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I had no idea they still used that name. I was just a search to check for dates. LOL

http://www.hobbylinc.com/Pactra-Hobby-and-Model-Paint Is this current?

I would think that testors came out on top because they were in all of the bigger stores as well as the hobby stores and hardware stores. I do not recall seeing Pactra around here at all when I was growing up.

I do not think the cost of a parts pack is the same as a kit for a few reasons. Before I go on I will say that we have been taught that was the truth about everything for decades. I am going to speak of a newly tooled engine parts pack. 1) CAD because the files can be moved and transferred over from any already designed engine and parts. 2) They can cut more than 1 cavity into the mold because the molding machine platen size will allow it. Maybe even 4 to 6 cavity's So every time the mold closes they have 4 to 6 parts packs to sell not just 1. I would not be surprised if they could have an 8 cavity mold for engines. Now I will say that the packaging is where the costs have not changed much, they still have to stuff them in the box and wrap them. Yes it is faster to put the parts pack in the boxes, and they can also put more in the case to ship back, that part of the overhead is what it is. I agree with Luc on the 3D part in new tools.

If you can walk out for under 70 on a decently optioned mid-engine sports car that is a deal. There is a Chevrolet dealer maybe a 1/2 mile inside of Ohio that my older brother worked at years ago. They have always sold a lot of Corvettes there because the GM Hydromatic plant is less than 5 miles down the road. Not that they are the only people buying them but it helps. We are on lock down so when I can I will swing by if I have time a see what they have sitting around. They normally have 2 to 4 sitting on the corner out front. Dave White in Slyvania https://www.davewhitechevrolet.com/ they only have 1 new vette and it is an 2018 .

Welcome aboard. There are some very good builders on here. just not me.

Beatles Mania in the 80's. Oldest brother tool me. he ended up with an extra ticket so I got to tag along because he knew I liked the Beatles. Then I got to see ZZtop in 83 with Pat Travers opening the show. Another brother won tickets so I got to go. At the Toledo Sports Arena, that place is gone now. Best show Stevie Ray Vaughan. In Ann Arbor MI. Seen him on a Friday night and then went to see Don Henley on Saturday in Toledo. Biggest surprise Winger opening for Deep Purple.

This is sweet Tim.

Thanks for clearing that up Dan.

Looking good Greg

My buddy has a 1969 Z28. that he put a cowl hood and rear spoiler on it when he restored it. The guy that ordered it did not check that box. But he did get the rubber bumper up front.

Lorne this look very nice.

Dwayne you are off to a good start with your brass frame. I have used this in the past and it is good stuff, but it is harder than most fillers. I have found it strong even when thin also.

Looks very nice Steve.

Yes that does make sense Rodger.

Dennis you and Ed are like dealers, man this is cool.

It should fit Jim.

This cool Rodger. I did see one drawn up like yours but they angled the back so the shelf was not as long by the rear hatch. This is not as close as to what you are doing as I thought it was.

Looking good Pat.

Sorry Rob. Losing a pet is never easy.

Nice Scout.

Looks good to me.

There are some interesting cars and trucks there.

Looks great Pat.

I agree and she did a good job. I like this car. Looking good.