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Saturday, April 30, 2011

Diecast Cars & Trucks - Collecting 101

When you get started collecting diecast model cars trucks, the first thing is to decide on the scale that you're going to collect. Diecast are classified in terms of scale, 1:18, :1:24, and 1:25 to mention a few that you might see or hear people talking about. Scale refers to a fraction of what the real item is reduced in order to produce an accurate model. Keep that in mind when deciding where you are going to display your collection. 1:18 will require more shelf space than 1:24.Collectors tend to collect the diecast model of cars or trucks that they love and have owned This is a good place to start a collection. There are some collectors that w

Collecting Vintage Diecast Vechicles

The Hot Wheel cars we used to play with in our childhood times were highly under-rated by us by then. If only we knew something about its potential values as they are now, we would not have thrown them around or disposed of as junk. I, for one, regret throwing them away as I grow older. Those I have thrown would have fought the rising inflation and remained as assets to me.It is fun to collect the rare ones that you seek, or those you already thrown away. You may, like me, discover how stupid it is throw them away when you see their current value! Vintage cars are available now through the internet. First, you need to do some homework. Go to official H

Earnhardt Jr. Bringing Music To Schools, NASCAR All-Star Weekend

The Dale Jr. Foundation dedicating $30,000 grant All-Star paint scheme to the VH1 Save The Music FoundationMOORESVILLE, N.C. (Friday, April 29, 2011) " With a lifelong passion for music and a broad taste for its many variations, NASCAR's eight-time Most Popular Driver Dale Earnhardt Jr. is taking his zeal to others and using the NASCAR Sprint All-Star weekend and The Dale Jr. Foundation to do it.Through the VH1 Save The Music Foundation, The Dale Jr. Foundation is providing a $30,000 grant to Neal Middle School in Durham, N.C., to enhance its music program and give its students the opportunity to excel musically. The school was selected through a qual

Top 5 Five Reasons High Security Locks Protect You Better

When trying to increase the security of your home or business many people look to high tech devices such as burglar alarms, electronic access control and camera systems. Often overlooked are the simple locks that hold the door shut. These locks are the physical security that protect a building and what prevents intruders on the most basic level. What many people fail to realize is the locks on their doors are the weak link in their overall security. Using High Security Locks is one of the best ways to improve this critical security area. The top five reasons for using these high security locks are:1.Patented Key Control - Most high security locks use a

Friday, April 29, 2011

In Japan, Auto Parts Boss Keeps Up Production

Jeremy Hobson: Mobile handset maker Sony Ericcson is the latest economic victim of the Japan quake. It says profits fell 48 percent last quarter because of supply chain disruptions. Those disruptions have been particularly bad for the Japanese auto industry.And Marketplace's Scott Tong has the story now of one car factory boss who's going to incredible lengths to get things back up and running.Scott Tong: Throughout the crisis in Japan, one thing that stands out to locals and foreigners alike is the country's resiliency.Case in point: Hiroto Yokoyama, manager of the Iwaki Diecast factory, some 30 miles from the heart of the devastation. The plant makes

Thursday, April 28, 2011

Toyota's Molten Metal Turned Lump Shows Post-Quake Challenge

(Updates share price in 15th paragraph.) April 15 (Bloomberg) -- Iwaki Diecast Co.’s 15 electric furnaces shut down as the March 11 earthquake knocked out power, turning 12 tons of aluminum bubbling at 670-degrees Celsius into solid lumps of metal. The supplier to Toyota Motor Corp. lost 440 pounds of spilled aluminum and a magnesium die-cast plant washed away by the tsunami that followed in Yamamoto, Miyagi prefecture. Diesel generators were brought in to restore power and it took four days to melt the blocks so parts production could resume on March 22, Managing Director Hiroto Yokoyama said. "We are almost back to where we were before the eart

Earnhardt Ganassi Racing/ Richmond I Advance Notes

Richmond International Raceway Advance NotesRace: Crown Royal presents the Matthew and Daniel Hansen 400 on Saturday, April 30Track:Richmond International Raceway (0.750-mile oval)Location: Richmond, Va. Earnhardt Ganassi Media Racing with Felix Sabates Contacts at Richmond International Raceway NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS)Jeff Dowling No.1 McDonald's ChevroletShayna Keller No. 42 Target Chevrolet NOTES Jamie McMurray and No. 1 McDonald's Team Richmond History: McMurray has 16 previous NSCS starts at Richmond International Raceway (RIR). His best NSCS results came in this same event in 2009 when he finished seventh after starting 27th. His best star

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Yardley Products Provides Custom Threaded Metal Inserts For Insulin Pumps

