garryrenfro

While overall details in the Revell's Corvettes are slightly better, AMT's '57, and '70-72 kits are great models. The '72 is less accurate since there are very noticeable interior differences between the '70-'71 and the '72.

Dig it, dig it! there is a lot of potential with that chassis, but you have to throw a lot of thoughtful, creative work into. Just like you are doing!

Dig the Buick mill in the T. Did you make the headers?

Been doing some research on contemporary bracket AMCs. I think my first Gremlin is going to be a stock class, weekend racer. Here's some inspiration: http://www.hotrod.co...s/photo_06.html

What solar system are you from? You have turned me green.

Off topic, but Picasso was also a prolific sculpter and printmaker.

The idea of building models in a series is way cool. The required research, planning, and choices add another dimension of satisfaction for the builder and interest for the viewer. Each model is enhanced by all of the others in the series.

Yep, they're cute lil' babies. I plan on picking up 3-4 over the course of next year.

I was working on a re-paint of the Revell die-cast last year, and dug out the parts. The body comes completely assembled, and I could not find the tote where I had put the chrome and clear parts after removal. I have included a built model, contrasting with the AMT version. The kit is well detailed for a die-cast (much better than the AMT annual), but simplified as is typical for an easy build kit. The most glaring error I see with this kit is the dual four-barrell set up , as GM did not offer this as an option after 1961. You can also see that the body is cast solid from the front wheels forward.

+1 Doc! And a bunch of Modified Productions, stock class cars, SCCA racers . . .

While this kit no doubt uses much of the engineering design from the diecast Route 66 model, and probably a bit from the '58-59, it is a distinct item. Note the separate frame and floor pan, rear suspension, exhaust system, wipers, door handles, headlight bezels, etc. Also, the entire casting of the diecast body is solid from the front of the front wheel wells forward. Most of you probably know this, but in case someone doesn't, an excellent site to see lots of Corvettes in their various color/option/power combinations is proteam-corvettes.com. Their inventory changes quite often, so if you watch once a month for a year or so, you will see many dozens of different Corvettes, with very complete descriptions. Photos aren't always great, but they are decent, with many exterior views and detail shots. I am also excited about the release of this kit. That is actually an understatement. I am about to pee in my pants.

The rear clip character ridge is there on the new '62 body.

In case you haven't seen it, here is the photo from Ihobby:

There are also many brands of "Brush Cleaner" sold in household paint sections. They seem to contain acetone as the solvent, as well as some components to condition brushes.

Looking to get in touch with a couple of former acquaintances from Ohio.

Had a bit of mad money so this weekend on eBay I purchased a few nice builders. A couple of unpainted original Monogram 40 Ford pickups, a couple of AMT 63 Tempest convertibles, and a Revell dragster parts kit.

I recently finished a quick rebuild of an eBay '59 body that had almost all of the body detail removed and was painted red with hand-painted trim. I had other 59 odds and ends around, and used a Trophy Series El Camino grill/headlights. Not a contest entry, but lots of fun.

Incredible!! This is a very inspirational build. I have always wanted to build a V8 drag bike; now maybe I will.

Okay Scott, I think I read this somewhere, but can't locate it. What universe were you born in?

I agree with Joe. I think we been drinkin' at the same bar.

FUN! Always takes me back to any Saturday in the early sixties. A new kit, some glue, a few basic (very basic) tools and supplies, couple of Rod and Customs, an ice cold Coke, and the Beach Boys on the record player. Fun, Fun, Fun...

I live in Greeneville,TN. I have been building models since 1959, except for most of the 70's when I was going to college and beginning a career. Garry Renfro, old guy on the river