2n3/4 SFPD

Hello Curt, do you remember the size of half round rod that you used? (Diameter) I'd like to try to add some trim to a project or two for the first time. Thanks

The work you've done on this is FANTASTIC! I did wonder why you didn't start with the Reliable Resins' 1961 Corvette. If you don't mind me asking; is the Reliable Resin copy hard to work? I have two of the SMP 1961 annuals, one unbuilt (good to excellent) that I was lucky enough get from Tom and Jill Carter of Hobby Heaven, back in the late 1980's (Remember when they would send out their new listings, and then trying to get through on the phone?) And the second one, is a partially built reclamation project, that I was given for free! I've always wanted to build one of these, being a fan of the TV series too, and will probably build the partially built one and use an AMT '62 for parts. SAE featured one on their cover, and the build, around the time I was watching the TV series on Nickelodeon. A little FIY on the TV series on DVD I purchased a complete set of the series back in 2003, this is before there was a studio produced set, and these were from a private seller, and although some of the episodes are poor, very poor, it was worth what I spent, because several episodes in the set were copied from the original 16mm film, and are of good quality, but more importantly, contain the original Chevrolet ads. I don't know if the factory set that has been available a few years now, have the sponsor's ads.

After watching Dr. Cranky's video on YouTube, I'm scared to use BMF.

I suppose I should do my best to answer jeffs396' question, in the case you haven't bought one. The truck is 1/25 scale, I don't have a 70's Ford p/u kit to compare it to, but I do have a resin 1/25 scale '72 Chevrolet Suburban and the doors, hood, tailgate and width are almost the same and the First Gear is even a couple of centimetres longer in overall length. If you'd like me to post some side by side pics; let me know. I believe these resin Subbys are based on the AMT '72 Cheyenne kit.

Hello Mandarin and Chuck...hey the two user names together sound like a recipe idea for Allrecipes.com. I finally found a reasonably priced First Gear '73 p/u to raid for wheel covers ($30.+) from Collectible Diecast. They are exactly what I needed! The first one of mine, is with the loose AMT part in the foreground...not flat enough for that look.

That's nice av!

Hello Charlie, thanks for the tips. I've decided on Tamiya Light Blue Pearl, after looking at quite a few pics of it online. It looks like what I want, and hoping it won't come out too glitzy. On the grill/lights; I trust your memory, but I think what I'm after is the more the Caprice look than the Impala, so I adapted the grill from an AMT '76 Caprice by splitting it and filing off a row or two of the grid in the middle and rejoining it. Im happy with it.

Hello AG, I can't file off enough off the tub to make it seat where I'd like. The tub already has a couple of paper thin shallow spots. The rear of the chassis is seating where I'd like it, after filing off the edges of the wheel wells and edges behind and around the fuel tank, but the chassis is teetering at a fulcrum at the rear of the tub. I believe I'll have to cut the chassis into a front section, just behind that cross brace and a rear section just in front of the wheel wells.

I am having a tough time getting the Revell '92-'94 Caprice chassis to fit!...TOUGH! considering cutting it into three sections.

Lookin' good there. did you use the wheels and tires provided in this kit, or aftermarket tires?

Fantastic! I only hope I can get my planned dio street/curb/sidewalk to look that good!

Yes it's that wide "moat" surrounding the roundel that puts me off on using them on my "Zebra" unit. I have two sets of resin copies of these, and I will definitely use one set on my "75-78" unmarked SFPD, but really want a little different look and feel on the '72. I might even use the covers from the 1/24 Motor Max '86 Diplomat, which are headed to the parts box.

Hello, and thank you MP. They appear a little different, I'll have to get the diecast and, or, figure something out.

Agent G., That's CLEAN! I'm choosing a very similar body color; Dupli-color Avignon Bleu. What color is that on yours? And I can't live with the provided grill/headlights on mine, way too flat, like a Persian cat's face. Trying to figure out something to do about it, and I think I have it...

Hello, just beginning a project "U129 N.Y.C. P.D." circa 1980-82

Have any of you gotten around to getting one of these? these have, what looks like the right wheel covers for my resin 1972 Ford LTD. and if the trucks are smaller than a true 1/25, they may be easier to find some proper white walls for. Project title "Operation Zebra" Dec.'73

Hey! Thank you for the links. I didn't know of Custom Squads...I've been waiting for my good friend Jeff of Policecarmodels to restock a few detail parts, so it's nice to know of other sources too. The hubs and wheels at Custom Squads appear to be superior to anything I've seen!

Here's mine, I'm still trying to get the dio built. And the figure...getting there.

Hello LRN! you've inspired me to try my hand at one of these. could you please elaborate on the Ford Van wheel covers? If I can find some; I'd like to use them on a 1972 LTD. Also. Thanks for any help. Looks great!

I want one! Where did you get the full sized hub caps/wheel covers? Looking good!

Hello AGg I'm looking for answers on the correct way to evenly trim out or enlarge tire openings. I've recently ordered a ModelHaus '85 Impala full kit with some of their T-196 tires. Carol has recommended those tires to get the desired factory stock look I want to end up with, but warned "depending on your modelling skill" to get them to fit the hubcaps and wheel backs. I've presumed that trimming will be necessary. Other than a sharp blade; and band aids what else would you recommend? I'll post pics of these sessions (and injuries) as I progress. Thanking you in advance 2n3 1/4