Yardley, PA (PRWEB) April 27, 2011 Yardley Products, a manufacturer of precision engineered threaded metal inserts for a wide range of fastening applications, provides custom solutions for multiple industries. Recently, Yardley Products has been supplying custom sized threaded metal inserts in the assembly of insulin pumps made by a multi-national pharmaceutical manufacturer.The manufacturer approached Tim Bailey, president of Yardley Products, about creating a custom sized insert in the construction of the insulin pumps. "The insert had to be incredibly small," says Bailey. "It's one of the smallest inserts we've ever created."The small size of the i

Hometownstations.com-WLIO- Lima, OH News Weather SportsJapan's Auto Parts Makers Struggle After Disaster

Customers were clamoring. The backlog of orders swelled.The zinc and aluminum widgets made by his company, Horio Seisakusho Co., appear insignificant at first glance. But the tiny metal components represent a vital fraction of the thousands of parts used in a single car.The global supply chain that feeds the giant automakers - Toyota, Honda and General Motors - begins at unassuming companies like Horio Seisakusho. Japan's recent disaster showed that one missing link can grind production lines around the world to a halt.The imperative to resume normal output is pressing for small parts suppliers throughout northeast Japan, which must keep customers happ

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Performance Tees Designs A Partnership With The Carolina Clash

The Carolina Clash would like to welcome Performance Tee's and Steve Knight from Raleigh, NC to their ever growing list of partners for the 2011 racing season. Knight has been making the crew apparel for the Carolina Clash for the last few years along with the official Carolina Clash fan T-shirts. For the 2011 season Steve Knight will be the Official apparel provider for the Carolina Clash SLMS."Steve runs a wonderful business and produces top of line apparel for all age groups" said Larry Lee Jr. Owner of the Carolina Clash SLMS. "The fans will be happy with the quality of work and the amount of merchandise available each night".This year, Performanc

Monday, April 25, 2011

How A DIY Model Could Cost As Much As An F1 Grand Prix Race Weekend

By Toby Walne Last The roar of engines and the smell of burning rubber leap off the page. The page in question is a cleverly designed cover of one of many 'partwork' magazines promoting build-it-yourself models. The first issue of Build Your Own McLaren, for example, costs only 1.99 and comes with a front wing kit and booklet including details of the 1:8 scale Formula 1 car plus a feature on the Silverstone circuit. Its launch coincided with the start of the 2011 Grand Prix Season – the next race is in Turkey on May 8. My daughter, Sophia, 11, and son, Harrison, 9, share my enthusiasm to build the classic F1 car that Lewis Hamilton raced to win

Japan Foundry Rebuilds; Orders Scarce

YAMAMOTO, Japan-When last month's earthquake jolted Iwaki Diecast Co.'s main plant here, molten aluminum poured from crucibles, setting fire to the factory floor. Atsushi Kamata grabbed an extinguisher and, along with other workers, quickly subdued the blaze.But Mr. Kamata, a managing director at the manufacturer of cast-metal parts for car and electronics companies, says it didn't take long for the severity of the hurdles ahead to sink in. For six weeks, Mr. Kamata and his colleagues have struggled to repair badly damaged machinery, restore electric power and restart production of critical components for Toyota Motor Corp., BMW AG, Ford Motor Co. and

Sunday, April 24, 2011

Bosphorus Bound

Turkish Airlines has expanded rapidly in Finland. FINNS like to travel. Unsurprisingly, they like to travel to places around the world that are warm and sunny. One of the warmer and sunnier locales within easy reach is Istanbul, and the growing demand for flights to Turkey has helped Turkish Airlines expand rapidly in Finland.Finnair used to fly a route direct to Istanbul in the late 1970s and early 1980s, but nonstop flights were discontinued, not counting some leisure and charter flights. In 2006 Turkish Airlines began flying directly between Helsinki and Istanbul three times a week. Demand was high, so Finnair decided to compete for those travelle

Small Japanese Auto Parts Makers' Big Effect

ISHINOMAKI, Japan- In the days after Japan's earthquake and tsunami, Masahiko Horio knew he had to get his factory back online quickly. Customers were clamoring. The backlog of orders swelled.The zinc and aluminum widgets made by his company, Horio Seisakusho Co., appear insignificant at first glance. But the tiny metal components represent a vital fraction of the thousands of parts used in a single car.The global supply chain that feeds the giant automakers " Toyota, Honda and General Motors " begins at unassuming companies like Horio Seisakusho. Japan's recent disaster showed that one missing link can grind production lines around the world to a hal

