Message Index

• Going through some old photos came across these at the end of a roll (remember film) from April 1990 when I swung by Budd Anderson's apartment in Huntington Beach. A bit of nostalgia. *PIC*
• Anyone pick up the WMCC Tandem Axle Auto Race Car Trailer? How does it compare with the Revell race car trailer? *NM*
  • Full build up on Youtube.... *NM* *PIC*
    • I did see that. I was just wondering if anyone compared it with the Revell trailer. *NM*
    • Those Mopars look nice. Is that the FnF Monte Carlo lurking behind them? *NM*
      • That is a image URL that will not go away!!! Thanks and yes FnF Montte *NM*
        • Have you tried restarting your computer? *NM*
          • It's been stuck in there for over a year!! I could fix by dumping ALL cookies but to not want to loose that. Thx *NM*
  • I have both but have NOT done any comparison as of yet. *NM*
• Rich, here are photos of the resin bed cap I have. More crude than I remember. You also have mail!
  • Yep, that's the cover alright. Too bad such a "rough copy". I have one of the originals. Should have two but can't seem to locate the second. Thanks for going to the trouble and posting the photos. *NM*
    • You're very welcome. *NM*
• Just finished the AMT 1/43 Ford Coupe...
  • Close to Washington Blue...miss the Model Master paints... *NM*
  • Nice job, especially for such a small scale. *NM*
  • Nice to see an AMT 1/43 built *NM*
  • I always had trouble with their axle mounting sytem (pins broke on several of my examples) but I always thought that was a neat series of kits. *NM*
• I have applied it over multiple colors of bare plastic and it just works. I didn't hold any side by side, but don't see any difference in shine in the case. *NM*
• I hope Round2 can find the tooling and dust it off and gives some of those old Funny Car kits....... *PIC*
  • I LIKE IT!!! *NM*
  • I don't know what more R2 may have, but Atlantis looks to have some more drag stuff in thier future. *NM*
    • I saw that, the M/T Funny car in 1/16th scale and it appears they may have the 80's era Firebird (Prudhomme/Pulde) and the Bud King Tempo tool in 1/25th from the picture I saw. *NM*
    • I saw that, the M/T Funny car in 1/16th scale and it appears they may have the 80's era Firebird and the Bud King Tempo tool in 1/25th scaleing from the picture I saw. *NM*
      • Sorry for the double post, and of course the old Monogram stuff is 1/24th , not 1/25th *NM*
  • I'd like to see all the Polar Lights funny cars reissued, built the Gas Ronda Mustang, the Mr Norms Dodge Charger & 1/2 done the Stardust 'Cuda....there were only those 3 body shells done wer'nt there? *NM*
• Kinda OT--did a little cruisin' today. *PIC*
  • Beautiful day too!! *NM*
  • Took the top down this morning on the CLK and cruised for about an 1 hour. Beautiful day here as well. *NM*
    • Actually took it down for the winter wash before I put it away. *NM*
  • Man, that wagon really trips my trigger. 😁 *NM*
  • Ever thought of immortalizing the wagon in 1:25 scale? *NM*
    • Like this, maybe? *PIC*
• Thanks guys for the congratulatory comments, encouragement and pats on the back about my quitting smoking. You guys are great. *NM*
  • Scott I'm so glad for you... Years ago my friend Dave quit and saved his money after a year he had enough monies to take a trip to Europe along with a little regular monies to spend a few months there. Dating myself this was around mid-70's *NM*
  • Smoking can cause a lot of health problems. It also makes everthing smell of smoke in the house. I bought an opened kit once that smelled like smoke. Congrats on quitting Scott! *NM*
• The real thing on google street view *NM* *LINK*
• I like to make a long weekend out of a trip, so this year we are looking at stopping at the Smithsonian for a few days on the way to NJ...
  • We drove out to DC back in 2015 and spent a couple days at the Smithsonian. If you have the time, go to Udvar-Hazy *NM*
• Dodge Dart Max Wedge 3-speed reference pics from BaT *LINK*
• One of the best yet least known drag racing kits ever produced.... *LINK* *PIC*
  • Looks great Tim!! *NM*
  • Thanks for the building tips. *NM*
  • Nice Buildup, Tim!
