Car modeling

[Crazy Driver]

I was interested in starting a cheaper one to see if I really like it or not.
How much am I looking to spend on kits and all materials necessary for it?

Any models that like and want to see? I'm interested to hear.

[rsxse240]

If you are wondering if you will like it or not, just get the basics:
Start with a high quality kit, some cement of some kind (the more expensive the better in most cases), do a simple black&tan interior (it goes with all body colors), pick a decent paint color (if you want cheap get krylon and use primer). Some tools you'll need will be some emery boards, a hobby knife or one of those "breakaway" type safety knifes, maybe some nail clippers, some paint brushes (those testors brushes are shit, don't bother with them, unless you get the model master kind).

The reason you'll want a high quality kit is that most "CHEAP" kits are just that...cheap. They don't build well, they don't fit well, they don't look good, and you'll definitely be driven away from the hobby if you start with a crappy kit. If I may suggest, look for a Revell 32 ford 3 window coupe. It's a really nice building model that right out of the box is a very detailed model but it isn't so hard that any chump can't finish it. Maybe an AMT 57-59 chevy pickup, it too is a great building easily finished model that looks great. If you like imports, stay away from all of the fast and furious models... they all suck. Look for a Tamiya kit, you'll never be more pleased.

really building supplies are not nearly as important as patience and paying attention to detail. If you get frustrated easily, then this probably isn't a hobby for you.

Don't be afraid to ask questions, but please refer to the FAQ thread before asking simple questions.

[Crazy Driver]

i need help with what kind of paint/primer/glue to use
there are alot of types and not sure what type of paint and primer to use
also is superglue the most universal glue? or would the plastic cement be better?

[drunken monkey]

read this

[Crazy Driver]

did and couldnt figure out what would be good
nvm tho

[freakray]

Even with plastic cement you find significant differences in quality and therefore usefulness.
Stay away from the Testors orange tube, it's good for beginners but once you get into the hobby and start expecting more from your builds, you'll realise it's the enemy.
Try something like Tamiya's liquid cement in the glass bottle for glueing plastic to plastic.

Superglue or CA glue is best for situations where you need a quick set to take place, or when you're glueing resin or metal parts together. For a beginner, you probably won't need it.

Clear parts cement or white glue like Elmer's is essential for glueing in windows and clear parts which you want a glue to dry clear on. Keep superglue away from clear parts at all costs, 99% of the time it will fog the part and ruin the finish.

Post specific questions and we will try to help

[Crazy Driver]

ive been looking at this one site and they have the revell company of model kits.
www.uptownsales.com
is that reliable?
also, do they have quality kits?

[cyberkid]

Originally Posted by Crazy Driver

also, do they have quality kits?

Most definately, but no one here will list them all out for you...
It doesn't really depend on who's selling it... its mainly about that particular kit. So, if you find one of interest, give us a link to it or ask something like "Who makes a good model of the Supra?"

If you want something failsafe, go with a curbside Tamiya... like the S2000.

[KevHw]

Originally Posted by cyberkid

If you want something failsafe, go with a curbside Tamiya... like the S2000.

Highly agree. I think it's a great kit to start with and see if you want to progress further into this hobby.

Key ingredients are primer, paint for body, paint for details and some plastic cement. Obviously some tools will be needed, like a hobby knife and brushes etc. In my opinion, that's an adequate enough base to start out with, without having to spend a large initial start-up cost, just to decide if you like the hobby or not. After carefully finishing your kit (don't rush!) then you can think about where you could improve on details. That's when you decide if you need to invest in more tools, paints and kits .

[Crazy Driver]

Originally Posted by cyberkid

Most definately, but no one here will list them all out for you...
It doesn't really depend on who's selling it... its mainly about that particular kit. So, if you find one of interest, give us a link to it or ask something like "Who makes a good model of the Supra?"

If you want something failsafe, go with a curbside Tamiya... like the S2000.

i meant does that particular site, in general, have good quality kits.

iigh ill look around

[drunken monkey]

what difference does it make if we answer yes or no?
what you're asking is way too vague.

what are you looking for? Maybe then we can point you to good version of what you want?

[Crazy Driver]

mkay nvm then

[drunken monkey]

If you don't think that's a very helpful answer that's mainly because you're not asking a very good question.

Going back a few steps, I don't think it matters too much what kit you buy as your first as chances are, you're going to make mistakes on it. The important thing is that you are learning what to do and that is done by doing. To that extent, it's true that there's not much point buying an expensive kit to mess up. It is also true that there's no point making it hard for yourself by buying a less well engineered kit. That leaves us with essentially a kit that is both well made and cheap. I haven't seen most of those revell kits but I do have the GT350H kit and that isn't a bad one to start on. It's got an engine in it and it's a relatively simple kit to start with but it's cheap, which is what I'm going to guess is important. From what I've seen on this site from other members, the C6 Corvette kits are also very good and it's a tasty looking car as well if the more classic ones aren't to your taste.


My logic is that at the end of the day, you should buy the kit that you like the look of. Ask about a certain kit or a certain car. We will then be in a better position to guide.

[freakray]

Originally Posted by Crazy Driver

mkay nvm then

Why is that the every time somebody challenges you on what you're specifically looking for, you answer 'nvm then'?

As it so happens, 'AIM speak' is against our more than reasonable user guidelines

In seriousness, the reason we keep asking you to be more specific is so that we can help you more.

[Crazy Driver]

i meant nvm as in ill look through and be more specific
no more questions as of right now