RoR Step-by-Step Review 20130604* Popper Chopper Mini Bike 1:8 Scale Monogram Kit #7534 Review
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This kit was one of the more famous Tom Daniel releases back in the 70’s Tom Daniel has designed many awesome model kits for Monogram for about three decades. Not only has he designed some really cool looking cars but he also designed some really radical motorcycles. This is just one of those radical motorcycle kits. His official website states he has designed over 85 model kits and this is one has to be one of the best – just for the cool factor. As the box states, “Raked out front wheel; padded seat; high-rise sissy bar; this mean ‘lil chopper’s got it all.â€
For the Modeler: Even though this kit is long out of production (1973), they are still readily available at online auctions and garage sales. This is a Monogram 1:8 scale Tom Daniel designed Popper Chopper Mini Bike model kit. Judging from the construction difficulty it is a light skill level 2 model kit if only for the decals. This kit features a detailed engine, “mod†decals and a miniature helmet. The kit consist of ~37 parts molded in yellow and chrome and clear plastic; red vinyl control cable; 2 vinyl (2-piece) tires; with waterslide decals and instructions. Finished dimensions are; Length: 10-3/4″, Width: 3″, Height: 5-1/2″.
Covered in this Review: If you want to perfect your build; basic construction; preparing parts for better finishing; adhesive selections and applications; alternate assembly sequence suggestions for fit and ease of finishing; seam identification and repairs; paint selection and application; engine construction, painting, and detailing; areas to avoid gluing for function; drivetrain finishing selections and methods; detailing the stoplight for realism; instruction errors; are all fully examined in this 10 page, full-color Step-by-Step review.
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The M47 started production in 1951 but wasn’t fielded until 1952 due to technical issues. This was the first new tank design for the U.S. Army after WW II. But it was an experimental concept and called an interim vehicle as the Army designed what would eventually be the M48 and M60 tanks. The M47 Patton never served in a U.S. Forces’ armed conflict (Korea, Viet Nam) but has served in numerous Allied countries armed forces during armed conflict. Almost 8,700 M47 were built between 1952 and 1954 but upon the arrival of the M48 series in U.S. Forces inventory, the M47’s were quickly replaced and given to our NATO partners
For the Modeler: This is the 1:35 scale skill level 2 M47 Patton Italeri Kit #6447 with approximately 275 pieces molded in olive drab. This kit features a detailed one piece engine compartment, vinyl T84 style tracks, highly detailed M3A1 90mm gun and a realistic M2HB machine gun. Included is a detailed infantry figure and waterslide decals with marking for four different Army versions. The finished model’s dimensions are Length: 10″, Width: 4″, Height: 4″.
Covered in this Review: If you want to perfect your build; basic construction painting, and detailing; preparing parts for better finishing; adhesive selections and applications; altered assembly sequence suggestions; repairing flash and seams; decal application; version considerations; the correct placement of the road wheel arms; hatch position considerations; fender extension orientation; identification of non-gluing areas for function; muzzle brake selection; engine detailing; interior detailing; detailing, welding  and installing the tracks; drive sprocket orientation marks; road wheel construction; directional orientation of the tracks; display mode considerations; scratch built hatch hinge construction; weathering products techniques; decal selection, preparation and application, are all fully examined in this 23 page, full-color Step-by-Step review.
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The French Caudron firm was among the pioneer manufactures, dating back to circa 1910. During World War One, they produced a series of military aircraft including trainers and twin engine “battle planes.†In 1933, Technical Director and Chief Engineer of Avions Caudron, Marcel Riffard conceived the slim monoplane racers which evolved into the types C.450 and C.460. These machines participated very successfully in competition. The Caudron had the distinction of being the first aircraft to better the Thompson Trophy speed mark established by Jimmy Doolittle in the 1932 Gee Bee R-1.
For the Modeler: This is a Williams Brothers; 1:32 scale Caudron Air Racer 1:32 model kit #32-460. These beat American made kits are presently out of production but they are still easy to find at online auctions and garage sales. The kit features ~40 pieces molded in blue plastic, a clear canopy and a waterslide decal sheet, and instructions in English. Any of four different versions of the racer can be finished using different markings. Finished overall dimensions are; Length: 8.75″, Width: 4.26″. Top Speed = As long as it takes to fall from the bench to the floor. Engine = Front Cylinder only producing 0.0 hp. Prop = Fixed Pitch Free Spinning. Have fun and keep learning
Covered in this Review: If you want to perfect your build; basic construction; preparing parts for better finishing; adhesive selections and applications; seam identification and repairs; paint selection and application; alternate assembly sequences; Scratch building an air scoop; how to open up the wing flaps, scoops, air cooler and exhaust ports for realism; building the version with retractable landing gear; using brass stock for a realistic pitot tube; adding realism to the canopy with floor polish and masking techniques; painting wood tones for floor boards; detailing and weathering the engine with a silver pencil and sandpaper; painting the polished parts with Alclad paints; detailing the cockpit; decal preparation and application; making the air coolers from foil; are all fully examined in this 18 page, full-color Step-by-Step review.
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