Could be fun to give an in-box review a try.
Joel: Believe me, I too wanted a Cuda(or a Challenger). To pricy these days though, so I went for a Mustang in stead. A '66 born with a 289, but now featuring a 302
Go to automodeler.com for the current dynamic site!
The Garage
For general automotive modeling or non-modeling topics.
For general automotive modeling or non-modeling topics.
Hosted by Jim Starkweather
What the postman brought today ....
Hwa-Rang
Joined: June 29, 2004
KitMaker: 6,760 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,182 posts
Posted: Sunday, September 01, 2019 - 11:19 PM UTC
D: I have tried the xtreme metal range before and I too am very impressed with them.
Could be fun to give an in-box review a try.
Joel: Believe me, I too wanted a Cuda(or a Challenger). To pricy these days though, so I went for a Mustang in stead. A '66 born with a 289, but now featuring a 302
Could be fun to give an in-box review a try.
Joel: Believe me, I too wanted a Cuda(or a Challenger). To pricy these days though, so I went for a Mustang in stead. A '66 born with a 289, but now featuring a 302
Merlin
Senior Editor
#017
Joined: June 11, 2003
KitMaker: 17,582 posts
Auto Modeler: 388 posts
Posted: Monday, September 02, 2019 - 06:51 AM UTC
Hi again
Wow! Some great hauls!
Last week I finally managed to get the kit I first tried to buy back in March, but it's been out of stock everywhere I've tried in the UK until now :
Would you believe it - the Lotus sold out again in my usual on-line store the same day they contacted me to say it was back in stock!
Luckily I found Hiroboy still had it, so I grabbed one quick - and added the Zero Paints set for good measure:
Needless to say, I'll post an in-box review soon.
All the best
Rowan
Wow! Some great hauls!
Last week I finally managed to get the kit I first tried to buy back in March, but it's been out of stock everywhere I've tried in the UK until now
: Would you believe it - the Lotus sold out again in my usual on-line store the same day they contacted me to say it was back in stock!
Luckily I found Hiroboy still had it, so I grabbed one quick - and added the Zero Paints set for good measure:
Needless to say, I'll post an in-box review soon.
All the best
Rowan
Joel_W
Associate Editor
Joined: December 04, 2010
KitMaker: 11,666 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,974 posts
Posted: Tuesday, September 03, 2019 - 01:48 AM UTC
Rowan,
It's always been a very popular kit that still continues to fly off the shelves. I also bought the Zero paint set several years ago when the kit 1st came out. I keep on checking those Zero bottles and there doesn't seem to be any evaporation to be concerned about.
I'm really looking forward to your build, and I'm promising myself that next year I will build both the Lotus 49 & 49B, and buy the 49C. Just to make life really interesting I'm going to be using a different paint scheme for each.
Joel
It's always been a very popular kit that still continues to fly off the shelves. I also bought the Zero paint set several years ago when the kit 1st came out. I keep on checking those Zero bottles and there doesn't seem to be any evaporation to be concerned about.
I'm really looking forward to your build, and I'm promising myself that next year I will build both the Lotus 49 & 49B, and buy the 49C. Just to make life really interesting I'm going to be using a different paint scheme for each.
Joel
Merlin
Senior Editor#017
Joined: June 11, 2003
KitMaker: 17,582 posts
Auto Modeler: 388 posts
Posted: Tuesday, September 17, 2019 - 07:35 AM UTC
Hi again
A nice surprise arrived in the post today - the surprised element being that the quoted delivery date was Oct 10th!:
All the best
Rowan
A nice surprise arrived in the post today - the surprised element being that the quoted delivery date was Oct 10th!:
All the best
Rowan
Hwa-Rang
Joined: June 29, 2004
KitMaker: 6,760 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,182 posts
Posted: Tuesday, September 17, 2019 - 05:50 PM UTC
Nice buy Rowan.
I don't have a single 40's era US car , in my stash. There's only one way to fix that
I don't have a single 40's era US car , in my stash. There's only one way to fix that
tinbanger
Joined: February 04, 2008
KitMaker: 2,507 posts
Auto Modeler: 409 posts
Posted: Friday, September 27, 2019 - 10:02 AM UTC
This order came today:-
I will build this in the near future.
