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Thursday, June 30, 2011

Here & Now

~li~ Reprints Concert: Thursday Concert titled Salute to the Troops featuring the Naval Band Great Lakes will be held July 7 at 7:30 p.m. at William E. Brook Memorial Entertainment Center, 902 Skidmore Drive. Details, (847) 838-4032 or www.antioch.il.gov. Grayslake Swap Meet: Skip's Swap Meet will be held July 3 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at ake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road. Swap outdoor and Paved Outdoor, Inside or Outside Car Show. Inside and outside Auto/Truck Parts Swap Meet, plus Collectible Car Sale and Automotive Diecast Model sale. Cost is $8 and $ for children 6 to 12. Details, class="body.sans.list"> Gurnee Concerts: Jim Gill w

Harmer Roof Outlets Chosen For Gloucester Quays

Designed by Dyer Associates of London, Gloucester Quays is a 200 million scheme, comprising over 150,000m2 of floor space and an 18,000m2 Factory Outlet Centre. Located alongside the Gloucester and Sharpness Canal, the development is a key part of the regeneration of Gloucester's historic town centre, setting a benchmark in contemporary design. The main contractor was Bovis Lend Lease.Alumasc worked closely with installers T Clarke Bristol Ltd to overcome the challenge presented by complex roof build-up at Gloucester Quays' car park. Various areas of asphalt and liquid waterproofing membranes demanded the specification of a robust yet versatile drainag

Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Setting New Standards For Aluminium Enclosures

ROLEC has launched its new range of aluPLUS standard aluminium enclosures, incorporating many modern features previously unique to its aluCASE designer series. The new aluPLUS enclosures offer electronics designers a much higher degree of sophistication previously unavailable in this segment of the diecast enclosures market. Fareham, Hampshire (PRWEB UK) 15 June 2011 ROLEC has launched its new range of aluPLUS standard aluminium enclosures , incorporating many modern features previously unique to its aluCASE designer series.The new aluPLUS enclosures offer electronics designers a much higher degree of sophistication previously unavailable in this seg

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

How The Internet Helps To Show Collections Of Scale Model Cars

How The Internet Helps To Show Collections Of Scale Model CarsSearchHere is some information about how the internet helps to show collection of scale model cars. A colorful informative web page is a great way to display your die cast auto replicas. A web page is the perfect medium for displaying something like this because not only can you have pictures but you can organize the information in a helpful way.Organizing the web site using web tools enables visitors to search for exactly what they looking for. This will make the entire experience more satisfying and useful for the web visitor. Employing user friendly web programming techniques will enrich

Marvellous Miniatures At Toy Fair

MEDIA RELEASE27 June 2011Marvellous miniatures at toyfairCars are all around us, but in the miniature worldthe leading names are not Toyota, Ford or GM. Rather it isMatchbox and Hotwheels. Toy cars have been mass produced formore than fifty years. Famous names include Dinky and Corgi.There are now very detailed models made for adults, ratherthan kids.Toy and dicast fair organiser Steve Brown said,“The first superfast Matchbox models I remember buyingwere from Whitcoulls on Lampton Quay. They were 50 centseach and are now worth $25 each!“I'm holding this fairto try and bring the human element back into the hobby oftoy collecting. With the ad

Monday, June 27, 2011

Enjoy Collecting Coins, Dolls, Bullion, And Diecast Models

Collecting beautiful and meaningful objects has been an aspect of every culture since the beginning of civilization. It is a basic human characteristic to keep things of beauty and value nearby because they enrich life. The Franklin Mint, the top private mint in the world, was founded in 1964, and for the last four and a half decades has created beautiful collectables including precision diecast models, sculptures, jewelry and collector games, as well as legal tender coins for foreign countries, bullion ingots and much more.The artists and artisans of the Franklin Mint have constantly focused on providing products that are unparalleled in detail and w

Outdoor Wall Lighting - Choices Available

Outdoor Wall Lighting - Choices AvailableSearchLighting is an important part of outdoor living and wall lighting can enhance the exterior décor of any building. The types of wall lighting available are varied and it is helpful to know what is available. It is important that outdoor wall lighting adheres to outdoor regulations and guidelines which are very specific to ensure weather and safety precautions.Among the outdoor wall lighting available is a black wall light which is a black polycarbonate semi-circular outdoor wall light with an opaque white diffuser. Brickl ights are available in assorted colours which are brick-shaped and usually made w

