tiny
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Post by tiny on Jul 14, 2009 7:52:34 GMT -5
What's the best way to assemble them?? I have several Italeri & Revell kits & am intimidated by the cabs. The kits are pricey, so I don't want to turn them into sloppy builds do to my inexperience with them. HELLLLLP!!
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bonze
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Post by bonze on Jul 14, 2009 18:32:20 GMT -5
Tiny first take a deep breath!!!! 1. LOOK/read the instructions. 2. Make a HUGE pot of coffee!! 3. I dry fit the cab using painters tape looking at all the seams making sure they line up. 4. Make any adjustments (if needed) i.e. sanding. 5. Take the plunge,start gluing!!! You may want to use slow setting glue like model masters so you have time to adjust things. 6. After gluing you can put painters tape at the seams to hold them. I also sit the cab over the floor pan,this helps keeps things square. 7. Once its dry, take off the tape and sand/putty any imperfections. Unfortunately the only way to learn is by doing!! take your time and look at it,make sure everything looks the way it should. Oh yea sometimes s@#$t happens,remember its only money the more you do the better you get!!!! Hope this helps.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 14, 2009 20:40:31 GMT -5
Some how I don't think the coffee will help.
I suppose if you totally hose it up, there's always aftermarket!
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scottwp72
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Post by scottwp72 on Jul 14, 2009 21:42:04 GMT -5
What's goin' on...
Tiny You're not alone!!! I've probably got 20+ Italeri kits but have yet to build one. I "Heard" that if you assemble the front and the sides of the cab leaving the roof and the back off it's easier to detail a majority of the interior. Then mask that off as you progress.
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tiny
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Post by tiny on Jul 15, 2009 3:43:59 GMT -5
Thanks guys. After reading your tips, it may not be so bad after all. I've got some WIP's to finish up(there's a shock!!) & then I plan to tackle either my Revell Pete pumper or Revell KW wrecker.
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phoneguy
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Post by phoneguy on Jul 15, 2009 22:05:43 GMT -5
I've started using the blue masking tape and Ambroid liquid glue. Works for me so far.
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tiny
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Post by tiny on Jul 16, 2009 16:54:47 GMT -5
I've started using the blue masking tape and Ambroid liquid glue. Works for me so far. I use both also, Thanks.
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lizardwizard
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Post by lizardwizard on Sept 11, 2009 0:37:18 GMT -5
i have built a few multi part cabs and what i do is tape the cab make sure u are happy with the way it looks then i use superglue and put a drop in each corner i then take the tape off and make sure every thing is ok and i add more glue to make it soild if u use just a small drop of super glue it is easy to take apart and redo
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tiny
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Post by tiny on Sept 11, 2009 13:33:15 GMT -5
Another fine tip - Thanks Mike!! I might actually be able to build 1 yet LOL.
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Post by bitner1970 on Sept 11, 2009 14:12:34 GMT -5
I've yet to build any of the Italeri/Testors Freightliner conventionals I have. My only experience is with the AMT White Freightliner Cabovers. The twin drive is a bear to get to fit right because the seam is in a horrible place right next to a rivet line. patience is a plus, but even that gets stretched after a while when things don't fit right:)
Cheers:
Bill
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shuvlhd69
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Post by shuvlhd69 on Sept 11, 2009 15:39:48 GMT -5
all these tips are great & they come from some of the best guys here. I start at the floor & build up like the factory does. of course if the floor is crooked, so will the rest of the cab. ALWAYS double check the fit BEFORE any glue is applied. this goes for anything not just multi piece cabs. Revell is one of the makers famous for parts not fitting together. you'll find that out when you tackle your Pete pumper. Italeri is no different. something ,on any kit will have to be "persuaded" to fit. take your time & I'm sure you will be pleased w/ the outcome. if not, throw it on the floor & smash it, & chock it up as a learning exp. ;D
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tiny
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Post by tiny on Sept 11, 2009 16:15:13 GMT -5
[quote author=shuvlhd69 if not, throw it on the floor & smash it, & chock it up as a learning exp. ;D[/quote] been there, done that, a few times over the years!!
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Post by nikkih tilley on Sept 11, 2009 17:20:47 GMT -5
man the amt r model im building is a real butt every piece that i glued on it had to be modified almost in some way i aint done no multiple piece cabs yet but i might make a 4 axle or somthin out of there 377 kit from italeri if i ever decide to buy one
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78KW
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Post by 78KW on Sept 11, 2009 20:24:15 GMT -5
man the amt r model im building is a real butt every piece that i glued on it had to be modified almost in some way Even though the R Model Mack is a favorite of mine, and I've built and rebuilt one, you're right on as far it being a P.I.T.A. to assemble in some spots. At least as far as the body work is concerned. As for multi-piece cabs, some builders feel it's easier to paint when they are separated if you are doing a multi colored paintjob. I don't know. I have some Italeri kits myself. I built the old Freightliner Aerodyne years ago. It didn't turn out so hot, but I learned a few things. I just wish I kept it. I could be re-building it now. In hindsight, for a 13 yr old, maybe an Italeri kit should not be the second truck kit he tries 2 build. LOL. Oh well.
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Post by plastictrucker on Sept 11, 2009 21:33:29 GMT -5
It seems to me some guys do wonderfull job of them.I don't know I've only done amt or ertal kits,I guess it's what your used to. KEVIN
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