Casey

Sorry, I can't get a closer look because these pics are all... Maybe Erik can when his kit arrives.

Looking at the quarterly flyer again, it says "Build as movie version or factory stock", so no custom parts in this one. You'd need the Goodguys to get the custom parts included in the original PM kit, or the chopped custom kit for the other/different custom parts.

Yes, you need more light for sure. Your image also has a "cool" blue tint to it, which can be adjusted, depending upon... What are you taking the pictures with for starters? ^This. Two sheets of 11'x18" paper or posterboard work wonders to focus on the model.

I didn't see much different between the forthcoming Revell Baja Bronco and the existing Revell Ford Bronco kit, but after looking at enlarged images, there are a few noteworthy changes: Hexagonal wheel arches with integral fender flares New tires (anyone recognize them to be a replica of a real tire?) Newly engraved nameplate above the front side marker lights(?) Instruction sheet is up and downloadable: http://manuals.hobbico.com/rmx/85-4436.pdf Pics of the new Baja Bronco and the existing Ford Bronco, for comparison:

From some unknown Ford GT500 Shelby Mustang R/C car(?), approximately 1/16 scale (front wheel diameter measures 1.125"):

These are found in the Fujimi (and presumably the reboxed Revell) Ford GT40 kits: *edit* far better image in next post. A few more shots of the wheels found in the Revell '31 Ford Model A Sedan kit. These have some seriously "frosty" chrome plating, but I think they are from an early issue and don't seem to have a crispness later issued wheels don't:

I've had the 5-slot wheels on multiple occasions, but had no idea which kit they were originally included with. The original issue of the '49 Ford appears to have been molded in white, creme, light blue, and grey plastic, and I know for sure I've had the light blue wheels before. Does anyone have a pic of these wheels in either white or creme-colored plastic? The below wheels are grey, but a bit washed out due to overexposure: Also, why are there no lug nuts on these wheels? You could get away with that up front allowing for a spindle mount, but the center cap on these appears neither large enough in diameter, nor tall enough, to "cover" any lug nuts which should be present.

They supply lead balls for the shifter knobs!?? Wow, that was not well thought out at all. I can't believe they couldn't find a source for spherical plastic balls of that size instead. I saw these on eBay a few weeks ago, then a few days later, *poof*, all gone. Sounds like they launched with only a limited amount on hand, and sold out quickly, so I'm sure they'll make more.

Don't even think about using the 8.25" rearend. It will not last long behind a Big Block in a truck that heavy and with steep gears. You'll want an 8.75" rear or a Dana rear, either or work will hold up far better. You might also want to look into the NY'er's engine a bit more, too, as it will need a lot of work (read at the machine shop) to make that heavy brick of a truck run quickly. I suggest you poke around over at the www.moparts.com forum if you haven't already, and especially the Truck section. What you want to do can be done, but it's going to cost you $8,000 easy to do it properly and safely.

Wasn't expecting to see it 'this close" to stock...but will hold out for the longroof.

And me the same with you, Larry. I'll have to go back to page one and add you to my list if you're not already on it.

Here's one example: I would get some maximum dimensions (max width, length, etc.) then figure how you want to mount it (drip rail brackets, "feet" directly to the roof, etc.), then get some tubing (Evergreen or Plastruct styrene or brass/aluminum) and cut file, and glue/solder until it looks good to your eyes. It's almost guaranteed to be unique to fit this particular vehicle, so you have a lot of freedom to be creative-- use it. You could also Google search for pics of woody wagons, then copy or emulate one you see which you like.

Heat shrink butt connectors, like so: You may not even need to apply any heat to shrink them if the fit is snug enough.

Perfect, thanks.

Which kit(s) were these Firestone tires originally included with? Asking for a friend.

Love it.

It was your post in another gasser-themed topic which made me pick out the two images above-- the dark geen 4-door Willys with the six-lug rear wheels and the yellow humpback sedan with the heavy duty truck(?) rear axle. The six-lug wheels are nearly identical to those found in the Revell '57 "Black Widow" 150 Utility Sedan.

Has anyone successfully removed the ink/paint from the sidewalls of these slicks? Not sure how well that would work if you were removing only some of the lettering and leaving some, but I would imagine a full sidewall wipe would be possible using a particular product.

Here's another great 'site for vintage drag pics, with the images divided by class. Here are the gasser pics: http://www.georgeklass.net/gassers.html Hat tip to Gary for posting the link in another topic, and causing me to lose countless hours scrolling through the page.

http://www.hotrod.com/articles/tex-smith-the-passing-one-of-hot-rod-magazines-and-industrys-pioneers/

Way to ruin it, Jesse. Maybe Revell saw some nice returns on the Starsky & Hutch kit and they are going after that sweet TV/Movie collector market fan money again with the Greased Lightning. Sure help that it's a nice kit in and of itself, even without the (very) mild few new custom parts. Hard to tell on the flyer if those are in fact newly created baby moon hubcaps of the stock hubcaps, though.

Looking at sold items on eBay, the '71-4 Petty Charger seems to bring $40 or so, the Buddy Baker Charger a bit less ($30-38), and the rest less than what a new Polar Lights kit would retail for. I think that shows just how important marker research is, and how vital it is to hit a homerun on one of the first attempts. The Petty name will help immensely, though I'm guessing Petty Enterprises licensing is by far the most expensive to obtain. I don't envy the risk SJRM is talking right off the bat with a lesser (but still well known) driver and car, as we've already heard directly from Dave Metzner at Moebius that slow (or slower than expected/hoped for) sales of existing kits can delay the production and introduction of new of modified reissues. Hopefully they have enough capital behind them to possibly weather an early storm if sales numbers are as positive as expected. I certainly hope they sell like crazy and SJRM does well, but this sounds like a very risky first subject, taking my limited knowledge of the vintage NASCAR market into account.

I think it's just that blanked off/smoothed over nose piece which makes it less than pleasing to the eyes. It also looks like the custom version's bucket seats are the same as those found in the Monogram '66 Malibu Street Rat kit, but I can't recall ever seeing those six-spoke wheels in another Monogram kit, or on any 1:1 vehicle for that matter.

Thanks, all. Is the windshield the same between both kits, too? Should be slightly different, but maybe they are the same? The Revell '57 Chevy "Black Widow" 150 Sedan's "glass" is a pretty good fit in the AMT '55 Bel Air Sedans body shell, either way. Yeah, I noted the hood issue upon test fitting, and that overly deep front bumper filler panel(s)...shouldn't be an issue.

Is there any tangible benefit to "rah-rah"-ing something which you never have any desire to put your money behind? While I understand your point, does that sentiment have any measurable effect in the real world, where sales numbers speak volumes regarding what people want and will buy? I have no desire to see this particular venture fail, but if they only release vintage and modern era NASCAR kits for the next five years, the cobwebs inside my wallet will be safe. Price isn't a deterrent for me at $40 per kit, either, but the subject is the main factor for me, and I suspect others, too. Perhaps a better comparison would be to Galaxie Limited, instead?