Oldriginal86

Can the name of the museum be mentioned here? They say it’s in the “east” and that’s where I am.

Does the 1:1 car use a “clear” spoiler or something else?

That’s the exact way mine fit. Thanks for the replies.

My question is has anyone that owns this kit checked the windshield fit? The last one I built took so much time and bodywork to make the glass fit.

I’m 61 years young as they say now adays. Been building and more importantly buying since about 1969. I don’t think the kits should be the same price paid in the early years of my involvement in this hobby. With that said, I’m a builder not a collector. The crappy kits from MPC in the 60’s are still crappy kits of today and why anyone would pay more then $5.00 for that is beyond me. What I would like to see from the suppliers is more modern SUV’s and trucks of today. There hasn’t been a Brockway or a White Road Boss or an International 4070 on the road for 25 years. Let’s see a new Freightliner or International with an engine that has all the emission controls that we see on the road today. How many model A fords and barracudas do we need? I don’t mind paying my hard earned money for a new and interesting kit but I’m not about to buy a kit that I could have purchased for $2.25 years ago for $30.00 now. This is why this hobby is in trouble.

I’ve stated this in other threads that with the popularity of the Jeep TJ kits, there is a need for a 4.0L inline 6 engine. I’m not sure why most of the new Jeep kits are curbside other then them being based off of a die cast.

Well done! Local course or vacation? Playing at Compass Point with my son today, hoping to break 100.

One suggestion would be to print the interior in multiple parts much like the Revell ‘60-‘66 kits. Makes it much easier to paint and detail.

Hey, I resemble that remark being from just up the road in Pasadena.

I just purchased two 3D printed Chevy engines from Texas 3D Concepts and was very impressed with the detail. On the website there is a “contact me “ button so I left a message that the 4.0 should be the next project to pursue.

One would think that someone would have made a 258 or 4.0 in resin or 3D printed.

Well done! Was there much cleanup on the parts or does it print them that sharp?

They are correct for either but are as mentioned a more modern version. The rounded ones with the two big knobs are more correct for the era your going for. Glad to see there is interest in this project.

Cool project. I just received two 3D printed engines and the detail is amazing. I worked for Detroit for quite a few years and still have some service manuals if you need more pictures. This appears to be an 8V71 or 92. This engine is available in many of the older kits. Is there a possibility of adding a turbo and maybe make it a DDEC or electronic controlled? Next could be a Series 60 project.

I know this is an older thread but I have a Testors paint rack I am no longer using. Any interest? Local pick up works as I don’t want to deal with shipping. $50.00 or trade for Jeep or pickup kits. Make an offer. I may come to the MAMA show in Havre De Grace, Md.

I've been working off and on a '64. Won't be a dually though. Body dropped and custom frame. There lies the problem, the frame. On my third design. Can't wait to see what you do here.

Great looking build. Looks fast setting there.

This build is inspiring. Makes me want to add more detail to my build. I can't imagine rolling and laying the completed body upside down on the table. Would be worrying constantly about damage. Maybe I'm building backwards but the paint is the last step before final assembly. What do you do to protect?

Nice stance and color combination. Looking good.

Not to hijack this thread but who makes and has available a Series 60 Detroit?

Looking good!

I agree they are popular. I bought one a few weeks ago and was a little disappointed in the lack of detail. Expecting to have a full engine and detailed running gear. There has been great builds on this forum. Waiting to see someone do a full detailed build before I start mine. Scott yours is looking great.

I like this one. After my Cameo is finished I'll get back on it. I cut up the frame so much that I decided to make a new one. Keep up the good work.

I have a '64 on the bench now. I'm going to save pictures of yours for inspiration. Interior detail is sweet.

Cool build! It's fun to duplicate a car you had in 1:1. Is the next build Dads car? Diorama of the two? That would be awesome.