Automobiles/ Trucks 1/43-1/50 scale let’s see them

@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:

The entire family go with Dad to look a used station wagon for sale. It will be a new car for them if they can get the seller to drop the price.  However, it is pristine condition and is a gorgeous car'.  Grandma & Papa consider helping out with a contribution.  Lets see how Loyd makes out...😲 Connie, Loyd's wife has her doubts and doesn't think they can afford such a nice car, as they arestill waiting for their stimulus check'...💲💰😢

Well,  unfortunately, Loyd, couldn't together with the seller on the price he was asking.  Connie, tells him, now worries, we'll find something else.  We'll just have to wait a little longer to take our family trip....

It took me ten minutes to realize this was a model.

Darn good photo, people and placement. Just WOW!

Ron H

@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:

The entire family go with Dad to look a used station wagon for sale. It will be a new car for them if they can get the seller to drop the price.  However, it is pristine condition and is a gorgeous car'.  Grandma & Papa consider helping out with a contribution.  Lets see how Loyd makes out...😲 Connie, Loyd's wife has her doubts and doesn't think they can afford such a nice car, as they arestill waiting for their stimulus check'...💲💰😢

Well,  unfortunately, Loyd, couldn't together with the seller on the price he was asking.  Connie, tells him, now worries, we'll find something else.  We'll just have to wait a little longer to take our family trip....

You know Ted when I was looking at it on my phone lastnight, I thought it was real as could be! Couldnt tell it was a model! Great work!

@Ulus Ekerman posted:

Great videos! Just wondering where did you get the striker vehicles from?

Thanks for the complement, the Strikers are Sold by MTH and made by Solido.

@Forty Rod posted:

South of the Border is still there?  I recall it from 1972-1973.

Somebody needs to make an O scale representation of that place

Yup,  bigger and kitschier than ever. About 6 - 7 buildings total on both sides of the road.

Yes, a cool representation on a layout would really be neat. The miles and miles of dozens of billboards are still on Rt 95 cannot be forgotten in that effort. They are sort of supersized Burma Shave signs

Mike, Lee, Joel and Ted, thank you for your kind words and encouragement.

Lee nice job on the Army tanker.

Ted great back story.  You've got the best figures on the forum.  The wagon looks great too.  Who's the mfr.?

Ulus, great looking military trains.  That's a lot of copies of lots of vehicles.

@JDFonz posted:

Yes, all hand painted. Been working to try and take my painting and weathering to the next level. You certainly nailed that family looking for their new classic car. Did you hand paint those people?

Yes Sir Joel', my figures are all hand painted by yours truly.  The three things I enjoy the most in the hobby, is scratch building structures;  Weathering/landscaping, and painting figures.  These particular figures are from "Model U", in England. They are actual scanned people, and  than transformed into scale figures.  Every scale.  It is a great site and outlet... They also have some great accessories for building structures.

Here they are as they are prepared to come to life'...😁

Man, outstanding work Ted. Looks like you even have eyes and mouth painted. What do you use for those details?

@JDFonz posted:

Man, outstanding work Ted. Looks like you even have eyes and mouth painted. What do you use for those details?

Good question Joel. For eyes, I use a draftsman mechanical  lead pencil.  For lips and brows, I use the tiniest felt tip markers, and ever so gently just touch the areas you want.  I also use the very tiny 000 brushes for hair on the women.  I try to blend in blond if the air is brown, and vise a versa.   I studied all the figures on the market sold in the US.  98%, except Artista are made in China.  None are really detailed except Phiser from Germany, and Marklin.

So, I started to just touch them up.  As time moved forward, I found it easier to just buy the better figures and paint and detail them exactly to my liking.  I use Vallejo Acrylic air paint. and Michaels, Walmart , Acrylic craft paints.  ALso, the key item is taking ones time.  The process cant be rushed...

Take a look at the little kids in the post with the 57 Chevy.  They are the spittin image of two of my Grandkids.  Keep in mind, these figures are from Great Britain.  Actual scanned human beings. It is quite a coincidence the figures are almost identical to the two kids...

Well I’m going to have to try the sharpie trick on some people. You’d look excellent. I did look at the kids earlier and I liked the socks painted. Those details really bring out your great work. Now, one more question, do you put a wash over them to fill in the folds and creases in their clothes? You know like a real thin ink and alcohol wash.

@JDFonz posted:

Well I’m going to have to try the sharpie trick on some people. You’d look excellent. I did look at the kids earlier and I liked the socks painted. Those details really bring out your great work. Now, one more question, do you put a wash over them to fill in the folds and creases in their clothes? You know like a real thin ink and alcohol wash.

😀 Ha, socks'... THANKS.. I have done a wash on some.  BUT, sometimes the A&I will remove the paint.  I get better results with a very light wash of black or brown.  One drop of paint and 5 drops of water... Again though, it depends on the figure.   Many do use a wash.  And it depends on the paint used.  The Vallejo will not run off, the craft paints will...  Many use a primer of black or brown and the finial coat of colors.  Some use a white primer.  I found using Gesso watered down works very well on figures.  The paint will adhere to it very well.  ALso,  it all depends on the material the figure is made of.  These English figures do not require a primer. 