Stardust was my favorite Funny car at Santa Pod in the UK.
I will build this in the near future.
Stardust was my favorite Funny car at Santa Pod in the UK.
Joel_W
Associate EditorJoined: December 04, 2010
KitMaker: 11,666 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,974 posts
Posted: Saturday, September 28, 2019 - 01:01 AM UTC
Richard,
Now that's impressive for sure. Can't wait to see how your resin build goes. What will you be using for a Donor kit?
As for the Slixx decals, I have two sheets, and they both look great. Have heard only outstanding things about Slixx, so my confidence in using them, even my very old All Sport decals isn't an issue.
Joel
Now that's impressive for sure. Can't wait to see how your resin build goes. What will you be using for a Donor kit?
As for the Slixx decals, I have two sheets, and they both look great. Have heard only outstanding things about Slixx, so my confidence in using them, even my very old All Sport decals isn't an issue.
Joel
tinbanger
Joined: February 04, 2008
KitMaker: 2,507 posts
Auto Modeler: 409 posts
Posted: Sunday, September 29, 2019 - 07:56 AM UTC
"Now that's impressive for sure. Can't wait to see how your resin build goes. What will you be using for a Donor kit?"
Hi Joel.
I have two donor kits,the "Hawaiian has the correct wheel base and the other one is "Soapay Sales" which has a shorter wheel base.
More research is required,I will dig through some photos to see which motor and frame would be the best for this build.
I would like to build the Hawaiian out of the box so I may have to pick up another one.
Still working on the duel Mustang builds and the Mini, will post photos soon.
Hi Joel.
I have two donor kits,the "Hawaiian has the correct wheel base and the other one is "Soapay Sales" which has a shorter wheel base.
More research is required,I will dig through some photos to see which motor and frame would be the best for this build.
I would like to build the Hawaiian out of the box so I may have to pick up another one.
Still working on the duel Mustang builds and the Mini, will post photos soon.
Joel_W
Associate EditorJoined: December 04, 2010
KitMaker: 11,666 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,974 posts
Posted: Sunday, September 29, 2019 - 09:45 AM UTC
Quoted Text
"Now that's impressive for sure. Can't wait to see how your resin build goes. What will you be using for a Donor kit?"
Hi Joel.
I have two donor kits,the "Hawaiian has the correct wheel base and the other one is "Soapay Sales" which has a shorter wheel base.
More research is required,I will dig through some photos to see which motor and frame would be the best for this build.
I would like to build the Hawaiian out of the box so I may have to pick up another one.
Still working on the duel Mustang builds and the Mini, will post photos soon.
Richard,
I'll be following your build very closely as I really want to see your resin body prep. like I said, I found out the hard way that resin is worlds different then injection molded plastic.
Joel
AussieReg
Associate Editor#007
Joined: June 09, 2009
KitMaker: 8,156 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,953 posts
Posted: Sunday, September 29, 2019 - 02:51 PM UTC
I've just looked back over the last couple of pages, not a Chevy to be seen since mid-August! 
This place is going down hill fast, seriously. Fords, Mopars, Lotus, Honda, Opel (oops, my fault), jars of paint, even a Fire Hydrant!
I had more faith in you lot, but I see I need to take care of business myself.
Cheers, D
This place is going down hill fast, seriously. Fords, Mopars, Lotus, Honda, Opel (oops, my fault), jars of paint, even a Fire Hydrant!
I had more faith in you lot, but I see I need to take care of business myself.
Cheers, D
Hwa-Rang
Joined: June 29, 2004
KitMaker: 6,760 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,182 posts
Posted: Sunday, September 29, 2019 - 05:16 PM UTC
D:
You've bought the lot mate, there is no more Chevy kit's out there, for the rest of us to buy.
Richard: Cool kit. Love the look of those wheels.
Quoted Text
I've just looked back over the last couple of pages, not a Chevy to be seen since mid-August!
Quoted Text
I had more faith in you lot, but I see I need to take care of business myself.
You've bought the lot mate, there is no more Chevy kit's out there, for the rest of us to buy.
Richard: Cool kit. Love the look of those wheels.
