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Hey Phil, I did not get any PM from you, so I just tried sending you one. I hope there isn't an issue with PM with the server maintenance going on. Anyway, hope the PM I sent goes through. Steve A.

Hey Phil, I stopped by my storage and went through a couple of the boxes of models, and got a small sample of some of the models to see if there was anything of interest to you in trade. If nothing catches your eye, just let me know and I'll try looking through a couple more boxes. Steve A.

Nice start to the project so far. I don't know if you knew that Jimmy Flintstone offers a resin figure of the female on the box art, and an update pair of legs to match also. https://jimmyflintstonestudios.com/DRF69--Altara_p_690.html https://jimmyflintstonestudios.com/-DRF70--Polarlights-Robby-the-Robot-Legs_p_691.html Steve A.

My list of "vintage" kits is mostly limited to '70s to '80s kits, but I'll see if I can get a list and maybe some pics of some of the kits in my stash to see if I have something that you might be interested in. Most of my kits are currently in my storage unit, so I'll try to get to them as soon as I can. Steve A.

I've not seen anyone offering those decals, and doing a search for full size trucks during that year I don't think they were a factory option. They were most likely put on by the production company for the show. When I looked up a pic of the old model kit you mentioned, it looks like the decals were different than the truck in the show, and the model kit was a fleetside instead of a stepside bed. Some people have suggested contacting STS Scale Model Decals, as they offer custom decal designs. Looking at pics of the real truck, it might be possible to just mask it off and paint the stripe also. Would take some time to lay it out, but it could be done. Steve A.

I don't know if you had any luck finding any purple LEDs, but on a recent video by Doug Whyte on his Model Car Muse Youtube channel, he used some LEDs on a project and they were from a company called Evan Designs: https://evandesigns.com/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw65-zBhBkEiwAjrqRMLFp4kYZxADKsLDwv9OGSbQ52KOg_HETefwKnPRo9XNXXtp_mmUv0hoCmeIQAvD_BwE Looking on their website they show several of the different size LEDs available in purple. Just thought I would pass the info on in case you were still looking. Steve A.

I wouldn't mind making a trade for it, but I don't have and promo models in my stash. In kits I have a little bit of everything, is there something in particular you are looking for? So I can see what I might have that would be of interest to you. Steve A.

I'm planning on being there as long as I can stay healthy (knock on wood). Steve A.

I look forward to seeing what you come up with, and being able to buy it when you do. Steve A.

I usually find some 3D files on CGTrader or Cults3D website, sometimes for free & sometimes for a low cost. Doing a search on Cults for "Steel Wheel" I found the following 2 that look close to the pic you showed, and both are right are around $2 for the files: https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/various/steel-wheel-06jun-02 https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/various/steelie-wheel-steel-rim I didn't check the CGTraders website, but image they might have some too. Steve A.

You have some really nice wheels and tires on your website, definitely going to have to see about ordering some. One wheel I have not seen anyone do yet is a Halibrand 4 slot mag wheel like in the attached pic. AMT offered 2 for the rear in their '57 Bel Air kit a long time ago, but they were taken out of later re-issues. Would be nice if someone came up with one to buy. Steve A.

I'm not sure of a Tamiya color, but you can test their red colors over different colored bases on some plastic spoons to see if you can get close. If you can use an airbrush, Scalefinishes has Budweiser red listed under their racing colors section. Steve A.

Glad I could help you out. I had surgery on my Achilles Tendon on March 22nd, and I'm still recovering from it, so I sometimes have lots of time to spend checking out the internet. I get friends asking me if I can find info on something, and I can usually find some obscure stuff sometimes. Steve A.

Matt, Looking at the picture you posted of what you are looking for, I think these decals listed on eBay will do the car you want. I don't know the quality of the decals from this seller, but the pic looks like the right style of graphics: https://www.ebay.com/itm/204615914097 Most of the other decal sheets I saw said they were for 2014 and newer or older versions. Steve A.