  • I agree 100% with your assessment of this kit, Tim.... I have fond memories of building, one of the originals, as a teen, way back in the. Think that I still have the body in what remains of my parts stash. *PIC*
  • Great look at a kit taken for granted... Everything said here is dead on. Funny this kit is so useful for plenty of other ideas, I bet I've built 25 of these only having built box art type cars once each the rest were used with other bodies. Great work TB. *NM*
  • Great review Tim, BTW the 2004 Bantam Blast & I expect the new kit also includes the Hilborn 4pot & scoop as well as the Enderle hat plus both WW Borsch large wing & the BB small wing...haven't seen the new issue here in Oz yet but I need one to sit a Topolino body onto..lol *NM*
    • Andy, the extra engine parts are in there, but not the WWB airfoil....best....TBfiriss *NM*
  • Great review Tim! I picked up this kit from our host last week. *NM*
  • Great info. Thanks Tim. Although I have two unbuilt 2004 issues, I'll have to get this one now. *NM*
  • I built one of those Bantam Blast kits right after it's 2004 re-issue....... *PIC*
    • Gorgeous! *NM*
    • CD.....nice work, I like the red VHT zoomies, think I'll get stuck into my kit now...lol. *NM*
      • the inspiration came from a Bob McClurg photo of the Leland Kolb front engine dragster, they were they were glowing red hot in the photo. *NM*
        • Interesting that you mentioned Leland Kolb, he toured Oz with his late 60's FED which I think ended up being bought by an Oz racer. *NM*
• Okay, so the packing is finally getting to me - vintage part mooch inside
  • Oh man done that.... Just after I retired in the first 6 years I moved 5 times... so image moving 500 built-ups plus the unbuilt. Good part about moving my unbuilt is that I cut down my boxes to 2 1/4 for sake of room and stacking. Man I feel for you. *NM*
  • There is a POSSIBILITY that I might have one...BUT...I won't know for sure for awhile. It is NOT mint however. I know that. Send me an email so I have it to remind me to look!. *NM*
• Mini Brainstorm: How would the Lindberg / Ex PSM "71 Mustang" work as a parts donor for the upcoming Mach Won body?
  • I'd just use the current MPC/AMT '69 kit for parts. As you know, Bob, I have some recent experience with the AMT '70. ;-) *NM*
    • Strikes me a touch undersized... Guess we will see when the kit is out. *NM*
      • That's what everyone says but , , , ,
• I go to lots of shows while I still can. Big part of the hobby for me - your results may vary! *NM*
  • This year I’ve done seven shows between the UP and northern Illinois. I’ve also gotten more involved in the Milwaukee club and have gone to quite a few of their meetings as well as nearly all of our club’s meetings and a couple of our neighboring club’s meetings.
• Well, I thought about it. After I got home from work, I started to clean up my work bench like I do after I finish a build and I was getting new clean water for my bowl that is always on my bench and decided to get warm water and put some decals on the modified. PICs
  • Much better. *NM*
    • Agreed! *NM*
  • Definitely makes it pop as compared to the straight black from your earlier post.... Nicely done! *NM*
    • Thanks! *NM*
  • Brings it to life. Nice! *NM*
    • It really does! *NM*
  • Much better! Looks more ready for business. Sponsors are happier too. *NM*
    • Gotta keep those sponsors happy! *NM*
  • Yes, that really helps break up the Black! Looks great. *NM*
• Would anyone have a copy of Car Craft July 1974? *PIC*
  • I'd buy BOTH of those cars for those prices nowadays! *NM*
  • I have just about every Car Craft from April 61 along with many earlier ones . . .
    • Thanks, Gary, I appreciate it! *NM*
• On the bench.......model, not auto but related....... *PIC*
  • Other end upright.......... *NM* *PIC*
    • Nice start *NM*
  • Nice work so far. Has a very realistic metal sheen to it. *NM*
  • Cool, Dave. Good modeling/scratching is always worth seeing, auto or not. *NM*
  • I do not know if you're working from pics of an existing facility or how much more building you plan on, but I am guessing OSHA and/or the workers union would require handrails on both sides of the staircase and depending on its upper level platform usage perhaps there, too? *NM*
    • It is a facility built in early 1950's.........
• I have gone to model contest in or around Indianapolis abourt 5½ hours away, but I also have family in the Indianapolis area. *NM*
• Got this message when I went to view a video on You Tube . It looks like you may be using an ad blocker. Video playback is blocked unless YouTube is allowlisted or the ad blocker is disabled. Where do I disable my Ad Blocker? *NM*
  • Depends on your Adblocker. I use Ad Blocker Plus in Chrome...
