Mr. Metallic

Now that I've discovered this thread, let me jump in with the first of many contributions. This 60 edsel was purchased at a club meeting. At the time I was pretty happy to find one at a decent price, but then realized it was broken in several places, and didn't have any chrome. Thankfully Modelhaus was still in operation... The panel below the trunk was pretty straighforward, but how to fix the broken fenders? The pieces were long gone, so it wasn't a matter of gluing them back and doing some bodywork. Thankfully my friend Ed Fluck (Drag City Casting) stepped in. (thanks Ed @krassandbernie) He had a wagon body left over from his dads business (F+F Resin) that sent to me so I could cut off the front of the body and swap it onto mine. And, here's the end result I managed to keep the original builders wild interior paint job

Just read through all 25 pages of this thread. That was fun. not sure how I've never seen this thread before, but I will be jumping in with some before-and-afters of my own very soon.

This build is very well done. I was on the fence over this kit because I already have the Fujimi and Harold Bradford engine set. But your build is making me think of selling those off and getting this instead. Don't get me wrong, the HB transkit is very nice, but I really think i just want something quick and fairly painless to get on the shelf This Meng kit seems to be decently detailed and well engineered, and your clean build technique is really taking it to the next level.

Maybe I'm just being pedantic, but these are not "artillery wheels". These are wire wheels. it may be deceiving because the spokes are thicker than 1:1 would be, but that necessitated by the plastic molding process. Here's some examples of actual "artillery" style wheels, which are usually made out of solid steel with perforation cut or cast into the design.

So, after re-reading this thread, was it ever determined if this kit actually includes a dropped front axle, or not?

I have been after one for years. I also would be interested if anyone has one to part with.

You can get it lower by removing material from the inside of that crossmember like Espo suggested earlier. That will allow the spring to sit into the frame, gaining you a little drop. Beyond that, to get any lower you'll have to start z-ing the frame, or at least switching out the kit axle for something with a heavier drop.

You have to remember that the "new" Revell model A frames are stretched slightly over stock. That's why none of the available fender units fit them. However, the the AMT 29 Pickup/Woody parts practically drop on the fender/frame assembly from the AMT 29 Roadster kit (the one that used to be the double kit with the AlaKart) right @Dave Darby?

Not going to complain, because the Monte version of this kit is a good looking car. But man I hope they get to the Camaro and/or Cuda. Passed on the recent GTO, but I believe I will pick up the Monte. And I'm not a stock car guy.

It's decent kit. Nice to have it molded in white, which I think is a first in it's long history. The tooling actually started as the 28 Sedan, but that kit only got one issue before it was changed into this woody/pickup kit. Take note that there is no separate frame on this one, the detail is molded into the fender unit. The front axle is kind overly beefy too, but passable if detail painted. Really wish they had brought back the Hot Curl figure and surfboard with this reissue. Would have looked great next to it again after a looong absence

Honestly surprised Round2 hasn't reissued this one. I wouldn't build it as the OBS, probably convert to a street rod like Tim Boyd showed in that other mag. But this gasser is a drag truck is a great concept too.

I am soooo sorry i keep forgetting to check my stash when I get home. Will try again today (I just set a reminder on my phone)

Tim, thank you for taking the time to share this buildup with us. I kind of wondered to myself how this would all go down when you announced it, but knew in my heart exactly how the reactions would go. And my heart was right. Thank you for continuing to persevere. I understand peoples frustrations with the kit development process. But whether the kit is accurate or not I'm not ready to debate, until I see your completed build and then have one in my own hands.

I applaud resourcefulness. If that's the route you choose let me help you out a bit. When i created my sport coupe, I removed the roof portion from a 5 window body, and then modified a roof from a Monogram 30 ford cabriolet to fit. Replicas and Miniatures offered it for awhile, and I managed to build this out of it...

I'm a 32 fanatic, so you have my attention Looks like you're well on your way to solving a couple of the missing body styles, here's a couple suggestions Both the b400 and "station wagon" woody are available inexpensively from Jimmy Flintstone. The woody portion of the woody is quite a bit different from the 29 body you're starting with. The cabriolet used to be available from Replicas and Miniatures, but is sadly discontinued. mastered by Lyle Willits its a very nice piece. maybe post in the wanted section you are looking for one?

You may want to re-read Tim's actual comment. It doesn't say Mr Metzner actually said that Take a step back and maybe actually wait until the finished build is presented here as Tim has repeatedly requested. As a major contributor to this hobby for decades I think he at least deserves that much respect

I have bought quite a few of these kits, both first and current issue. Most of them have been parted out, so I may have a windshield frame to spare. I'll take a look when i get home if you're interested.

I'm glad I stopped in on this thread. Pretty unique build you have going on here. That turbine engine looks great. nice job finishing it out. You rarely see these built, even when they were new. But how the heck did you find one of these for only $5?????? What a steal.

I don't know that any of these displays are getting "restock", but I could be wrong. The whole point of this display is to minimize labor, while at the same time reaping the "impulse buy" in the aisle. If you notice, these are palletized. So, the stocker simply takes 5 minutes to wheel the pallet out to the aisle, drops it, and walks away to the next task. No time spent opening boxes and stocking shelves, making sure the merch ends up on the right shelf paired with the right shelf label. If anything, a store that sells their stock may get a new pallet if their speed of sell through meets or exceeds expectations.

Thanks Tim, I knew that, but decided to go back and edit my comment to make it more clear.

i could be wrong, but I believe this kit was based on the 32 Sedan/phaeton kit molded in the 70's as part of the MPC Switchers series. @tim boyd would know more for sure. I think the body is relatively accurate, and the suspension, engine speed parts are very 70's

I don't know about anyone else, but I haven't seen any of Atlantis' automotive subjects at HL so far. Tons of aircraft, space and armor though.

I agree, but I've only ever seen it in the yellowish resin used by most casters. The near white resin (most notably used by Replicas and Miniatures of Maryland) i have never had a shrinkage issue. As David also noted, the thickness of the resin body will be a factor. This is a modern tooled kit by Revell, and the interface between the body and chassis assembly is pretty precise. Flintstones quality has improved considerably in the last 25 years since i first purchased his stuff, but he is still all about volume (that's how he keeps the cost down) so his bodies are a bit thicker than you're probably used to. The speed with which these are produced may also contribute to the shrinkage apparent here. I'm glad you brought this up because my friend performed a chopped top on one of these bodies for me, and I haven't gotten around to building it yet, so I'll have to pay special attention to the fitment.

I don't think this kit will benefit directly from Atlantis' new tire tooling since this kit has plastic tires molded together with the wheels. To use these new tires they would also have to tool up a new set of wheels for this kit (which wouldn't be the worst thing ever because those wagon wheel looking front wheels have got to go.)

I don't think it's an easter egg, but a direct call back to the decal sheet from the original issue, although this time you get two dragsters in different colors.