Sunday, June 26, 2011

Discover The Famous Miniature Cars Of Yester Year

Discover the Famous Miniature Cars of Yester YearSearchWhen you think about the words of "famous miniature cars", it usually comes to mind matchbox cars. The tiny vehicles are know the world over, and later Mattel would make the line of tiny cars and truck famous. Finding out what the history of the play toy is, is a must for collectors. Being informed, will certainly help to decide if it is an original, their true value, and if it is a good deal or not, to buy one.It might surprise you to find out that the original matchbox design came from an English product company, and by a co-owner, named Jack Odell. He redesigned the first car for his daughter, f

Treasures Found In State Coffers

HAMILTON - Hamilton High School Class of 2002 treasurer Kevin Lloyd would love to know how his class has more than $3,400 sitting in Ohio’s unclaimed fund reserves.In a time where money is more valuable than ever before, more than $1.4 billion is sitting in the Ohio Division of Unclaimed Funds coffers. More than $13.6 million is owed to current and former Butler County residents."I’d be curious to know where it came from so we can determine how to use it - if we should use it for our 10-year class reunion or give it as a gift to the high school," said Lloyd, who now lives in Washington, D.C.At the end of the 2002 school year, the class had

All About The O Model Railroad

All About the O Model RailroadSearchIf you're looking for a great beginner's model train set, an O model railroad set is an excellent choice. This larger scale is about one to forty-eight, and makes a good train for people with eye or coordination problems, or for kids. Remember that this kind of train is going to take up a little more space than an HO or smaller scale. You'll need to plan accordingly. The O scale is a classic one - many of our favorite Christmas tree train sets were O scale.O model railroad trains are large enough to feature a lot of detail, and to be made in a truly durable way. It's easy to find accessories and parts for this popula

Saturday, June 25, 2011

Voice Recognition Software Review

Voice Recognition Software ReviewSearchSpeech recognition software has been around for a while now, I tried one a few years ago that came with my new laptop and I was not very impressed. No matter how hard I tried it would always get at least 8/10 words wrong, so I stopped using it. I looked around for other ones to see if there was anything better out there but I didn't find a thing that was worth using so I stopped looking.Until recently I really had no need for speech recognition software but now that I've started writing articles I found that my typing skills or rather lack of, made it difficult for me to start typing or writing articles. The one f

Friday, June 24, 2011

A Brief History Of Die Cast Corgi Toys

A Brief History of Die Cast Corgi ToysSearchCorgi Toys were first launched in 1956 by the Mettoy Company. Before this time the company's main product was lithographed metal toys. In 1948 they produced their first die cast models and called them 'Castoys', these first models contained a clockwork motor this was also used in the first Corgi models, this gave them an edge on their rival toy maker Dinky Toys.The Corgi brand was named after the welsh breed of dog & this logo can be found on most Corgi boxes & packaging. The toys were produced in Swansea by Mettoy Playcraft Ltd & the base plates were marked Made in Great Britain.The first true Co

Model Railways - Toys Or Collectibles?

Everybody loves model train sets as a child. It was amazing to observe that model train going round the track. This has not changed. Model Railways are still popular toys, but they also make the basis for a great collection. Collectors go mad for rare or interesting model railway stuff. What makes one model train a toy, and another a collectors dream? Let's discuss a few points to help you clarify. I'll also compare some model train sets intended for children versus those made as art.Model Railways and train sets have pretty much been around since the beginning of the railroad system. They've always been popular and the demand just keeps on rising. The

Bryant's Raffling Off $300 Trimmer For Shelter Benefit

Bryant's Turf and Landscaping, Rockingham, is raffling off a Shindaiwa T-242 trimmer, valued at $300."Tickets are only $1 for a chance to win a great Father's Day present," said owner Don Bryant. "And half the proceeds will be donated to the Humane Society, so even if you don't win - it's still for a good cause."The trimmer features: a two-stroke engine; electronic ignition; four bolt, chrome-plated cylinder; two ring piston; heavy duty three piece forged crankshaft; fully machined crankcase halves; diecast fan cover with anti-vibration cushions; two bearing clutch drum; high capacity, see-through fuel tank; ball and needle bearing construction through

