papajohn97 Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 I love that Meng mentions that the tires in this kit don’t smell bad (???)....yeh, first thing I do when I open the box is smell those tires.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Kourouklis Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 HA! I saw that too. I mean, nobody wants a kit that stinks. Maybe they've taken it too literally? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keyser Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 At some model shows I don’t think it’s kits that smell. 🤦🏻♂️🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Kourouklis Posted April 17, 2021 Share Posted April 17, 2021 some - ? 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted April 18, 2021 Share Posted April 18, 2021 Viper Hobbies shows list as 99 but has pre sell for 79. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niteowl7710 Posted April 18, 2021 Share Posted April 18, 2021 $43.23 for May 30th release at HobbyEasy in Hong Kong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteski Posted April 19, 2021 Share Posted April 19, 2021 On 4/17/2021 at 12:05 PM, papajohn97 said: I love that Meng mentions that the tires in this kit don’t smell bad (???)....yeh, first thing I do when I open the box is smell those tires.... As long as they don't dry up and crack, or melt after few years, I don't care if they smell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fat Brian Posted April 19, 2021 Share Posted April 19, 2021 I've gotten some aftermarket tires that absolutely stink to high heaven and cheap Chineseum "rubber" that smells vaguely of gasoline forever so I do understand the comnent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Henderson Posted April 19, 2021 Share Posted April 19, 2021 (edited) Some pieces look a bit clunky, or downright WRONG, but what in the wide world of sports is happening with the brake rotors?? Edited April 19, 2021 by Ralph Henderson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tabbysdaddy Posted April 19, 2021 Share Posted April 19, 2021 I think it's due for new pads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W-409 Posted April 19, 2021 Share Posted April 19, 2021 Interesting! I might pick one up when they're available, depending on price and how the actual kit looks. So far it looks good, but it's hard to tell from those pictures as they're not actual kit parts... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Bacon Posted April 19, 2021 Share Posted April 19, 2021 If it’s engineered the same way as the 1/12th version, it’s trivial to flip the outer side of the brake disc, leaving the grooves invisible inside and a smooth surface on the outer side, as it should be... best, M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted April 20, 2021 Share Posted April 20, 2021 I will probably pick one up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Henderson Posted April 20, 2021 Share Posted April 20, 2021 Yeah, I'll pick one up too... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Henderson Posted April 20, 2021 Share Posted April 20, 2021 Now, if we could get them to do a MarkIV, AND a Daytona Coupe with the same details.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vamach1 Posted April 20, 2021 Share Posted April 20, 2021 10 hours ago, Ralph Henderson said: Now, if we could get them to do a MarkIV, AND a Daytona Coupe with the same details.... We can dream. 😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteski Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 On 4/19/2021 at 4:01 PM, Ralph Henderson said: Some pieces look a bit clunky, or downright WRONG, but what in the wide world of sports is happening with the brake rotors?? I think that the designers are using some "artisitc license" while designing these models, making them look more like toys than scale models. Too bad that they aren't more serious about the design. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Kourouklis Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 C'mon, though. We can't just let a Blazing Saddles reference go entirely unacknowledged... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfhess Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 "De camp-town lady?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill J Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 I like it, mostly. I can see replacing or remodeling the brake rotors and for sure replacing the valve covers, they are pretty far off and some knock offs from the parts box too. All said, the model looks like a must have for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exotics_Builder Posted April 21, 2021 Share Posted April 21, 2021 I am going to have a tough time wanting to buy another GT40 kit given my build rate and what is already in the stash. In fact, probably going to trade off a few Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Henderson Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 11 hours ago, Exotics_Builder said: I am going to have a tough time wanting to buy another GT40 kit given my build rate and what is already in the stash. In fact, probably going to trade off a few yeah, looks like my closet... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Henderson Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 23 hours ago, Chuck Kourouklis said: C'mon, though. We can't just let a Blazing Saddles reference go entirely unacknowledged... Thank you, I'll be here all week,,, Try the veal and Tip your waitress... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Bacon Posted April 23, 2021 Share Posted April 23, 2021 On 4/21/2021 at 3:26 AM, peteski said: I think that the designers are using some "artisitc license" while designing these models, making them look more like toys than scale models. Too bad that they aren't more serious about the design. Toys.... yup: Not serious, clearly .... There's no glue and no filler in this model, just a few paint effects. The engineering and design quality is extraordinary. There are a few nit-picky inaccuracies in the plumbing and wiring of the engine, but do not underestimate the care the people who designed and tooled this have for the original. Meng's entire range speaks to a bunch of people with a deep interest in the hobby and a passion for their subjects, with some limits on their access to prototypes, but huge enthusiasm for new ways of building kits. Their 1/72 F-106, 1/48 P-51, 1/35 Merkavas, 1/32 Fokker Dr/1 and Toon kits just demonstrate an alternative way of thinking in modern times that is the spiritual successor of the Revell and Monogram of the late 60s- early 70s. Apologies if this ain't a popular view, but it's the way I see it. best, M. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragline Posted April 24, 2021 Share Posted April 24, 2021 On point Matt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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