AMT 1923 Model T Van - What a Mess!

[Harpo]

Just started the AMT860/12 Model T Delivery Van, and if this is "Round 2" then it must have been a knockout in 5 seconds.  I think they offset the mold halves by 1/32" then held them apart a bit for extra flash.  Virtually every part requires extensive trimming/refitting/straightening, and the instructions are vague  - and in at least one case simply wrong.  

I'll get it re-engineered, but it is a challenge I wasn't expecting.  Anyone else tried this kit?   

[crossfire 2004]

Garry, your assessment of this kit is pretty accurate from my experience, as I attempted to build the Matchbox version a while ago and found the same issues.

Fortunately I had built the AMT Tall T and was able to use all the running gear and chassis under the original body. I was still underwhelmed by the finished model and it was soon packed away in a box.

I have been considering setting the body on the Lil John tourer chassis.....

 

[Harpo]

Great looking truck, Stuart!  I got most of the chassis done, but it's been a battle:

[Harpo]

I realize AMT is not up to Tamiya standards, but this is the single-most ill-fitting mismolded mess I have ever encountered.  But strangely enough, it's not frustrating, just challenging.  I'm determined to make a presentable model out of this and I'm getting closer, but still lots of detail and touch-up to go!

 

[1930fordpickup]

Looks good so far Garry.  This kt was first issued in 1976 or 1977 amd has not aged well apparently.

[SfanGoch]

Like Andy said, it's looking good. What were you expecting from a worn out tooling anyway?  

[disconovaman]

I built the kit and felt the same way with the fitment but I powered through the build anyway. Built as a coal mine employee transport veichle... Maybe this can give you inspiration, hope you don't mind me posting... lookin forward to seein what you do with it...