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  1. Jordan White
    The domestic model companies (mainly Revell at this point) don’t need to make models of uninteresting modern subjects, they just need to make more kits of modern subjects in general. There are dozens of different subjects that are interesting that they could do and still sell a bunch of kits. Modern pickups are big right now, and there’s no glue kit of any new Mustang. There are several sporty hatches, the recently stopped Chevy SS, the Challenger in numerous trims, just to name a few. Plus if the engines and drivetrains are nicely detailed, then they are great swap material for older subjects.
  2. Jordan White
    Figure out the diameter of the kit wheel and go check out Fireball Modelworks, he has them in a few different sizes and I would think one would fit the kit wheels.
  3. Jordan White
    This winter I’m hoping to start making some 3D cad files of parts for these kits that could be sold on Shapeways. Mostly the grilles and suspension systems for the C and K models, but I could look into doing other parts too?
  4. Jordan White
    Do people look at you weird when you mute the commercials? Because they certainly do to me haha!
  5. Jordan White
    Huh, the more you know! The other small tires I have must have came from somewhere else then.
  6. Jordan White
    Yeah, they used the Goodyear Eagle GT tires that they seemed to throw in every kit they could, despite them being completely incorrect for a good chunk of the subjects. I mentioned it before, but Fireball Modelworks has a great set of tires that would work with this kit,
  7. Jordan White
    What colors are the stock stripes?
  8. Jordan White
    I agree that the forum shouldn't outright go to a pay-to-play only model, but rather do like other forums and have a pay level that nets you additional features over the free version. This way you don't lose the traffic that wouldn't pay anyways, but would also possibly entice others to pay and thus bring in some additional income for the site. I would totally pay if access to all previous magazine issues (digitally) was available. I know that the basic forum format is slowly dying, and any idea that would potentially drive away traffic further is probably not a good idea. I just know that as it stands, this forum blows the Scale Auto forum out of the water in terms of content, ease of use, and layout, and I would like to see it stay on top!
  9. Jordan White
    Thanks! Luckily the fit looks great where you can mostly see it, but it was a blast since they didn't believe much in locating tabs. The tires are not the kit tires, though yes they do look similar. I think the kit ones are Firestones, not positive. The BFGs I used seemed to look a bit better molded and were slightly taller as well, however I had to narrow up the wheels a bit so they would fit properly.
  10. Jordan White
    I did note that when I bought three cans this weekend. ?
  11. Jordan White
    Yup, it was their automotive touch-up spray paint. One light coat and two normal coats, along with 3 coats of wheel clear coat and it turned out perfectly. It's the Subaru BRAT in the trucks under glass section if you want to see the result.
  12. Jordan White
    On my last build I used the Duplicolor paint right on the plastic without issues.
  13. Jordan White
    Thanks! This picture was my inspiration for the orange accents.
  14. Jordan White
    Thanks so far everyone! While it was a struggle to assemble, it was a fun kit to build!
  15. Jordan White
    I'm hoping the line about the multiple stock and custom decal options means they did include all the stock stripe colors.
  16. Jordan White
    I've decided to call this a car since it is based on the Leone station wagon, plus it has seats in the bed! ? Anywho, this is the original release of the AMT Subaru BRAT. Not sure if the recent rerelease is as bad as the original in the fitment department, but it was a struggle putting this together! It is painted GM Pewter metallic with 3 coats of clear, and the wheels and bumpers/rollbar were painted a contrasting bright orange. The only things not box stock are the plug wires, mudflaps, and the tires. They look much better than the kit tires, and are slightly larger. The decals were starting to tear a bit, so I just cut them out with the backing and glued them to the body instead, and I think they turned out alright. Now to the pictures!
  17. Jordan White
    At least this one shows the correct wheels on it, unlike the previous release with the 4x4 real photo on the box. I'm guessing just a straight reissue with the optional custom parts and S10 LS/SS wheels, maybe with some new decals. I do like the box art, though it feels more 80's rather than 90's.
  18. Jordan White
    Agreed, especially in '87 when they expanded their stripe color selection. Oddly enough that year, they added a light brown metallic which seems to be pretty unpopular. It seems strange since they offered bright red on most of their other vehicles at the time. They do, yet are slightly different to the ones on the Camaro. Why they decided to bring the style back for the Monte Carlo, I have no clue.
  19. Jordan White
    If you are looking for tires that are more accurate to the car and time period, Fireball has a great set of 1/24 Scale Goodyear Eagle GT tires (FMR-020) that supposedly fit the kit wheels.
  20. Jordan White
    Too bad they didn't make it an '87 so they could have the different color stripes on the decal sheet like they did for the Aerocoupe. Edit: Wonder what the 2nd version is in this kit. In the past, they have had a donk version and a lowrider-esque version with 20" Dayton-style wheels.
  21. Jordan White
    If you look at the closer view of the hood, you see there are two spots in the middle that look like "optional holes" where the builder can open them up through for something optional. I wonder if they are for if you want to mount the spare to the hood. I can't see the back door however to see whether it has the option too or not.
  22. Jordan White
    I really only use primer on the body and on parts where I've used filler. Everything else I just straight paint, and with some exceptions, most parts turn out just fine.
  23. Jordan White
    Since this thread is pinned, I'll post my link here as well for my spreadsheet on the Duplicolor Perfect Match spray paint line that gives paint codes, Duplicolor codes, and visual representations of all the colors they offer as a spray can. Duplicolor Perfect Match Spreadsheet
  24. Jordan White
    I was able to scrounge up the Duplicolor full chart that they no longer list on their site. It seems like they don't carry many paints for cars older than maybe the 90s so they wouldn't have it. This place says they have a 3oz spray can of Phoenician Yellow however, so it's worth a shot for you @RAT-T Edit: just noticed it's not in stock, looks like it was a Model Master paint that was discontinued. You would probably need to get a larger can from a site like automotivetouchup.com, but it's gonna be $20 for that.
  25. Jordan White
    For your reference, I present a spreadsheet table with all of the Duplicolor Touch Up spray paints that I could find. I have columns for basic color, the actual color name, the manufacturer's paint code, Duplicolor's paint code, and pictures of both the can and a vehicle in that color. I figure if you like using the Duplicolor sprays (like I do), then this is an easy way to see approximately how the colors compare. I've found that when you open it, you have to slowly scroll down to let the images load, otherwise it either takes forever or freezes. Duplicolor Touchup Spray Reference Chart
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