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The SMP will break the bank but it sure looks nice.

Yes the red/maroon is the Monogram kit. I just wanted to show the difference in the hood and scoop width compared to the diecast. I believe the white diecast and orange one in this post come from the same general manufacturer as there are similarities but there are differences (some of which are because of the difference in years). I attached a picture of the "brand" but I cannot even read it. Obviously all these are made in China so it's no surprise there are similarities. As for other years, I think the M2 and Johnny Lightning cars are the best given the price and quality and can fill in the gap for the years you want. The Revell 68 fastbacks are not bad either. I also attached a picture of a Motormax yellow Boss. The engine is a blob compared to other brands but the body looks pretty accurate.

The problem with FB is there are too many sites and too much other garbage out there. I have never seen the depth of discussion and help anywhere else but on this site even though my interests are very narrow insofar as what I build. I may only see other club members once a month but some are active on here daily.

Not sure but I have the stock version if you want to see the instructions.

I've read some reviews poinint out a lot of stange things with ths kit (like way too many parts being chrome) and some fitment issues, but the pictures prove it can be a real beauty. I have a resin distributor (non provided) and a spare tire but do not have the KA detail kits which cost almost as the model. There are aftermarket decal as well but the black sure does look good. As best I can tell you built this rather quickly - do you have a estimate of the total hours and were there any other frustrating problems or recommendation for other that have not taken on building one.

I had a hunch I had this diecast and yes I do. So a few more comments on things I noticed. The hood is way too narrow and the hood pins are too close together. Ditto for the hood scoop. I'll say again under the hood is pretty nice (decals, plug wires and oil cooler) and the interior wood trim is painted and it casually is looking better than the Revell 69 Boss 302 (no roll bar mounts either). Hmm - maybe an interior swap. Lastly, the shifter ball looks a little oversized and on my example the side markers look fine and the is also a space saver tire. So I'm going to give this a 8 out of 10.

Yes they are. For weight and there probably wasn't room either.

It looks pretty good. The reflectors may stick out a little, the side mirrors look a little droopy, and the hinges like many diecasts are oversized. I do like the wheels and tires, the battery in the trunk, and the engine looks as good or better than any kit.

Thanks JC.

There is an Autoworld 1961 set (all 50 states) for $6 buy it now on Ebay.

I was disappointed with this offering from Maisto. If you can find the various Revell ones they are far better. I guess for $10 you cannot expect or much. It might be interesting to try the Revell interior in it just to see if it fits. The wheels and tires just seem to fit too far under the fenders.

Very nice job. I cannot remember - does the kit come with a roll bar that goes to the floor? I would think the Essex Wire version would have one but I checked and it does not have one.

I've seen other model car "magazines" on Amazon. They seem to be fewer pages but without ads. Basically they have in depth articles of various builds. This price is per issue so there is no subscription. Perhaps this could work - no prepayment required. I'm not sure what the upfront costs are and if a certain number of issues have to be ordered but if it like other self publishing sites there may be no minimum quantity and I assume the printer handles the mailing. With respect to the website - it maybe self funding, i.e, the advertisers are paying for it and the content is provided by the users. As long as the moderators work for free it should be able to go on without the users funding it. Getting contributors to write professional articles for no payment would be a problem but I'm sure everyone would agree there is a wealth of knowledge on the forum and the users seem to be very willing to share everything and anything to keep the hobby going. I'm sure many on here would say they feel like they know the regulars even if they have never met them in person. Cheers

Anyone make mesh screen for the air cleaner? I think Detail master did.

You'll need to get rid of the oil filler tube that was only on the 260.

Tha is so cool. It's rare these days to see an unmolested original Mach1. I have had my 72 since 1981 and most of the some of the mods were options (wheels, stripes, spoilers) but the steering wheel, larger anti-sway bars and headers are not.

Does anyone have the December 2014 SAE issue. There's an article on his model and I am missing a few pages (maybe 31-32) of the article. UPDATE:. Do not need anymore. Thanks.

Nice tow vehicle too.

Have not counted to know for sure. Probably about 150 including all scales of which at least 50 are Mustangs. Just took a count and only to about 100. I have some work to do as the unbuilt ones must be double that.

Great job on this classic kit. I found this old article if anyone wants to take it up a notch. Kevin - did you ever find the rear window?

Yes - a lot of work in the back and that gille is very unique.

Model car Journal October 1985. Here's one you did not write.

What I would not give to see both of these done in 1/24 or 1/25 scale as kits. At over $100 each for a 1/43 diecast, that's pretty pricey but I guess they know they are the only game in town. The Milano looks a little off if you ask me but the Mach II looks pretty good.

Cobra Retrpspective (although written in 1985 that in ancient history now). We have come a long way with resin kits and a good 427 kit but I'd still like to see a nice 1/24 289 racing version in plastic and a 1/25 427 and not that Sunny thing.

That is nice to hear.