Saturday, April 23, 2011

Japan's Auto Parts Makers Struggle

ISHINOMAKI, Japan - In the days after Japan's earthquake and tsunami, Masahiko Horio knew he had to get his factory back online quickly.Customers were clamoring. The backlog of orders swelled.The zinc and aluminum widgets made by his company, Horio Seisakusho Co., appear insignificant at first glance. But the tiny metal components represent a vital fraction of the thousands of parts used in a single car.The global supply chain that feeds the giant automakers - Toyota, Honda and General Motors - begins at unassuming companies like Horio Seisakusho. Japan's recent disaster showed that one missing link can grind production lines around the world to a halt

Fiat 500 Makes Its Debut At 'studio' In Johnston

Journal Staff Writer JOHNSTON - The new Fiat 500s have arrived."We've got 50 on the ground," said George Smith, Metro's corporate general manager during a recent interview at Metro Fiat's stylish new store on Hartford Avenue. "And we'll have another 50 by the end of the month.""We're all done, ready to go," added general manager Exum Pike.Actually make that studio director. The title is part of Fiat's marketing to build jazzy "studios," or showrooms, with floor-to-ceiling windows, an open ceiling painted tomato-red and a gray-and-white tiled floor laid out in a curve.An espresso bar commands one end surrounded by accessories for sale, including clothin

Friday, April 22, 2011

Feel High For Less With The Invicta Men's 6620 II Collection Watch

Today, I'm going to write about one such masterpiece, the "Chronograph Stainless Steel White Dial" men's watch from Invicta's 6620 II Collection, which is one of the best designer watches that's also priced at an affordable cost. Since this is the holiday season, you can choose this shiny little thing as a special gift for your loved ones, and make more room in their heart.Though, the watch doesn't come with a heavy weight model name, it features remarkable features like Precise movement based on the popular Swiss-quartz technology, a flame-fusion crystal glass dial window for extra durability and scratch resistance. It also boasts a well polished and

Collectible Barbie Dolls Are Rich In Style And Pageantry

Collectible Barbie Dolls are more than just child's play; they're serious business. Drawing on a childhood love for Barbie or pageantry, designers and collectors have elevated the famous doll from toy status to high art form. These creations do not represent the commercial offerings carried by retailers. Rather, these highly detailed dolls are absolutely unique and meticulously crafted. Customers are willing to pay top dollar for haute couture creations to add to their collections.The process of creating (one of a kind) OOAK Barbie dolls requires considerable skill and knowledge. The figures are initially given a clean slate so that the designer can be

Thursday, April 21, 2011

Car Parts Makers Struggle To Recover, Remain In-country

ISHINOMAKI, Miyagi Pref. - In the days after the March 11 earthquake and tsunami, Masahiko Horio knew he had to get his factory back up and running quickly.Customers were clamoring. The backlog of orders swelled.The zinc and aluminum widgets made by his company, Horio Seisakusho Co., appear insignificant at first glance. But the tiny metal components represent a vital fraction of the thousands of parts used in a single car.The global supply chain that feeds the giant automakers - Toyota, Honda and General Motors - begins at unassuming companies like Horio Seisakusho. The Tohoku disaster showed that one missing link can grind production lines around the

:: Button's Victorious Debut

Tuesday, 19 April 2011Redline Media It was a result that he certainly wasn't expecting, but for Rory Button, his Sprintcar debut resulted in a feature race victory.After his scheduled Sprintcar debut, the final round of the All Stars 360 Sprintcar Series at his home track - Mt. Gambier's Borderline Speedway that was brought to a premature end after hot laps due to wet weather; Button returned to the track, for take two, last weekend's 360 Challenge at Horsham's Blue Ribbon Raceway in Victoria. Button, a former Australian Champion in the Wingless Sprint class, had some tentative results in his three heat races with a sixth, eighth and fifth after he w

Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Happy 'Big 5-0' Robot!

Fifty years ago, the world was a much different place. The Cold War was well underway, with East Germany erecting the era's most somber symbol"the Berlin Wall. Russia also startled the world that year when Yuri Gagarin became the first man in space.In the manufacturing world, several groundbreaking events also occurred in 1961. That's the year when through-hole technology was introduced in the electronics industry. It's also when Becton Dickinson unveiled the world's first plastic disposable syringe (the following year, it opened a plant in Canaan, CT, to assemble the innovative product).Another important milestone tool place in 1961"the first industri

For Kids: Sci-Fi Collectibles

Science fiction is a movie and book genre that's widely popular, all around the world. In point of fact, sci-fi books, movies, and tv shows are enjoyed by individuals of every age group. If you are searching for a present for a kid or a teen who is an admirer of science fiction, you can be pleased to recognize that you have an almost limitless number of options. Before highlighting a couple of sci-fi collectables that make great gifts for children and teens, it is essential to discuss themes. Most of the sci-fi collectables outlined below are available in a wide array of themes. These themes are oftentimes focused on familiar and well-liked science fic

