Round2 '68 El Camino Street Machine Kit

[stavanzer]

Once Again, HPI Guy has it.

 

It looks great so far, I want one.

[redscampi]

I love the new box art, but...has anything changed except less parts inside? I already have the all American soap box derby version and the derby champions kit II. Being an El Camino owner, I always want more but I need something besides the box to compel me on this one.

[tim boyd]

12 minutes ago, redscampi said:

I love the new box art, but...has anything changed except less parts inside? I already have the all American soap box derby version and the derby champions kit II. Being an El Camino owner, I always want more but I need something besides the box to compel me on this one.

About 20% of the kit parts content is different than the showroom stock/derby kit version.  Don't have time to watch the video to see what he said, but as just three examples, this kit has a wood engraved pickup bed floor, mini-tubs, and an electric fan on the radiator ...TB 

Edited May 11 by tim boyd

[redscampi]

31 minutes ago, tim boyd said:

About 20% of the kit parts content is different than the showroom stock/derby kit version.  Don't have time to watch the video to see what he said, but as just three examples, this kit has a wood engraved pickup bed floor, mini-tubs, and an electric fan on the radiator ...TB 

Thanks for the info, Tim. Definitely tips the scale a little!

Wait...wood bed? I'm probably out. I get that some folks do this but definitely no my cup of tea.

Edited May 11 by redscampi

[Luc Janssens]

Just look at the video to see what differs between this one and stock, also think his built came out pretty good.

Edited May 11 by Luc Janssens

[deuces wild]

I don't mind the wood bed and the wider "mini tub" inner panels... You could add slicks and mags from another kit out back.. I never did like those ugly mags and tires from this kit..🤢

I have the older release from the 2000s....

[stavanzer]

It has a Nifty Blower for the Big Block, too.

So this is an Custom Version, and the Soap Box Derby version is all stock.

Guido, I agree with you about the wheels. They're not bad really, but have absolutely no Pizzazz! They are the worst possible thing a Mag Wheel can be.. Boring.

I wish Round2 had thrown in a set of those ubiquitous 5 spokes that they always used as an option in other kits.

Edited May 11 by stavanzer

[1972coronet]

I dig the lowered suspension the most. Wood bed floor is interesting ; appears to be nicely executed. 

The rims don't bother me (most 1980s and 1990s custom rims do not appeal to me) - at least they're not dime-a-dozen Centerlines. 

The engine looks quite nice. Too bad that the provision for the A/C compressor is there, but doesn't provide for the non-stock hoses and routing. I'm not aware of any oxidiser (GMC-type esp.) which would allow for A/C, let alone power brake booster. But, that's just being petty on my part.
Similarly, I wish that the transmission's oil pan was a separate item.

Oddly, air cleaner decals are included... but no where to put 'em ! Haha. That being said ; the decal sheet is very well executed. 

[Can-Con]

It's always been a nice kit. A couple odd choices for the custom parts like that super obscure B&M fuel injection setup and the wood bed floor. Don't believe I've ever seen an Elcamino with a wood bed in real life but it's different.

As for the wheels, nice to see something besides another set of Torque Thrusts. They're a nice wheel but just done to death since the late '90s. 

The Halibrand style would be a common choice for when the kit was originally tooled up and they're great for other applications. [hint hint 😁]

[stavanzer]

The S-10 Xtreme Wheels might look pretty good on the Elky!

[Bills72sj]

I have always wanted to own a 1:1 68-70 El Camino. (My 1st car was a 68 Malibu) I have used this kit for 2 custom projects. I need to build a Day Two version for my collection.

[Ron Hamilton]

He did a fine job on this one. I have several AMT 68 El Camino kits, including the last issue of the street machine.  I plan to use some ZForce Modelworx wheels and a Texas 3D LS engine and Transmission.