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It's a load of BS. But I was laughing hard, so thanks for that. Hydrocoptic Marzel Vanes? OMG!!! Bob

Finally, a model I can paint in metalflake where the flakes will actually be in scale. My only opportunity so I'll get a couple. One for Dad, one for me. I have to build Dads first though. Bob

Geez John, I'm not sure what to say.... It's been said but bears repeating. OUTSTANDING! Bob

Sorry for the long wind, but I just had to get it out. Been a while since I even opened the hood on one. I maintain 3 cars now. 1 Chevy [mine], 1 Pontiac [Mums], 1 Camry [My best friends]. I don't see any SAAb's in my future. I for one am happy for that. Parts can be a problem. Bob

All that you said is true Harry. I would just add that these folks REALLY didn't care what it cost [for the most part]. They were just dyed in the wool like I've never seen types man. When it was discovered there was a non dealership guy who was tuning Euro and in particular SAAb [sic], I got inundated for a while. Here is the scenario. I worked at a Used Car dealership. This was a Portuguese tilted place. Where I'm from that is who live there [i am one] and Mr Corriea who i worked for was from the old country. All these people drive Euro with almost NO exceptions. He'd go to the auctions start of the week and I'd work em and get em ready for the lot till Thurs. I'd work on walk in and cust cars Fri/Sat and sometimes Sun. These SAAb [sic] owners were hounds. They'd come in at any time expecting me to do what they needed. I understand that it's a garage, but they were just RABID. I can't recall how many times I was asked to drop what I was doing [Tune up on a 500SL], to get the rattle out a beige/brown Swedish car. I had enough work on the side to keep me sleepless for months. SAAb owners [for me] are a differnt walk of lfe altogether. Firsthand, true story. Bob PS: I agree with all that was posted above. GM is/was the wrong firm to handle ANYTHING Euro. Outlook, fundementals and values are all wrong for the demographic and philosophy.

I worked largely on Euro for more than 17 years. During that time I have wrenched my share of SAAb. In all that time I have come to one conclusion. SAAb owners are a LOYAL lot. They keep even the oldest cars running almost no matter how much it may cost. I had a sweet place for parts back then and I became kind of a SAAB guy. I don't care much for them in the looks department, but I know I can get one to run well. My misfortune came recently when I mentioned this to a NAPA customer I was helping. I now have 3 SAAb owners calling and coming in for advise. My bad............. How many people you know can tune Jaguar oil soaked and side draft carbs? Now you know at least one. Me and my big mouth!!!! Bob

My local shop here in Baltimore Overlea Hobbies will also be closing first of the year. The factors are too numerous to mention but Bob is getting up there and the Landlord is pushing for a lease agreement on his store. I was just there today and spent what will probably be the last i ever spend there. It's a shame because like the shop mentioned by the OP, this one has been in business for many years and I can shoot the poop there and get the things I need. Sad days indeed. Be glad you can say there were hobby shops and enjoyed them. Future generations will not know what you're talking about. Bob

I have those in gold and silver and they are good for modern connections. But there is no substitute when it comes to builds of cars that are a bit older. Then, only the good fittings will do. I have the metal Detail Master and the Scale Motorsports resin ones as well. Those resin ones are also very nice and lots cheaper. Bob

I see this topic. I go look at RB Motion. I drop 75.00 bucks. Rat Bastids Bob

Holy Styling Studies Batman! That is KILLER! Bob

I stand corrected. It was the 57 Chevy art that was TD's first. The two are quite similar in approach if nothing else. History is fun. Thanks Bob

Looks KILLER Bill! Just what you needed to get back to building. I love it. Bob

As an aside, I believe that's one of Tom Daniels first ever box tops for the industry. Bob

1 1/12 Revell GT500 2 2009 Revell Chalenger. Many more started. It's a winter thing for me as well Bob.

For styling its was Juniors bike. JJ's bike looks like a friend of mine'. It's nearly unridable and he sold it off a few years ago. I agree with the Indian Larry comment. I have a Paucho rigid with a wide glide and my old 73 shovel in it with some Detroit Bro's stuff as well. It's been siting for a few years as I take care of other things before I get back to it but it will defeinitely have the Indian Larry vibe going. It's going to have a remote oil filter and already has a mag. I was actually thinking of doing left hand throttle, left hand jockey with a floor clutch and all that. I scrapped that when I rode on a bike like it and it wasn't for the faint of heart. Almost completely impractical. But very hard to steal... LOL The OCC bike wasn't one. Not sure where Sr's head was when he OK's that design. Juniors bike looks like a good ride, but for that seat. I've ridden my share of rigids but that looks like farm equiptment to me! Bob

CRICKEY, those are nice! Bob

Look carefully Wayne. This is the ORIGINAL Snake RE Dragster. This is the kit with the supplied fuel and ignition wires. This is the ONE we all wanted. Read carefully, this is not the standard stuff but Monogram moldings of the early 70's car. Look at the solid front wheels too. Bob

Kit 85-4908 will be the much sought after 70's kit that came with the Chrstmas tree as well as driver and crew figures. Should be on most of our lists. Now let's hope we can get decals to do the originals and a few variations. Happy Days indeed!!! Bob http://www.revell.com/model-kits/cars/85-4908.html

I admit to being a "Kit" builder. So these thing intriugue me always. I want to Expand my modeling. But I remain reticent. It's these types of builds that inspire me to go further, Bob Frias AKA: Kit builder

Were I to award a thread, I would award this very one. For staying true.... For being straight [LOL] For modeling the tougher subjects. For being a believer in our sport of Drag Racing. For taking the chance in this tough arena. My hat is off to you. I took the chance, I applaud yours. All my personal best. Bob Frias

I have built there wheels as per the instructions and it works flawlessly. I will never use kit wire wheels again. Bob Check my Garlits 1A build for proof.

STUNNING........ Bob

Tamiya in all widths. Bob

Here's to many more Ed. Respectfully Bob Frias

An Industry coup in my opinion. The future is indeed bright fellow modelers. Exciting. Bob