As far as markers go, Statler fine tip markers, from Dick Blick, are the best ones.  You don't want paint markers.... Prisma Color fine tip, and Sharpie extra fine tip are also very good'....

@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:

Tomlinson Run Railroad, Thanks very much'..  Your nice comments have made my night as well.   I found this car on the bay'. A Corgi Classic.  A guy in California was selling it for $6.99.  & 6 bucks shipping.  The figures I finished up painting today when the car arrived.  So I thought I'd take a few pics.. As I mentioned before, No rehearsal, or preparations.  Just a quick shoot on the deck with the wind blowing.  I never imagined they would come out as good as they did.... Thanks again'..😬

PS: Put your Bugatti on the thread.  We are not regulated by scale per say'.  I think everyone would like to see your car'...

Ted, great looking '57 BelAir!  The figures are incredibly realistic, and the paint job you did adds to the "real" appearance...the figures appear to be resin?  You must have a much steadier hand than I do to get the detailed results you did.  You have the "blonde" hair shade and color down perfectly

As some of the guys mentioned above, I thought the scene was actually real at first glance!  My favorite colors on the '57...black and white with silver cove!

@Capetrainman posted:

Ted, great looking '57 BelAir!  The figures are incredibly realistic, and the paint job you did adds to the "real" appearance...the figures appear to be resin?  You must have a much steadier hand than I do to get the detailed results you did.  You have the "blonde" hair shade and color down perfectly

As some of the guys mentioned above, I thought the scene was actually real at first glance!  My favorite colors on the '57...black and white with silver cove!

Thanks Paul'. HA', some days the hand is shakey.. I was just lucky the past few days....😁

                         Latest acquisition:

I only have one fire engine on they layout.  So when I saw this and only $25 bucks, free shipping, I had to get it. A Corgi special collectors, Mack Semi, American Lafrance, Hook and Ladder.  Actual Chicago Fire Dept replica.  1/43 scale 11 inches long.

@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:

                         Latest acquisition:

I only have one fire engine on they layout.  So when I saw this and only $25 bucks, free shipping, I had to get it. A Corgi special collectors, Mack Semi, American Lafrance, Hook and Ladder.  Actual Chicago Fire Dept replica.  1/43 scale 11 inches long.

Nice fine and price Ted. These Corgi Mack’s are all 1/50 scale

Ted, that's an incredible score!  From what I've seen while poking around for fire trucks, that is a rare find and the price is a deal...only thing you'll need to add is a "Dalmatian" dog proudly sitting in clear view

Ted, will there be a fire or rescue scene on the layout?  I can see that extension ladder going up the side of a building to save the day

@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:

Lee, the paper work and certificate of authenticity state this is a 1/43 scale model.  I compared  it to other 1/43 macks, I have and they are identical...  Perhaps because it a special  collectors model... it was manufactured in 1/43 instead of 1/50...?

Ted corgi never change the Mack molds  its 1/50 scale. Try measure the width of the front of  your truck.  B Model Mack’s are 94.5” wide. Here’s a the exact same corgi cab you have besides a New Ray B Mack. The New Ray is 1/43 the corgi is 1/50.

Here the Corgi Mack under a 1/43 AMT 40’ Fruehauf trailer which measures dead on 1/43. I also put the New Ray Mack B under it so you can see the difference

Anyway here’s my next project

Ted, that is an awesome score! Very well done. Too funny because I too have purchased a couple fire trucks. It’s Mikes fault! One will need quite a bit of work. The other, I think will be presentable as is. It will take some time to get here so I’ll keep you all posted.

joel

WOW Ted, Now that is one sweet fire engine! I am going to have to try and keep my eyes open for one to put on my layout! Where did you score it from?

Lee, at the rate your going your going to have a truck fleet that surpasses your rail fleet! LOL Really things are looking great at the Lee truck manufacturing company!

Joel, I think I have figured out how to print the plates, I have one question for you. Do you want them printed out on Photo paper or decal paper?

Hi Mike, I think decal paper would do the trick.  Thanks again.

Joel

@JDFonz posted:

Hi Mike, I think decal paper would do the trick.  Thanks again.

Joel

Mike, and Joel,  They recommend using photo paper'... It wil lstick better with a dab of white glue as it is thicker than the decal paper.

Mike, you can send me a set on photo paper.... I want to see how they come out.   I need a new printer. the two I have stopped working...🤬

I'll email you the address'...😁✉

Hello Cousins'...

The formula I have for measuring diecast cars/trucks, is as follows.

Length converted to Millimeters. Divide by 4828.54 for actual scale.

Length xxx MM = xxx  (÷) by 4828.54.

Results:  The Corgi Fire engine measures exactly, 48.045174 It is not 1/50.  It is a 1/48 scale model.  Not sure why the paper work and seller stated 1/43.

