Jantrix
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I'm finally gonna give these a try from the Revell '32 5-window. Anything I should know before trying this? I've got setting solution. I've only got one set and I really want these tires as white walls.
Thanks.
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Sent you a PM.
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12 hours ago, LL3 Model Worx said:
I'll check as soon as I get home... im pretty certain I have that kit I robbed an engine out if a couple years back.
Thanks. If I'm not mistaken it has the black car on the box.
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I might get in on this myself. There are a lot of models dating from the 60s/70s with wild custom parts that look so terribly dated now, but I've always wanted to just build one, regardless of how tacky it looks today. I've had this kit sitting on my shelf forever. Don't pencil me in yet, we'll see how my Cannonball racer comes along, but I'll give this a hard look. Looks like fun.
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Here's my pile o' parts. Ready to start.
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I'm needing a complete decal sheet from the later issue Lindberg 1937 Ford Custom Convertible decal sheet. I have stuff to trade. Shoot me a PM, please.
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On 12/23/2022 at 3:45 PM, LL3 Model Worx said:
I'll be doing this... it just screamed at me and said America! 🤣 seriously one of the most important vehicles to come out of Detroit and one of the most dangerous perhaps barring the Pinto. Such a visceral experience driving one of these.
Listen to Chris Titus' stand up bit on his Viper. Hilarious.
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Okay, I think I'm in this thing. My building time isn't great so I'm going to do one that's a Cannonballer right out of the box. Speed, reliability, handling, and style. Zero mods.
Pencil me in with a Lindberg 1937 Ford Custom Convertible.
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Rob Mattis
U.S. Coast Guard 92-01
E-5 Electronics technician
Florida Air National Guard Reservist 01-04
E-5 Flightline Avionics technician on F-15's
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Enzo,
You are the 5th moderator of this gathering of scofflaws and degenerates, since we began this CBP so many years ago, and Anthony was by-far the best of us. I'm sure you'll do fine. I look forward to the 2023 run.
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Looking good! I'll be following along.
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This one is a must for all car guys. Deuces, T's, Roadsters and Drums by Hal Blaine.
And this one is recent discovery. Bond. Four smoking hot ladies with some amazing talent behind a violin, viola, or cello.
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Some of the highlights of the original film for me was the Countach and the Ferrari.
How about a run with just exotic sports cars and concept cars?
I do like the mid-engine idea though.
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Has anyone done any printed wheels made to fit the Revell Foose FD100 tires? I'd like a wheel change without major mods. Not looking for anything in particular, just something a bit more racy.
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C'mon! Are all the original ideas taken? This remake crapola has got to stop. I'll admit, there are old movies with legendary actors, that could stand a remake. 3:10 to Yuma was one. Glenn Fords movie was a good one, but it had been largely overlooked on the list of great westerns. Then there are others that will stand the test of time on their own. When the Coen Bros. remade the Dukes, True grit, I was livid. This has got to stop. I am not happy.
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Greetings my friends. The last two years or so my modeling time has been occupied with other pursuits. I do apologize for being absentee on this CBP. I think this build off is of great interest to vintage racing fans so there's no reason it should end. I encourage everyone to continue participate far beyond the end of this year, as no doubt the actual race will continue. I will eventually get back into it, and when I do, my '51 is at the top of my list. Take care.
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2 hours ago, Can-Con said:
In all honesty, I thought he was one of the comedians that passed years ago. 🤨
I think a lot of people thought so. At the height of his popularity, he was busted for possession (pot as I recall, maybe a little nose candy). Today that's no big deal, but back then it was enough for Showtime to cut ties. His career took a nosedive as a result.
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I've always liked these. Back in the day I had a pal with a BB '73 Nova that was fairly well known locally. One evening he absolutely got smoked racing streetlight to streetlight one night, by a sleeper Gremlin. I've been wanting to build one myself.
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On 11/10/2022 at 7:21 PM, NOBLNG said:
These ‘37 Fords have a front suspension that might work. They have an independent rear also. They are 1/24 scale but the chassis seem to be good donors for 1/25 scale.
I agree. I was able to adapt the '37 Ford suspension to the Revell '48 Ford chassis, with very little difficulty. This '37 Chevy kit is a personal favorite. I've built two. It's a very nice kit and one of my favorite pre-war cars.
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That is just terrific. I love the use of the sculptor's mesh for the top insert and the grill. Very nicely done.
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11 hours ago, espo said:
Glad to see this may be back on the bench. I enjoyed watching the body mods on this.
I'll get back on this one soon.
11 hours ago, crazyjim said:Wanting to see some progress.
ME TOO! 😁
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26 minutes ago, Leo64 said:
Rob,
I did a Google search and found the following info, oddly it was on a British Car Forum website:
"AEI was a high performance shop that built, raced and maintained cars built both for street and strip. It was owned by Pete Hall and he had two mechanics that were top-notch. Pete had the contract to maintain the local police cars, so it was not unusual to be working next door and hear a dragster smoking the tires down our business street ( Aaron lane ) and everyone would stop work, come out and watch. Pete was very successful himself, and was responsible for most of the fast cars around the county."
I keep trying various searches to see if I can find a better image of the decal, but so far I haven't been able to find anything. Seems odd that the guy was responsible for so many fast cars around the country at the time, but finding a good image or any info is so hard to do.
Steve A.
If you look back at the quote, it says county, not country.
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1 minute ago, Oldcarfan27 said:
I would love to have been able to see a picture of that haul!
Do you remember any of the stuff that you got?
I remember the AMT KISS Van and the AMT Opel GT, Monogram Poison Pinto, Monogram Vega Mini-Van and the MPC flip nose '57 Chevy. I was able to get those on the shelf.
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On 10/17/2022 at 3:11 PM, Kims Kustom Garage said:
Well, this is interresting. Klaus is a friend of mine, and a very cool guy. I just love his Lady Luck, and its a cool rod to ride in 😁
Outstanding. I'm happy to hear from you. I contacted Klaus briefly through his Facebook account. He was very accommodating on information on his car. I have set this build aside while I decide on a finish for the model. I just cannot decide on a color, gloss or flat, stripe, no stripe etc. I'm not usually so wishy washy about such things, I usually have a solid plan, but this one is tough.
Welcome to the forums though.
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My son built one as a kid and had some difficulty, but he got through it. A builder of your caliber should have no issues. I've always thought it would make a slick Batmobile.