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Post by dbash2006 on Nov 22, 2008 18:26:48 GMT -6
MAN!!! I'v been trying to fix the line where the fender joins the body!! <img src="  "> so.. I'v just really had a b!($@# of a time trying to work it around the woody lines on the body....so I will have to paint body again ..I had it looking ok but I gotta get it right...I'm still work'n on it <img src="  "> <img src="  "> this is before I fix the line |
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Post by scurvy on Nov 22, 2008 21:52:13 GMT -6
I may be missing something, but why would you blend a metal panel into a wood panel? As two very different materials, shouldn't there be a definite dividing line between the two? Molecular bonders not withstanding, seems like they should be completely seperate.
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Post by RatRod on Nov 23, 2008 0:00:51 GMT -6
Hmmmmmmmmmm, gotta agree with scurvy on this one Dean.
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Post by hizootdklown on Nov 23, 2008 1:18:30 GMT -6
Dean,
I'm not exactly sure where you are with this BUT you mentioned that "you'll have to repaint the body." Yes you will..! Forget the fact that Scurvy & John have a good point. You see that photo with the cracks in it..? Ask why you think it's there in the 1st place..?
Give up , it's because those materials (whatever they are) are rejecting each other. You want to be filling & bonding but I'll bet you dollars to donuts that the paint is a big part of that cracking. In short & simple terms, you painted the body too soon Dean.
I've seen this kinda thing from you before & if you've noticed, I'm constantly asking you to take your time... The reason for that is the short cuts you take. Not to be nagging at you or take away your fun but wouldn't you rather swear by your models instead of at them..?
So you made a mistake, let's fix it by removing ALL the paint & putty. However you want is fine , purple lake or EZ Lift or oven cleaner, whatever floats your boat..! This will give you a better start & finish for that matter.Hizoot 
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Post by JerryG on Nov 23, 2008 9:07:01 GMT -6
Another great wild concept you got goin' there Dean.....maybe get rid of the horizontal panel lines on that back half?...your call though Bud.....you'll get it right eventually
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Post by skulldude on Nov 23, 2008 9:11:15 GMT -6
I am really enjoying watching the "evolutions" of this build.
I have to agree on the division of material thing. Would a thin Evergreen rod between the two represent a break or gasket if you will? {like Ive seen in vintage coaches..}
Man this one has got Me hooked DONT give up!!
{Its CREAMING mine swap build!!}
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Post by dbash2006 on Nov 23, 2008 9:24:13 GMT -6
yea Dave I agree ...I messed up from the start when attaching the fender, but is a matter of not how bad you screw it up but how good can you fix it now... as far as the paint cracking alittle, thats just the putty drying under the white primer , it'l sand out ok..I liked that idea of making the box end of it straight without the wood panels ...thanks for the input guys!...
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