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Your question is vague and so it is difficult to help you. Scratch building is easier than I thought so the first ingredient you need the first time around is courage and a good set of plans. Then you need to know how to cut the styrene and glue it. <br /> <br />I would start with some old MR's that have some plans in them, doesn't have to be a structure you want to build, but read the techniques that are used. You also need some basic tools, like Exacto knife and different blades, sanding block, the Chopper ll I use a lot, paint brushes for painting and for glue, a good light source and a sound table top to work on. You will spill or get glue and paint on the top of your working surface so keep that in mind. Also a self healing cutting pad is also invaluable. <br /> <br />But initially read a couple of plans to get the hang of what it is your doing, then chose a simpler structure and build it. It will probably turn out better than you thought.
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