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Here's my latest, one I have been wanting to get to for a while. Its a 1962 Chevy Biscayne, built from the resin body from MCW Automotive Finishes combined with the AMT 62 Bel Air kit. I also used a bunch of parts from the current Revell 62 Impala such as the door handles, wipers, hub caps, and some detail decals. I also used a parts box 327/Powerglide powertrain, I think that originally came from the Revell 63 Impala kit. The paint is Tamiya, olive drab from their Military line and gloss black, all with a clear coat. Interior is from the Bel Air, painted Tamiya champagne, which is a close match to Chevy's fawn beige. I also used Scale Motorsports seat pattern decals. Keith Marks supplied the body decals, while Code 7 supplied the MSP decals. The police gear is mostly parts box stuff, the Federal "Junior Beacon Ray" came from a 1/32 toy or kit, but I can't remember which one.

That is looking really nice. Of course I'd be in for a resin copy if you're so inclined. And Tom G, I'd build it as a Joisey Troopah just for you!

Looking good Rich. That color suits it well. Looking forward to your progress.

You got the Make and year correct, but how about the model? Knowing that I build mostly vintage police cars should help. The engine from Revell is very nicely put together. It came from the 63 Impala low rider kit. Its simplified, but still pretty well detailed. I swapped out the generator, the distributor and coil, but otherwise its from the kit. I did add some decals for detail where needed. The Powerglide was part of the engine.

I began another build this weekend. I am swapping the kit engine for a parts box engine I had handy. OK, here's the clues...its going to be a relatively stock build, engine is a 327 with a generator. I think only 1 year car was built that way. Anyway, the engine is a Revell and the generator was added from another kit. This should be an easy one for most of us... Anyway, more on the build tomorrow...

Unreal...great build

Great job, super pair

Very nicely done. I say we need a new tool 60s Galaxie!

Cool. Very nicely done

Thanks Steve...the spotlights were in my parts box. I think they came from an early 60s AMT kit with custom options. That style roof light was pretty common in the 50s. Its nothing more that a blinking light, it was made by a few different companies, and known as a "beehive" light. It had a fresnal style lens, and until I find something more appropiate, the LED bulb will do for now. Here's where I sourced its use from, off a 53 WHP Chevy...and the link is to an actual WHP 57 Ford. http://public.fotki.com/ward17219468/state-trooper-photos/wyoming-highway-patrol/wy-ford.html

Fresh off the bench... Revell's 57 Ford Custom 2 door sedan built as a replica of a period Wyoming Highway Patrol vehicle. The rather unique paint scheme was used by WHP in the 50s. Paint is duplicated by Tamiya black and white from the can. Decals are an old set of Pursuit Plastics. The spotlights are period correct, I found many 57s online that had this strangely shaped light head. The roof beacon is actually a LED with a little BMF around the base, the underhood siren is a resin piece from the parts box. All else is box stock, right from the kit. I can't say enough about this kit, it is a really well done. It goes together very well and is highly detailed right from the box. The upcoming police version will have some nice extras, so for anyone who builds police cars, this kit is a must have.

Looking sharp...right up my alley.

Thanks Gary...to answer your questions: door panels were painted three shades of gray plus the decals. First, overall a primer of light gray, then the lower panel is a dark gray, and the top 'rail' is gunmetal to match the dash. The armrest was painted and handles BMF'ed prior to the decals. Seats are primer light gray with some dark gray trim and the decals. The dash is gunmetal with some aluminum on the center raised portions as per some Internet reference (link below) The base Custom were very plain Jane, and I tried to keep it that way. I added two spotlight handles to the dash, along with a scratchbuilt police radio and a shotgun. Link I used for reference: http://c-it.com/aminter-tbirds/315/index.htm

Randy, they are decals and they're included in the kit. They are almost a perfect fit and lay down very well. I really have not found anything bad to say about this kit so far. I will be building a bunch of them over time, especially after the police version comes out.

Here's a few in progress shots of the Revell 57 Ford Custom. I'm building it as a replica of a Wyoming Highway Patrol unit, base on some Internet reference. This kit is absolutely fantastic. I have had no issues whatsoever with the fit and engineering of the kit. It goes together extremely well. Revell has a true standout here, their recent new issues keep getting better and better. Well, enough for now...here's the pics. With any luck, it'll be done this weekend.

Looks great from here. The wide whites are different, but they work OK...like being retro in the 60s! These are great kits, can do so much with them. Your effort is inspiring.

Thanks for all the comments guys...for the interior I used vinyl paint made by SEM, but sold through auto parts suppliers. You can find most 60s colors are reproduced. And for Sixties Sam...yes, the darn wiper popped off when I opened the hood for the photo! Its back on now.

Another one off the bench... Revell's 62 Impala built box stock. Great kit, very nicely done by Revell. Paint is Duplicolor GM light blue metallic. I believe its supposed to be Mariner blue, but looks good nonetheless. Lots of Krylon clear to bring out a shine. Interior was done with shades of light blue met and dark blue using automotive vinyl paint/dye. The only issue I had was trying to accurately do the side molding spear. I painted the interior of it aluminum, then I applied BMF, but it was real tough to get the lines straight and to get the aluminum to appear the correct width. Still came out pretty good though.

Just completed this new Revell kit of the 50 Olds. I used the resin sedan body from Promolite instead of the coupe body from the kit, as the CHP used the sedan in 50. Otherwise the kit was built box stock. I added detailed spotlights on the roof as per CHP units of the period. Decals are by Fred Cady. Paint is Tamiya from the cans. This new kit by Revell is real nice. No major issues, goes together well. Now onto the new 57 Ford kit...

The 700 series is notably narrower than the 900/1000 series cab you're converting. The nose needs to be angled and narrowed to be accurate.

That's about as great as that kit can be done in fairly stock form. Superb job.

Very sharp. Great looking automobile, too.

WOW, that kit's never looked so nice.

Wow, nice job.

Really nice. Are you sure you're just a year into this hobby? Keep it up, you've got the talent.