* BANANA REPUBLIC: This article explains how to build Tamiya's 1/48 scale Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Bubbletop". Geoff Coughlin presents a fully detailed up model and explains how he obtained a realistic natural metal finish. Geoff decided to use aftermarket decals in order to represent Glenn Eagleston's P-47D that he used during part of WWII. Article features many color photos that will be helpful if you want to obtain a model as beautiful as this one.

    * SALT BEEF, TO GO: This article describes how to turn a '33 Ford 5-Window Coupe into a Salt Flat Racer. Body has been equipped with a chopped roof and a V16 engine from a Cadillac kit was added in order to give this model a unique Hot Rod image. If you want to learn some tips and techniques about creating customized cars, this article is meant for you. Do not miss this article, the result of the conversion is absolutely terrific!.