Measured against a 1/43 Mack. the results are.  43.305291. using the same formula.  See photo for both vehicles. 

So, Lee you are correct, as the fire engine is closer to 1/50 than 1/43. When I compared it to one of the Macks I have, it turned out is was a 1/50, and I thought is was/1/43... (LO))..

The Green Mack is 1/43.

Well Mike, according to Ted we should go with photo paper. So if you can, let’s do the plates with photo paper instead. Thanks guys.

@JDFonz posted:

Well Mike, according to Ted we should go with photo paper. So if you can, let’s do the plates with photo paper instead. Thanks guys.

Hi Joel, no problem, I already have it printed out, and will try to get it in the mail tomorrow!

A few of my scenes w/ cars, trucks cabs and busses around 1950-ish.

Stauffer St. (Stauffer Baking Building) and trolley tracks

Railway Express and Tri-State Machining

The Heights- Grandpa Wyatt checks the oil on a '53 Buick at Wyatt's Garage

Terminal St.- busy in front of the Station

Mike W,  very nice looking structures and scenes to go with them.  Beautiful layout'...👍🤩

@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:

Hello Cousins'...

The formula I have for measuring diecast cars/trucks, is as follows.

Length converted to Millimeters. Divide by 4828.54 for actual scale.

Length xxx MM = xxx (÷) by 4828.54.

Results:  The Corgi Fire engine measures exactly, 48.045174 It is not 1/50.  It is a 1/48 scale model.  Not sure why the paper work and seller stated 1/43.

Measured against a 1/43 Mack. the results are.  43.305291. using the same formula.  See photo for both vehicles.

So, Lee you are correct, as the fire engine is closer to 1/50 than 1/43. When I compared it to one of the Macks I have, it turned out is was a 1/50, and I thought is was/1/43... (LO))..

The Green Mack is 1/43.

Ted, some impressive math skills on display here...still sharp at 1/48...in fact, there are so few accessories (cars, trucks, people, etc.) available is 1/48 to mirror the scale of the vast majority of our trains at 1/48, it 's good to see your fire engine is 1/48th.  There may be one just like yours showing up here before too long!

Let's just say I'll be looking for a O scale Dalmatian dog real soon...

@Quarter Gauger 48 posted:

The entire family go with Dad to look a used station wagon for sale. It will be a new car for them if they can get the seller to drop the price.  However, it is pristine condition and is a gorgeous car'.  Grandma & Papa consider helping out with a contribution.  Lets see how Loyd makes out...😲 Connie, Loyd's wife has her doubts and doesn't think they can afford such a nice car, as they arestill waiting for their stimulus check'...💲💰😢

Well,  unfortunately, Loyd, couldn't together with the seller on the price he was asking.  Connie, tells him, now worries, we'll find something else.  We'll just have to wait a little longer to take our family trip....

Fantastic scene! Where did you get those figures?

Mike, wonderful looking layout! You have some sharp autos there and I like the story you give each shot! Keep up the great work!

Paul, I hope your Dalmatian dog shows up before your fire truck so you can potty train it! LOL I cant wait to see the new Fire Engine!

Mike, hope see it by mid-week.  I owe all credit and inspiration for the purchase to Ted...he finds the good stuff!

Mike. Thanks for the complement my collection of truck already out numbers the trains I hate to tell you.

Lee, I can see how that can happen...my autos, and now trucks, are taking over the layout, but trains are the base of the operation!

Well since were on the fire truck subject thought I would re-visit this build I started last spring. It’s a Corgi Mack B opened top I’ll be adding some Don Mills components to it. I’ll have some updates later

Hi, does anyone know why this crazing appears after painting? I’ve sanded them out and applied another coat in a few places, but I don’t want to put on too many coats. Could I be spraying too close or heavy? I’m using Rustoleum gray primer, and the blue final coat is also Rustoleum. Thanks, I want to finish this build.

@lee drennen posted:

Well since were on the fire truck subject thought I would re-visit this build I started last spring. It’s a Corgi Mack B opened top I’ll be adding some Don Mills components to it. I’ll have some updates later

Lee, looking forward to seeing the Mack B fire come together!  I think Ted has inspired a theme into the FD vehicles...

Hey All, anyone have any ideas on my tanker paint problem? Also, should I scrape any paint off the interior window frames, and use plastic cement (Same Stuff-sold by Micro-Mark), to glue them in?
Thanks, Artie

Hi Artie, I use Testers plastic cement on any windows, I don’t scrape paint off, but it certainly doesn’t hurt. I use the thin liquid that drips from needle tip. Use capillary action, it flows where it needs to.

As far as the paint issue, I have had that happen as well. I usually wait a good day or two before putting paint over primer, want to make sure it’s completely dry. And yes, like myself, I think I get carried away and get too close with too thick of coverage. Move back a bit and try more light coats instead of one or two heavy coats. That should help.

Joel