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http://www.bonediggers.com/2-1/wlazlo/wlazlo.html I think it suffered the same fate as the Gremlin, Pacer, Mustang II, Pinto, and Capri II kits, as detailed here: http://www.bonediggers.com/2-1/wlazlo/wlazlo.html It would probably take too much work to reissue it stock, and it might even be a moot point, if things were heavily modified as some point when the Matador Grand National kit was reissued. Here's the last issue from 1977: The relevant page from the AMT 1977 catalog:

Thanks. This appears to be a modified McCulloch engine, too:

The problem is those who are aware of, yet refuse to use, the excellent and very effective alternative. When you get results within 30 seconds of searching, there's nothing to publicly complain about, so that speaks volumes about their true intentions: How does a moderator read and reply to a duplicate topic, both discussing the exact same kit, yet doesn't merge the topics? Can someone please explain the logic of requiring members to jump back and forth between multiple topics, and the benefits of disorganization?

I don't think it was it ever mentioned, but was the AMT go kart model a replica of a specific make and model? Paging through some early '60s issue of hot rod magazines it became clearer just how popular karting was back then, and there were several kart manufacturer ads touting their karts' (and their drivers) accomplishments. The below ad can be found in the March, 1962 issue of Car Craft:

This one is currently listed on eBay, with some interesting accompanying information, which I quoted below the images: https://www.ebay.com/itm/AMT-STREAMLINER-DRAGSTER-TEST-SHOT-in-CLEAR-PLASTIC-Kit-T-161-L-K/124467166530?hash=item1cfad23d42:g:w3oAAOSwsgtfxpAp Seller's words: AMT STREAMLINER DRAGSTER TEST SHOT in CLEAR PLASTIC Kit # T-161 Here's a rare find, I found this at M&M molding shop in Windsor Canada may years ago in the 80's where the model kit manufactures would send there molds to check and see if they needed repair or what ever? This model is molded in clear plastic & is part of the double dragster Fiat kit by AMT. the only parts not clear are the tires,

Here's the Salt Shaker instruction sheet page Tim mentioned, courtesy of the Drastic Plastic 'site: Street Rods series reissue: The Salt Shaker decal sheet: De-contented (appropriately so) chrome plated parts: A not-so-great image of the two-piece tires both kits shared: Decals:

All good. There are plenty of options to satisfy almost everyone. ☺️ Now, when are those Falcon and '66 Buick Mod Stocker reissues coming...

Though this is a '79 KW, most of the detail shots of the mixer-related parts should apply to this kit: https://www.purplewave.com/auction/140327/item/I7231/1979-Kenworth-C900-Construction_Trucks-Ready_Mix_or_Pump_Truck-Kansas

The Revell is 1/25 scale, and different from the (originally) Monogram 1/24 scale Pro Stock (and later Pro Street) kits, so the Revell kit chassis would be the way to go. I bet a form search would turn up more than a few builds from members who kitbashed with that chassis. Might even be someone who used the same combo you are considering.

No, the box artist messed up, as someone here mentioned a few months ago. Atlantis was notified, but it appears they elected to keep the incorrect box art. It does not. https://www.scalemodelnews.com/2019/11/148-scale-fuel-tanker-from-atlantis.html

I was thinking just the opposite. Spray painted and duct tape style numerals? Eiww. The personalized name decals would never be used, but those vintage style AC cat decals? Yes. The red numerals are very similar to what AMT used on the '37 Chevy Salt Shaker kit, too, so while maybe not all-new, it does tie together with the past and pulls at those nostalgic heart strings for some:

Tub as in mini-tub, or full on Pro Street with Pro Stock style tubs? If the latter, both AMT and Revell offered Pro Street '67 Chevelles, either of which would be close enough, as the wheelbase is off only 1".

The same ol' General Lee kit was reissued in 2017 as the "Country Charger", sans any of the exact GL markings. Chris/hpiguy posted a good video review of the kit here: Original release of the snap-together 1/25 MPC Dukes of Hazzard General Lee '69 Dodge Charger, MPC 817: Second issue, MPC 879, City Slicker 1969 Dodge Charger: Review topic here: Most recent issue, MPC 919:

AMT '65 Chevelle Mod Stock decals: AMT '66 Impala Mod Stock decals: AMT '65 Fairlane Mod Stock decals:

In the box bottom image, I don't see any newly created, semi-stand alone parts, which is kind of what I was expecting after reading "ALL NEW 1971 front end parts, NEW chrome wheels". I wasn't expecting much, but perhaps in this case, "new" means new to this kit or this release, rather than created from scratch/totally new. I would expect to see the old dog dish/thick trim ring equipped wheels from previous releases (not sure if those were MPC or AMT), rather than all-new wheels. While I understand the disappointment, I don't blame Round2 for not investing too much money in updating this kit. Essentially, they have two imperfect '71-'73 Mustang kits, and there's likely no ideal outcome involving both. They probably picked the "better" one, decided how far they were willing to go, and are getting it out ahead of the forthcoming Revell kit, to capture as many sales as possible before there is on-shelf, direct competition. At least there are 2.5 (sorry, that Palmer/Lindberg on counts for half) kits, and soon to be a third, kits to kitbash together. ? I guess we'll have to wait and see if and when that happens. Maybe the desire to release a '71 Boss 351 was the impetus for Round2 updating a few areas.

No, it's 100% race car. This earlier release has a stock-ish interior, but the chassis, etc. is the same as the Petty race car version:

I walked down the model kits aisle at one of my local Michael's stores and was surprised to see a few kit marked down to a new, lower regular price. The Revell '84 Hurst/Olds Cutlass and '69 Cmaro Z/28-RS were both priced at $18. They had a minimal selection of twenty or so automotive kits, but I saw the Revell Bronco, '68 Hemi Dart, '66 Mustang GT350H and '32 Ford 3-window, and the MPC Dodge pickup.

*wrong topic*

Here's the instruction sheet for the 1/25 Revell 1931 Ford Woody kit Mark mentioned. While not a great look, it should give you a better idea of what to look for, and what the stock wheels and tires look like: https://modelkitreviews.proboards.com/thread/285/revell-1275-model-woody-tudor Here's the most recent reissue from an eBay listing:

Interestingly(?), the kustom parts were included in the '70 issue for use when building the Barris Custom version, then expanded upon when MPC went both feet in on the ''Put On" oversized parts: Just found these images of the WBK version's body shell on eBay. The lower half of the body appears to remain stock, and that landau top isn't the worst. I think most people could deal with that if left in place:

Thanks for the correction. I swear there was a dedicated topic for the Malco Super Vett kit here on the forum, but I can't locate it.. Here's the instruction sheet for that kit at least: https://modelkitreviews.proboards.com/thread/680/chris-longs-malco-super-vett

That speaks volumes. What impresses me is not only the ideas, but the execution, especially the fact that he scratchbuilt most (nearly all?) of the parts used to build the models. How many people design, create and use their own tires?

That '68 box art, tho... ?