Hey guys from NJ

[Sergdman]

What's up everyone. I am 32 years old and decided to start a new hobby and see how I like it. I want to build scale model cars or engine. I like old classic cars and working on my car when I can. I have been researching an looking for the right model to start with. My problem is that I want to start with a model that has great detail, moving suspension and all the goodies. I never built a model before and the research says to start with a simple cheap model. I guess that would be best, but not what I want to do. Anyway I will be researching and posting as I go.
Thanks

Sergio

 

[Grendels]

Hello and Welcome!

I agree with what your research has found, start simple and work your way up.

 

[Quaralane]

Definitely start simple and work up.

Welcome aboard

 

[Sergdman]

Yes, I will guy. I am so amazed at the work and detail into these masterpieces you guys have completed. Wow, these weathered models, WOW!!! Can't wait until I can venture on completing a weathered rusty old bucket.

Question. How long does in take one to complete a model once you are experienced? Approximately working a little everyday or on weekends.

Thanks guys.

 

[hooterville75]

Welcome from PA my fellow neighbor. Hope you werent effected by Hurricane Sandy and pray for anyone around or near you that may have been.

 

[arohk]

hello and welcome it veries for me with time it can take a weekend if I don't do to much or in the case of my 1/350 hood months so far but that is because I want it perfect to desplay as a memorial to my uncle.

 

[Sergdman]

Welcome from PA my fellow neighbor. Hope you werent effected by Hurricane Sandy and pray for anyone around or near you that may have been.

Thank you. Luckily I only suffered with no electricity for a week. I feel for the people that lost everything, unbelievable what occurred down the shore.

 

[adampolo13]

Welcome to the Herd!!! I have only seriously been doing this for about a year, dabled here and there at different times earlier in life. In terms of time spent on models, it varries a lot from model to model. What I have found, is that even being a year into this, I'm still a newbie. I have found more times than not, the more detail I try to put into a kit the more frustrating the build can become. I would strongly suggest getting a few simple builds under your belt where you can practice the basics. Once you feel comfortable you can then move on to a more complicated build. Either way, you will find everybody on SMA amazingly helpful!

 

[Sergdman]

Thanks all for the warm welcome. I am sure I will be posting lots of questions and asking for advice. I have been browsing the builds to see the work and trying to get ideas for my first build. It will probably be a first generation camaro, I think. I'm going to keep browsing and see what gets my attention.

 

[Dusky]

Welcome to SMA! Starting with a cheap model is good, but make sure it is a subject you like. I can't think of any car kits that come with moving suspension parts and all that, with the exception of the 1/16 or larger scale stuff or possibly some racing cars. The time it takes to build a model varies so much. Most of the time the model is sitting in the box waiting to be worked on or watching paint dry. ;D I build here and there for a half hour or maybe a couple hours at a time off and on for many days and eventually finish them. No rush really.

 

[Sergdman]

Thanks guys. I think patience will have to be one of the major thing I will be working on. I want to complete a weathered project, but have no experience and skill development. I just see these pieces and want to be able to produce similar projects, but know it's not possible. I will begin small and try to develops skills and patience.

Anyone can give me advice on tools or things to buy when I go to the hobby shop. Don't want the guy to sell me things I don't need. I also want to pick up air brush kit. Never used one, but they come in handy for other things I'm sure. I will be looking for a used one first so need to start looking as soon as possible. Because that may take a while. Please guys, give me your tips and suggestions of what to buy to be prepared.

Thanks.

 

[ronrod62]

Welcome to the herd.