Jordan White

You have to use a 3D modeling program to design the solid part which is then uploaded to the printer/printing service.

I have made things to be 3d printed, the wheels for this project are one thing I've had done. I don't have a printer myself though and use Shapeways for my printing.

I filled in the frame a bit and smoothed it out. Here's how the engine fits in the chassis. Luckily Monogram made it so the small block and big blocks fit in the same chassis. SAM_0263 by mudder_trucker8 SAM_0267 by mudder_trucker8 SAM_0268 by mudder_trucker8

If you would like, I have the tripower intake and carbs, along with the aftermarket big block valve covers that I would be willing to give you.

Quick update. Got some of the engine painted and assembled. Here are the headers, they are the small block headers modified into big block headers. I still need to putty and sand them, as well as add the mounting flanges. SAM_0255 by mudder_trucker8 Here are the modified valve covers, to correct the incorrect bolt pattern. I have a little more sanding to do to get them ready for chrome. SAM_0258 by mudder_trucker8 Finally, here's the engine so far. Corvette 427 big block, painted Chevy Engine Orange. I modified the water pump to more closely resemble the long nose 1969 style rather than the short nose 1967 style. I also had to extend the crankshaft pulley to match the water pump. SAM_0256 by mudder_trucker8 SAM_0257 by mudder_trucker8

Looking good so far! If that grille is from the Diecast I'm thinking of, it's good to know that it fits the AMT body well.

Thanks, it works great!

Sure! Could be useful for some of the smaller details.

You should be able to modify the kit taillights, it looks like just remove the vertical bars between the 3 sections and add one that goes horizontally down the middle.

Yup, I plan on changing out all the emblems, but am going to stick with the standard grille since I seem to prefer the open headlight look over the RS grille.

I believe it has the keys, but it's been a while since I've looked inside. As for price paid, I honestly don't remember, and ebay's purchase history only goes back 2 years for me.

It's the one molded in black. The display table would be nice, though maybe once I can get my own hobby room!

They are indeed for the headrests. As for the 1/8 IROC, I did in fact get one a while back. I plan on building it eventually, but not until I have a place where I have room to keep it once it's built.

Quick update, I hope to have this back on the workbench soon! Here are the decals in their current stage, they were drawn up in Autocad and will be printed on white decal paper. Stripes2 by mudder_trucker8, on Flickr

There is a guy on ebay who occasionally had 1/12 Yenko decals for sale, but lately I've only seen black or red. I wanted white too, thus why I'm printing my own.

I'm in the process of building a 1/12 Yenko myself. I'm using the engine and transmission from the 1967 Corvette, the Goodyear Eagle tires from the 3n1 kit, American Racing TTD-style wheels I designed and 3D printed, and a photoetch set for the emblems. The decals I'm drawing up myself and am going to print out.

Ah, well that may be it then, the tire profile does vaguely resemble the Ground Hawgs. Actually, it looks like they just took the High Roller box cover photo and changed the body to a camo paintjob.

For those who haven't seen the post in the auto news section, here's the flyer for Revell's 4th Quarter of this year. Nice to see the Honcho again since the ebay kits were getting pricy! It appears that the GMC is the High Roller kit, probably just with new decals.

Nice to see the Olds FE3X bodykit finally! I'm also interested in the 442 version as well. Glad to see the Jeep Honcho kit rereleased again, especially with the old-school snowmobile. The GMC appears to be the plow truck kit again, but presumably with no plow in the box, maybe a lift kit, and some larger tires (which ones though?). As for the Bronco, I'm interested to see what they've included besides obviously the wheel flares.

I would love to see the AMT/Ertl 90's Chevy and Ford pickups rereleased!

So a little over $150 US! I am also curious though as to what is offered in the kit as far as parts count and detail parts.

I personally think it looks better with the plain steel wheels!

I believe there actually are plenty of modern vehicles that would be great in kit form. We need more trucks for one, and Meng brought a great first kit to the table (granted it was of a 5-year old subject, but the most modern sold to date), however the cost is steep so it may not have sold that well. Other good subjects are the current hot hatches, some of the SUVs (Wrangler JK/JL anyone?), any the full-size vans (Sprinter, Transit, Express/Savanna), and of course some of the recent luxury offerings. They just need to use vehicles that have the potential to be released a few times with different parts and decals.

Well unless the hackers went in and changed their terms of service on the website, I'm guessing it's legit stupidity.

Interesting stuff, though very pricey!