AussieReg
Associate Editor#007
Joined: June 09, 2009
KitMaker: 8,156 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,953 posts
Posted: Tuesday, October 01, 2019 - 11:31 PM UTC
Quoted Text
You've bought the lot mate, there is no more Chevy kit's out there, for the rest of us to buy.
You might be right about the Tri-5 series, I had to go either side of these years to correct the imbalance here.
Plus a ring-in that I just liked the look of
The search continues, back soon
Cheers, D
Joel_W
Associate EditorJoined: December 04, 2010
KitMaker: 11,666 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,974 posts
Posted: Wednesday, October 02, 2019 - 02:03 AM UTC
D,
Your Chevy collection is starting to become world class. Just how many AMT/MPC kits are you still looking for?
Joel
Your Chevy collection is starting to become world class. Just how many AMT/MPC kits are you still looking for?
Joel
Hwa-Rang
Joined: June 29, 2004
KitMaker: 6,760 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,182 posts
Posted: Wednesday, October 02, 2019 - 06:45 PM UTC
That's a mighty fine haul D. Certainly makes up, for the lack of Chevy's.
AussieReg
Associate Editor#007
Joined: June 09, 2009
KitMaker: 8,156 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,953 posts
Posted: Friday, October 04, 2019 - 12:40 AM UTC
Quoted Text
That's a mighty fine haul D. Certainly makes up, for the lack of Chevy's.
Well here's one more for good measure! Very happy to pick this one up, I've been chasing it for a while now.
This might replace the '57 funny car as my Race theme Group Build entry.
Cheers, D
Merlin
Senior Editor#017
Joined: June 11, 2003
KitMaker: 17,582 posts
Auto Modeler: 388 posts
Posted: Friday, October 11, 2019 - 08:03 AM UTC
Hi again
I picked up what looks like being fun during a break from work today:
All the best
Rowan
I picked up what looks like being fun during a break from work today:
All the best
Rowan
AussieReg
Associate Editor#007
Joined: June 09, 2009
KitMaker: 8,156 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,953 posts
Posted: Saturday, October 12, 2019 - 12:59 AM UTC
Nice pickup Rowan, I haven't seen that one on the shelves here yet. Those French designs are certainly unique, I don't think I could even fit through that rear door, and the rear quarter-window looks like it was added in as an afterthought.
It will be a fun build for sure, I'm looking forward to your report on the plastic!
Cheers, D
It will be a fun build for sure, I'm looking forward to your report on the plastic!
Cheers, D
Joel_W
Associate EditorJoined: December 04, 2010
KitMaker: 11,666 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,974 posts
Posted: Saturday, October 12, 2019 - 01:11 AM UTC
Rowan,
You've got a LHS that close to your work place? Now that's really impressive.
I have to admit that the Citroen 2CV is one of the weirdest looking cars I've seen. The engine hood to the body sculpting really is quite unusual. Needles to say I'm looking forward to following your build of it.
Joel
You've got a LHS that close to your work place? Now that's really impressive.
I have to admit that the Citroen 2CV is one of the weirdest looking cars I've seen. The engine hood to the body sculpting really is quite unusual. Needles to say I'm looking forward to following your build of it.
Joel
Stickframe
#362
Joined: December 01, 2013
KitMaker: 1,661 posts
Auto Modeler: 431 posts
Posted: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 - 06:52 AM UTC
Guess who these pics are for??
Sorry D, very unhappily, the postman didn't bring me either of these, but sure wish he did. I thought of you when I saw each!
I couldn't think of a better place to post these. The first, I saw walking to the bus for home after work, the second is an image I copied from an industrial design website, Core77.
How about this??? two big four barrel carbs and a ram air...not bad - it says 396 SS on the body, but, I've learned those emblems can be purchased with or without a big block - for now, I'm hoping it has the BB Chevy. How about that clear coat?? I'm not sure if the convertible is authentic? Maybe one of you bowtie experts will know.
And then, if you prefer something more subtle, yet clearly convincing:
Of the two, I might go more out of my way to try and build the Camaro - You guys better with paint than me are probably more well suited for the convertible than me, lol....
Happy model building
Nick
Sorry D, very unhappily, the postman didn't bring me either of these, but sure wish he did. I thought of you when I saw each!
