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Post by harveythedog2 on Jul 26, 2012 9:08:28 GMT -5
Hi Guys. I need some help. I am building the Ertl 1/20th scale 1967 Turbine kit and noticed last night that one of the tires is totally deformed. (Yes, you read it right. I am actually building something in plastic for a change! ;D)
I thought I remembered someone saying that an after market guy made these tires in resin. If so can someone let me know the person and thier contact info?
If not, does someone have a spare tire I can buy from them? If not I will have to cast my own but it may turn out more deformed than the original! LOL
Any help would be appreciated!!!
Thanks
Stu
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Post by clm1545 on Jul 26, 2012 9:49:23 GMT -5
Stu
Check with Norm Vebber, R & M. The phone I have is 410 768 3648. Eastern time call between 9am and 6pm.
Take Care
Craig
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Post by harveythedog2 on Jul 26, 2012 10:29:10 GMT -5
I called Norm but could only leave him a message.
My fingers are crossed!
Thanks for the help Craig!
Stu
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Post by herk56 on Jul 26, 2012 14:10:26 GMT -5
Norm is one of the most reliable aftermarket guys out there, he WILL get back to you! Plus, his stuff is first-rate!
Brian
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Post by indy on Jul 26, 2012 14:26:57 GMT -5
I got the catalog emailed to me this morning. Very promptly emailed me back within minutes around 10am CDT.
Jordan
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Post by harveythedog2 on Jul 26, 2012 14:40:55 GMT -5
Jordan. Can you PM me Norm's email address?
Stu
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Post by indy on Jul 26, 2012 15:19:59 GMT -5
replmincomd@aol.com
I don't think he'd be shy about us sharing his information.
Jordan
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Post by Chris on Jul 26, 2012 19:12:41 GMT -5
How about some scans of his current catalog?/ Mine is several years old.. Please... CHris ;D
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Post by indy on Jul 27, 2012 9:06:35 GMT -5
How about some scans of his current catalog?/ Mine is several years old.. Please... CHris ;D Price List Attachments:
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Post by indy on Jul 27, 2012 9:07:00 GMT -5
How about some scans of his current catalog?/ Mine is several years old.. Please... CHris ;D Order Form Attachments:
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Post by pje on Jul 27, 2012 9:59:44 GMT -5
I also have Norm's latest catalog and price list. I don't see any 1/20th scale tires listed. The 1/25th scale tires for the Lotus 56 and the 1968 Eagle, but no 1/20th scale turbine tires.
Paul Erlendson
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Post by indy on Jul 27, 2012 11:19:37 GMT -5
I didn't see it either or a few other parts I have seen before like the Rislone conversion kit. I guess let us know what happens when you talk to him Stu. I have a set of rims I could use another copy or two of that isn't on the catalog anymore so knowing about the stuff no longer listed will help.
Jordan
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Post by harveythedog2 on Jul 27, 2012 13:57:03 GMT -5
Norm and I have been playing phone tag but his last message to me is that he does indeed have the 1/20th scale Turbine tires. He said they are not in his catalog but they are available.
Since then I have had a couple other guys offer me original kit tires from thier spares box or spare kit. That's why I love this site!!! Guys always willing to help and would give the shirt off thier back if they could. Thanks Jim & Paul!
If I can't secure the resin tires (Which I heard are outstanding) i will take one of you guys up on your offer.
Stu
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Post by Deleted on Jul 30, 2012 15:02:53 GMT -5
What paint are you using for this model?
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Post by pje on Jul 31, 2012 17:58:37 GMT -5
What paint are you using for this model? Stu is on a well dissevered Caribbean cruise with his family this week, but I can answer for him your paint question. He is using Tamiya TS-36 Fluorescent Red. Paul Erlendson |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 31, 2012 18:11:46 GMT -5
Thank you Paul.
