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Admittedly, as chassis go, AMT's isn't horrendous, but I was wondering if the Revell '69 Shelby chassis would be a slight upgrade, assuming that Ford/Shelby used the same one for both years. If it is an acceptable substitute, how much reshaping will it take to fit under the '68 body (wheelbase, width etc)? Any pics of this completed swap would also be appreciated.

I'd like to find a source for 1/24 / 1/25 decals & markings you'd find in a typical engine bay - everything from factory labels for valve covers, air cleaners and firewalls etc to battery and oil filter decals (DieHard, Interstate, Champion / AC, Fram, Mopar etc). Links would be great if you have them.

Even though it's just a concept car, it's nice to see that there are still designers in the automotive world who are capable of coming up with attractive styling ideas, as opposed to the vast number of mind-numbing crossovers and blatantly garish sedans currently available. Yes, this car has a few Aston Martin-ish styling cues, but I'll give Buick a pass just for not cranking out another me-too-mobile. Unfortunately, like the styling exercises that preceded the current Checker Marathon errrr, Dodge Charger, if this car actually makes it into production, I’m sure Buick will find a way to water down the concept. I’m betting we’ll end up getting something twice as bland and half as powerful.

Gotta agree with that. In addition to your usual dazzling paint, skillful foil work and accurate interior depiction, that headlight swap you've mastered adds a substantial amount of realism to all those old kits with molded-in chromed headlights. The wire wheels were an excellent choice as well. I thought the chassis turned out nicely too, but I have two questions for you: 1) Did you create some type of poseable steering or is that a feature of the kit? 2) I noticed a body-colored segment near the middle of the chassis. Do you have reference pictures for that? I'd say you're off to a great start for 2016!

Sometimes a picture says more than words can convey http://s1067.photobucket.com/user/MemestreamMedia/media/ble1_zps4mukfone.jpg.html

I kinda get how to create one for cars with regular roofs, but I'm really curious how to do it on tunnel-backed cars (The sharply creased C-pillars on '66-'67 GM A-bodies and '68-'70 Chargers). I've tried Googling this before but haven't found what I needed. If I missed a video that deals with this, I'd appreciate it if you'd link me up. Bonus question: Do these masking tape roofs hold up over time?

I guess I shouldn't expect much from someone who quoted two of my posts but still couldn't manage to spell my name correctly. That probably explains how you managed to "read the entire thread" without seeing Casey's directives for how the build should go. Since you missed them, I'll post the parts pertaining to time for you: 1) Six people will participate, with each person having the model for slightly less than one month. This should help us finish the project in a year or so. 2) The model will be shipped (and the tracking info posted) to the next participant the first business day of each new month via USPS Priority Mail with Tracking. I will send the model in a USPS supplied Priority Mail box, so we should be able re-use the box every time the project is shipped to the next participant. Each participant is responsible for paying the USPS Priority Mail shipping cost and ensuring the package is mailed on the first business day of each month. If you cannot abide by this rule, please don't volunteer to participate. As for your question about how the delay affects me, a non-participant, it virtually assures that I'll never participate in one of these community builds because we've now seen at least two occasions where one person decided his dire circumstances gave him some special right to hang onto the kit until his life improved enough that he could finally complete his segment, no matter how long it took. The problem is, I know I'm not the only member who will be deterred from joining group builds by this type of thing. Lastly, while I'm sure everyone's aware that you joined up here primarily to deflect criticism from your buddy, I made every effort not depreciate his circumstances. I did, however, suggest it was selfish of him to keep the kit till he was able to work on it again, and I stand by that.

Facts are just "microaggressions" that detract from how we feel the universe should behave.

I certainly appreciate the offer! If I didn't already have a couple sets of those wheels set aside, I'd take you up on it. They look great on most builds, as you've shown here, but I'm looking for something just a little different. To the best of my knowledge, MPC didn't use the wheels from the original '67 Charger box art in many of their kits, but I'd still like to get a set. Let's see if this picture gives everyone a better idea of what I'm looking for. http://cdn3.volusion.com/qzhug.remqt/v/vspfiles/photos/MPC829-2.jpg?1446116269 I asked whether they were available in resin because, unfortunately, I really don't have a stockpile of parts to trade out, so I'll have to buy them.

Good to know. Thanks!

This is exactly what prompted the fustercluck that occurred toward the end of the group-build that came to be known as Snowball I. As I said above, I realize that bad circumstances can wreak havoc on people's lives, but why do they feel they have the right to hold on to the kit until their problems are resolved?

https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRC40rwbvLjp4ShjoxCWF8enIf7pmuFHK1GegAzGYB5P621J213 I don't recall these wheels being in many MPC 1/25 kits and I wouldn't mind having a set or two. Do any casters offer them? Links would be great if ya have 'em. Bonus question: I've heard this kit might be repopped fairly soon, but some have said MPC changed the wheels to another design since its initial release. Can anyone tell me what wheels will be in the kit when it comes back out?

Wish I could be that productive in the course of a year! You've got a bunch of great builds there, but that Charger Daytona just jumps off the page. Nice work, can't wait to see what you create next year.

Wow, that turned out nice! Great use of authentic-looking colors. Thanks for listing the paints you used - it's always nice to see what other people use to finish their builds.

Nice collection! They all look great but I really like that Lincoln. Would you mind telling me what specific red paint you used on it? It looks perfect on that car.

There's a whole lot to like about this build. Well done!

I realize there were dire circumstances which prevented one of the builders from finishing his segment of the build, but why isn't there a rule that states that if you are unable to complete your part in the allotted time, you need to mail the kit to the next guy and let other builders finish it? Is this Snowball II or III?

Harry, thanks for taking the time to dig up those links. I thought you picked great colors for each of those builds, and it was nice to see those cars in close-up pics. I look forward to seeing what you create in 2016.

All that detail in such a tiny scale... I don't know how ya do it, but I'm glad ya do. IIRC, you used Tamiya lacquers on the body. For small scale projects like this, do you decant them and airbrush the paint?

Really nice output for a year's work. Lotsa eye candy here, but that Torino just rocks.

What! You didn't use the "custom" (Pontiac) wheels? I love the color, and the 1/2 vinyl top helps sell the image. Sadly, from what I've read, your build quality probably far exceeds the 1:1 cars.

I could be mistaken but I don't recall seeing individual posts for the Olds, the Riviera or the Fairlady. Looks like nice work overall.

Well said! It's a hobby. Pacing yourself is one of the keys to achieving results like this. Having talent and experience like Cruz doesn't hurt either.

Phenomenal work!

Adam, these are great examples of what can be done with proper weathering. I like all three, but I really like that VW. Would you consider sharing your weathering techniques and materials in our Tips, Tricks and Tutorials section?