I couldn't think of a better place to post these. The first, I saw walking to the bus for home after work, the second is an image I copied from an industrial design website, Core77.
How about this??? two big four barrel carbs and a ram air...not bad - it says 396 SS on the body, but, I've learned those emblems can be purchased with or without a big block - for now, I'm hoping it has the BB Chevy. How about that clear coat?? I'm not sure if the convertible is authentic? Maybe one of you bowtie experts will know.
And then, if you prefer something more subtle, yet clearly convincing:
Of the two, I might go more out of my way to try and build the Camaro - You guys better with paint than me are probably more well suited for the convertible than me, lol....
Happy model building
Nick
Joel_W
Associate EditorJoined: December 04, 2010
KitMaker: 11,666 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,974 posts
Posted: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 - 08:31 AM UTC
Nick,
It's hard to believe that the convertible 396 is a daily driver. Without some form of air cleaner the rings will soon be shot and there goes the compression. Just ask me how I know
Joel
It's hard to believe that the convertible 396 is a daily driver. Without some form of air cleaner the rings will soon be shot and there goes the compression. Just ask me how I know
Joel
AussieReg
Associate Editor#007
Joined: June 09, 2009
KitMaker: 8,156 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,953 posts
Posted: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 - 11:56 AM UTC
Nick, I'm a little concerned that you are thinking of me while you are walking the streets 
, but I really appreciate you dropping the images in here. Good inspiration shots are always welcome!
That 66 Chevelle is a smooth looking ride, and the paint job is stunning! I love the old tram in the background as well, we still have a few of these running around here in Melbourne!
The 69 Camaro is just a mean looking unit all round, I love it! It is pretty much the version I want to build with this kit -
Pure coincidence, I was at my local hardware big box store a couple of days back and found this gem sitting in the car park, another 1969 Bowtie diamond!
Cheers, D
, but I really appreciate you dropping the images in here. Good inspiration shots are always welcome!That 66 Chevelle is a smooth looking ride, and the paint job is stunning! I love the old tram in the background as well, we still have a few of these running around here in Melbourne!
The 69 Camaro is just a mean looking unit all round, I love it! It is pretty much the version I want to build with this kit -
Pure coincidence, I was at my local hardware big box store a couple of days back and found this gem sitting in the car park, another 1969 Bowtie diamond!
Cheers, D
AussieReg
Associate Editor#007
Joined: June 09, 2009
KitMaker: 8,156 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,953 posts
Posted: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 - 03:52 PM UTC
The postman hasn't been for two weeks, almost. I was getting worried and sad, then all was well again
Cheers, D
Cheers, D
Hwa-Rang
Joined: June 29, 2004
KitMaker: 6,760 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,182 posts
Posted: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 - 05:14 PM UTC
Some mighty fine Chevy's there. I had actually promised myself NOT to buy another kit, for a while. I have kits everywhere and until my daughter moves out of the house, I have no more space to store the kits in. BUT I do believe I will have to rethink that and buy a few non Chevy kit's, just to get the balance right
AussieReg
Associate Editor#007
Joined: June 09, 2009
KitMaker: 8,156 posts
Auto Modeler: 2,953 posts
Posted: Wednesday, October 16, 2019 - 07:18 PM UTC
Quoted Text
BUT I do believe I will have to rethink that and buy a few non Chevy kit's, just to get the balance right
The balance is just fine, thanks very much
Merlin
Senior Editor#017
Joined: June 11, 2003
KitMaker: 17,582 posts
Auto Modeler: 388 posts
Posted: Thursday, October 17, 2019 - 08:23 AM UTC
Hi again
Another very neat package arrived from Supermart USA the other day. As with the Ford Coupe which I bought from them, this was very well priced and trans-Atlantic delivery was speedy and free!
All the best
Rowan
Another very neat package arrived from Supermart USA the other day. As with the Ford Coupe which I bought from them, this was very well priced and trans-Atlantic delivery was speedy and free!
All the best
Rowan
 |
WEB HOSTING BY
Copyright ©2021 Auto Modeler and Kitmaker Network, a subsidiary of Silver Star Enterprises
All Rights Reserved. Please read our Conditions of Use and Privacy Policy.
All Rights Reserved. Please read our Conditions of Use and Privacy Policy.