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Kelly Brothers And Good Charlotte's Madden Brothers Catch Up In Hamilton

Good Charlotte's Madden brothers caught up with Jack Daniel's Racing's Kelly brothers at the ITM400 V8 Supercar event in Hamilton, NZ today.The sets of brothers met in August last year. While in Australia, the Madden brothers were treated to rides in the Jack Daniel's V8 Supercars of the Kelly brothers at Phillip Island.The guys were keen to catch up in Hamilton, where the Kelly brothers qualified first and second this morning and where the Madden brothers are performing the after-race concert this evening.While catching up in the Jack Daniel's Racing garage, Todd and Rick Kelly presented Joel and Benji with model car versions of the JD Commodores the

The Popularity Of The Jeff Gordon Diecast

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Monday, April 18, 2011

Japan's Auto Parts Makers Struggle After Disaster

(AP)- 1 day ago ISHINOMAKI, Japan (AP) " In the days after Japan's earthquake and tsunami, Masahiko Horio knew he had to get his factory back online quickly.Customers were clamoring. The backlog of orders swelled.The zinc and aluminum widgets made by his company, Horio Seisakusho Co., appear insignificant at first glance. But the tiny metal components represent a vital fraction of the thousands of parts used in a single car.The global supply chain that feeds the giant automakers " Toyota, Honda and General Motors " begins at unassuming companies like Horio Seisakusho. Japan's recent disaster showed that one missing link can grind production lines arou

Hornby Hobbies' Corgi And Renowned Dinky Expert Contribute Complete Catalogues ...

Corgi Boards ToyPedia ProjectThe world-famous Corgi Toys, now a part of the Hornby Hobbies Group, have agreed to contribute their entire back catalogue to ToyPedia, Toy Collector's ambitious web-based encyclopaedia of collectable toys and models. The company joins other leading toy and model brands already involved in the project, including Jada, Greenlight, Oxford Diecast and Minichamps. Martyn Weaver, Corgi Marketing Manager says; "Documenting the history of our products is a highly important part of retaining and enhancing brand loyalty among our customers. We think ToyPedia is an excellent way to do this and are proud to be among the participating

Sunday, April 17, 2011

Quality Die Casting To Meet Your Business Goals

A few months ago, DDK LTD. started to search for a zinc die casting company to replace their wear out water proof circular connector production line and low competition electrical connector price in Japan. Through TAIWAN TOTAI, DDK LTD. reached Accucision Diecast and gave them a pressure die casting challenge.In Japan,electrical connectors are made with single cavity molds and the three holes are fabricated by staff afterward. In order to decrease costs and increaseelectrical connector's production capability, DDK LTD. asked for one-time fabrication using a Double Cavity Mold and at the same time adding three holes on thecircular connectors. All of the

2011 V8 Supercar: Good Charlotte's Madden Brothers Catch Up With Jack Daniel's ...

While catching up in the Jack Daniel's Racing garage, Todd and Rick Kelly presented Joel and Benji with model car versions of the JD Commodores the Maddens rode in at the Phillip Island circuit in Victoria last August. "Wow, thanks guys. It feels like we've won an award," said Benji Madden as he and Benji were presented with their diecast model Jack Daniel's Commodores. Today's polesitter and Saturday race winner Rick Kelly was stoked to catch up with the Maddens in New Zealand. "It's great to see the guys again and show them a V8 Supercar event," said Rick Kelly. "We've kept in touch on Twitter since last August and wanted to catch up while we were bo

Saturday, April 16, 2011

US Commodities Day Ahead: Gold Advances To Record On Inflation

The following are the top storieson metals, agriculture and shipping. ECONOMIC EVENTS, AGRICULTURE REPORTS: TOP STORY: Gold Advances to Record on Inflation Concerns, Weakening Dollar Gold rose to a record in London and New York as concernabout faster inflation and a weakening dollar boosted demand forthe metal as an alternative investment. Silver touched a 31-yearhigh. COMMODITY EXCLUSIVES: PhosAgro Said to Begin IPO as Early as June, Selects Managers OAO PhosAgro, the world's second-largest maker of phosphatefertilizer, is choosing among banks including Citigroup Inc. and Renaissance Capital to manage an initial public offering asearly as June, said t