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Post by Chris on Jul 31, 2012 18:47:42 GMT -5
Remember the end result of TS 36 Florescent Red will depend on your base coat, for very bright Flor. Red use White primer and build up coats until it makes you happy, I prefer to use a TS49 Bright Red under TS 36 Flor. Red and build up coats I think its more accurate but the paint job is one of those that constantly changes depending the light source.. Here is te Lotus 56B that I did and the reference pic that I matched it to..   It really is a matter of what your eyes see and what makes you happy.. Chris  |
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Post by harveythedog2 on Aug 6, 2012 15:00:53 GMT -5
Thanks Paul - Yes, I was cruising the open seas and watching all the babes at the pool. That is...when my wife wasn't looking!  Yes, I used Tamiya TS-36 over Tamiya white primer. The Floro cars never photographed well and I guess it's just a matter of how you see it. One of my favorite builds ever Chris is your build of the Lotus. Stu [img src="http://i640.photobucket.com/albums/uu127/sbenford/DSC00691.jpg" ![]() img] [img src="http://i640.photobucket.com/albums/uu127/sbenford/DSC00692.jpg" ![]() img] |
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Post by gavkiwi on Aug 6, 2012 16:20:49 GMT -5
The whoooosh mobile, looks awesome Stu!
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Post by drums01 on Aug 6, 2012 18:25:32 GMT -5
I like both you cars!. Great work. Perhaps some day I'll get the chance to build my 1/12 Paxton turbine. And thanks for the tip on the colors.
I always like seeing both your work, inspiring!
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Post by clm1545 on Aug 6, 2012 22:29:20 GMT -5
Another stunner, Stu. When I look at some of the work here, I wonder why I even try.
Take Care
Craig
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Post by pje on Aug 7, 2012 0:16:48 GMT -5
Looking great Stu! What did you decide about the tires?
Paul Erlendson
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Post by harveythedog2 on Aug 7, 2012 5:50:34 GMT -5
Paul, I had been trying to get the resin tires from Norm prior to going on vacation. Norm and I were playing phone tag and just ran out of time before I had to go. Norm actually called me back when I was on the cruise ship last Thursday! My wife freaked because I answered the phone even though I knew that charges were about $8 a minute!  But, Norm had tried to call me before and I couldn't pick up so I felt I had to this time. I explained to Norm where I was and would call him back again on Monday. I tried that yesterday but once again got his voice mail. Just bad luck because we cannot seem to connect. I took a different route yesterday and emailed him! LOL We will see what happens today! Stu |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 31, 2012 10:34:02 GMT -5
Got any finished pictures with wheels and tires?
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Post by Deleted on Sept 2, 2012 19:19:09 GMT -5
Got any finished pictures with wheels and tires? yea, I would really like to see the finished product. please?  |
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Post by harveythedog2 on Sept 3, 2012 6:44:03 GMT -5
Here you go. Special Thanks to everyone that offered to bail me out when one of my original tires was worst than egg shaped. Ultimately I traded a few things with Paul (PJE) and got the tire that I needed. Stu [img src="http://i640.photobucket.com/albums/uu127/sbenford/DSC00831.jpg" ![]() img] [img src="http://i640.photobucket.com/albums/uu127/sbenford/DSC00830.jpg" ![]() img] [img src="http://i640.photobucket.com/albums/uu127/sbenford/DSC00829.jpg" ![]() img] |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 3, 2012 7:30:25 GMT -5
Looks great, thanks for the pictures. Hope I can build mine this good.
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Post by Chris on Sept 3, 2012 12:24:14 GMT -5
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Post by clm1545 on Sept 3, 2012 16:35:51 GMT -5
Looks great, Stu. With you building it, that's a given. Thanks for the photos. Photos came thru for me, Chris.
Take Care
Craig
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Post by racerbrown on Sept 4, 2012 7:05:06 GMT -5
yep, another winner from stu!
thanks for sharing.
duane
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But, Norm had tried to call me before and I couldn't pick up so I felt I had to this time. I explained to Norm where I was and would call him back again on Monday. I tried that yesterday but once again got his voice mail. Just bad luck because we cannot seem to connect.
