StevenGuthmiller

In full disclosure, I have to confess that my disdain for this Super Fly “thing” stems from the fact that I own a 1:1 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix, and to see it disrespected in this fashion is a bit more than my sensibilities can withstand. It is a beautiful and unique design, and to see it transformed from an elegant and innovative “muscle car” into this ridiculous caricature makes me more than a little bit nauseous. No doubt that a bug eyed, grotesque version of a ‘70 Mustang or ‘67 Corvette would likewise rub the lovers of those cars the wrong way as well. Steve

I still wouldn’t buy it, but I can understand why people would. The pimp mobile on the other hand?.......yeah, no. ? Steve

Good lord! I rest my case. ? Steve

I suppose whatever floats people’s boats, but if this is the kit, I’ll save my money and buy some cool stuff from Fireball Modelworks, M.A.D. and MCW. ? Steve

Yes. One just as grotesque as the other. ? Steve

I suppose, but then again, there’s not much point to the whole thread. All just speculation and an opportunity to express our individual wish lists, whatever value there is to that. Seams to me that the only real value of a thread based entirely on fantasy is that it might elicit some thoughts and opinions, and my opinion is that any “one trick pony” is quite possibly destined for failure. I doubt that I’m the only one that doesn’t have any interest in a kit that doesn’t offer any build options. It might be of some interest to Round-2 to know if their new venture is going to be a bomb or not, so a few opinions might be of some value. But then again, what do I know. ? I’ll be the first to admit that whenever I see one of the Foose Cadillacs on a contest table or on a forum or group, I don’t even give it a second look, but my assumption is that Revell sold quite a few of them. Steve

I have to say, that if it was the “Super Fly” Grand Prix, what a huge disappointment that would be!!!! To bring back that abomination and not the stock ‘72 Grand Prix would be a real kick in the head! It’s for that reason that I have strong doubts about that possibility. Steve

The swap should go well. I used the MPC, (AMT) ‘69 chassis and most of the engine under the Johan ‘68 with almost no issues at all. I’m not 100% sure of the engine colors in ‘70, but in ‘68, the 350 was gold, and the 400 was bronze. The same goes for ‘69 with the addition of the 455, which was red. Steve

That’s pretty much it. ? Steve

Fortunately, we as modelers have many different tools and materials at our disposal, and this is just one. Give it a try some time. It may be for you, it may not. Steve

I use Micro-Mesh pads and Novus polish, with a little Turtle Wax "Scratch and Swirl Remover" at the end. I know that a lot of builders look for ways to apply paint to avoid any polishing, which is just great. But my opinion is that even a shiny paint job can benefit from some polishing. To my eye, raw paint can often have a "hard candy" appearance that can sometimes make a model look like a model instead of something closer to the real thing. After all, the absolute best automotive painters still "cut and polish" their projects before they go out the door. As far as I know, yellowing isn't a problem with Duplicolor clear. I have several models in white that are at least 8 to 10 years old, and there is no signs of yellowing. Steve

Well, It's not air brushable, (unless you want to decant it) and it's only usable over lacquer, but I use nothing but Duplicolor "Clear Protective Top Coat". I love the stuff because it sprays on so nicely, with great control with the fan spray nozzle, and goes on so thin that multiple coats are possible, which allows for polishing depth without hiding detail, and it dries to a very tough, durable finish. It's not initially as glossy as some other clear coats, but it polishes out to a very smooth, shiny and realistic looking finish. I routinely use as many as 5 coats of the stuff, right out of the spray can, without any detail hide. Steve

I know what I'll build, and what I won't, so I won't pretend that I'll be excited about something that doesn't interest me. I know I won't buy it, unless it's something that has enough stock parts that it can be built stock with the addition of parts from other kits, such as chassis and engine, and enough of an interior that it can be kit bashed and scratch built back to stock. And even then, it would have to be a subject that excites me. A custom Vette won't cut it for me. At this point in my modeling career, I have more than enough stuff in my stash that'll just sit there until I decide to get rid of it. Steve

Agree completely. As soon as I heard that there was no factory stock option, I was out, regardless of what it is. Steve

Thanks Wayne. Don’t worry, I have plenty of mojo. Just not enough time! ? Steve

They look a little like ‘64 Pontiac Grand Prix lenses, but they seem a little too short. Steve

Not only that, but it’s just the enjoyment of doing it, and the knowledge that when it’s done, you’ll have something completely unique that no one else has. Steve

I believe it was in an area called "The Patriarchs"? Valley of the Gods is a different "National Monument" further south by the town of Mexican Hat. Arches NP is just north of Moab, and just south of I-70. Steve

I think the ‘62 Ford would do quite well if it were to come back. Steve

There could be a couple of possibilities there, depending on what remains of the original toolings.......if anything. I have a hunch that some of the tooling remains for some of the old annuals that were later re-issued in the "Flower Power" series. At least that should be proof that the molds weren't destroyed to produce the subsequent year's models. There was also another series, (don't know what they called it), that included such models as the '62 Ford Galaxie. Steve

Thanks everyone. Haven't been able to spend much time at the bench lately, but I've been working on finishing up the other bucket seat, and started fabricating some arm rests and pads. I hope to get the majority of the interior pieces done soon so that I can get them primed to see what I really have. Steve

If you're referring to my Hemi Under Glass post a few pages back Jeff, I was talking about the '66 Barracuda kit. In that case, the body was altered for the Hemi Under Glass version, so in order to go back to stock, a new body would be required. By the way, the '71 Duster chassis is already ear marked to go under my '66 Barracuda. Steve

Arches National Park in Utah. Steve

Happy to help. Steve

Well, I suppose he could contact Scale Finishes and ask them. It’s their primer after all. Steve