• Update on the Missing Link Bronco (the Bronco II) *PIX*
  • Very ambitious project ! It's looking good. ! *NM*
• Finished, yes finished, never want to think about it again. The most frustrating build I have done in years. I don't know if it was the kit or my inability to build a good model but I am so glad it is done. PICs
  • Looks great to me. I've read your type of experience on this model and others that say they really enjoyed it. Afraid to start one. *NM*
    • I think my biggest problem is I am too impatience and I don't test fit as much as I should. If you do build one, make sure the chassis is aliegned correctly. That was my downfall. *NM*
  • Terry,I struggled through one myself.It's not you or me,it's the kit. *NM*
  • Looks great Terry, I know it's a finicky kit with tight tolerances but us short trackers have needed this type of race car a long time! *NM*
    • You are so right! I was ecstatic when I heard about it. As much as I hate it now, I will probably do another one very soon. *NM*
  • Aside from the 50 or so sponsorship decals, looks fine. Nice work. *NM*
    • Thanks, check up the board. I went back and did some decals. *NM*
  • I hear ya loud & clear, Terry. Got shelves full of frustration... *NM*
    • I try to sell off my frustrating kits and builds. Out of sight kinda thing. *NM*
  • Looks good. Tamiya kits can be like that, and the Accurate Miniatures Corvette was like that when I built one ----
    • I've never had an issue with the Tamiya kits I've done but most have been curbside. Now the AM kits. I finished a Corvette but never completed the McLaren. I did steal the engine out of it and put it in a 32 Ford drag car. That was cool. *NM*
• I've seen lights added to models, and it's tough to get the look right. Brightness, color temperature, etc. can be tricky to look "scale". *NM*
  • I was building an old camaro body - aptly named EL Diablo ..... LOL *PIC*
• RIP Boomer 😢 just seen he passed so sad news *NM*
  • A few of us board regulars went to the visitation before his memorial service... In talking with his family, they mentioned how much he enjoyed this board. *NM*
  • I enjoyed Boomers posts even more the older I got! He always reminded me as being like the gentleman that was part of the old John Boy and Billy show on radio! I can't remember his name on the show but he said he was an old grumpy carmungen but he had a caring side really! *NM*
  • Very sorry to hear that, RIP Boomer *NM*
• Going by their types voices I thought they were much taller.............lol. *NM*
• The best rattle can satin black paint is......???? *NM*
  • I like Dupli-color semi gloss LAQUER. Maybe a tick to glossy for you but I use it for that. *NM*
  • I am a big fan of Tamiya TS6, Matt and TS29 Semi, depending on how much sheen you are after *NM*
  • I agree with both Dave and Len. I use them both. *NM*
  • I also use Tamiya--good stuff. Vallejo & Gunze offer an even better option. They're thinner--don't hide detail, lay down beautifully in thin coats--1 or 2 passes. *NM*
  • Late to the show, but both Krylon Satin Black and Rustoleum Canyon Black both do well, Rustoleum's more of a sheen than the Krylon--great for chassis, engine compartments, and vinyl *NM*
• Miscellaneous Mopar Madness *PICS*
  • Thanks Bill!! *NM*
  • Had a Volare' Road Runner w/T-Tops as a company car in the same color. Memories *NM*
  • That Dodge Power Wagon brought back memories...my older brother had one, I drove it several times...loved it! *NM*
  • I want that Dodge pickup - wow *NM*
• O/T.........today is my 2 year anniversary from when I quit smoking. I smoked for 41 years and loved every minute of it. I still have dreams that I'm still smoking. Health reasons made me quit. I'm saving a TON of money !! *NM*
  • Good for you! *NM*
  • I quit a 2 pack a day habit in 1969... Imagine how much money I've saved.... NOT ONE RED CENT...It all went on model car kits, tools, more tools, magazines, books, more tools, hot rods, did I mention tools??? LOL *NM*
    • Think of it as saved from one unhealthy habit to spend on another more fun habit! ;^) *NM*
      • That too of course.... *NM*
  • Good for You Scott. I'm proud of you. Hang tough and don't give in. *NM*
  • Re: Great hang in there *NM*
  • I smoked on and off thru college and early work years... then...
