1/25 AMT Peterbilt Wrecker

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I had this sealed kit a while back, but it was the blue and white Gulf box art, but I sold it, so I never even got to see what was inside.So I can’t compare this one to the older one. 
I started this one yesterday, and I do like the rubber tires, as compared to the vinyl tires that’s usually included in the truck kits I’ve seen. The rings fit flush to the rims better using these, more flexible tires,  than the previous tires, as they were a bit stiffer. 
I don’t like the fact that the call out numbers on the instructions are non existent on the sprues. Can be a bit difficult for a builder who doesn’t normally do trucks. It is a royal pain. 
The instructions are pretty vague in some areas also. 
There is no cable for the boom included in the kit. 
I have the frame completed, and almost ready for paint. It’s a tiny bit crooked, but it’s as straight as it’s going to get. Hopefully it will be fine during assembly. 
I also removed material on each side of the deck, rear tail light area, and the front wall of the box, to allow the rear tires to look more correct, instead of having them way under the box. 
If you don’t mind having no numbers on the sprues, a ton of flash, and the rear tires tucked way under the body, then this kit isn’t too bad. I suppose it’s the same old model just re issued in a new box. 

[k357]

Picked up one of these today at WW on clearance for $15 ! I couldn't pass that up !