kelson Posted December 13, 2016 Share Posted December 13, 2016 I could see a modified reissue with the half cab included, some custom (13", yeah! ) wheels, a light bar, and a few other small changes, but I get the feeling the original stock version was meant to provide the bulk of the profits. I guess we'll see how well this original version sells/is selling (I suspect very well). Perhaps there will only be this version, and no future modified reissues. I've seen a seller on ebay offering the half cab and he's sold out of them pretty quickly!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GLMFAA1 Posted December 13, 2016 Share Posted December 13, 2016 Question on shifters: Been working on my kit and came across a step I'm a little confused with. The steering column has a shifter on it and then there is a shifter for the floor. Is the kit 'three on the tree' with a floor selector or should the clutch pedal be removed and make this an automatic with floor selector. I'm sorry that I didn't know the hubs locks were not Spicer, Hey the closet I got to 4wd was a Jeep that I was allowed to use my brothers CJ 5 http://media.fotki.com/1_p,rttwfqkfbwfbswgxwbfrddsrftbss,vi/bsfsskdbqxbsbqfkqtdxbskdqqwdg/8/3457628/13265735/P1040594-vi.jpg just test fitting items and color is Tamiya blue air brushed on, Sorry guys just can't keep light bars off my models greg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted December 13, 2016 Share Posted December 13, 2016 Question on shifters: Been working on my kit and came across a step I'm a little confused with. The steering column has a shifter on it and then there is a shifter for the floor. Is the kit 'three on the tree' with a floor selector or should the clutch pedal be removed and make this an automatic with floor selector. I'm sorry that I didn't know the hubs locks were not Spicer, Hey the closet I got to 4wd was a Jeep that I was allowed to use my brothers CJ 5 http://media.fotki.com/1_p,rttwfqkfbwfbswgxwbfrddsrftbss,vi/bsfsskdbqxbsbqfkqtdxbskdqqwdg/8/3457628/13265735/P1040594-vi.jpg just test fitting items and color is Tamiya blue air brushed on, Sorry guys just can't keep light bars off my models greg Greg, The column shifter is correct for this model as it depicts the 3 speed manual. The floor shifter you see is for the 4wd system. If the vehicle had an automatic it would have been column shifted like the manual. Nice looking model, I need to get busy on my Broncos! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk11 Posted December 16, 2016 Share Posted December 16, 2016 (edited) Shame about the size error on these wheels... but you gotta admit revell's engraving beats this other one hollow ... maybe a guy could slide the revell center into the other one. ...in fact, they are doing some fantastic engraving on accurate Ford stuff like the 9 inch diff and the engine parts; well worth using on other projects as well. Haven't yet done any measurement comparisons on the 1:1 302 I have here on a stand, but it looks like the engine builds up well. Still needs minor tweaks, though. Found this pic of a dude modelling the extremely rare side-inlet 2100 carb mike Edited December 16, 2016 by mk11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxwell48098 Posted December 16, 2016 Share Posted December 16, 2016 The shifter of the column is for the three speed transmission, while the floor shifter was for the transfer case. Four speed Broncos has two floor shifters, one for trans, one for transfer case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westbound Posted December 20, 2016 Share Posted December 20, 2016 (edited) Just signed up, have built a few models over the years, but very excited over this one. Used to own a 69 Bronco and a 73 after I got out of the service. Love to see a half cab and front and rear flares, may try to graft front fender openings onto rear (popular w/ 1:1 Broncos) but would probably build the 1st one stock. Edited December 20, 2016 by Westbound Typo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gui_tarzan Posted December 20, 2016 Share Posted December 20, 2016 I haven't seen this mentioned here, but having worked in the service department of a Ford dealer from 1965 - 1972, I can assure you that the exhaust system on all Broncos of this era was a single exhaust pipe and muffler, not the dual exhaust with "Cherry Bomb" style mufflers. Granted they rusted out within 18 months, but duals were never a factory option. The 289/302 engines were also low performance 2 bbl engines. These were very peppy with the right axle ratios intended for off-roading. Another thing is that these vehicles road like buckboards with any tire but the standard size passenger car style tread. The optional mud/snow tires were hard as a rock on pavement, something the heavier pickups of this era reduced.So I wonder if a resin single exhaust crossover pipe would be welcomed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gui_tarzan Posted December 20, 2016 Share Posted December 20, 2016 I could see a modified reissue with the half cab included, some custom (13", yeah! ) wheels, a light bar, and a few other small changes, but I get the feeling the original stock version was meant to provide the bulk of the profits. I guess we'll see how well this original version sells/is selling (I suspect very well). Perhaps there will only be this version, and no future modified reissues. I happen to know a guy that's selling the half-cab. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted December 21, 2016 Share Posted December 21, 2016 I happen to know a guy that's selling the half-cab. Care to share that information and maybe some pictures? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Smith Posted December 21, 2016 Share Posted December 21, 2016 Good REFERENCE SOURCE 1971 Bronco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gui_tarzan Posted December 21, 2016 Share Posted December 21, 2016 I didn't see anything in the rules about posting e*** links but if there is please feel free to delete this post and I'll PM the interested party(ies). Bronco half-cabs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westbound Posted December 21, 2016 Share Posted December 21, 2016 Wow ! That was fast ! Very Cool, Half cab, fender flares, and door inserts... now if the economy would pick up, maybe can enjoy building a 1/25 scale Bronco ! Currently only have a Jonny Lightening Diecast on my office shelf... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tim boyd Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Good REFERENCE SOURCE 1971 BroncoExcellent link....thanks! TIM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Dingo Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 A crossover single exhaust would be welcome, I think. As would standard mufflers, not the "Cherry Bomb" type provided. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westbound Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 So has anyone fully built their Bronco yet ? Lets see some pics ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westbound Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 Is this thread dead ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 This is the kit review section, check out the Workbench section for builds Wow ! That was fast ! Very Cool, Half cab, fender flares, and door inserts... now if the economy would pick up, maybe can enjoy building a 1/25 scale Bronco ! Currently only have a Jonny Lightening Diecast on my office shelf...I only saw a resin half cab, 2 pieces, no mention of flares or other pieces.The half cab was $16, plus $4 shipping, or basically the same price as a complete kit, because Tower Hobbies has this kit for $19.95 with free shipping. I think I will wait to see if Revell tools up a half cab or for that matter, I can probably create my own half cab for less than $20. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westbound Posted January 24, 2017 Share Posted January 24, 2017 Mike, Thanks for the reply ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonye66 Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 Tha half cab, roadster doors, shaker hood, and flares are presently on ebay right now. I couldn't wait to snag my half cab conversion. I wanted to do one since I first heard of the release of the kit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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