Exotics_Builder Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 I used the old camera as the newer one is recharging. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exotics_Builder Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 And 3 more: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qwit Pushin Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 Can't tell from the pic's, but looking at the PDF kit instruction sheet, the dash appears to be from the 2010 issue, as the radio face is the smaller face design not the larger display added in 2013. Can you confirm, Gerry? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10camaross Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 If you mean the ZL1 wheels, yes. I will take some pics and post tomorrow AM. The standard wheels for the ZL1 are the black ten spoke that are shared with the 1LE, the five spoke wheels are an extra cost upgrade. I was hoping for the ten spokes. Oh well maybe the Revell one will have them. Thanks for the pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exotics_Builder Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 (edited) Can't tell from the pic's, but looking at the PDF kit instruction sheet, the dash appears to be from the 2010 issue, as the radio face is the smaller face design not the larger display added in 2013. Can you confirm, Gerry? It has alarger display screen, but no decal provided for detail. See below for update The standard wheels for the ZL1 are the black ten spoke that are shared with the 1LE, the five spoke wheels are an extra cost upgrade. I was hoping for the ten spokes. Oh well maybe the Revell one will have them. Thanks for the pics Let's hope Revell will do one. I don't relish doing the conversion to full detail versus time on another model (like a Fujimi F12 Berlinetta sitting on the shelf). I WILL do the AMT convertible combined with the Revell detail. Edited May 28, 2013 by Exotics_Builder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exotics_Builder Posted May 28, 2013 Share Posted May 28, 2013 So I did some more research, measurements, and took close up shots of the AMT 2013 ZL1, AMT 2011 Camaro SS Convertible and Revell 2010 Camaro SS. The AMT ZL1 comes with the same radio dash wide screen as the 2011 SS Convertible. This is incorrect for a ZL1 as it comes standard with the Chevrolet MyLink with 7” diagonal screen. It looks close, but will need to be corrected by a modeler wanting to be more prototypical. AMT 2013 ZL1 From real car: AMT 2011 Camaro Convertible From real car: Revell 2010 Camaro SS From real car: In this case, the AMT kit is a little "soft" on detail versus the Revell. The convertible would be the most obvious since the dash is so visible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lownslow Posted May 29, 2013 Share Posted May 29, 2013 (edited) I bought this kit today based on this thread its nice. needs some custom wheels tho like Forgiatos Edited May 29, 2013 by Lownslow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
migace Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 I agree.... I wish they would do a GS body..... Coupe and Roadster..... Then I could build my 1:1 car..... It is one of several of my 1:1 cars that I have not been able to build.... hope they do it soon.... But with the 2014's in the pipe-ine already I really doubt it will happen.....we will no doubt see a "Show-room" replica of the 2014 by mid-summer..... One of four of my "real ones"........ That is a great GS. AMT needs to recognize it has been more popular than the standard car since it was reintroduced. A 427 car would also be a possibility Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
migace Posted June 1, 2013 Author Share Posted June 1, 2013 The pictures of the kit look great many thanks. Too bad AMT didn't replicate the stock ZL1 wheels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duntov Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 One of the things that is interesting and at the same time frustrating is that the model companies seem to completely understand how to put wheels (especially) and several other chrome parts on the tree with the connecting lugs in paces that will not damage the visible finish. (....in the SNAP style / curbside kits like this one)...... BUT they just can't seem to translate that to the much more expensive glue kits..... This has been going on for some time..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horsepower Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 How well will a LIGHT Dye work on that BLACK rubber/Vinyl though??? Very well, I worked in an auto upholstery shop years ago ( the man I worked for was the one that came up with the formulas for the SEM dyes, they started with Pactra Aero-Gloss Dope for model airplanes) anyway I have re-dyed black interior in a Mercedes to a light tan for a dealership so they could make a sale, wasn't hard at all, still looks good 20 years later. I saw the car at a local car show last week-end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horsepower Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I see people that are talking about using the Revell kit to build a full detail conversion but wouldn't it be easier to do most of the chassis work using the AMT full detail kit from the concept, they are still pretty easy to get, & cheaper than the Revell one at that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10camaross Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I see people that are talking about using the Revell kit to build a full detail conversion but wouldn't it be easier to do most of the chassis work using the AMT full detail kit from the concept, they are still pretty easy to get, & cheaper than the Revell one at that. No the amt concept kit does not replicate a production car in any way, the engine and suspension are completely different. The revell kit is the only choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freshawk Posted June 5, 2013 Share Posted June 5, 2013 why use an opening hood on a curbside , makes no sense to me , unless someone knows something i dont know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemopar70 Posted June 5, 2013 Share Posted June 5, 2013 Yesterday, i tried to swap ZL1 part with the converible parts just for fun!! I does fit perfectly, all the parts that differs from SS to ZL1 are apart from the body, even the rocker panels!! So i ended up with two complete bodies, a ZL1 convertible, and an SS hardtop without wasting a single part from the bodies!!! I like it!! Very good looking kits, even if it's curbside! And i think the tires are better than Revell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt T. Posted June 5, 2013 Share Posted June 5, 2013 Yesterday, i tried to swap ZL1 part with the converible parts just for fun!! I does fit perfectly, all the parts that differs from SS to ZL1 are apart from the body, even the rocker panels!! So i ended up with two complete bodies, a ZL1 convertible, and an SS hardtop without wasting a single part from the bodies!!! I like it!! Very good looking kits, even if it's curbside! And i think the tires are better than Revell. Thanks for this information! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinfan5 Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Here is one that I just finished up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duntov Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 That is a great GS. AMT needs to recognize it has been more popular than the standard car since it was reintroduced. A 427 car would also be a possibility Thanks!!!....The 427 and GS convertible cars would be easy to do as models as they are essentially the same body style.....with a different engine... both run the Z16 suspension.... hence the popularity of the Grand Sport.... you can get a GS for about $30 - $40K less than the 427 car and it is still a 4 second 0 to 60 car ....... the only real difference is the 378CUI - 436HP engine in the GS vs. the 427CUI motor at 505 HP..... both are rockets!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemopar70 Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 Here is one that I just finished up Wow! This is fast! Thank's for sharing, great looking model.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemopar70 Posted June 10, 2013 Share Posted June 10, 2013 I agree.... I wish they would do a GS body..... Coupe and Roadster..... Then I could build my 1:1 car..... It is one of several of my 1:1 cars that I have not been able to build.... hope they do it soon.... But with the 2014's in the pipe-ine already I really doubt it will happen.....we will no doubt see a "Show-room" replica of the 2014 by mid-summer..... One of four of my "real ones"........ I agree with both of you, i once consider swapping the rear portion of a ZR-1 to my convertible to build something like this, but i will wait a bit till AMT release a GS body!! I'm sure they will!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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