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The fact that's 1/24 would make me choose this over the other kits out there. 1/24 matches all of my other kits. Including my Revell F1 cars, and the ones I've 3d printed.

Okay, so once Tamiya applies for, and receives the permits for the propellants in the cans. and then labels the cans, then we'll be all good. Having said that, I've actually switched away from Tamiya for a few things. Did this quite some time ago. For primer, I use Duplicolor from Canadian Tire. It's available in white, light grey, dark grey, and red oxide. It's a big can, equivalent to probably 4 cans of Tamiya, but cost is equivalent to two cans of Tamiya. It works great, dries fast, can be sanded. And after testing, it's safe for 3d printing resin. Well, at least it works with the Elegoo resin. Have sprayed a few things, and after several months, no issues. I've used a lot of the Duplicolor paint too, with zero adverse affects. I'll still go back to Tamiya for paint and clear once it's available again. Or maybe this is a good excuse to switch to airbrush.

Depends on the charging station. Going from 20% charge to 80% charge could be as low as 15 minutes, depending on whether the station is a Level 2 or Level 3. Also depends on your EV, as some have faster charging capabilities. Battery size plays a role in charge times too. Also, what a lot of people forget is that yo don't have to "fill the tank" every time you charge. A lot of people think they need to stop for an hour to charge up every time. So a 500 mile trip would now have 2 or 3 hours added to it, which simply isn't the case. While on your trip, you can stop for 10 or 15 minutes, add some juice and continue on. We travel a lot to a national park near us. It's about 350km, or about a 3.5hr drive. When we did the trip in our Mach E, we added literally 20 minutes to our trip to top off on the way. Which really didn't affect us at all, because we usually stop half way to stretch our legs and give the dog a chance to stretch and pee. As for traffic jams, the same thing happens that happens with ICE cars with low fuel. You hope you can get somewhere to charge/fuel up before you run out. Just like an ICE vehicle, you get plenty of notice with low charge. Lots of time to try and deal with it.

Oh, and a warning for all. Enjoy this thread for now, because I would guess we'll be shutting it down before too long. Right now, this is walking the line of politics...teasing a crossing of the line. If we do have to shut it down for politics, we will do so, and will issue 30 day vacations to those who can't resist crossing that line.

Right. We should ban wildfires. Burning "unabated?" Seriously? I guess you haven't watched any of the hundreds of news reports outlining the massive efforts to get the fires put out and/or under control? Calling them unabated implies that nothing is being done, which is 100% false.

Well, there's another one I need. I'm hoping Revell further expand their line of 80s 911 by doing a new tool of the 930. Or maybe even a Speedster.

Wow! I had no idea there were kits available for both the M Roadster and M Coupe! I need to go searching for these. Looking forward to seeing more of your build!

Outer Banks without the Sasquatch package? Eww. So the Outer Banks is the "luxury" trim, but without the Sasquatch package, it's ugly. And it looks like AMT got the details right. The wheels are tires are a street-based AT tire. Sounds like an oxymoron, but here we are. The bumper is like a Jeep Wrangler...plastic cover over a steel bar. It's a popular package though. A lot of people like that it comes with the painted flares. And those flares are smaller than the ones we see on Badlands or Wildtrak trim levels, as seen in the original AMT Bronco kit. It does come with the nicer leather interior, which I think is why it's so popular.

Looking amazing!

I listen to First Wave all the time! But not when building. I usually listen to post-rock or post-metal artists on Spotify. Mostly instrumental artists. I find it relaxing. Here's a recent release I've been playing lately.

I think the box art is supposed to represent the colours of the car used when the Boxster was launched, so I think it's supposed to be Arctic Silver with the Boxster Red interior. In reality, Boxster Red is sort of an odd orange-y red. But I think your choices match the box art perfectly, and I think your interior colour choice is better than Boxster Red.

Excellent work! Your paint is fantastic.

I think you'll find that Ray is very well respected, and makes an excellent product. And being a one person shop, sometimes delays happen. Now admitted, 5 months is quite a delay. I would be shocked if he didn't try and make it right with you. Here's another thread about Ray's Kits Decals.

That is a strange and bizarre combo. And I like it.

Well, started the new job yesterday. I am now the Commercial Sales Manager for Canada for Arctic Trucks North America. And as the only Canadian employee, right now I'm responsible for pretty much everything Arctic Trucks does up here. Lots of responsibility, but lots of growth potential. Plus, I get to work with stuff like this. The silver truck is actually coming to live with me.

I have around 100-110 NASCAR diecast cars available. And one hauler truck/trailer. Plus a handful of Superbirds/Daytonas. My dad used to collect these, but now we working on cleaning out some of the stuff in the house, so mum can eventually downsize. All are in mint condition, as they've been in a glassed in display shelf for years and years. Never played with! I might have the original boxes for these too. Will have to search a little further. The 1/18 Bullitt Mustang is also available. I MIGHT consider breaking up the collection. So for example, if someone wanted all the Jeff Gordon stuff, or if someone wanted just the Fords. Or whatever. The buses and the lifeboat are NOT available. Nor are some of the non-NASCAR cars. I'm looking for a few things: Range Rover kit - Revell, Fujimi preferred Porsches - I have a lot, but always looking for more. Revell / Fujimi Mercedes 230TE wagon/estate BMW - Tamiya, Fujimi, Hasegawa Tamiya Volvo 850 BTCC - sedan or estate Revell London Bus The photoetch sets for the Revell London Bus Large scale Tamiya Porsche would be sweet. Thanks.

I'll always remember him as Darth Vader. SO many amazing performances though.

Both cars are front engine, rear wheel drive, with no traction assist of any kind. The Lincoln might have ABS, but in '88, probably not. So for winter driving, they'll handle the roads in basically the same way. I would assume the Lincoln has a better heater, and will just in general be a more comfortable car. Using only what you've told us and shown us though, and provided it has a good heater, and the defrost works well, I'd lean towards the Nova. And a set of winter tires would be a must on either car.

Update! I have no update. I really do need to get back on this one.

I have the set from the AMT Fruehauf trailer. Are the trailer 5 spokes and the drive wheels off a tractor the same? Can take pics if you need them.

If I didn't already have the Bugatti, I'd be into that.

I'm more interested in the background! I see a Ranchero (I think) plus a couple of nice Ramchargers. Is that a Scout under one of those tarps?

Nice work!

Holy moly. Well, I haven't purchased a new model car kit at all this year. Trying to work my way through the stash. But this one will change that. I see a couple of these getting to my Porsche collection.

Yeah, I haven't worried about it too much, because the normal Duracells just last for so long. Having said that, when I get around to it, I do have a solar setup to mount on top of my Tahoe, so will be able to more easily charge while camping.