Dr. Cranky

Wonderful modification. Waiting to see how this one turns out. KUTGW.

They collect them as art. It's yet another way to enjoy the hobby. But people who collect kits need lots of space.

The color really makes this one pop.

Good looking van. It is perfect for photo ops and dioramas.

I love this build. I think it is perfect.

I am thoroughly enjoying this thread. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to the new paint.

Bruce, I am glad I found this one and was able to enjoy it. Wonderful model.

I can't wait to see how this one turns out.

Looking nice and shiny. Beautiful.

Okay, I just got a few copies of it and so far I am loving what I am seeing.

Couldn't help it, I had to return for seconds. Wonderful clean and smooth building. Love the chassis.

Clean, smooth, and classy. Excellent.

Nice subject matter, wonderful build.

Just came back for seconds. I really like this one.

Nice build and nice collection of builds.

This has turned out to be a very interesting (and mature) discussion. Thank you.

I like the way it looks. Congratulations.

Oh well since I am math impaired, all I can say is I have way too many kits, but I do try to build a good 8-12 every year.

Wonderful duo. Thanks for sharing.

Beautiful color and build. Congrats.

What a great duo. Thanks for sharing.

My ten cents on this is that I normally don't have time to be overwhelmed, but I also take it as a great healthy sign that perhaps the manufacturers are getting a much needed boost as the styrene economy improves.

The other thing I thought about and would like to add is that I am glad fads don't just "go away." Some people find them and get excited it about them. In my day many people claimed that lowriders were just a fad and they are still around. Not only that but they loaned lots of styling cues to many other types of vehicles. I always leave it up to the individual builder and what kind of styrene journey they want to embark upon.

There were quite a few at the ACME show over the weekend. I think they will be around for a while. I hope. I know I will continue to build them, fad or no fad. What rat rods do for me, and I hope for others, is expand my imagination and force me to think outside the box.

Beautiful restoration.