Thursday, June 23, 2011

GME And Hero - VHF Radio And LED Lighting For Boating

GME and Hero - VHF Radio and LED Lighting for BoatingSearchEvery time you travel to the sea, it is like venturing into the unknown. You don't know what you'll see or encounter out there. But part of the boating adventure is to meet the challenge and be prepared for whatever comes your way. Mariners make sure they got the skills and the navigational equipment for a successful trip and to survive any danger. Among the survival necessities when you go out to sea are marine VHF radios and LED lights.Marine VHF radios are used by huge and small vessels mainly for communicating with harbors and for calling for rescue. Recognizing the importance of this instr

AUTOS: Best Of The Web

Spinning wheels This antique video on Jalopyjournal.com provides the best explanation ever of how a car's differential works. Check it out even if you know already. You have to wade through some old-school synchronized motorcycle riding, but hang in for the main feature. It's worth it. Check out: Gearing Up. Small wonders Once again, we ask that probing automotive question: Which famous Hollywood movie or TV car would you like to have as a diecast miniature? What? You never asked that… ? Check out: Seeing Stars . Purveyors of junque While I'm at it, here's the opening sequence of Sanford and Son with the world's coolest theme song and, of cou

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

New 74 Million Riverside Museum In Glasgow Opens Its Doors To The Public

Jun 21 2011 THE £74 million Riverside Museum in Glasgow opened its doors to the public today.Despite the rain, hundreds of people flocked to the new Museum of Transport and Travel, which houses more than 3,000 exhibits including trains, cars, motorbikes, buses and trams.The opening ceremony was conducted by the leader of Glasgow City Council, Gordon Matheson, who smashed a bottle of champagne on the side of the building.The Riverside Museum has more than 150 interactive displays telling the stories of the people who made the term "Clyde-built", one which travelled the world.The ground floor of the museum also includes a recreation of a city stre

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Setting New Standards For Aluminium Enclosures

Fareham, Hampshire (PRWEB UK) 15 June 2011 ROLEC has launched its new range of aluPLUS standard aluminium enclosures , incorporating many modern features previously unique to its aluCASE designer series.The new aluPLUS enclosures offer electronics designers a much higher degree of sophistication previously unavailable in this segment of the diecast enclosures market.Effectively aluPLUS gives them the best of both worlds: high quality designer features " such as clip-on trims " in cost effective industry standard sizes.Typical applications for aluPLUS include process control equipment, monitoring and detection systems, flow metering, industrial measuri

New 74 Million Riverside Museum In Glasgow Opens Its Doors To The Public

Monday, June 20, 2011

George Lucas On Disney's Star Tours

The new 3-D version of the Disney theme park ride Star Tours is a quantum leap above the original.Riders will face the unexpected - thousands of different permutations in the story line.The ride's repeat business should be superb.The original 1987 Star Tours ride "was relatively simplistic," says Star Wars creator George Lucas. "It went through basically an asteroid field and then we got into a battle, sort of above the Death Star kind of thing but it was very simplistic."Now "it's much cleverer, in the fact that we now have like 50 places to go. You never get the same ride twice." Lucas says there are a lot of secret cookies and other events as well.

Diecast Scale Models " Collecting The Mille Miglia

If you are a collector of scale model classic competition sports cars, a great theme for your collection is the classic Italian Mille Miglia or "one thousand miles" race.There are many models available of the cars that took part in the race over its thirty year life between 1927 and 1957 and of the cars that were inspired by it. Amazingly, the Mille Miglia was held on open public roads which was very dangerous but it had the advantage of bringing together the excitement of a high-speed car race, the beauty and elegance of the cars, the wonderful scenery of rural Italy and the Italian people who lined the roads to watch.The founders of the race wanted t

Starting A Tall Ships Model Collection

Starting a Tall Ships Model CollectionSearchRelentlessly, and with much power, the placidly gray water of the ocean fights against the deck of a weary ship. The thick banks of clouds above obscure most light. Deep thunder echoes across the sky like a roll of drums, the quick flashes of lightning accompanying them. Ocean storms are renowned for starting up without warning and with great ferocity. The storm can die down at any moment, or become even more dangerous. The sudden changes in storms is what claims many ships. Rather optimistically, the ship moves continually forward. The inside of the ship itself is busy with sailors keeping the ship afloat, a

