mikemodeler
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On 6/6/2024 at 1:27 AM, mikemodeler said:
I signed up for a 2 year subscription on March 8, have yet to receive an issue. Any way to find out if the latest issue has been sent to me?
Mine finally arrived on June 7. Read it to find out why the issue was delayed and hope that it gets back to the previous schedule of every other month because I had faith that things were going well.
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Nice work. I have one of those in the works as well, got similar decals from Ray's Decals for mine.
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I signed up for a 2 year subscription on March 8, have yet to receive an issue. Any way to find out if the latest issue has been sent to me?
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I have noticed that it has been nearly 4 months since the last issue went to press and am wondering if the next issue (224) is on it's way?
I was under the impression that the magazine was back in regular production cycles and it's schedule of 6 issues per year was being met?
Any updates on when the next issue is coming?
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Harts Parts Resin has a 67 Chevelle bench seat conversion kit, that might work with some mods. Includes front and back seats.
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Burbank Hobbies has them as well as Modelroundup.
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On 5/1/2024 at 10:55 PM, Can-Con said:
I'd like to see a '67 Galaxie or a '66 Bonnie too but don't fool yourselves gentlemen, A '68 Impala is where the money's at for '60s full size cars.
The lowrider crowd alone could keep the inventory exhausted for years.
BTW, I don't need another one, I got mine.
Considering they already have a 67 Impala kit, this would be a natural for them. Make whatever changes are needed to update it and BAM!
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1 hour ago, jjsipes said:
Everybody talking about pricing on the Round2 Models but, I was just at my local Hobbytown USA and they had the new release of the Revell 57 Bel Air Sedan, Revell 64 Impala and the Bronco Half Cab priced at $50 ea! Not sure why so much but, I passed on them. I hope they were mispriced. Round2 kits were down in the low to mid $30 range.
Hobbytown USA has always had their own list price. Stevens International shows that Bronco as having a MSRP of $39.95. Most online sellers have it in the $31-$33 price range. I didn't pay $50 for my half cab Bronco and Dune Buggy kit, no way I would pay that just for the Bronco.
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16 minutes ago, niteowl7710 said:
The surprises were the Hellcat Charger and the '72 Chevellle reissue. Everything else on the table were things that were already announced in Detroit last month or other long known projects.
I think the Hellcat was a forgone conclusion once the police car was announced, I know I wasn't surprised by it's announcement. The Chevelle will be interesting to see how they produce it. There are some issues with the body proportions so hopefully they get addressed before production. Will be looking forward to it, I had bought some conversion pieces from Canuck 3D to make one, maybe now I don't have to!
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9 hours ago, stavanzer said:
I see the "Widesides" Ford Pickup , Snap Kit is a definite release now. I wonder if it will be marketed as a glue kit? And, if it will retain it's hard plastic tires. Either way, Revell joins Round2 in bringing us old Pickup kits.
I see nothing about the "Stranger Things" kits.
Unless someone who was there who saw the box art can verify, I'd bet that the Wide Sides is a straight reissue. I would hope that they improved it since it first came out 40 years ago but hard to say.
Was hoping the Blazer kit would have been here sooner but would rather wait for it to be right than rushed.
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That looks awesome and I can see those flying off the shelf when they get issued. I think/hope that at some point Moebius will use that wrecker bed in other kits either already in their line or in future releases. Awesome job on that build.
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15 hours ago, av405 said:
Do you have a link? Nothing comes up for me on FB.
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The list reads more like a wish list and not a prediction, let's see what they show off this weekend before thinking about next year.
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I have the front bumper, the grille guard and double tube roll bar from the Monster Truck, PM me to discuss.
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If you are on Facebook, there are pictures up of a mock up build, so likely a month or two away from having it on the shelf.
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If you do Facebook, check with FastTrax Hobbies. He has some resin toolboxes for pickups.
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This kit is really a poor representation of the 70's GM pickups with it's crude engine and chassis. Sure hope someone decides to do a new rendition of the squarebody trucks and gives the modeling community something long overdue.
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Not sure where in NC the OP lives, but there is a show in August in Clemmons at an older hotel. The room is packed but the host club does a great job of fitting everyone in. There are several shows in SC- Spartanburg and Simpsonville- and they both have become good sized shows because the members have found great locations. The Spartanburg show is in mid January at a Marriott Hotel and they have a ton of space. Don't know what it costs but because it is an off time of the year for events, they may get a deal on the room as a result. The Simpsonville show in May is held at a city rec center and again, it may be the timing of the event but it's a great location that accommodates a large crowd.
Don't give up trying to find an event space, I am sure you will find one. Check with your park districts to see what they have for space and when they typically have off season deals. Compare that to when other shows are being held within an 100 mile radius and plan accordingly. You might find a hotel with a large ballroom or small convention center that would host your event and offer discounts on hotel rooms for those that travel to the show. It will take a ton of promoting and the right time of the year for the show to be successful but it can be done. Keep us posted on any developments!
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18 hours ago, Can-Con said:
What's wrong with the MPC kits, Mike?
I think they have an excellent engine and suspension and very accurate bodywork. Only weak point I can think of is the interior. They didn't update the dash from the earlier trucks and the seats could be better but beside that?.
The interior as you mention is a sad representation of what it should be. It would be nice to see a long bed version of the kit.
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I have that Monster Truck kit (minus the axles and tires) here somewhere, probably have that front brush guard. I will check tonight and see if I can find it.
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2 hours ago, oldcarfan said:
I'm hoping that this kit will sell well and perhaps inspire Revell to also do a new tool or modified reissue Blazer for Sheriff Brody's Jaws Blazer.
I'd rather they pour money into a series of pickups to replace the poor offerings we have of the last of the squarebodies (81-91). If the could find the top to the Pulldozer Blazer they could create a stock 73-80 Blazer using the axles and engine from the recent reissue 76 step side pickup.
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Thanks for sharing, I love this show but unfortunately had to be out of town on a work assignment and missed it.
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Heard some talk that the 85 Blazer is getting closer to reality. There were some test shots seen and it looks beautiful. Fingers crossed, I might be ordering a case of them.
Moebius Wrecker Truck Announcement
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Wes at Wes's Model Car Corner is taking pre-orders for this truck, scheduled for July delivery. $35.50 is his price, be sure to get your orders in early, they are bound to go fast!