  • Good man Scott!! *NM*
  • Congratulations on kicking the addiction. Now we get to enjoy your great models for many years to come *NM*
  • Great for qiutting and sticking with it. I've been 40 yrs smoke free in May. *NM*
  • Way to go Scott!!! *NM*
  • More power to ya! *NM*
• Friday Evening Randomness..... ENJOY!!!! *PICS*
  • Dang It Marty! Like I don't have enough projects, .......Kool stuff, thanks for posting. *NM*
  • Thanks Marty! *NM*
  • The mid-50s Vette with the Henry J roof is well done! *NM*
    • I thought so too, though if it were mine, I would have opted to chop the top. *NM*
      • I'd've tried using the 'Vette windshield. Still a unique build. *NM*
    • That's the ultra rare 57 dip window Corvette! LOL! Cool pics Marty! *NM*
  • Anyone else think a '78-'81 Malibu would be a cool kit to play with? *NM*
    • If you haven't noticed before, I tend to really like those as well. *NM*
    • Malibu and LeMans. *PIC*
  • Nice Pics Marty! *NM*
  • Always a nice show Marty. Thanks! *NM*
  • Did that Chevy pickup survive the landing? *NM*
    • Surprisingly, yes.... Here is the full sequence... *PICS*
      • Wonder if he had to change his shorts after that. *NM*
        • Doubtful..... World Power Wheelstandimg Championships at Byron .... Things like that are pretty much the norm. *NM*
  • The ladder rig w/rear steering: City of Portland has one--fascinating to watch it "thread" narrow streets... *NM*
• The Dean Jeffries book has a lot of information on the vehicle. *PIC*
• Thanks, that's a great list. I've done a few of them and remember them to be excellent. I guess I have a lot of options. Thanks again. *NM*
• My 67 was a 4 dr and I would build one if there was a kit out there but I'm not interested in doing all the conversion work. I'd be happy with any version of a 66 or 67.. *NM*
• I'm a little mystified as to how those triangular wheel configurations would work. Where's the drive come from? 8^)) *NM*
  • There's a little bit of explanation here--not detailed, but some. Scroll down past the photo of the engine. *NM* *LINK*
  • At 1:33 in this video, there are shots of the wheel mounts rotating. It was all functional. *NM* *LINK*
• I'm told a 3D print demo was stolen from Okey at a recent show. Sad to see the state of the hobby some times... *NM*
  • The JoHan curse it would seem! Despicable if true. *NM*
  • Wouldn't that be pretty easy to replace though ,, just print another one? *NM*
• Ok Rich! *NM*
• Yep. Or at least to what degree you go to enjoy our hobby. While it would be nice to travel to a big model event, I can't justify the expense. *NM*
• Greed....simply greed. *NM*
• In 65-66 Chevy had a really cool "candy" blue color. Tamiya makes a color close to that and it would look great on that! I don't have the number unfortunately *NM*
• Any of you guys ever have one of these? *NM* *PIC*
  • I've got one...
    • Great story Mark... I never got one, never even saw one but I've since bought the book "Gas Station - How to make an old gas station diorama"... from modeljunkyard.com *PIC*
  • I had one when I was a kid, a long, long time ago. My dad worked at a Texaco truck stop, so naturally, his son had to have a Texaco station *NM*
  • Don't recall if I had that station but had other Texaco toys because my Dad had stock in Texaco so..... *NM*
  • I had a generic station, by Marx, that was similar to that. Played with it 'til it was practically nothing but dust! *NM*
  • My last grail... but doubt that one is going to surface any time soon *NM*
  • I had two of them one just like the one pictured and the other one I remember it had a curl ramp to get to the parking ramp on the second floor... HMMM maybe it was a city parking ramp, boy that one having hard time with that memory I just remember the curl. *NM*
    • The one that I had, had an elevator to bring the cars up to the parking level. It also had a ramp to roll them back down to the ground level *NM*
      • I had one of the Marx ones when I was a kid. Those are closer to Matchbox/Hot Wheels scale, this one is 1/25 which makes it a sought-after item *NM*
        • The one that I had came with several cars that were roughly 1/32 scale, though the accessories were closed to 1/25 and seemed huge compared to the vehicles. *NM*
  • Got one! Off ebay many moons ago- Shawn Carpenter did cast replacement parts for it, and I have some of those. *NM*
  • If Boomer was around, he would jump on this post and tell you all about when he was a "Texaco Man" . Always had something to add when the station or Buddy L Texaco fuel truck would show up in my Memories from the past photo's. RIP buddy. *NM*
  • Not Texaco, but one from Sears, I think it was "Allstate" brand. *NM*
• This is just an amazing build, you should be very proud of this one! *NM*
• Ha, sure! I think I do have the HHO kit too. It's been quite an Oldsmobile year for me - I've built five '64 kits, two converts, two ht's and one land speed racer.. *NM*
  • Hot Rod Mag had a very thorough story on HHO; bet you could get close enough with a decent size JoHan junkyard *NM*
    • I was reminded of this '68 Cutlass built by Hurst. Good use for that Californian kit perhaps? *NM* *LINK*
• Looking good Billy, cool conversion! Look forward to seeing it done, I really like Hotwaterhalfdozens so I'll be watching! *NM*
• Dang! That's a wild one. *NM*