Speed building question

I am noticing many people on here finishing models up almost every week, and i was wondering what order that you build you're models. I try to spend hours on modelling, but everytime i do I always end up, having to stop and wait for paint to dry, etc. Basically what i do, is 1 thing at a time, and i don't know how to go any faster!

here are the steps to a normal car that I use:

Prep etc.
Primer body
chassis spray
chassis build (suspension etc.)
engine
Interior
exhaust
polish and wax
window frame


but Its hard, because I can only do like 1 thing per day.....

am i doing the steps in a bad order or what?

it takes on average 2 months to finish kits :(

Don't feel pressured to finish models quick. The more time you spend the better the result; as you gain experience you learn shortcuts here and there.

I can usually finish an entire wheel/chassis/suspension/engine setup in one day by spray painting the parts. TS-30 works GREAT for engines, and you can buy flat/gloss black spraypaint for cheap at most hardware stores.

i always start my washing the model, then i primer, and while i wait for it to dry, i do the engien and the interior, paint the model, and then assembel every thing, takes any where from 5-20 days, i dont polish or wax my models or any thing like that, unless i clear coat them

I guess when weather round here (rochester, ICE STORM at the moment) Gets warmer, ill b able to spray paint alot, because my mom won't let me paint inside anymore. I usualy spray in my basement next to a furnace (heater) and she thinksk i will blow up the house. :) ;) hahahah....

Plus i think when i should build a model, i should have Sufficent supplies to last me.. I always end up, missing things ( rims, glue, or a special paint color) when building, and then i have to delay the building in total...


soo we'll see

Originally posted by TheSyndicate
Don't feel pressured to finish models quick. The more time you spend the better the result; as you gain experience you learn shortcuts here and there.

I can usually finish an entire wheel/chassis/suspension/engine setup in one day by spray painting the parts. TS-30 works GREAT for engines, and you can buy flat/gloss black spraypaint for cheap at most hardware stores. Wise words! Some people (myself included) keep several projects going at alles so there's always a model close to being finished. I'm just too tired lately to do anything to them!:p

Originally posted by Integra14

but Its hard, because I can only do like 1 thing per day.....
am i doing the steps in a bad order or what?
it takes on average 2 months to finish kits :(

You arent alone bud ;)
Schedule wise, gotta take that into consideration too.
Working? Busy with family, all those too play a part.
End results count not how fast you do it although it would be a plus if you can.

Meantime, I'm gonna take my sweet time cos I'm not there yet :D

you should build at your own pace. I tend to have three or four models on the go at once so I can flit from one to the other while paint, glue dries etc. This works for me but may not be for everyone, Its a hobby and it should be fun for you, dont feel under pressure to finish stuff just so you can post a new pic to the forum you do what you want to :cool:

My fastest record is to finish up a Ferrari 360 Modena less than a day including eating the usual 3 meals and 8 hours of sleep. Usually will paint everything first when leaving them dry, will tried to build the interior first. A high speed fan are ready to make my paint dry within minutes. Only those which were sprayed.. are to leave it outdoor to dry. So far so good..this is just about a review of my ownself building speed.

Don't be rush to finish the models you have. The faster you go, the more models you buy. Take your time to build it, so after few years, you will still love your modelling standard rather than throwing or stripping the color away. By the way, do remember to sand away those ugly mold lines. Real car don't come with mold lines.;)

my record was about 28 hours for a Revell VIper GTS

if I could get rid of dust once and for all I would build a model in about 3-4days 2days in body meanwhile working on other parts and 2 other days just parts and finishing.

Originally posted by Rtuned
Don't be rush to finish the models you have. The faster you go, the more models you buy. Take your time to build it, so after few years, you will still love your modelling standard rather than throwing or stripping the color away. By the way, do remember to sand away those ugly mold lines. Real car don't come with mold lines.;)

your sig...veilside...evo6:eek: :D :bandit:

way too cool:)

Originally posted by OPM


your sig...veilside...evo6:eek: :D :bandit:

way too cool:)

Thanks you.

Yeah, I agree...don't rush through. I seem to have been able to "crank out" kits like a madman, but in reality, I have so many different projects going on, I usually have multiple bodies painted and waiting.

Don't worry about how long. Between family, work, weather and other factors I may only build about four, at most, kits a year. But you know what? I still enjoy it. When I begin a new kit the anticipation to finish it right away is there but as soon as I realize I want to do the best I can I slow down and take my time.

Originally posted by Rtuned
Don't be rush to finish the models you have. The faster you go, the more models you buy. Take your time to build it, so after few years, you will still love your modelling standard rather than throwing or stripping the color away. By the way, do remember to sand away those ugly mold lines. Real car don't come with mold lines.;)


yup..you should take your own sweet time..check for molding mistakes like de mold lines all this...no point rushing your models just to impress people..;)