David G.

That is almost too amazing for words!

That's some excellent work, Cranky. I someday hope to be able to do work like yours. I would like to know where you got the "nuke" decals. I've been searching for a couple to use on my Chevy Proton and just haven't had much luck. Any leads you could offer would be appreciated. Thanks, David G.

I'm just now building the Revell VW Bus that I bought there last year. I really enjoyed myself and I'm definately planning on being there this year. I just need to take more money with me this time!

I copied the flyer and stuck it on my desktop. That place is only about half-a-mile from my house!

Too bad that we've all seen it already. It would have been a good candidate for the weekly "Real or Model" contest. Absolutely Amazing!

OK, that's almost too much... almost

Hey, welcome to the Bus Club! There are at least three other VW Busses in the works by various builders on this forum, but I think you're the first to finins one. Yours looks really good. Lots of shiney detail going on with it. I understand that the Revell kit that I and most of the others are building is a re-release of the Hasagawa kit. The doors and rear hatch on the Revell kit are pre-cut and could be easily opened, but there's really no interior to speak of, so why bother unless you're willing to build one. Do the doors on the Hasegawa kit open? Thanks, David G.

That's a good clean build. Maybe someday I'll have the courage and patience to chop a top. I also love the Western Smoothies, For years I've been looking for a set of those for my 1:1 '71 Delta 88.

Foxer, Thanks for the link to your conversion version. I remember seeing that shortly after I picked up the kit and I was very impressed by what I saw- there's a lot more work in your build than mine. I'm surprised to hear that you can work with those itty-bitty parking lights but have trouble with the shocks. From what others have posted about the kit, it's a watered-down Revell re-release of the Hasegawa kit. Thanks, David G. Tony, That's what I forgot! I was trying to remember what they looked like inside so I could work out why there were so many holes in the floorboard. There's still time to add one. However, I'm not going to worry about the toe-board. With a flat black floor, I doubt that most folks will even see the pedals once the body's snapped on. I've been following your build too and have picked up a few ideas from you (like the brake handle). But I'm going to try not to go nuts on this one. It's supposed to be a break from that nuclear powered car I've been working on. So I'm trying to keep it a mostly "out of the box" build, but we all know how that usually works out. Thanks, David G. If I remember right, there are two or three more busses currently being featured on this forum. I think it's funny that so many of us started seem to have started building them around the same time. It's not like they're '57 Chevys or anything!

I was getting a bit burned-out with the Chevy Proton I've been working on, so I decided to take a break by building the VW Bus kit that I bought for my wife a few months ago. As we all know by now, there were no pedals included in the kit, so here's my quick and dirty solution. Basic interior, nothing fancy. I frequently need to remind myself that I'm keeping things simple. This is supposed to be a "vacation" build Ok, so I did use a bit of styrene and some Krome Foil to make an ashtray for the seatback. I've also already fixed the thin spot in the flocking on the rear cargo floor. The chassis is mostly done. Next, the body. As always, any and all comments, critiques, observations, etc. are welcome and appreciated. Thanks for looking. David G.

The chopped top makes it look like a machine gun bunker.

Good work on the weathering, it feels both old and solid at the same time.

Absolutely beautiful. I particularly like the engine bay detail, very well done!

Yes, I've seen these amazing photos. They're the main reason I didn't give up looking for a kit for this car. I want to replicate my 1:1 which is a town sedan. I need to plan this one out carefully. I'm fortunate to have a the full-size example to get the measurements from. That'll help immensely. Thanks again for the photos and the input, everyone! David G.

I just started one of these too! I needed a break from the Chevy Proton I've been working on. My wife has always wanted one of these busses in 1:1, since that'll probably never happen I decided to build her one of these. I'll try to get some pics up this weekend. ******** Tony, Do you plan to open the doors and rear hatch? If so, did you see the bit in the most recent MCM about making external hinges? I think those could be adapted to the side doors. I was planning on adding some interior panels to mine too, but I'd planned to put them inside the body vs. on the chassis plate. I thought it would be easier to fit together that way. It'll be cool to see how each of builds the same kit. David G.

george 53, Thanks for the information. This is my first resin car kit and I've got a lot of learning to do and I'm very appreciative of any tips, hints or information that folks can provide. Thanks to everyone for your input, David G.

George, What is it that you can see that indicates the molding process short cuts? This is my first resin kit and I'd like to learn more about them. Thanks, David

Sorry I took so long getting to these, but I've been rather busy with work lately (and this is a hobby, after all. ) First, let me make it known that this is my first resin car kit, and I have no previous experiences by which to judge the quality of this kit. What I can say is this: Steve at R&R Resin was quick in responding to my e-mails, and just as quick in sending the kit out to me once payment was completed through PayPal. I paid on Tuesday, He sent the kit out on Wednesday and it was at my front door on Friday! It doesn't get any better than that Over all, I am pleased with the quality and level of detail that is present in the kit. There some flaws, air bubbles, etc., but they are in non-critical areas that I should be able to address without much difficulty. I plan on converting the two-door hard top kit into a town sedan, so I think the extra spot-filling will barely be noticed. In my opinion this kit is worth the $71.50 ($63.00 plus $8.50 S&H) that I paid for it. Given the fact that it's the only 71 Delta 88 kit I've seen in the 12 years that I've been searching, I'm very happy to have found it. With that in mind, here are the pics so you can judge for yourselves. I hope these are good enough to see what you need to see. I'm still learning to use my wife's digital camera. It has more bells and whistles than a model railroad convention! I'll be happy to answer any questions you might have. Thanks for your patience, David G.

I've always loved these cars too and your build does it justice. I think we'll never see the like of these cars again. It seems the days of taking a production car apart and using the platform to build a unique, radical custom are gone forever.

I'll trade you! Your work car is much cooler than mine! I don't think I've ever seen a Rolls Hearse before, it's a beautiful machine. Thanks for posting that.

Rick, Yes, in many ways, it is a job just like any other, but it does have its unique problems and challenges. The main benefit, as far as I'm concerned, is being able to help people through one of the most difficult events they're likely to experience. That and I get to wear nice clothes and drive big cars. Seriously though, I am proud of what I do to help others.

Larger tires in the back! Fifteen inch L-50's on Cragar Keystone Klassics would look great.

Here's what I drive at work.

I like the spare tire/arm rest in the back seat!

What, no army tanks?