Saturday, June 18, 2011

On The Frontline: Yardley Products Provides Custom Threaded Metal Inserts For Military Fighter Jets

Yardley, PA (PRWEB) June 16, 2011 Yardley Products, a manufacturer of precision engineered threaded metal inserts for a wide range of fastening applications, provides custom solutions for a variety of industries. Yardley creates the inserts used by an industrial company for instrument panels in some of the most sophisticated aircraft flying today, including the S-3 Viking and the C-130 Hercules.Yardley provides threaded metal inserts that are used to hold the cockpit instrument panels together, which are then mounted on the dashboard of the military aircraft. For over 20 years, Yardley has been proud to supply military aircraft with the inserts. "Thes

George Lucas Talks About Disney's Updated 'Star Tours' Attraction

ORLANDO, Fla. - The new 3-D version of the Disney theme park ride "Star Tours" is a quantum leap above the original. Riders will face the unexpected - thousands of different permutations in the story line. The ride's repeat business should be superb. The original 1987 "Star Tours" ride "was relatively simplistic," says "Star Wars" creator George Lucas. "It went through basically an asteroid field and then we got into a battle, sort of above the Death Star kind of thing but it was very simplistic." Now "it's much cleverer, in the fact that we now have like 50 places to go. You never get the same ride twice." Lucas says there are a lot of secret cookie

Friday, June 17, 2011

June 15, 2011 Calendar Of Events

Tickets for Vince Gill and Amy Grant’s "Twelve Days of Christmas" concert Dec. 16 are now on sale. The event will be at 7:30 p.m. at The Centre in Evansville, Ind. Tickets are $44.50 to $79.50. They are available online at www.ticketmaster.com or by phone at (800)745-3000. GALLERIES At the Dawson Springs Museum and Art Center museum , A Glimpse of Brushy Fork Creek, a collection of works by Paul and Patricia Ferrell and Traci Griffith Tso that includes woodturning, pottery and paintings, will be shown until July 8. The museum is located at 127 S. Main St. and is open 1-4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Admission is free. Call 797-3503 for more in

On The Frontline: Yardley Products Provides Custom Threaded Metal Inserts For ...

Yardley Products, a manufacturer of precision engineered threaded metal inserts for a wide range of fastening applications, provides custom solutions for a variety of industries. One of Yardley's longest relationships is with an industrial company that creates instrument panels for some of the most sophisticated aircraft flying today, including the S-3 Viking and the C-130 Hercules. Yardley, PA (PRWEB) June 16, 2011 Yardley Products, a manufacturer of precision engineered threaded metal inserts for a wide range of fastening applications, provides custom solutions for a variety of industries. Yardley creates the inserts used by an industrial company f

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Special Report: Countdown Begins To Opening Of Glasgow's Stunning Riverside Museum

Jun 16 2011 By Tristan Stewart-Robertson THE country's newest museum is set to open its doors to the public next Tuesday.With the first pictures of the inside of the Riverside Museum finally teasing the public, anticipation is growing for the ZahaHadid - designed wonder.Housing more than 3000 exhibits and featuring 150 interactive displays and the recreation of a city street during the 1900s, the Riverside cost £74million in city, lottery and donated cash.The Tall Ship Glenlee has been moved in front of the south facade to bring her together with Glasgow's ship model collection.Councillor Gordon Matheson, leader of Glasgow City Council, said: "G

The Simple Joys Of Matchbox Cars

The Simple Joys of Matchbox CarsSearchTheir StartThe year was 1953, and the British toy company Lesney Products came out with the first so-called Matchbox car. It was then that they saw one of their biggest sales - a model of the Queen's Coronation Coach. This led the company to begin producing other scaled down versions of different vehicles - cars, dump trucks, cement mixers, and more. It was always important that they meet that special size requirement - that they fit in a matchbox. Thus, the brand was born. Those early models were (quite naturally) all British vehicles, and they quite primitive - no interiors, doors didn't open, and they were gener

