Jim H.

Story is this was a cab swap and rattle-can paint job in the early 80s and this is a truck in the mid-late 90's used mostly for pig hunting. This was the second build i finished after a long hiatus from the hobby and I reverted back to a lot more hand painting and I used rattle cans instead of airbrush, which I think helped me to finish the project. I had all these parts and plans for the build since early 2020. Since then I moved twice and I wasn't sure if I would ever get this done. The winch and front bumper are from the Olsen bros. I also added lights from the 30 ford kit to the front bumper and the little step from the Deserter. The bed, wheels, and F250 parts are from fireball. Joseph really nailed it with the whole bed setup. The latches, the wood floor, the tailgate letter stencils, everything is spot on (including the spare tire and rack which I did not use). I want to get another bed to build another one. All the fireball stuff is great, and the olsen bros made an awesome winch and bumper. I wish I took more pictures of the engine. Some of these pictures I wasn't quite finished. Maybe I will take more some day but I wanted to post what I have. I used the straight 6 motor and trans from the 66 ford kit. I'm sure its the wrong trans but it still looks cool on the shelf. I used heat shrink tubing for the end of the tail pipe. I wish I added a gun rack in the cab. I am more happy to have a build done than have it perfect. Last time around I got really bogged down trying to build and paint everything perfectly, I had a ton of kits 50-60% done but wasn't finishing many completely. Its more fun to just get them done. Actually, it helped me figure out that I'm a perfectionist and that was holding me back in other ways too. But anyway, this was a fun one.

If you are in Maine, Reny's is a great department store worth checking out. There are a few near the Portland area and I was surprised to find they sells kits and Testors paint.

I do not remember other versions of this kit including heater hoses in the engine bay. I made my own, that is why I remember. Realizing now it looks like they were added in the 68 2wd kit also, which I passed on. I know the inner tailgate was updated for that one as well, pretty neat.

How about the round headlight grill for a 78 Bronco or F-series. Soon to be two available kits this could go on.

I built this kit a while back using the Fireball swampers and hubcaps. Also used a grille from Rookie Resin, and the rear bumper is from Olsen Brothers. Everything fit pretty well with minimal modification to the stock kit, IIRC.

This photo appears to show some proper 8 lug 3/4 ton rims, in the lower left under the ramp. Kinda hard to tell, looks like maybe some 4x4 rims also ? Some new tires would be great

Finally calling this one finished. I am not sure how to move this thread to Under Glass, maybe one of you can help me out with how to do that. This was a fun project, started using the Moebius '69 F100. Huge thanks to Bill for the great parts used to make it a '67 F100. I will say, those west coast mirrors certainly are not for the faint of heart. They are really REALLY fragile. It was a huge relief once I got them off the supports, painted, and on there in one piece. Only once they were attached did it occur to me that they were intended to be used on the narrower '65-'66 Moebius kit cab, so they lean outward slightly. Regardless, I am glad I got some pictures because sure enough, I busted one carrying the truck inside after taking photos. Oh well. I would still recommend them, they're worth the effort. I glued the leaf springs lower on the frame than was instructed, so the stance is a bit raised in the rear. I used the kit's wheel backs with the Rookie Resin steel wheels, which were a perfect fit on the kit tires. A strip of diamond plate from Detail Master was used behind the step bumper. The diamond patterns were nearly a perfect match. I also ditched the kit's red taillights. Instead I glued the bezels in, sanded them flush, and painted silver then clear red to create the taillights. I cut small squares off a racing stripe decal and used it for the white portions. The air cleaner is pulled from the Revell Chevy Van kit. I like the way it looks compared with the Ford one. Still chose to use the Ford factory decal on it, even though I know that would drive some folks nuts. Inside I used the PE set from MCG to detail the dash and pedals and '67 door panels from RR. The door panels lined up perfectly and fit really well after I sanded some material off the backs. The grille fit rather nicely after some sanding. Kit headlights were a perfect fit, and I used an orange pharmacy bottle to create the turn signals. Rookie Resin parts used: Grille, hood badges, steel rims, mirrors, step bumper, interior door panels

Not a huge fan of the custom waverider version, but I definitely appreciate the vintage catalogs. Thanks for sharing those. These are from the Monogram 93 and 96 catalogs that I have. I like the blue S10 from the illustration. That is how I'll paint my S10, if I ever get back to working on it. I think that illustration would make great box art for a re-issue (!!!)

I see now. Thanks for sharing the photo Matt!

I tend to agree. I'd be surprised if everything was updated to make it an accurate '67. Still, I don't understand why they would box it as a '67 if all the parts are for a '69, seems to only open the door for criticism. If it was marketed as a '69 utility bed w/ a V8, I think it would still sell pretty well. Is it true that the '71 and '72 kits actually have different grilles? I know the 1:1 grilles are different, but I haven't done a comparison on the kits. To me the '72 box side photo appears to have the '71 grille. I hope I am wrong!

I let this project fall off my radar last summer. Finally picked it back up earlier this year and decided to strip and re-paint it. Now I am going in a slightly different direction with the project. Luckily Rookie Resin now offers even more coverage for making an accurate '67. I heard Moebius will offer a 67' F100 service truck in the future. I am VERY curious as to whether they will make any alterations to the headlight bezels from their '69 kit. Either way, Bill @ Rookie Resin nailed it with these grilles. Grille, wheels, step bumper, door panels, and hood badges on this one all came from Rookie Resin.

