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Re Fenders: If Revell had tooled the kit with 'em, the Wails of the masses, want Fenderless would be heard on every board for the next ten years. So, Revell chose (rightly, IMHO) to make a Hot Rod kit, Fenderless. Classic in style, and looks, and using one of the most visually distinctive motors of all time, (Buick 401 Nailhead) and one of the most common motors in Rods (Chevy 350 Small Block). Cue the Low Key Wailing about Fenders and the lack thereof.... Also, I've heard some guff about the lack of a Ford Power Plant. I retain the faith that when these kits were being planned (what, about 10 years ago?), that the team doing it, had made plans to eventually use a Ford Motor of some kind. They had to be aware of how huge the impact of the 5.0 H.O. motor in the '32 kit had been. It is clear to me, that these Model A Kits were both a Business Case, and a Labor of Love. So, I am guessing that in the fullness of time, we modelers will see ALL the items that were designed into the tooling from the start. I have no clue what these features and parts will be. But Given the people involved in the creation of this tooling, and their pedigree as True Believers in both Street Rodding and Models, that the wait will be worth it. I love these kits, and as was said about the '32 kits, some 20 years ago, you can build these kits by the dozen, and never build the same car twice. These are truly "Pringles Kits" You can't just build one! I am truly glad that they have returned, and I'll be snagging a few more when I can.

Man, This makes me want some PSM kits. That Charger is so Awful, that it is good, in a way. I missed out on Palmer kits. I was born in '63, so my model building really took off about 1975 or so. By then, Palmers were not on the Radar. I do remember Lindberg (ugh), Hawk, Testors, Revell, and Airfix, but the Number one brand (at least where I was in Central California) was Monogram. Back then, the Tom Daniels kits and the great line of 1/48 scale WW2 planes, from Zero to B-17 were the Holy Grail. Revell, was a poor second place, as many of the Revell kits were flimsy, hard to build things. The Airfix Blister Pack 1/72 Planes were cool and exotic, foreign kits. Always welcomed. Even then, though, by about 1978 or so, I could tell which Airfix planes were old tools and which were newer. The WW1 Sopwith Camel was a turd, while the Avro 504K and Hanover CL Two Seater were new, and beautifully molded (for the time) kits. I found later that the Camel had been tool many, many years before the other two. When the "Crazy" dies down, I might start chasing some Palmer kits on the 'Bay.

Big Donkey Resin has a set. http://www.bigdonkeyresin.com/big_donkey_web_site_031.htm I have this set. They are nice.

Awesome Resto work. The Snake-Fu is strong on these.

Craig is right about the Bed Length, IMHO. This is a case of a little bit shorter would be better. The current overhang at the back is just awkward.

I'd like to have seen the E.T. Van made. That High Top roof would be "SO" useful for Light Commercial builds.

Thanks, Joe. Nice to put a face to a name. Get Fuzzy. I have not read that in years. I need to go and find some.

Good Luck, Charlie. Nice Find.

Joe. Fmeep the Cat?? Cool Name. George, another vote for wheels that don't roll. I live in Cali, so now I have the best reason to clue mu wheels. Thanks!

Dwayne. In regards to your last statement.. "Im scared what will happen when a major problem really hits us, not just speculation, projections and presumption. " The COVID Crisis, IS a major problem. A sickness that doubles the number of victims every three days, is the very definition of "Major Problem". I'll agree with 100% about the selfish hoarding and foolish shoppers. That will come to a stop eventually, but not until the Fear subsides. This thing is slowly building, but the rate of growth is accelerating. That is bad in all ways. I'd be prepared for the worst, and Pray for the best. Be Prudent and prepare as best you can. All that any of us can do, really. Stay Safe.

It IS A beautiful Build! I'm going to have to search for more info about these Comets. Off to Google I go.

Beautiful place, Rob!

Dennis, that is outstanding, as well. Caddy Mill is a great touch.

Rob, Nice Ride!

I hope they can fix the issue for you.

I'm in for a Black Max, when it finally appears. Other than that, the Trikes are kinda, "Meh".

The 340 is adequate, but no more than that.

Those 1950's Hot Rod prices are the last Gasp of the Original "Hot Rod Generation". They can still afford the nose-bleed prices. I would guess that the average age now for the fellow who lusts for a Cherry '55, is over 65 years. There may be a few younger fans, but they represent the tail of the bell-curve, IMHO. As the 70/80 year old OG guys pass, the number of people who want their street rod, and can AFFORD what they (or the family) are asking for the street rod, is going to shrink. I foresee a slow drift down in prices. AMBR Award winners and other foolishness, will be kept afloat by the Deep Pocket types who in habit the Top End of any hobby, but the more numerous "daily driver" rides, are eventually going to return to cheaper pricing. At last Years Hot Rod Reunion at Famoso Raceway, the Grey Beards out number the more youthful guys by about a 5 -1 ratio. And out a crowd of many hundreds, there were no more than 2 dozen or so under the age of 40 who owned anything. That is the 'tell'. Wanting one, and owning one, are very different things. I see some who want, few who own. The Fad of the Over 100K, Checkbook Hot Rod, is self-limiting.

Awesome! Great to see a 116 year old car modeled.

The Long, Long Trailer is one of my Favorite Movies! I'm glad someone else remembers it. My wife and I still Joke about "Trailer Brakes, First!!!"

What a Great Quarter-Pounder! I'll echo the comments about the Clean Assembly, and Super Smooth Finish. Excellent Build.

It was announced here in Bakersfield that Disneyland was closing doe to Corona-Chan. Not sure, why but that set off the panic here in town. We dipped into the savings last night and went out to take our chances. I don't spook easily, but I'm glad I went. TP, Soaps, Disinfectants, and of course Bottled Water (What the Everlasting, *****, is up with hoarding Bottled Water???). We went mostly because, if we didn't play the game, there would be nothing left later. It was a Mass Hysteria out there. But, we stocked up, on diapers for the Grandkids, canned goods, and a few of the rapidly vanishing Meds. (Nyquil, Seriously??). My family is set and hopefully we can avoid having to go out in the frenzy again. It was and odd, and un-settling feeling being out there jostling for stuff. On the other hand, not playing the game would mean possibly risking not being able the get what we needed later, due to the very nature of this kind of Mass Delusion. So, (this time at least) I bought into it, and joined the herd. I don't like doing that normally, as the Herd is only as smart as the dumbest member, and that is how you get hurt. But, I'll feel safer now, and I can watch over things with out feeling the need to join back in the panic. Be Prudent, but have an Idea on when to take action, and when to sit tight. This ride is only going to get stranger for the next couple months.

Stunning Build! I like colours, also.

Great Colour, Even better Wheels! Perfect Little Street Rod!

Wow! Looks Sharp in the Verde!