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A couple thoughts. The last issue of the Johan 69 Roadrunner has a 1970 interior. So that's against you right from the start. Only the original issue has the correct 69 bucket seats ( even on it the door panels are 69 GTX though if that matters ) builders are out there all the time via ebay. Just how much they set you back depends on timing and original or later issue. It all depends on how accurate you want to be. the AMT 1969 GTX can be converted to a roadrunner with a reasonable amount of work. Tail lights and grill being the biggest obstacles I bought 2 later issue Johan versions maybe 2 years ago. Paid $100 for the pair ( both still sealed ) when I already had maybe 2 or 3 on hand already. So i haven't paid real close attention to values on ebay but I dont think they are too hateful compared to modern $25-30 kits ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,yet An original issue ( built or unbuilt ) will put a dent on the piggy bank . If I remember right I paid about $50 for my original issue builder, and that was probably close to 10 years ago. They have not gotten any cheaper either. , ,,,unbuilt is gonna hurt. $200-250 and up is not uncommon for unbuilt original

Are the hoods interchangeable between 64 and 65 models .? And Yes I know the hood is molded shut on the 64

OR, Just send it to me and you no longer have to remember anything ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,just an option for you . I'm a nice guy like that . LOL

Both were molded in yellow. the 71 seems to be more a subdued toned down yellow and the 72 is a brighter yellow I also have a 1972 that's molded in a color very similar to curious yellow ( more a greenish yellow ) Biggest and most notable difference between them is the taillights ( as well as sidemarkers and interior patterns ) 1972 only 1970 and 71 were the same

Anyone have pictures showing the AMT kit after altered ? has anyone actually fixed it . Ive built one of the AMT kits and never really noticed this issue, till now. I gave the kit to my brother as a replica of his actual car. I have several of each the 71s and the 72s so its not likely I'll ever attempt to repair one myself Snake, the 71 was the one with all the goofy add on stuff. the 72 is boxed art as the Arlen Vanke pro stock kit

Ive always thought the Keeling and Clayton car was / is one of the best looking AA/FD of the period, or even today actually

side view of an original MPC 1971 Duster To be honest, Ive never really paid close enough attention the modern version to really say its better , equal to or worst than an original. I have several original issue MPC versions ( 1971 and 72's ) but never compared them side by side .

Same here . Even though there are parts I could use. Theres nothing I cant live without odds are I will just pass altogether

Honestly, I'm not sure. Just I've seen some of the offshore power boat races and that's what I've always referred to them as. https://www.google.com/search?q=offshore+powerboat+races+2018&newwindow=1&safe=active&client=firefox-b-1-ab&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwj44d-V8v7cAhUMw4MKHav7AAYQ_AUIDCgD&biw=1600&bih=786 They are different ( at least in my mind ) compared to the U boat / Unlimited boat races https://www.google.com/search?newwindow=1&safe=active&client=firefox-b-1-ab&biw=1600&bih=786&tbm=isch&sa=1&ei=xGl8W4bmE-OcjwS696qQBA&q=unlimited+boat+races+2018&oq=unlimited+boat+races+2018&gs_l=img.12...38425.43563.0.46276.14.14.0.0.0.0.117.1320.11j3.14.0....0...1c.1.64.img..0.1.117...0i7i30k1.0.45onnab_Kf0

Cool, the offshore boats are cool to watch

cool, Ive been to the superbike races at Mid-ohio ( long time ago ) Enjoyed it a lot. i had a 1986 GSXR750 at the time and my knads weren't near as big as the boys riding them that day. But they were wicked cool to watch. Mid Ohio has a sharp S shaped chicane right before the start/finish line straight. In the final lap I watched the lead rider look back over his shoulder to see how close 2nd place rider was. He then looked back forward and while still with the bike almost completely on its side . He proceeded to pull the front wheel off the ground , then brought the bike back vertical ( while front wheel off the ground mind you ) and rode the entire straight on the back wheel, probably hit maybe 100mph

Very cool to see them driven. I can only imagine the support crew needed to follow along required Here in Ky, my house is maybe 5 miles from a local restoration shop for classics. So its not uncommon to see a 10's , 20's or 30's car on the streets around here during nice weather

I believe the Phrase 'Funny car ' when first coined looked nothing like the modern day interpretation

keep dreaming

I've had the Piranha kit in my hands a few times over the years. And I always put it back for some reason, Ive just never had that much interest to maybe build one. its intriguing just enough to be neat . And I MIGHT pull the trigger on one of these,,,MIGHT

I have a at least 2 extra sets if you need them just need an address

Not my cup of tea. but Ive seen a few of these races. And them boys are nuts

I bought several of them off ebay its been a few years so I cant remember the sellers ID . Sorry Dont hold me to it, but I think the sellers same was ed fluck - aka drag city casting

I know the STP Super Hemi and Mr Norms car are the same as well as the 68 Color Me gone car ( never had the Cyclone to say for sure ) I can tell you the 67 Color Me Gone is all its own chassis and body tins I would venture to say the recent Beswick GTO is very similar,,,,, if not the exact same chassis . The AMT cougar is different for sure

Oh, I would So like to take a hot lap in one of these just once,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ( okay maybe twice )

You know I love it. Ive seen the actual Tasca car in person many years ago. Wicked cool doesn't do it justice. I've wanted to build this model ever since the kit first came out Ive built 6 of these,,,so far. And have maybe a half dozen decals yet for others. Hope you don't mind but here's some inspiration for you.

Very. VERY nice

Clean builders are in the $60 to $100 range I bought a real clean 1959 last year or so for.about $65 I think

Nice. Some one was just recently making this grill. I bought about half dozen of them a few years ago

I got it. Superb build btw. Like how you hinged the engine cover