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Starting A Diecast Model Car Collection

The impulse to collect is strong with many people. Collecting diecast scale model vehicles is a hobby that is fun and can be a great way to escape everyday pressures for a little while.Every collector has his or own specialisation and every diecast model car collection has its own personality.When it comes to model vehicles some people will collect a marque " Cadillac, Jaguar, VW " or they might collect cars they have owned or Formula 1 race winners or 1/43 scale British cars of the 1950s or tractors or - well, anything. Often the theme of a collection is hard to define though the collector will know just what is to be included and what is not.I collec

Montreal Grand Prix 2011: In Little Italy, Racing Fever Hits The Streets

MONTREAL - Enzo Imaz, 3 years old, gets behind the wheel of a silver 1965 Cobra, looks all around and honks the horn. "He found it!" says his proud father, as the owner nervously looks on.A "Do not touch" sign is clearly visible on the hood, in both official languages, and he's just finished polishing the car inside and out, but what's he gonna do? Enzo's just the last of a long line of kids - and their parents - wanting to sit in the driver's seat."The kids want to dream," says Alain Ouellette. "Just like I did."The Grand Prix isn't just about babes in tight shorts and champagne. In Little Italy, where the "other festival" takes place, it's also about

Another Remake: George Lucas's New Star Wars Disneyland Ride

Tuesday, June 14, 2011

Lewis Hamilton, Tony Stewart Swap Formula One, NASCAR Seats At Watkins Glen

By Jeff Gluck - Motorsports Editor Follow @sbnation on Twitter , and Like SBNation.com on Facebook. Jun 14, 2011 - Lewis Hamilton couldn't stop grinning. Neither could Tony Stewart.After trading cars at Watkins Glen International on a damp, cold Tuesday afternoon - Hamilton drove the No. 14 Chevy from NASCAR's Sprint Cup Series and Stewart drove Hamilton's championship-winning McLaren Mercedes from 2008 - both drivers were elated.Giddy, even.Hamilton had his mobile phone out for most of the day, snapping pictures of Stewart, the cars, the drivers together, the track, the fans and even the media."I just feel like a kid today," said Hamilton, the ber-c

Monday, June 13, 2011

Daddy Days - NorthJersey.com

This month, celebrate the joys of fatherhood as you and your children meet and greet wild animals, go head-to-head in sports and virtual reality challenges or recapture the simple life with an outdoor adventure. here in Bergen, Passaic, and Rockland counties, there's no shortage of fun ways to spend Father's Day with your kids!Take a (Father's Day) Hike. what better way to celebrate Father's Day than a leisurely outdoor hike? Leave the cell phones and video games at home and enjoy a guided walk at the beautiful Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on June 19. You'll spot tadpoles, dragonflies and water birds at Pfiste

Mille Miglia - The Romantic Soul Of Italian Motor Sport

Mille Miglia - The Romantic Soul of Italian Motor SportSearchPeter RA AtkinsonBasicAuthorJoined: May 11, 20114 ArticlesThe Mille Miglia car race is a part of the romance of motoring history not only in Italy where the race took place but everywhere in the world where there are people who think that cars can be more interesting than mere transportation. It encapsulates the passions of an era when cars were allowed to be exciting and racing on ordinary roads was free to stir the spirit.The Mille Miglia was conceived as an open road race, that is, it was held on ordinary roads through the villages and countryside of Italy. The spectators felt that they we

Sunday, June 12, 2011

George Lucas Talks About Disney's Updated 'Star Tours' Attraction

ORLANDO, Fla. " The new 3-D version of the Disney theme park ride "Star Tours" is a quantum leap above the original.Riders will face the unexpected " thousands of different permutations in the story line.The ride's repeat business should be superb.The original 1987 "Star Tours" ride "was relatively simplistic," says "Star Wars" creator George Lucas. "It went through basically an asteroid field and then we got into a battle, sort of above the Death Star kind of thing but it was very simplistic."Now "it's much cleverer, in the fact that we now have like 50 places to go. You never get the same ride twice." Lucas says there are a lot of secret cookies and

