Advanced Automotive Modeling Techniques

1. Flash, sinks marks, mold marks, ejector-pin marks, and similar molding flaws eliminated.
2. Seams filled if not found on the actual vehicle (This is especially important on the car's body. Rubberized kit tires usually also have a mold seam that must be removed.)
3. Contour errors corrected.
4. Gaps between body and chassis eliminated as applicable.
5. Detailing removed while accomplishing the above steps restored to a level consistent with the rest of the model.
6. Alignment:
1. Where applicable, external items (e.g., mirrors exhaust pipes) aligned symmetrically.
2. Internal items (e.g., seats, some engine/drive components) aligned properly.
3. Wheels: All wheels touching the ground and aligned properly when viewed from front or rear of the vehicle. If turned, front wheels should be aligned in the same direction.
7. Windshields and other clear areas:
1. Clear and free of crazing caused by adhesives or finishing coats.
2. Gaps between windshield, windows, or other clear parts eliminated where applicable.
3. All clear areas scratch-, blemish-, and paint-free.

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