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[Steven Zimmerman]

While this kit may have its pro's and cons, I cannot BELIEVE the negativity from you fellas and you haven't even SEEN the kit yet ! I'm beginning to think that model car people are the most negative group of people on the PLANET !For my part, I just want to give kudos to REVELL for giving us a model like this, whether you want to build it 'outta da box' or you're going to buy it for parts....And LAY OFF THE HAIR !....Go to a model show / swap meet, us model car guys hain't got a THING on the rest of the world when it comes to hair styles ( or lack thereof....) 'Z'

[Longbox55]

I'm looking forward to this kit as well. Having followed the buildup of the Rat Roaster from start to finish, plus having some inside information about the build that wasn't aired (like how the exhaust is actually routed), I plan on getting one to build as the car actually is. I'm also planning to get at least 1 more to build with some of the suggestions i made on the Gearz site before the color and engine were officially announced (for those who saw the engine reveal episode, I was the nutcase that suggested a Pontiac! )

[High octane]

Naw, the party's overflowing towards the front, too. All kidding aside, I find Mr. David to be one of the most likable TV personalities of all the "car shows", regardless of his hairstyle.

I've heard that he is likable and fan friendly and yes the "rat roaster" IS a high dollar car. But when you got it, spend it as life is short.

[38 Crush]

When someone mentions so many "32 Ford kits it brings to mind a friend of mine. He actually has 109 DIFFERENT '32 Ford kits. Or at least the box art is different. Needless to say he likes '32 Fords !!!

[rmvw guy]

Stacey is one of us, what's goimg on here? I like his show and love this hot rod. I can't wait to get my hands on one and the first will be pretty much box stock and green. Lay off our brother hot rodder and model builder and his hair. ( by the way, I am BALD and I don't care.)

[Fat Brian]

I'm interested in this kit but when will they kit that Powerwagon on 49" IROCs with the 21/2 ton Rockwells and Cummins 12 valve that's always in the background? That is when I'll drop some serious dough.

[Longbox55]

I'm interested in this kit but when will they kit that Powerwagon on 49" IROCs with the 21/2 ton Rockwells and Cummins 12 valve that's always in the background? That is when I'll drop some serious dough.

Stacey's going to have to finish BUILDING it first! BTW, Sargent Rock ia gwtting completely redone. Seems Interco has come out with a 54" version of the IROK, and the suspension of Sargent rock is getting redone to accomodate them.

[Fat Brian]

Stacey's going to have to finish BUILDING it first! BTW, Sargent Rock ia gwtting completely redone. Seems Interco has come out with a 54" version of the IROK, and the suspension of Sargent rock is getting redone to accomodate them.

The difference between 54 and 66 isn't that much, can we all lobby Stacey to build a monster truck out of it?

[Longbox55]

He's trying to keep it "street legal". The 54" IROKs are the largest DOT approved tire on the market. The whole thing was really kind of a spur of the moment change. He had some of the folks from Interco on his Hot rods and Heels live radio show on Radio Free Nashville. They got talking tires, and the IROKs came up in the conversation. They mentioned that they had built a set of 54s, and they were going into production. When Sacey heard that, his responce was "54s, Hmmm. Might have to rethink Sargent Rock". Wasn't long after than, they had a segment on HD off road suspension parts, mainly for building truck lik the Sarge.
Besides, He's also got a much bigger truck in the works, but I can't say too much about it. Lets just say it's BIG, it's RED, and it's a former NAVY truck.

[Michigan Madman]

I'm gonna hold off hoping Revell will pan some of Stacey's other projects for kit subjects until it is seen how well this kit does in the marketplace. That being said... I fully expect Revell to sell a ton of these kits, and yes, put me down for a Power Wagon kit. Even if it's stock-only, I've got enough junk in the spares box and a few aftermarket resources to build it as Sgt. Rock.

I know I'm up for quite a few Rat Roasters- I can use pretty much everything from the kit besides the Chevy engine for all kinds of projects.

[MachinistMark]

Theres been a 54 inch bogger out for a couple years now, also street legal. A buddy of mineruns em on his mud truck.

[horsepower]

I know it's not out quite out yet but was I the only one to see what must be a test shot or something on Gearz this week? It isn't that far from the original '32 Highboy kit, different interior tub, moon tank out front, big ol' Rat motor w/sprint style headers,windshield frame is different,& of course the fenders, & the "up in the clouds" stance. Can't wait 'til Revell gets the real McCoy to us.

[rmvw guy]

I thought it had a mouse motor and isn't it called the Rat Roaster? Yeah I'm looking forward to it what ever it is.

Edited by rmvw guy, 12 June 2012 - 04:35 PM.

[larrygre]

Looks like a perfect candidate for the new Alclad candy colors!

[Joe Handley]

I thought it had a mouse motor and isn't it called the Rat Roaster? Yeah I'm looking forward to it what ever it is.

It is a Mouse Motor.

[Pete L.]

Fellas,

The car looks like a AA/SR to me...raise the front suspension, change the tires, add a hood and redo the headers.

[Michigan Madman]

Fellas,

The car looks like a AA/SR to me...raise the front suspension, change the tires, add a hood and redo the headers.

I'm glad somebody else came out and said that, because that is one idea I'm kicking around for it.

[Terry Sumner]

If you guys think there are a lot of 32 Ford kits you ought to get a load of just how many Messerschmitt Bf109 kits there are! Astronomical!

[dig]

I have little interest in a RR model, but I can see a ton of potential in the seats, wheels and tires, Moon style fuel tank, and motorcycle fenders alone.

I only hope there is a figure of Mr. David included, accurate right down to the Middle Ages helmet hair.

Kudos to Revell for producing a specific hot rod, and not another generic rod and/or custom. I think this kit will be a great seller for Revell, and hopefully helps them continue to build upon the success of their annual(?) model contest, too.

well stated. totally agree

[horsepower]

It is a Mouse Motor.

My mistake, like I said all I saw was about a 15-20 second view at the end of the show ( it has this much as a tag when my DVR records Raceday) & with the generic valve covers it jus' looked like a Rat.