Best Acoustic Guitar

Acoustic guitars are those that do not rely on electronic amplification but use acoustic methods to make the sound, produced by its strings, audible. Amazon.com provides the following acoustic guitars:The acoustic guitar starter pack for beginners: as the name suggests, this instrument is for the beginners that want to learn to play. The pack contains the kona acoustic guitar, a digital tuner, three picks, gig bag and a book with CD that contains the guitar basics. The guitar is a steel string guitar produced by Kona guitars that are known for offering something for everyone. It has a Linden back and sides.The guitar has a spruce top to produce rich so

Magnesium Alloy Vs Plastic

Plastic and steel were once the staples in consumer electronics casings. Today, that doesn't seem to have changed. However, many of the new electronics that seem to be sporting a lightweight plastic housing, or strong steel one are actually comprised of neither. Today consumer electronics are made largely of a magnesium alloy.The DeceptionMagnesium alloy materials closely resemble the special plastics used in electronic casings. The Thixomolding process can create magnesium alloy products that are much thinner than previous plastic and steel models. The alloy is often considered a space-age invention because of its ability to be molded into a very thin

Friday, April 15, 2011

Auto Biography: Billy Vigeant Is A Street-smart Car Guy

Journal Staff Writer JOHNSTON - Billy "V" Vigeant's resume lists "Street Smarts" as one of his talents and a recent visit to the garage where he was showing his newly restored 1952 Bentley Type R confirms a life based on charm and hustle.And the luck that both bring.Take his acting career. He started acting just two years ago, but he's already had small roles in such Oscar-winning films as "The Fighter" and "The Town." "I got chance to play a scene with Christian Bale, who won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in ‘The Fighter,'" he said.Currently, he has the role of Police Officer Watkins in eight episodes of "Body of Proof," the new ABC

Toyota's Molten Aluminum Turned Lump Shows Post-Quake Power Challenge

Iwaki Diecast Co.'s 15 electricfurnaces shut down as the March 11 earthquake knocked out power,turning 12 tons of aluminum bubbling at 670-degrees Celsius intosolid lumps of metal. The supplier to Toyota Motor Corp. (7203) lost 440 pounds ofspilled aluminum and a magnesium die-cast plant washed away bythe tsunami that followed in Yamamoto, Miyagi prefecture. Dieselgenerators were brought in to restore power and it took fourdays to melt the blocks so parts production could resume onMarch 22, Managing Director Hiroto Yokoyama said. "We are almost back to where we were before theearthquake," Yokoyama said in an interview at the factory."But the big questi

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Quake Exposes Fragility Of 'supply Chain' In Auto Industry

When the magnitude-7.1 aftershock struck Thursday night, Yoshio Saito, president of autoparts maker Iwaki Diecast Co., dashed from his house to the head office's factory in Yamamoto, Miyagi Prefecture. The main thought on his mind? Here we go again. A day earlier, his company finally restored full power to the factory, which had been knocked offline in the March 11 Great East Japan Earthquake. After the magnitude-9.0 quake and tsunami, which swept away one of Iwaki's four factories in Yamamoto, Saito made a frantic effort to continue supplying parts to clients and maintaining the fragile supply structure that is so crucial in auto manufacturing. Iwaki

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

Doll Collectibles For Every Collector

You may be on the lookout for the latest addition to your dolls collection, and if so, now is the perfect time to shop. With the holidays fast approaching, not only can you find doll collectibles for yourself, but you can also take care of holiday gift giving with beautiful dolls for everyone on your list. There are a wide variety of dolls available sure to appeal to many people with discerning tastes.Cultural dolls always make an interesting addition to a collection. There are many of this type to choose from, including African-American, Asian, Hispanic, Native American, Russian and religious styles. The Sacred Maidens line might appeal to Native Amer

HOT WHEELS FUELS UP WITH NEW WEBSITE, TOUR, AND STUNTS

The #1 toy brand launches 2 011 activities that will provide Canadians with Thrilling Vehicle Experiences TORONTO , April 13 /CNW/ - In 2011 Hot Wheels takes vehicle loving guys of all ages on a fast and furious ride through a jam packed line-up of special events, partnerships, sponsorships and new leading-edge products. Hot Wheels aims to satisfy any adrenaline junkie with the launch of HotWheelsLive.ca, the interactive Hot Wheels Live Tour, the Hot Wheels Fearless at the 500™ stunt in Indianapolis and exciting new toys, apparel, accessories and sporting goods."Hot Wheels appeals to 'guys' of all ages who are looking to fuel their passion for

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

For Love Of Film Photography

Smack in the middle of Brookfield Commons sits Cas Photo Studio and Camera Shop , as it has for 32 years.The owner -- Bob "Cas" Caselnova -- has watched the popularity of amateur cameras such as Polaroids or Advantix come and go. Now that digital cameras are here to stay, it's nice to know there are still a few good, old-fashioned film camera shops, catering to professionals and students.Caselnova, 67, is a collector of antique cameras and more. The camera he cherishes most is from the early 1800s. A wooden, box camera, it's the kind photographers used with a curtain over their head to shoot portraits of outlaws in the Wild West. He was once offered $1