Cars 2 Toys

Cars 2 the movie opens on 23 June and toy shops across the region are stocking up in anticipation of some lucrative merchandise kickback coming their way. Leading the march into Eid wish lists is Toys ‘R’ Us launching its range of Cars 2 related toys including diecast replicas of Cars 2 movie characters including super star Lightning McQueen and Mater, remote control vehicles, construction sets, play-sets, plush, ride-ons and games. They’re also got some exclusives like the Cars 2 LEGO Ultimate Building and the Cars 2 LEGO Tokyo International Circuit amongst others.Oliver Sibul, Buying Manager at Toys ‘R’ Us said: ‘T

Saturday, June 11, 2011

Detroit Scrap City

The Henry and Edsel Ford Auditorium is a white, wedge-shaped building that fronts the Detroit River. Despite its terrible acoustics, the Ford was home to the Detroit Symphony Orchestra for 33 years. After the orchestra's departure in 1989, the Ford sat empty. Over the next two decades, plans to repurpose the modernist theater into a corporate headquarters, a gospel music hall of fame and an aquarium, respectively, fell through. In 2010, the mayor's office announced that the Ford would be torn down and replaced with a park.The city has bolted plate iron across the Ford's front doors, so Mo climbs in through a broken window. Standing in an old dressing r

Top 10 Car Drawing Books For Beginner Artists

Top 10 Car Drawing Books For Beginner ArtistsSearch1. How to Draw Cars Like a Pro, 2nd EditionIn this long-awaited follow-up to the best-selling first edition of How to Draw Cars Like a Pro, renowned car designer Thom Taylor goes back to the drawing board to update his classic with all-new illustrations and to expand on such topics as the use of computers in design today. Taylor begins with advice on selecting the proper tools and equipment, then moves on to perspective and proportion, sketching and cartooning, various media, and light, shadow, reflection, color, and even interiors. Written to help enthusiasts at all artistic levels, his book also feat

Friday, June 10, 2011

The Care And Feeding Of Die Cast Collections

The Care and Feeding of Die Cast CollectionsSearchThere are die cast model cars and then, well, there are toys. Where is the dividing line and how to serious collectors of die cast vehicles judge the quality of their collections? Like most things, there's more to this collecting passion than meets the eye.Die cast collectors must consider a number of factors that are shared by people in the larger collecting world. How common or rare is a piece they own, what's the condition, who made the item, is it associated with an important event or person, is it part of a complete set or one-of-a kind?Quality Components Since the quality of die cast vehicles

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Diecast Scale Models - Collecting The Mille Miglia

Diecast Scale Models - Collecting the Mille MigliaSearchIf you are a collector of scale model classic competition sports cars, a great theme for your collection is the classic Italian Mille Miglia or "one thousand miles" race.There are many models available of the cars that took part in the race over its thirty year life between 1927 and 1957 and of the cars that were inspired by it. Amazingly, the Mille Miglia was held on open public roads which was very dangerous but it had the advantage of bringing together the excitement of a high-speed car race, the beauty and elegance of the cars, the wonderful scenery of rural Italy and the Italian people who li

Car Lovers: Find Diecast Models Of All Your Favorites

Car Lovers: Find Diecast Models of All Your FavoritesSearchDie-cast toys are created using a popular industrial production method. Molten metal is forced into mold cavities, which are then turned into die castings. Most castings use non-ferrous metals like lead, pewter, copper, magnesium, zinc, aluminum, and tin. The method is prized for its accuracy and quality, specifically with regard to small parts. Though it is known for numerous applications, die-casting is famous for its contribution to the collectible model and toy markets.Because of its incredible accuracy, die-casting is able to produce model toys that maintain dimensional consistency. That i

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

The Story Of Matchbox Toys Part 1

The Story Of Matchbox Toys Part 1SearchBring yourself back to post war Britain to the years just following World War II. It was a very bleak time indeed and many parts of Britain were still just piles of rubble, a tragic consequence of bombing and V weapons.Into this bleak post war time period, thousands of British army men were being "demobbed" and were returning home after a hard and bloody war that cost many people their lives.It was against this back drop that two friends named Leslie Smith and Rodney Smith who had just been demobilised from the Royal Navy decided to start a company together. The two men - Leslie in sales and Rodney in die ca

