Casey

Is that a painted roof I think I see, Clyde?

I think one of the links posted has some video, but what I recall seeing is a talcum powder like, well, powder which is deposited in thin layers, then a liquid binding agent is added (not sure if that's during or after) to unify the individual layers.

This kit is aimed squarely at the very experienced adult builder IMHO. If the Pro Modeler label was still en vogue for Revell automotive kits, it would've been slapped on this kit's box without hesitation. This kit follows in the footsteps of the Pro Modeler '58/9 Corvette kits which preceded it, and if a less experienced builder wants to build a Vette, I doubt a '62 would be her first choice. IF Revell aimed this at the VEAM (very experienced adult modeler) as I believe they did, then sanding away the nose nameplates and replacing them with photoetched parts (as shown in Marcos' build above) would almost be expected. For those who don't want to spend the $15.00 or so for the p/e fret or aren't comfortable going that route, Revell provided two options- use the molded nameplates and BMF them or paint them, or use the supplied decals. I don't think it was a coincidence Revell-Monogram included a p/e fret with some of it's Pro Modeler kits. I wonder if the nose mold seam was specifically placed where it was because of the nose nameplates' locations, which prevented the seam/joint from being placed in the "best possble" position from a production/quality standpoint. I also think comparing it to another similar year range kit with a separate valance panel is akin to comparing apples and oranges. The mold design is going to be very different for the nose area of those two (with integral valance and sans), so how the mold seams end up on one doesn't really apply to the other. The new Revell '62 mold section for the nose has to slide in and out (assuming that's how the sliding section of a body mold function...where's Art?) perpendicular to the car's longitudinal axis, and when there's no valance present (i.e. no deep, hollow coves), the mold section can come up from below. I may have that all wrong, but that's how my mind sees it.

You left out: 1) The person who chimes in with "I have a NOS GE 4735 30W projector bulb, still mint in the package" ...followed by: 2) "do you want to sell it? I have been looking for one of those for years!" ...and we also have: 3) "That was the first light bulb I ever changed. I used it all through high school" ...and then: 4) Person who posts the ebay link for said light bulb.

It would be interesting to see a list of kits which were irreversibly modified. I'm sure some of the MPC annuals and some show rods would be on the list, but would the list really be that big?

Is that red-highlighted "as" supposed to be "has", as in Tom West has in his possession part of the tooling for the 1/16 Racing Scenes Donovan 417? So the Aurora Racing Scenes tooling was definitely shipped via rail from Long Island, NY (?) to Morton Grove, or at least the final stretch to IL via rail? More good info. I have heard similar things along the lines of "if it's not being used, scrap it", but hadn't heard about the tooling damage before. He did tell me that they never got back the tire molds from Canada where the tires where being produced. So, those may also still exist. The 1/16 M&H tires included in the 1/16 Racing Scenes kits? Very interesting. Thanks for sharing that info, Jesse.

It's the same "Tomb Raider" kit as before, only this time the body will be plastic, instead of metal. There was some discussion in the Revell 2013 Car Kit Releases topic here: http://www.modelcars...ic=64737&st=120

Might apply to the Aurora tooling Monogram acquired, too. Nobody seems to know for sure what happened to the "missing" tooling, but the most likely explanation I've heard/read is that is was scrapped. I don't see the '55 Badman ever being returned to the original issue form. The current, modern tool Revell 1/25 '55 'vert is a great kit, and the Badman is a guaranteed seller, so I just don't see the potential sales from a backdated original version. I could see the Sizzler and Blue Beetle being worth the backdating investment, but the stock-type '30/'36/'40 (pickup) Fords, not so much. I get the feeling Revell reissuing the recent versions of these kits every six years or so is enough to meet most of the demand, without needing to completely backdate any of them. Getting back to the Aurora Racing Scenes kits, they are/were very nicely done, which is a testament to Tom West's design work, but the "working" features and inner parts seemed like overkill from a sales point of view. Plus, we know 1/16 scale kits are not good sellers, so I don't ever see Revell investing in any new or backdated/reverse engineered 1/16 scale tooling. The kits which I think DO stand a chance of being backdated are some of the Tom Daniel-designed vehicles, such as the Dog Catcher (Sand Shark), Baja Bandito (Baja Beast), Sand Crab (Lil Van), Horn Toad (Rattler), Trick T (Stinger), etc. Plus, Revell has invested the money in restoring and reverse engineering the Rommel's Rod, Dragon (Circus) Wagon, and Tijuana Taxi kits, so it wouldn't be a first.

There were some 1/25 Husqvarna and Yamaha dirtbikes included with various Revell and MPC kits, but they are all long out of production. Some info here: http://www.modelcars...33&hl=dirtbikes You may want to look into die-cast bikes for a donor engine, too.

Maybe try this one?: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/ipb-buddy/id458328962?mt=8

Phone: 315 548 8654 specialappearancedecals@yahoo.com

QFT! As usual, great work so far, David.

You can just touch up the spot, but you'll need to be very careful when you wet sand that area again so that it's even with the surrounding paint.

When the images are already hosted somewhere on the web, like Photobucket, fotki, etc. you don't need to upload them as you would when you use the attachment feature, bur rather cop and paste the appropriate url for the image. For forums, it's the [ IMG ]....... [/ IMG ] url you want. If someone wants to write a clear, concise, complete tutorial, please do!

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Fantastic pics, Chris! Thanks for posting those.

How 'bout a shot of all three of your 3rd Gen Pontiac F-bodies together, please? This one is gorgeous, just like the other two you've shown here, David.

Are the four studs still present on the "new" tracks? This is when a tap and die set is worth the $40 you paid for it. Clean up those threads!

How 'bout a phantom Hemi-headed straight eight?

As in raised white letters (RWLs) on tires?

If you have a Hobby Lobby near you Roger, you can find everything you need there. Alumilite High Strength 3 mold rubber, Amazing Casting Resin, non hardening modeling clay, etc. You should be able to get all three things I mentioned for less than $60, even less if you use the coupon. I would hold of on making tires for now, at least until you get the basics mastered.

From one of George's posts elsewhere on the forum: Scale Coachworks website: no longer active. Their Email is: scalecoachworks@wi.rr.com The Phone number is 1-414 570 0650 Hope this helps

E-T "X" wheels:

This one can't be too common:

I've never seen them offered separately or individually. Do any kits include these scale-proportionate decals?