I couldn't find a pic of what the Fred Cady sheet looks like, but there are several different Nevade State Police decal sheets available out there. First, on eBay are some older Chimneyville decals: https://www.ebay.com/itm/235188668250?chn=ps&mkevt=1&mkcid=28&srsltid=AfmBOoqPDr51uUt1vkCdn2yixU37adcgjY05UCsWFu0s1ynN0RG9u9bhALI Next, JBOT offered some, though you need to contact him because I believe he was cutting back on doing decals because of health reasons: http://www.jbot.ca/cars/us/nevhp.shtml Then I found this website online offering a sheet, but I've never heard of them before, so don't know the quality of their decals: https://inquarters.com/State_Federal.html And lastly is the price sheet for Customsquads.com website that on the 2nd page lists LE-15A,CHP/LAPD/Nevada Highway Patrol, then it shows #3015A OLD(not sure if it is older version, and #LE-15A Nevada Highway Patrol New Markings. http://www.customsquads.com/uploads/1/0/3/6/10365684/cs_decals__10-2016_1_0___code_3.pdf I hope one of these links helps you find what you are looking for, if not then if you can show what the Fred Cady sheet looks like maybe that will help find what you want. Steve A.

I'm not proficient in early Dodges, but from what I found that is a 1964 Dodge Dart Convertible. I know that there was AMT and I think Lindberg made a model kit of a 1964 Dodge 330, but that is a different style. I did find the JoHan also did a 1964 Dodge Polara and I found a 1964 Dodge Polara Convertible promo, but not sure who made it. The JoHan and promo are a little expensive, if you can find one. I tried looking to see if anyone was offering a 3D model to print from, and found a couple, but they weren't listed as 3D printable ready, and they were between $150 to $200. Maybe someone that knows Dodges better will know of something that is out there. Steve A.

It was a great show, glad I was able to make it. I had Achilles Tendon surgery the month before, so couldn't drive, but was able to go because of friends and family. Sorry to hear about the computer problems during the awards handout. Hopefully next year I can bring some models to enter in the show. Steve A.

I've had one of these kits somewhere in my stash for many years. You don't see too many of them built. Can't wait to see how yours looks when done. Steve A.

I tried checking several checking several sources for 3D files to see if anyone was offering one, but I'm surprised no one has one listed. You said it was available in several Revell kits, do you have a list of which kits might have it? If someone has an idea of what kit it might be in, then maybe they can locate some for you. Steve A.

I don't know of anyone doing the folded top specific for the '62 Buick, but 3DScaleparts offers several different wrinkled folded tops. Maybe one of them will work for you. https://www.3dscaleparts.com/search-results?q=convertible&type=products Steve A.

Got your info, I will probably be ordering the kit in about a week or so. I'll let you know when I get it and can mail them out to you. My plan is to get the file and print out a '57 Buick body and swap out the '57 Chevy one. Not sure how I'll paint it up yet, but won't need the kit decals from the kit. Steve A.

This kit has been on my want list for a really long time, as I have collected Corvette kits. I lucked out recently and found one that the body had been painted green (I can strip that), missing the engine display case (no big deal, wasn't going to use it), decals were bad (wasn't going to use them either) and the only hard part was missing one of the side glass. I've got a bunch of extra glass pieces, so I'm hoping I can find a piece I can modify to work. You did a really nice job on your build, congratulations. Steve A.

Thank you very much, that helps a lot. Steve A.

I have plans to get that kit soon, not sure if it will be the Revell or Atlantis version, for a project I'm doing and won't be using the decal sheet. If you haven't found one by then I'd be happy to send you the decal sheet. I'll let you know when I get the kit. Steve A.

I'm looking to do up a decal sheet of a 60s drag racing car, and in my reference pics I found a decal that I haven't been able to identify yet. I found one that looks like it on one of the Slixx decal sheet, but all the pics of that sheet I found online are to blurry to make out, and don't really want to buy the sheet at $13.00 just to see what it is. Was hoping someone here might have an idea what it is. Attached is a pic of the Slixx sheet with the decal in question circled. Thanks for any help. Steve A.