Mr. Metallic

Thanks Dennis. I saw this thread awhile ago but haven't been on MCM much so forgot to get back to this thread until now. I was going to share the same pics of Bryce's beautiful build and efforts to fix the proportions. I have my own conversion planned based on his changes. If I ever break out of this funk I'm in. Bill, it's nice to see you working on this one. I'll be following

Yes, a precursor to the Thunderbird. It is definitely pulling off the "dream" or concept car vibe so far. Can see it spinning on a slow turntable at the worlds fair already.

You also have to take into account (which has been discussed here before) that normally we are not privy to the exact date of the commencement of a new tooling project. We are normally made aware of the kit well into it's development. So what seems like along time in this case really hasn't been since they formally announced it (not counting the 3D scanning picture which accidently showed us what they were up to).

Maybe the admins can combine this with the big 71 Mustang thread? @iamsuperdan

They are the stock Ford wheels for the Big Bend trim level of the new Bronco. Base/Black Diamond- Big Bend- Outer Banks/Badland- Heritage- Wildtrak

Sorry, I guess i wasn't clear, that's what I meant, specific wheel/tire combos for the Bronco, and possibly other items. Selfishly I'd love to have these so I can build a replica of the one we just took delivery of

Thanks Tim. We have been waiting patiently to order one since they shut down ordering last year. As soon as we heard they were opening the window again we reached out to our local dealer and got our order in before they closed it again. We were expecting to wait at least 6 months (if not longer) to get ours, but it took less than two. Very fortunate because now we have it to enjoy this summer with the top down!

Thanks for adding the Nailhead with blower. I'm getting that, one of the Ford DOHC's, but I'll wiat until you release this blown 409 before placing my order. Like I've said man times, here and else where, buy with confidence from Texas 3D Customs. Awesome quality and great customer service. Now, with the Round2 2021 Bronco about to hit the shelves, any thoughts on doing parts for those (especially different wheels and tires?)

Sorry, I am no longer able to edit the post with the list. I think there's some sort of time limit before it get's locked. But thanks for sharing.

I was in on the Bronco when it was announced, but now that we just took delivery of our own 1:1 last week, I'll need more than 1. I know Steve said there are more versions planned for this tooling, but I'm hoping one of the 3D guys comes up with these wheels before too long.

I was in on the Bronco when it was announced, but now that we just took delivery of our own 1:1 last week, I'll need more than 1. I know Steve said there are more versions planned for this tooling, but I'm hoping one of the 3D guys comes up with these wheels before too long.

Still waiting for my LHS to get some. Has anyone tried putting the freshly "chromed" parts in a dehydrator overnight to see if it improves durability?

Digging your mods so far, especially the grill. Is this the most recent reissue of this kit that just came out recently? If so would you be willing to part with the tonneu cover? I have a late 60's edition of the kit and i want to build it as a custom too, but no roof, and mine doesn't have the tonneu. I suppose I could use the 62 tonneu, but there are several differences. PM me if you are interested. Either way I'll be following along because this is just cool.

Not to derail your great build thread, but thought you may like to know... https://customrodder.forumactif.org/t6378-1948-cadillac-eldorod-boyd-coddington-chip-foose

If you guys are serious I think you're being a little unrealistic in your expectations in my opinion. Sure, someone at Revell accidently shared their crew 3D scanning the car nearly 3 years ago, but that post was meant to highlight the 3D scanning process, and not the subject matter. Once they realized what they had done Revell took down the images from their account. We are normally not made aware of projects at the very beginning of the process like that. Kits are normally announced when the process is MUCH further along, usually less than a year before the kit is intended to hit the market. So holding it against Revell that it is taking too long isn't really fair. Add into the mix a global pandemic and it feels pretty "on track" to me.

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That is MONEY right there. Perfect stance ?

Very nice build of a classic kit. Love the engine plumbing/wiring and the interior.

It looks like it might be painted with Tamiya pearl green. 91% alcohol works on Tamiya and Testors lacquers, so if you want to give it one more shot to get to bare resin it's worth a try. I know you said you were just going to prime over it but bare resin is your best starting point if you want to try to get there.

Gotta ask, have you thought about letting Ed pull a mold off this? Since the kit manufacturers haven't seen fit to give us a good chopped 33/34 3 window kit in 1/25 it would be great to have a resin body. And your body is way better than we would end up with from Revell anyway.

my wife was finally allowed to order her 1:1 a couple months ago and it's being built as I type this. I was planning to get this kit before because I just like the Bronco, but now I'll have to get another to replicate hers.

There have been a bunch since then. Not that I mind you saying that since it got to post your beautiful roadster again ?

I'm not saying you did anything wrong. But the admins could easily merge them. They do it all the time.

Admins should merge them @iamsuperdan @Dave Ambrose