a 1950 Ford Hardtop for my mom. She drove a 1950 Ford

@ScaleModelExperiment

9 ай бұрын

That’s a great idea. Thanks for watching Greg👍

Absolutely fascinating! I’m curious as to how you go about debonding the PVA glue, do you just use water? Do you ever run into issues loosing locating pins in the process? I’m looking forward to the next installment.

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Elmer’s is a very weak glue. You simply pull the parts apart then peel the glue off the joints. It couldn’t be easier. It doesn’t damage anything at all. But… being that it is a white glue it takes a while to dry completely. I only use it to mock together the parts and never for a permanent bond. Thanks for watching Antithesis, I really appreciate your support 👍

@antithesisjones765

11 ай бұрын

@@ScaleModelExperiment Ah, got it. The parts don’t sit for any length of time so the they can be pulled apart when the glue is in its gooey state. Thanks!

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

@@antithesisjones765 no, the glue even completely dry is easy to pull them apart. I tell ya, it’s a weak bond. I don’t put much glue on the parts at all.

@Bruces-Eclectic-World

11 ай бұрын

I was going to ask the same question... Lol LLAP 🖖

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

I’m using Elmer’s glue all school glue. I guess I should have shown that.

I know that engine is going to look so much better painted and in place, but that hole in the block hurts my soul!

@ScaleModelExperiment

10 ай бұрын

Hi Jason, I take care of that in episode 3😁 thanks for watching 👍

So James, my question is HOW do you get the parts to come apart after putting on the white glue?

@ScaleModelExperiment

10 ай бұрын

Hi Jeff, try it… the Elmer’s is so weak that it comes apart very easily and just peels off.

Why are you using PVA glue? Shouldn’t you be using plastic cement?

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching Joe, I like to pre assemble my models before glue and paint to check for fit issues. I found quite a few.

Looks like you have a supervisor similar to mine , she always tells me what I’m doing wrong in the kitchen! 😝 I wonder how that light activated glue would work for that, it doesn’t seem to have a permanent bond as well and it can be peeled off?! Very interesting process JT ! 😎✌️🫡🇺🇸

@ScaleModelExperiment

11 ай бұрын

Thanks Kevin, I think the light activated glue is the same stuff I use to 3d print. It just hardens. Elmer’s works well for me and is super easy to take apart and peel off. Next episode will be a good one 👍

@kevinsmith7697

11 ай бұрын

@@ScaleModelExperiment I see 👀 😎