Porky Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 (edited) Just found this,,,looks like the Pete 359 in 1/16 scale will be making a come back next year,,,,WooooooHooooooo http://downloads.hobbico.com/misc/rmx/2012-rmx-first-half-new-releases.pdf Not sure if the link works,,,did for me, found it on one of the truck groups on face book,,, Edited October 20, 2011 by Porky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ntc8733 Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Man! I just bought one on Evil Bay, figures! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Porky Posted October 20, 2011 Author Share Posted October 20, 2011 Yeah, I have about 6 of them and about that many of the KW's and paid too much for all of them,,, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
69A-CAR Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I have a bunch of the KWs but I have never had the 359. Now I can try one at a better price than ebay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 (edited) Maybe the KW will follow! And on the other end of the scale spectrum, they're also reissuing the 1/32 Peterbilt 359. I wonder what Tim Ahlborn will be able to do with a 1/16 Peterbilt 359? Edited October 20, 2011 by Jim B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 I saw on another site the the MSRP is $80. That's a lot less expensive that I thought it would be, and a heck of a lot less than eBay! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lapazleo Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Would be nice if these kits had the detail 1/16 th scale would allow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuckyr Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 The kits have just been brought to our attention and already we have a bunch of complaining. I guess for some it's only natural. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBad Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 (edited) Would be nice if these kits had the detail 1/16 th scale would allow. But they don't... One thing's for sure though, if somebody get's to it, it is possible to do something pretty awesome. Imagine the detail that CAN be added! Good news for those of us who don't have any of the originals. I built this kit when it first came out 30 some years ago! And good news in general, the manufacturers are sensitive to the market... Edited October 20, 2011 by Z06Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Yes, it does appear that the manufacturers are listening. And that's a good thing. I would think that 1/16 would lend itself to detailing quite easily due to it's size. Now we'll have something to use Monkeyclaw's engines & hoods on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clayton Posted October 20, 2011 Share Posted October 20, 2011 Need to fix mine get the new one and go WILD!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZIL 111V Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 Just Great! Awesome looking kit for it's time... (photo on 1980 boxtop was stunning) Molded in yellow & black?... like in 1980!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyclaw Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 I will pay attention to release dates for the 1/16 trucks...I have to make new molds for the Budd 2 hole conversion over the winter anyway...and if I can get a couple other projects out of the way; I may do a couple more engine choices (60 series) 1st.......Wasn't much interest in the Yellow inline 6...but I will grab a stack of the re-pop kits for sure....just to have 'em............Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackinac359 Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 Probably not much. 1/16th is too big for me - no place to display them. Tim Maybe the KW will follow! And on the other end of the scale spectrum, they're also reissuing the 1/32 Peterbilt 359. I wonder what Tim Ahlborn will be able to do with a 1/16 Peterbilt 359? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txdieseldog Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 Right there with ya Tim. 1/16 is just too big for the shelving to start a collection at this point in time. If there was more to build up a collection with, maybe........but too limited at this juncture of my life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scale trucker Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 10 please...and matt when they come i will take a few yellow inlines.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eviltwincustoms Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 Right there with ya Tim. 1/16 is just too big for the shelving to start a collection at this point in time. If there was more to build up a collection with, maybe........but too limited at this juncture of my life. Everyone has different scales that fit in there homes and collections. When you get into 1/16, it isn't about having access to accessories and other parts and trailers. It is about building from scratch what you need. This is a great size to build functioning door locks, piano hinged doors, stretching the sleepers and fully customizing the interiors with Amps and such for "Show and Shine" type trucks. Even another person posted about the lack of detail, I have to agree but this is where you get creative. My plans are to build out my 1/16 truck with Scale Hubs and mounting up the wheels exactly like a scale Rig. It is just about the builder and how far you are wanting to take your skills, to take these trucks to the next level. I have to say that I have seen a lot of amazing builds in 1/25 and 1/24 scale! It just amazes me that so many of the builders really get into Rigs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Johnny Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 Probably not much. 1/16th is too big for me - no place to display them. Tim Exactly Tim! I have the Pete (no trailer) and I used an old aquarium for a case which has been broken twice and never really out on display but stored away! Not really enough room for something that size! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacobus Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 i guess you right for space i got 3 of them only 1 build 25 years ago other stil in boxes you can put 2 1:24 or 1:25 in his place and i stil buying 1:24 and 1:25 whit resin stuf need more room for this i was also offered for buildig 1:12 but have say no thank you jacobus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jekylljr Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 nice truck @ 1/16th scale no room for em tho... hope to see lots of pics if u guys do decide to build em!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lapazleo Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 It's good the manufacturers are paying attention but those kits are to big for most and poorly detailed for the money.Amt's 1/43rd scale t'n't kits are better detailed and much older. Yes there are lots of possibilties for super detail work but that's a small portion of modelers. As I recall these kits didn't sell well because of there size and lack of detail even back then. The model companies would do better putting their resources in something more practical and sellable like the Lonestar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
69A-CAR Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 Amazing amount of complaining about these!? If you don't want one or can't display it, or just don't like it, well don't buy one! As for the model companies paying attention, they are, these bring a small fortune on ebay, and they (model manufacturers) have a fairly small risk compared to tooling up for a completely new truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truckman1981 Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 I saw on another site the the MSRP is $80. That's a lot less expensive that I thought it would be, and a heck of a lot less than eBay! What was the Site you seen it for $80 i cant get the link Porky put on here to load. would like to look at it. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 (edited) The $80 was posted by a member on another board who has a contact a Hobbyco. Apparently Tower Hobby has them listed for $71.99. http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LXBUYV&P=7 Here's Porky's link again: http://downloads.hob...ew-releases.pdf Edited October 22, 2011 by Jim B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brinx Posted October 22, 2011 Share Posted October 22, 2011 I don't really have room for it, but I would get one just to see what it is like...back in the day when they were origially issued...I didn''t have the money, but now, i would try one, just for the experience as well as to let the mfg's know....we're interested and we have the $$ now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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