Types Of Pin Badges

Badges are used for all sorts of purposes. It may range from being a means of identification (school), a symbol of authority (police), fashionable accessory or a marketing strategy (button badges). They may serve as giveaways, tokens, gifts, souvenirs, promotional items, or even as part of an award scheme. There is a whole range of badges available and are generally sorted by base material or by usage. The following however are classified according to the materials used:Enamel badges may have the following categories: Premium Quality Hard Enamel is a pin badge that is finished with a flat and even surface. Superior Soft Enamel is a high quality, mid-ra

Monday, April 11, 2011

Magnesium Alloy Vs. Plastic

Plastic and steel were once the staples in consumer electronics casings. Today, that doesn't seem to have changed. However, many of the new electronics that seem to be sporting a lightweight plastic housing, or strong steel one are actually comprised of neither. Today consumer electronics are made largely of a magnesium alloy. The Deception Magnesium alloy materials closely resemble the special plastics used in electronic casings. The Thixomolding process can create magnesium alloy products that are much thinner than previous plastic and steel models. The alloy is often considered a space-age invention because of its ability to be molded into a very th

Daimler Trucks Launches New Heavy-duty, Euro VI-compliant Engines; X-PULSE ...

. The long-stroke design of the Mercedes-Benz OM 471, which has a bore of 132 mm and stroke of 156 mm, gives it excellent pulling power.To provide robustness and durability, the crankcase includes vertical structures and ribbing to make it very rigid. This design also helps to reduce noise emissions.To optimize weight, the sump is made out of a synthetic material. The oil level is checked by a special sensor linked to the engine control unit.In order to keep the design compact, the spacing of the cylinders has been kept to a minimum. With a view to a long service life, the one-piece pistons are made out of steel. They have two compression rings and on

Sunday, April 10, 2011

Next Toy And Train Sale At Penarth Leisure Centre

4:30pm Tuesday 22nd March 2011 FOLLOWING the success of the very first toy and train show in January, the second great event (of four per year) is taking place, at Penarth Leisure Centre, Andrew Road, Cogan on Saturday, April 2. The sale will operate from 10.30am-3pm and a large number of traders have already booked their tables ensuring that this will be a major show and one of the largest of its type in Wales. Ease of access to the venue from all parts and good parking plus an excellent caterer all help to make this a very special fair and there is the added bonus of a busy railway line virtually alongside the venue with Cogan Station (having very fr

Examine The Sci-Fi Collectables

Sci-fi collecting is a spare time activity that has usually seen a steady improvement in popularity. 1 of the many causes of that popularity increase is due to the quantity of people who are reached country by science fiction. Popular science fiction movies, books, and tv shows are watched and read by people of all ages!One of the most commonly asked question, concerning sci-fi collecting, is what should be collection. Perhaps, that that is greatest rationality why science fiction collecting is a hobby that is enjoyed by numerous, because there are so numerous choices. There is an nearly limitless sum of science fiction merchandise that could be collec

Saturday, April 9, 2011

Olde Tyme Stuffe, Inc.

Takes place on 3/17/2011At , 54 Suffolk Street, Worcester, MA, 01604508-752-5200 Furniture Accessories: Nice 19th Century Davenport, Unique Turn of the Century Flip Top Game Table, Nice Empire Parlor Set Incl. Love Seat, Arm Chair and Rocker, Hale Three Section Barristers Bookcase w/ Top and Base, Early Dressing Table w/ Glove Boxes and Beveled Glass Mirror, Outstanding Mahogany Game Table w/ Inlay, Pair of Early Upholstered Side Chairs w/ Carved Backs, Nice Eastlake Side Table, Set of 6 Carved Dining Chairs w/ Decorative Leather Backs and Seats and Brass Buttons, M.C.M. Tulip Lamp w/ Multi Colored Globes, Commercial Butcher Block, Full Size Early Bra

Model Shop Finds It Can't Soldier On

IT caters for a traditional hobby and The Model Shop has itself become one of Hull's traditions with premises that have barely changed for generations.But a combination of the internet era and the recent recession have proved too much for its owners to endure and after a lifespan of 65 years it will close for the last time next month.The shop first opened on Holderness Road in 1946, then moved onto Whitefriargate and finally the city centre in 1962, and its layout today would still be instantly recognisable to customers from that era. Every available inch of space is given over to models, with shelves groaning under boxes of kits. Gurkhas rub shoulder

