Matt T. Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 I'm really interested in how they are tooling this kit. They are really thinking ahead and taking a broad swath for options, parts, platforms, etc. Very nice model kit design IMO and, most likely, worth the wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brett Barrow Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 I wonder if the trim will be separate? Ranger/XLT, Explorer, and Custom side trim and tailgate panels are all different. Apologies if this has already been addressed in the previous 29 pages, but I read the post religiously and don't remember seeing any answer.beltline molding, but no EDIT** I see the test sprues have what appear to be the Ranger/XLT beltline molding. Based on this, I would assume the appropriate tailgate panels will be included for at least the Ranger/XLT It's likely that they've only finished the complete tooling for the first kit (1971 XLT), and will go back and do new slide-mold inserts for the other trim levels later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eshaver Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 It's likely that they've only finished the complete tooling for the first kit (1971 XLT), and will go back and do new slide-mold inserts for the other trim levels later. Yer more or less correct . No , I'm NOT at liberty to say who I have inside knowledge with either ................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s1b Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Any more news on this one? Can't wait Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Art, That makes perfect sense. The way the grilles were arranged on the sprue tree in the picture, didn't look like they could be easily separated out for individual issues. But that just goes to prove I'm the amateur and you're the pro! I'm all for as many versions as Moebius wants to issues. It happens- the first Moebius Hornet I built was from a test shot- it was in the '53 box, but had the '52 grille and hood ornament (in addition to the '53 parts, obviously) as well as both the full covered wheels and the plated open steel wheels, the latter of which were not in the '53 coupe kit (but did make it into the '52 Convertible as an option). It also had two pairs of wing vents on the clear sprue for some reason. Shortly after I got the kit Dave Metzner mentioned that the '53 coupe kit would not include the aformentioned parts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Metzner Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 (edited) I've been through the test shots for the first two kits - all the notes, and photos of parts that need revision went off to the factory last Friday afternoon. Most of the revisions are details, just lots of details to look at on two trucks. I hope to hear sometheing from the factory before too long. Keep in mind that they go on about a two week break for Chinese New Year next week. Actually the 4 inch wide chrome trim for the Ranger XLT will be separate parts designed to fit over the bump - pretty much like the real truck. Dave Edited January 21, 2014 by Dave Metzner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my80malibu Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Thanks for the Update Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKerry Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 Kool kool kool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatz4u Posted January 21, 2014 Share Posted January 21, 2014 waiting for the SWB Ford p/u Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk11 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Actually the 4 inch wide chrome trim for the Ranger XLT will be separate parts designed to fit over the bump - pretty much like the real truck. Dave Glad to hear I won't have to sand it off ... mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Thanks for the update Dave, can't stand the wait but I think it will be well worth it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris Morgan Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 It will be worth the wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Van Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Well....well....worth the wait......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Great news, Dave! Thanks for dropping by to let us know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Geiger Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I can't wait. We already decided that this kit will be our next club build project! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowtieboss Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I need one but live in the Uk and it is so expensive for shipping please help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
om617 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I need one but live in the Uk and it is so expensive for shipping please help Define expensive? I live in Norway and pay between $15 and $21 shipping. I would assume it to be much less to the UK?. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted February 3, 2014 Share Posted February 3, 2014 Has anyone started checking for prices on this kit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austin T Posted February 3, 2014 Share Posted February 3, 2014 Has anyone started checking for prices on this kit? Should be around 30-35. expect some internet retailers to have it in the 25-30 zone plus shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted February 4, 2014 Share Posted February 4, 2014 Has anyone started checking for prices on this kit? A couple of sites (Tower Hobbies and Mega Hobby) show a MSRP of $35 and discounted prices of about $27-28. It will be interesting to see if they show up at Hobby Lobby...........a 40% off coupon would put their price at $28, assuming they use the MSRP of $35. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hpiguy Posted February 4, 2014 Share Posted February 4, 2014 (edited) A couple of sites (Tower Hobbies and Mega Hobby) show a MSRP of $35 and discounted prices of about $27-28. It will be interesting to see if they show up at Hobby Lobby...........a 40% off coupon would put their price at $28, assuming they use the MSRP of $35. $35 minus 40% is $21. Does Hobby Lobby by you carry any Moebius stuff? The one by me has never had any. Edited February 4, 2014 by hpiguy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted February 4, 2014 Share Posted February 4, 2014 $35 minus 40% is $21. Does Hobby Lobby by you carry any Moebius stuff? The one by me has never had any. Wow, you can tell I am getting sleepy, my math is failing me! I have seen the Hudsons in a couple and I will be near one tomorrow so I will check then. I have heard that if you can find the person responsible for the model aisle, you might be able to persuade them to order things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my80malibu Posted February 4, 2014 Share Posted February 4, 2014 The hobby lobby in near me carries Moebius.That's promising . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted February 4, 2014 Share Posted February 4, 2014 Probably be awhile before they show up at Hobby Lobby; they usually aren't early to any new-kit party. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my80malibu Posted February 4, 2014 Share Posted February 4, 2014 (edited) Probably be awhile before they show up at Hobby Lobby; they usually aren't early to any new-kit party. That's probably ok. I have plenty to start or build to keep me busy Edited February 4, 2014 by my80malibu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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