pack rat Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 This one looked clean enough at first glance, but sometimes when you find an old built-up like this, complete and all there, without a speck of paint on it, it's gonna be a bear to disassemble. I think about a half a tube of glue was used on this one. The kit looks OK when assembled, but it wasn't one of MPC's best efforts in terms of accuracy. The distinctive Cyclone accessory dash gauges are missing, the body scripts/badging aren't accurate, and underhood detail is lacking, not to mention the wrong engine (Boss 429). Paint is Tamiya TS-31 (close enough to Competition Orange for me), and the decals are from the Model King Cyclone stocker reissue from a few years ago. The AMT tires are the only non-original parts used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmike Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 Looks like a great rescue of a long neglected model! I think you did a great job on this Cyclone! I wish that this kit would be reissued or maybe a new tool from Revell using the Torino chassis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vamach1 Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 Yes, too bad they got the engine completely wrong for a street car. You did a fantastic job a and this will just stoke the flames that this kit needs to be reissued or remade with a CORRECT 429CJ/SCj engine and with the other details you mention. But, since the subject matter is considered too obscure to spend money new molds when old kits ce be reissued over and over and they will still sell enough to make it worthwhile, sadly we'll likely never see ths one again so if you see a glue bomb buy. The collectors prices on these are just too high. Once again, you did a beautiful job on saving it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vamach1 Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 4 minutes ago, mrmike said: Looks like a great rescue of a long neglected model! I think you did a great job on this Cyclone! I wish that this kit would be reissued or maybe a new tool from Revell using the Torino chassis. 2nd that one a new/revised tool. That's the only kit made that got the engine correct. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 Great looking model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Can-Con Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Just fabulous Mike ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelson Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Beautiful resto!,i think once upon a time Missing link resin offered a correct dash.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucky Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Super sharp! The orange color just makes this one stand out!! Well done, sir! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave branson Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 very nice like that color Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hmann68 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Beautiful resto! What a difference! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbill Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 What a beautiful save/rebuild! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charger74 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Very nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hard_2_Handle_454 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 As bad a kit as it may be; I'd still kill to have it. Nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bills72sj Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 I really like what you have done with it. I have desired one for quite some time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyW Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 That one pushes all the right buttons for me, a rescued glue bomb finished to a very high standard and beautifully photographed. Tony. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooOld Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 That's a great looking color ! Beautiful Cyclone , well done ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy124 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Great resto! Beautiful build of a cool car... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom99 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Beautiful, great save. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordf-100 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Looks fantastic! One of my favorite models and 1:1! Great tip on the decals! ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnslow Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Wow ! that turned out nice , great job on an oldie but goodie . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Terrific restoration. Love the SHINY ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehansen Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 WOW, THAT IS AN EXCEPTIONAL BUILD!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim N Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Great job! I like it a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Beautiful model and really nice photos of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LouO Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Awesome rescue! Would never have guessed it looked that bad before you started. Outstanding job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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