Friday, April 8, 2011

Diecast Helicopter Model - Black Shark Ka-50 Combat Helicopter

In terms of performance they could not challenge the new American AH- 64 "Apache" fire support helicopter, which was at that time being developed. Several helicopter configurations and were studied, as "Kamov" designers tried to create a new superior combat machine. The experience in Vietnam and in Afghanistan had disclosed the low survivability of the classic single-rotor helicopter due to its vulnerable tail rotor and extended rotor drive.The advantages of an aerodynamically symmetrical coaxial main rotor came to the fore. Such a rotor assures easier helicopter control both in the manual and, more importantly, automatic mode, excellent manoeuvrabilit

More Than 50 Classic Cars Will Tour Picayune This Weekend

PICAYUNE - Picayune residents may notice more than 50 antique cars touring the citythis weekend.The event will be part of the Slidell Antique Car Club Tour, which includes members from Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Texas, said Tour Co-Chairman Charles Maher.Beginning Friday, about 64 members of the club will enter Picayune as they check into the Holiday Inn Express off of Memorial Boulevard. Maher said the Picayune Police Department will direct traffic while the club enters town.After checking in at the hotel the club will head to the Crosby Arboretum for a tour. The group will head to the Train Depot on U.S. Highway 11 for a tour of the museum b

Car Show Planned

SAN ANGELO, Texas "Sunset Mall, 4001 Sunset Drive, will host its fourth annual Sunset Mall Motor Show on from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 9. The event will be held in the mall's east parking lot next to Sears.Awards will be given for the top three in each class. There are classes for motorcycles, boats and automobiles. The entry fee is $25 and includes a t-shirt, dash plaque and goody bag. A new contest this year will be the San Angelo Model Club's Model contest. The entry fee will be free for any type of model. Models can be planes, trains, cars, and others. Registration is from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturday, April 9. Participants who pre-register

Thursday, April 7, 2011

Reminiscing My Irish Travel With Unique Irish Gifts

Spending two months in Ireland for a photography gig has been the most exciting part of my career thus far. From Dublin to Cork, I have shot some of the most beautiful landscapes anyone can find anywhere in the world. Aside from the magnificent landscapes I have also shot several castles and landmarks that are unique to Ireland. And now it is time to get myself some unique Irish gifts.Throughout my several months' vacation in St. Patrick, I have also immersed myself into their tradition and culture. I started to love Guinness and have dabbled in their customary dancing and I may now audition for Riverdance. I have learned to like and enjoy local songs.

How To Create A Business On The Internet Without Being Frustrated

A lot of people want to start their own business, and become independent with a small business of their own.For this, you must recognize that the Internet is the ideal way. It offers so many possibilities, or so that's what we hear say everywhere, the gurus of the Internet will tell you, its talked about on all the forums, and even in everyday life, in the press or at work.But now, what company will you create? what will you sell? what service do you offer?You should know that today, 80% of people who want to start a business on the Internet, do not know what business to start.And then you start searching, browsing, to want to get into all kinds of pla

Wednesday, April 6, 2011

How To Collect Vintage Toys

If you have the inclination to collect antique toys or vintage cars, I recommend you to begin your collection with toys that bring back fond memories from your past. There are many styles of car models, like tin-plate car, plastic cars or die cast models. Some are made as toys for kids, some are made solely for adults. Between the adult car models, there is precious items worth for collecting. No matter toy grade or collector items grade, the common properties are realistic aesthetic look, detailed patterns and heavyweight hand feel.Early stage models are mainly sold as toys. Among those toy grade models there are some worth for collection. There are n

Tuesday, April 5, 2011

Building Your Collection Of Golf Collectibles

It is obvious that golf and collecting golf collectibles are two of the most sought-after and popular hobbies of people around the world. Because of this, it is just logical that these two could combine, and therefore, collecting golf items is a very popular hobby. It need not take an expert to assert that just about anybody who has a genuine passion for golf and a genuine passion for collecting could easily and effectively get involved in this top hobby.If you are an enthusiastic and a fanatic or if you have been interested in golf for quite some time, you many not be aware but you could already own a sizable and significant golf memorabilia collectio

Tips About Ho Brass Model Trains And The Hobby Opportunity

When an individual includes a hobby in to their life they are creating an ideal focus that could assist them discover more pleasure from their life experience. An unique leisure activity opportunity is found with the opportunity to collect HO brass model trains. HO brass model trains are replica trains that are 1:87 size of normal trains with an unbelievable quantity of details which assists to provide character to the model. An even better characteristic of HO brass model trains is that these little collectibles are completely functional, allowing the train or collecting enthusiast the chance to develop their own train setting distinctly designed arou