Why Collecting As A Hobby Is So Popular

Why Collecting As A Hobby Is So PopularSearchMost people have at some point in their lives considered collecting as a hobby. There are many reasons why human beings are drawn to the concept of assembling certain items. It could be a long-forgotten instinct to hoard resources for emergency use. Perhaps the status-implications of possessing a number of attractive objects are the key. Whatever the reason, most people derive a feeling of satisfaction and pleasure from amassing sets of objects.People collect so many things - stamps, coins, dolls, jewelry, autographs, marbles, vinyl records, sports cards, books, paintings, toys, cars - the list is never-endi

Tuesday, June 7, 2011

Beyond Models - Model Motorcycles For Collection And Considerations

Beyond Models - Model Motorcycles For Collection And ConsiderationsSearchA man in a leather jacket, boots and with a bandana on his head. Definitely a hard man to crack, and so is his ride, a handsome motorcycle. The image boost motorcycles give to men and women alike is amazing. It's a good thing there are model Motorcycles for collection of anyone and any type of person, not just goons and rockers.Some people are content with having one motorbike, with great engine and wheels, for a ride out on the road. But some also want to have more than one ride. A collection of motorcycles is a dream for many men, and getting the best deals and models motorcycle

Airbrushing Those Model Cars - Tips And How To

Airbrushing Those Model Cars - Tips and How ToSearchThe best way to apply paint is by airbrushing. It takes less time, and, come off it; we humans are totally all about making things a bit easier. But when you do use the air brush technique can be sort of tricky. So, here are some steps for air brushing that you should keep in mind!When and How to UseThere are a few circumstances in which you might use an air brush. One time when you would use this is when you have large areas to fill in. Another would be when you have thin lines. Many use this when they are mixing their colors as well to give it just the right tone. Start out with a single layered air

Monday, June 6, 2011

Women During Coca-Cola 600 Week

Fans Can Enjoy a Track Walk, Wave the Flag for Qualifying, Take a Ride-Along And Honor Servicemen and CONCORD, N.C. -- Only five days remain until the 52nd running of the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Here are several Coca-Cola 600 news items that will help race fans coming to the event this Sunday, May 29, get the most out of their race experience.More than 5,600 Tickets Purchased for Troops Through Let the Troops Race ProgramFor the second consecutive year, fans and companies responded with strong support for Charlotte Motor Speedway's invitation to honor American troops by donating more than 5,600 tickets as part of the Let the Troops

The Art Of Diecast Collecting

The Art of Diecast CollectingSearchThere are the Jay Lenos and Jerry Seinfelds of this world who own rare cars and motorcycles they house in climate controlled environments - motor museums for the rich and famous. But, most car collectors around the world opt for cars of more modest size and investment. The die cast collector crosses all social and economic boundaries - from people who buy affordable miniatures just for fun to collectors who engage in auctions where a model can fetch hundreds of dollars or more.History on Small Wheels Model cars first appeared in England and the U.S. in the early 1900s. Unlike the detailed die cast models of today,

Farnell Expands Partnership With Hammond Manufacturing By Doubling Stock Of ...

The new stock profile, which follows an extensive review of customer requirements and ordering patterns, sees Farnell double its ex-stock small enclosure Hammond product lines to 1800. This dramatic increase allows the distributor to offer the widest possible choice of small enclosures for next-day delivery to customers across Europe.Recent years have seen an increased demand for small enclosures driven by requirements for more compact designs and hand-held and portable equipment. The Hammond range helps to address this demand through a comprehensive selection of plastic, general-purpose metal and diecast and extruded aluminium designs. Protection opti

Are You Completely Lost On The Subject Of How To Love A Man?

Loneliness is all around us. Even though we find ourselves in a planet with billions of people, many of these people live alone. Others, who may live with others, still harbor extreme loneliness on a continual basis. In the case of woman, we find many searching for advice on:a) How to make a man fall in love with the real meb) How to make a man love you and you alonec) How to love a man and all that he doesd) How to love a guy when you don't know howe) How to make a man love youA man is a very different "type of animal". Many a woman has tossed and turned in her bed trying to figure that special guy out, and show him that they love him. Are gifts and p

