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Thought they looked familiar ?. I didn't recognize them because I couldn't see the holes. I get the coupe and the roadster mixed up. I've done about 3 of each plus the '32s a few times. Using these kits yields a whole bunch of spare parts. I have a small mess of them. I wish Revell would do a decent '34 3 window. Maybe a special edition. Sorry.....I had to get that out.

Freaking awesome, Bil ! Shakey hands be damned! Those tires are firmly in the Fifties. I love it ? ! ! ! Finish it!

Looks good to me, James. I really like those wheels. Where'd those buckets source from? They look familiar. I can't find a pair of buckets in my junk that will fit in a Model A ( that look good) but the kit seat is good for my current build. The one I'm working on now is a slightly rusted "survivor" and is actually the AMT '29 roadster body on the '32 frame from the Revell kit. It looks like you're nearly done with this one. Great work, James. I can't get enough Model A Fords.

I wish I could remember how I did it ?.....don't forget the dash?

It looks like you're gonna be okay on the grille, Bil. Is that intake manifold the 3d piece? It's awesome! Where can I get one? I made one from evergreen and it looks like ?.

You are fortunate to be devoid of scrapbooking equipment. But she did give me my first cutting mat and, for that......I'm grateful. I agree about (not)sectioning the grille. It has its applications but not on a deuce highboy, certainly. But having said that, you can't have it dragging on the pavement. I have run into this situation trying to get a low stance with a channelled body and had to section it. Or start over ?. Anyway, thank you for choosing a flathead. I'll be following.

Yup. I hear you. Gotta go with what's in the junkyard. I just finished another rendition of this kit. Did I say " I love this kit" ? ...and it's sister kit, the roadster. I hope they stay in the catalog.

The paint looks great, James, those little bottles hold some really good paint. I have used them and they always turn out well for me. Just curious about the style concept. Where are you going with this build? I often ask myself that question. I just wonder if you have a firm plan or if you go where your parts stash leads you (like I do ?)

Two things, Bil. 1) do you plan to section the grille shell or just drop it? ? 2) Is your house full of paper crafting equipment like mine is ( your cutting mat has the tell-tale sign )

Yup. I got it. I was just about to edit. I looked at the "new kits" thread. I knew about that and ....well....senior moment. Thanks Bil. The windshield is a big plus. I'm thinking "early lakes highboy" survivor with a smattering of rust and a flattie with two 97s on top. Oh no, I've said too much.....the excitement builds ?

There's a new '32 coming? Please elaborate ? !

BIL! QUIT HOGGING THE '32 KITS! ? deuces are the best, though, huh? I'm eager to see what you build. Get busy!

Thanks for spreading the word, Charles. I'm pleased that my tip is appreciated and continues to help those of us with less-than-ideal dexterity ?

Bob, that black paint job looks super. All it needs now is FLAMES!......?

I can't bring myself to do it, Bil, but I'm working on it ?

Don't do it , Bil. You won't like it. Trust me. ?

The thing is, I don't really care if I need to do extra work to get where I want to go with this; I have everything I need to do it. There are plenty of model builders out there that do not have the things needed to make some of these kits an accurate model of the subject stated on the box. I regularly cut, fill, scratch build, and research stuff like many of us on this forum. I think it's not fair for the kit maker to not be honest about what they are selling. Just putting a "4" on the box doesn't tell the whole story.

My guess is the posts were solid in some previous release but to save a few grams of styrene they modified the tub so the posts were hollow, so now I gotta cut the posts off, fill the void with styrene and bondo the seams. Piece of cake. Easy peasy. Maybe I'll just use the roll bar. ?.

God, grant me the serenity.....

Maybe the box should also display a disclaimer that states "The model kit described herein is not necessarily what you are getting. You will need a Dremel rotary tool and a supply of Evergreen styrene shapes. You will need to use your research skills in order to find and correct the inaccuracies the manufacturer has included in this kit."

It's going to take more than that, Brian. Gotta fill the void, too. And then cover the top well. It's easy stuff but it's not a Boss 302 as claimed. I don't mind doing the mods but c'mon, man ?

That's somewhat valid due to the "4" on the box but knowing the plan to squeeze subsequent versions for decades of a 1:1 car that was available in many manifestations, wouldn't it be appropriate to tool up two tubs or the parts to add to a "base" tub? Think about it. I guess the thinking was to put a skill level 4 on the box and let the guys with Dremels worry about authenticity, right? Some stupid kid won't know the difference anyway.

I'm done with buying these roadsters but I still have one kit left to build. If the frame isn't too badly warped, one way to make-do is to eliminate the top rail and replace the provided "glass" with some clear acetate and....VOILA! Chopped! Just touch up the top of the posts with Molotow.

Thank you everyone! I plan on building this kit OOB. Revell should really provide a correct tub for this version, shouldn't they? Removing the roll bar artifacts and covering the top well seems a bit much to build a correct rendition of the Boss 302. Coincidentally, I get e-mails daily from Hemmings and yesterday there was an in- depth article on the Boss 302. Some really good info. https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2022/07/08/1969-70-ford-mustang-boss-302-buyers-guide

My experience with "flock" told me to never do it in the house(again). Then I learned that the only way to be rid of the residual fibers was YOU CAN'T! They get all over everything. Tiny, little hair-like creatures clinging to the whole interior tub. An unmitigated horror. Nope, never again. I am in possession of all sorts of embossing powder (well, Wifey has most of it for her card-making endeavors) that I thought I would add to a clear-coat for a little sparkle but never did. Lost my nerve. It's amazing stuff but I still haven't found a legitimate use in car model building. I think it may be useful to add texture to an interior floor but the method needs to be experimented more. I've seen Wifey use it to great success but she has all the stuff to use it properly. I will quiz her on it when she awakens . Maybe she can help us ?. More on this later.