Monday, April 4, 2011

Autospectacular Ready To Rev Up At Willowbank Raceway

"Any vehicle owners who wish to display their pride and joy at the Queensland Autospectacular, no matter what age, type or condition, are welcome to enter - just turn up at the main gate off Champions Way, on Sunday morning 10th April before 9.00am," said Hall. "For those vehicle owners who wish to have their show vehicle judged, there are numerous judging categories with great trophies. Entries for judging are limited to the first 200 vehicles that pre-enter, so please phone 0403 960 584 for more information. The trophy presentation will commence at 2.00pm. "Thanks to the expanded format we have also been able to add some other new attractions, includ

Daisy Lowe's Photography Exhibition For Heart Foundation, Get Her Look

Daisy Lowe launched an exhibition of her own photography today at Westfield , to help raise awareness for the British Heart Foundation 's ' Mending Broken Hearts Appeal '!The model's collection is called 'Hope', and she explained why, saying: " It's easy to find hope all around us, in anything ."She added, " The hope in an eager commuter preparing for the day ahead; hope in fashion; hope in love. In an ideal world this will inspire people to get involved with the Mending Broken Hearts Appeal in whatever way they can - why not have fun whilst still raising awareness of the great work done by charities such as the British Heart Foundation? ".If you want

Sunday, April 3, 2011

Car Show Planned

Collecting NASCAR Diecast Cars

As a young boy I always had little figurines like GI Joe, the green Army men and plastic tanks and don't forget the little soldier with the parachute that didn't always open. Those were fun to play with but when I got my first Hot Wheels that changed everything. It started an interest in cars that never stopped. Those little suckers were fast and there were so many models and bright colors to choose from.From there I got into watching auto racing, not much on the TV those days (I'm going back a bit), I believe Wide World of Sports carried some of the big races of stock car racing. I'm not sure if it was called NASCAR at time, it's to far back to rememb

Saturday, April 2, 2011

Limelight Calendar

"Circuits": Master of Fine Arts thesis concert of dance students Monique Roberts, Nicole Roerick and Mary Love Ward. 8 p.m. today-Sat. $6 general public, free for FSU Students with ID. Nancy Smith Fichter Dance Theatre, Montgomery Hall, FSU. 644-4425.Linda Davis: A night of acoustic music, starring Grammy Award-winner Linda Davis and hit songwriters Lang Scott and Bill Whyte. Presented by the NFCC Artist Series. 7 p.m. $12 adults, $6 children 12 and under. Van H. Priest Auditorium, 325 N.W. Turner Davis Drive, Madison. (850) 973-1653.Garage Party: Celebrating women riders, with demonstrations, networking, fashion displays, more. 6-8:30 p.m. Free. Capit

LOCAL TRACKS: Practice Sessions To Be Held As Start Of 2011 Season Nears

While the temperatures remain in the lower digits, the action on area tracks will be heating up in preparation for the 2011 season.On Saturday, Five Mile Point Speedway, just over the border in Kirkwood, N.Y., will hold a practice session. Pits open at 11 a.m. for inspection with practice starting at 2 p.m. Grandstand admission is free with the donation of a canned good to benefit the Community Hunger Outreach Warehouse.Five Mile Point will hold another practice session April 9 at 2 p.m. Then, on April 10, the track will host a Race of Champions Dirt Sportsman 30-lap race at 4 p.m.Meanwhile, Penn Can Speedway in Susquehanna will have three test-and-tun

Friday, April 1, 2011

Japanese Auto Parts Makers Struggle To Recover

While restoration work is rapidly moving forward at manufacturers' plants, many small and midsize auto parts makers remain unsure about when they will be able to resume full-scale operations. Operations at Nissan Motor Co.'s Iwaki plant in Iwaki, Fukushima Prefecture, were suspended after the earthquake. On Tuesday, Nissan Chief Executive Officer Carlos Ghosn visited the plant, where he told reporters he wanted production to partially resume in mid-April and on a full scale in early June. The plant, the company's only base for the production of V6 engines for the Fuga, Skyline and other high-end models, was built in 1994 on a 200,000-square-metre t

Scale Model Trains: What Does That Mean?

Model trains are available in a variety of different sizes that are denoted as scales. This spectrum of sizes ranges from miniature train sets to large models that designed to be set up outdoors. There are two terms used in association of collecting model trains, they are gauge and scale. Scale is used to describe the ratio of a model to the actual train that it depicts and gauge refers to the track width.When it comes to model railroad collecting the choice of scale is usually the most important aspect that needs to be decided before the collection can start. It is a matter of personal preference as well as experience and don't forget what may be the