Saturday, June 4, 2011

Hornby's Olympics Range On Track For Boom In 2012

Model maker Hornby is enjoying a boom in sales of its London 2012 Olympics merchandise. It includes its 4.99 diecast Corgi taxis and 69.99 Scalextric Velodrome. "My hope is that everyone who comes to the Games will go home with at least one of our products in their suitcase," said chief executive Frank Martin . "The Olympics range is being taken by retailers like Tesco , Sainsbury's and Bhs, which we have not previously supplied."Martin is also confident that supply issues that dogged the company at the start of last year have now been resolved but he cannot promise that the snow in December, which forced the company to issue a profits warning, will no

Friday, June 3, 2011

Collecting Diecast Model Cars

If you are just starting to collect diecast model cars you would be wise to start by checking out magazines and books about diecast collectibles. You will get an idea of what is available and what is popular in the market. Of course it does not have to be popular if you just like the model, with no thoughts of ever selling from your collection. A large number of collectors have started their collection with a diecast model of their first real car or one they always dreamed of owning. My own collection began with a model of the 1958 Chevrolet Impala, the first car I owned. My personal collection now revolves around my interest in the wonderful history o

Rolec " First Round Diecast Enclosures For Industrial / Electrical Equipment ...

Announced as the world's first standard round diecast aluminium enclosuresfor industrial electronics and electrical equipment the new ‘aluDISC' rangehas been unveiled by Rolec.The range has a ‘unique' round shape which has been designed to integrateboth visually and functionally with industrial applications where everythingis round: pipes, tanks, lamps, displays etc. Typical applications willinclude process control equipment, monitoring and detection systems, flowmetering and other industrial measuring devices.The ‘aluDISC' enclosures are rated to IP66 as standard, but can also bespecified to IP67 and IP 69K with special factory fitte

Thursday, June 2, 2011

Cars 2 Merchandise Sales Revving Up

With Disney/Pixar's Cars 2 movie scheduled to arrive in North American cinemas on June 24, sales of related licensed merchandise " bedding and t-shirts to board games and wading pools " are already picking up speed. Despite the six year gap since the first Cars hit the big screen (receiving an Academy Award nomination) in 2006, it looks like kids' appetites for the brand haven't waned a bit. Consequently, toy industry experts are predicting sales of Cars 2 merchandise to fly off retailers' shelves at land-speed records this summer. In fact, the Cars sequel is expected to produce merchandise sales that eclipse even those of 2010's hot Toy Story triquel,

Clorox Is Back With Labonte And JTG Daugherty Racing Team At Kansas Speedway

"We promoted grilling with Kingsford Charcoal Memorial Day weekend and now we are encouraging fans to use Clorox brands as we race at Kansas Speedway this weekend," Labonte said. "They are sponsoring our Toyota Camry for three of our four races in the month of June. Clorox has always been a household brand of ours and it's good to have them on board at Kansas." With 10 starts at Kansas Speedway, Labonte's best finish is 17th twice with Joe Gibbs Racing and Petty Enterprises. Four of those 10 races, he was taken out of contention by the way of accidents. Last season driving for Phoenix Racing, he was faced with a transmission problem (41st). A change of

Get Out: Golf Outing, Car Show And More

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for cool activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend. 1 . Grayslake North High School Athletic Booster Club 6th Annual Golf Outing Where/When: Renwood Golf Course , 701 E. Shorewood Rd., Round Lake Beach;11 a.m.- 8 p.m., Saturday, June 4. Why Go?: Golf, dinner and silent auction. Support the student athletes at Grayslake North High School. Pricing: $100 for golf, dinner and silent auction; $30 for dinner and silent auction only 2. Through a Child's Eyes: Healthcare Superheroes Where/When: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science , Feet First Exhibition Hall

Wednesday, June 1, 2011

Daddy Days

This month, celebrate the joys of fatherhood as you and your children meet and greet wild animals, go head-to-head in sports and virtual reality challenges or recapture the simple life with an outdoor adventure. Here in Bergen, Passaic , and Rockland counties, there's no shortage of fun ways to spend Father's Day with your kids!Take a (Father's Day) Hike. What better way to celebrate Father's Day than a leisurely outdoor hike? Leave the cell phones and video games at home and enjoy a guided walk at the beautiful Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on June 19. You'll spot tadpoles, dragonflies and water birds at Pfiste