Bill, you have done a great job supplementing these Moebius kits. Finally got refocused on this 67 that I started then stripped last summer. You have a lot more available now than when I started this, so it seems my lack of drive to finish a build has paid off in this case..

I believe the kits were released in this order: Revell Syclone - 1992 Monogram S10 - 1993 Monogram Waverider S10 - 1994 In 1995 I believe all 3 versions were re-boxed with slightly updated boxing, but same kit/revell or monogram name. Revell Lowrider S10 - 1999 As to how Revell/Monogram which company name to use on the boxes, I haven't been able to find a pattern, even now. I have noticed most (maybe all) kits dated 1998 have both names in the upper left, and this seems to be the only year with that style combined logo. I cant remember ever seeing a specifically monogram kit dated 1998 (or 1999?). Seems like they started splitting up the branding again in the early 2000s In any case, hopefully it is just a wives tale, and the S10 is intact. I am building one now, but I would still buy 2. I can see it now, in the sleek black Monogram box like the recent Grand National release. Round2 has a '94 sonoma on shelves, the time is now.

Thanks Tim. This is a great kit, I am excited to see it re-issued. The last few years seem to have been a turn of a page in the book of Revell box-art. Seeing more of these illustrated box tops, a shift from the matter-of-fact look of the special editions or street burner kits. I'll admit, I am a sucker for box art, and I like this one (although, I say ditch the driver). The illustration of the car specifically, seems very similar to the AMT '25 chopped T re-issue, due to be on shelves around the same time. I also like the look of the Revell's special edition boxes, but I guess that's a decade-old look now. Wonder how many more of those we will see.. All I know, is that I am building mine with the blower and some FAT tires. Great tires in this kit, but they will go on something else.

I found a photo..

I swear I have seen one on ebay was from 1995 or 96, maybe? Boxart had the blue monogram banner, like the waverider, but the red stock s-10 with a diorama-type background. I cant seem to find a picture anywhere. Probably the same parts as the original issue.

This is a great kit, IMO. I know that the (very similar and equally great) Syclone kit was re-issued around 2010 or so. Am I correct that the S-10 has been dormant since the lowrider 3 'n 1 version, 20 years ago? Think we will ever see it re-issued? The AMT Sonoma re-issue made me think that now would be a welcome time for it.

I can attest to the quality of these. AND it will arrive at your house before you close the browser. Bill has very quick service and makes some nice parts. Nice work Bill!

That wiring looks incredible. I'd love to know what you used and where you sourced the materials. I'm dying to start adding wire plugs like the orange ones you have there. Also, nice touch adding the lower panel to the front of the utility bed. I realized right away that is something I plan to add once I get around to building mine.

The 48 Ford Pro Modeler kit from Revell/Monogram has a flathead with speed parts. I'm not sure which scale you are working with, but that one is 1/25. 48promodeler.webp

I have always been curious about certain kits from Revell/Monogram, that seem to be available in different scales. Recently there has been the Jeep Honcho kit, and the Mazda Miata from Revell. These kits were released years ago with with different scales listed on the box. There's a number of examples of this. Why did they do it? I know that prior to the merger, Monogram had many well respected 1/24 toolings, while Revell focused on 1/25 scale. I would assume that since they merged, they hope to appeal to all markets, i.e. those who have chosen to build in only one particular scale. I would be interested to hear whether or not that is the actual motivation behind it. More so, I am curious about the comparison between the different scale kits. I have never done a side-by-side, so that would answer a lot of my questions. Are the kits actually the same, and are all parts re-scaled? Is it a costly thing for the company to do? Is it something that requires cutting an entirely separate tool? I am new to the hobby, so I enjoy learning about it's history. These forums have been a great source of knowledge for me, so thanks in advance for any info oldjeep.webp new jeep.webp

So I know there are still a few derivatives of the 65/66 F100 due out in the next few years. I'm still hooked on building the Moebius 69-72s. But I'm already wondering what will be the next pickup offering from Moebius. Anyone care to share speculation? Or better yet, anyone in the know have info from the source? Based on their reputation, I'm hoping for fresh new tooling. Personally, I would be thrilled if they continued moving back through the older Fords. As far as I know, there is not much available to represent late 50's Ford trucks. Looking forward to hearing what you guys think.

Fellas, thank you all for the kind words. No one told me that I completely neglected the reflecters below the tail lights. Eventually l'll get around to foiling and painting those. I also may change out the mirrors for ones that should be here tomorrow, from rookie resin.

This one was a longtime work in progress, and it feels food to say that I am pretty impressed with the way it turned out. I am 26, and I started modeling in late 2017. I think this build was a milestone for me in terms of patience and how it impacts the final product. I love this hobby. I rent an apartment in the Boston area, and I commandeered a space in the shared basement to put a 6 ft. table, along with a few shelves, and build my plastic. I haven't been building much lately since it is summer time, so finally finishing this feels especially nice. I ordered the Fireball F250 upgrade kit and I was not disappointed. Chassis assembly was a breeze and the detail on the parts is pretty astonishing. Moebius created a great kit, and Joseph allowed us to build the truck on the box. I wish I took more shots during assembly, but it tried to get a shot of the accurate tranny on the finished truck.