RancheroSteve

I looked at a couple of semi-basket case Muntz Jets up in Malibu for a friend of mine back in the 90s I think. One had the Lincoln OHV, the other a flathead. He (probably wisely) passed. I've got photos somewhere I should scan.

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Really terrific!!

Excuse my if I'm getting overly "rivet-county" - but if you're building a Ranchero, none of the available chassis are quite accurate in the gas tank area. Regular Falcons had the gas tank stick through a hole in the trunk floor, but the Ranchero's tank is suspended underneath on straps. I haven't seen a Trumpeter Ranchero, so I'm not sure if they addressed this, but I would tend to doubt it.

Last call. Not looking for anything of great value here, so let me know if you have any interest, otherwise I'll give these away locally or bin them.

I dunno - certainty the Comet chassis will work, but I'd still argue that the '67 Mustang has better detail and is more accurate.

Yes, the Justice Brothers have a close association with Frank Kurtis and his midgets: "After World War II was over, Frank Kurtis started Kurtis-Kraft and it was at this time that Zeke became his first employee. Following World War II Ed joined Zeke at Kurtis-Kraft. Both were part of a small crew that constructed a reported 500 midget cars. Zeke was also part of the team that built the legendary Novi engine powered Indy car. Because of Ed's background as an aircraft mechanic, he suggested to Zeke one day that they should add Dzus fasteners to the Kurtis midget they were working on instead of the currently used 'nut plates'. Thus resulted in the first use of Dzus fasteners on a racecar. During their time at Kurtis-Kraft, they started a racecar repair and fabrication shop they operated during their free hours of nights and weekends. It was called Justice Brothers Racecar Repair & Fabrication." https://justicebrothers.com/company/company-history/

I've got one: a photo of the Surtees Lola shortly after he parked it at the Bridgehampton Can-Am in 1966. Taken through a fence by my dad (I was standing right next to him). Looks like you're off to a good start - I'll be watching your build.

Actually, I have to correct myself a little - I think these might be the style of wheel you're looking for? Not sure if they're still available, but you can Email Norm at replmincomd@aol.com or call him M-F 9am-5pm EST at (410) 768-3648 for availability and ordering. Photo from Craig Stansfield's Fotki album: https://public.fotki.com/crstan/replican-and-miniat/replicas-and-miniat/page4.html

Two clear display cases; one with a clear base, the other with a black base. Clear one is 13 1/4" x 5 3/4" x 5 1/2" (H). Black one is 12" x 7 1/2" x 5 1/2" (H). Both are used and have some minor scratches that should buff out fairly easily if they bother you, the black one has a deeper scratch that would take a little more work - or turn it to the wall and you'll hardly see it. Condition shown in the photos below. I'd prefer to trade both to the same person, just for shipping cost and convenience, but will entertain offers if you're only after in one or the other. My interests are pretty wide ranging: competition cars of all types (road race, oval, drag), hot rods, sports and foreign cars, show cars, etc. Complete kits preferred, but will consider partial kits, parts, or rebuilders if it's something particularly interesting or unusual. Let me now what you have.

Replicas & Miniatures makes a nice set of Halibrand kidney bean wheels (P-147) that might work for you.

Ah, Wallichs Music City at Sunset & Vine in the background. Nice build!

Beautiful work overall, but especially exceptional and authentic detailing on the engine! (And this is coming from a Ford guy).

Fantastic! Another winner.

FYI, in case you didn't know - Slixx made a nice decal sheet for this car (#6711/1141). Not that I want to stop you from making your own.