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My guess, is that the GMC will be a straight re-issue with New Decals.

I just turned 56 last month on May 26th. I'm Older, Fatter, Balder and Greyer than I've ever been. I'm trying to lose weight, and I've just been diagnosed with "The Beatis" (Diabetes). But, this year will be my 25th anniversary in the only marriage I've ever had. I've been in my own (not rented) house for nine years, and My Kids all have jobs and decent lives. I have 4 grandchildren and all of them are healthy. I have a job, and a new car payment, and enough cash to buy a model every month, if I want to. I've been truly Blessed in every way. Yes, my knees and hips are painful, and getting worse. I have severe OA (Osteoarthritis) in both shoulders, and have constant low-level pain. I have Eye Issues and I'm slowly going Deaf. Yet, despite these very real troubles, I'm in the best place in my life, I've ever been! I know who and what I am. I am content with what I have and what I've done (and not done). The burning questions that haunted my youth have been answered. I didn't always like the answers, but I'm okay with that too. Is my life the best it could be? No, it isn't But, it is the best life I have right now, and I'm no longer restless and unfulfilled. I like myself and love my family. I have more toys than I can use, and more Blessings than I can count. It is a comfort not to be always trying to "Find Out, Who I Am" and just be myself, as I am now.

Thanks, Chris. I'll get it ordered now.

Model Roundup does post links to Chris's Videos. I go straight to his youtube channel though.

Oh Great! I'll be ordering it next month. I cannot wait to see the Video.

So, Chris, have you gotten this kit yet?

Yeah, I goofed. It is Dieselpunk. And despite the almost 3 figure Tag, I want one. The wheels and tires do not fit the 'look' of the car at all. But, it is a great looking racer.

I broke down and bought one of these tractors last Friday. Neat looking kit. The detail is phenomenal.

https://www.die-leitplanke.de/herzlich-willkommen/bausatz-neuheiten/diesel-kits-sockelshop-the-wasp-steam-punk-vehicle-m-1-24/ Now this looks neat!! It looks like a Simplified, Snap Kit, but the subject matter is just amazing. A single seat Racer, with Chain Drive. I don't like the wide wheels, at first glance, but everything else, Just Wow! I'll be figuring out how to get one of these bad boys soon. Here is where the link says they may be found. I have to do more reserach to see. https://www.dersockelshop.de/

Sharp Build, Tom

Well, I know where I'm spend my Birthday Money! Thanks, Jim. What is that transmission/ X-Fer case for? Jeep or Bronco?

I just got my order last Monday. Excellent Product. Service was very fast, and Dan stayed in touch by email throughout the whole process. This was my first order. It will not be my last.

I can't help with the kit, But I have driven one of these, Clumsy but Cool! There is reason for the Suicide Knob on the steering wheel. That worm& sector steering gear takes a whole lot of muscle to move.

Looks like the Olsen Bros get some of my Money, next month.

Not to mention, that they are now Stratospherically Priced "Un-Obtainium". I've chased a few of these sets online, and they now sell for truly stupid money.

True This! I like the AMT kits, but recognize that for today's noobs they may not be a good Choice.

The Best AMT Truck kit? As Brian said, AMT Heavy Truck kits are sloppy, ill fitting Kludge. Great subject matter, but the multi-piece chassis, and vague parts fit and cab mountings, will turn off a new builder in a heartbeat. The tooling on the AMT kits is just not up to modern expectations. I'd start with either the Revell Pete and Kenworth that he mentioned, or an Italeri truck kit. The have better tooling.. Note that because of size and complexity, ALL Big Rig kits are more hassle than a car or pickup. Just the nature of the Beast, IMHO. So there is more test fitting and puzzling things out than there is on your average "Tamigawa" kit. Take it slowly, and take a break when things get tough. Put it down for a couple days, and then come back to it. Many times this will help you get a better idea of how something should be solved. Hope This Helps.

Thanks, for the answer Claude. I don't think it is enough to worry about.

A street driven Petty Tribute car. How neat! Great idea.

What is the blue Roller Looking thing sticking out from the bottom, near the engine? Speedometer fixture?

Wow! Fantastic work. I too, had never seem one of these. Great Build!

I am loving the new kit. I've sourced the 8-Lug Rims/Tires from Scenes Unlimited, and now I'm going after a Resin '73 Grill. I'm starting on making my copy of Grampa's Truck. I'm pleased with how clean the parts in my kit are. Some tool cleanup was done, and it shows.

Ah, Mark, that explains a whole lot. I guess I'll just need to buy another '64 kit, as a parts donor for the '63. I am still excited by the '63 kit. I just like it's looks better.

Thanks for the helpful answers, Dave. It is nice to learn the histories of these kits. I hope the old engine can be found.

Nice, Rare Kit. Yours looks very nice. A great Survivor.