Mr. Moparman Posted August 20, 2011 Posted August 20, 2011 Accoriding to the newest eposide of Gearz, which was the Revell Model Contest Winners episode, Revell is considering putting a 1/25 scale version of Stacey David's Rat Roadster into production. "I was so inspired by a model that was entered in the contest and the real car, I said we had to make a kit of it", says Ed Sexton of Revell, Inc. It is aready in the design phases and Revell says it should be out by mid to late 2012. I would buy one, would you?
FordRodnKustom Posted August 20, 2011 Posted August 20, 2011 Any new kit choice is good news! Looks doable with the existing Deuce molds and some new specific parts added. I don't see much "Rat" in this roadster though!
mikemodeler Posted August 20, 2011 Posted August 20, 2011 Watched today's episode and while I was glad to see some time spent on the models, I am not sure if we need another '32 Ford Roadster kit. Granted it will be a tie-in to the show and probably have something to do with next year's contest, but I have enough '32 kits to last me a lifetime. It would be nice to see something else kitted from that show that isn't as common- like the Copperhead Chevy Pickup, the V-8 Miata, any of the late model Jeeps he has done- something new!
Eshaver Posted August 20, 2011 Posted August 20, 2011 Before all you cry babies go down on me , I ask the question , "IS THERE A NEED " ? First, there are already enough kits with these parts about plastic land . Then too, we have Norman Veeber who already does just about every conceivable 1932 Ford already NOT on the market . Common people , do we really need to expend time on yet another 1932Ford Roadster ? Ed Shaver
a/gass Posted August 20, 2011 Posted August 20, 2011 i say make the rims & tires and sell`em in a parts pack - the rest dont matter much to me - be a good kit to rob parts from though lol.
timc Posted August 20, 2011 Posted August 20, 2011 I would buy a couple or four. The new wheels and tires are worth the price of admission along with the new headers and front fenders. I know there is already a bunch of 32 ford kits already but if you add new parts they will sell. The revell monogram kits are great,if you can get a good paint job on them they almost fall together.Just my 2 cents bigtim.
niteowl7710 Posted August 20, 2011 Posted August 20, 2011 Probably would be a decent seller, especially since the Roadster hasn't been out recently as Dave pointed out. Personally I have "-11" interest in this one.
MikeMc Posted August 20, 2011 Posted August 20, 2011 (edited) http://www.modelcars...ndpost&p=508534 I believe if you watch..its going to be in 1/12 scale......Its also called the "Rat Roaster"...... http://www.hotrodins...1290147718.html Interesting idea for large scale Edited August 20, 2011 by MIKE THE MANIAC
Scale-Master Posted August 20, 2011 Posted August 20, 2011 i say make the rims & tires and sell`em in a parts pack - the rest dont matter much to me - be a good kit to rob parts from though lol. I'm with you on that! It looks clean in that photo, but the styling does nothing for me. Almost like it is trying to be too many different styles mashed together.
Bernard Kron Posted August 20, 2011 Posted August 20, 2011 (edited) Thanx for the discussion guys, especially Dave Zinn's parts analysis. IMHO 1/8th would be an impressive model in some ways, but definitely not a big seller. On the other hand, if they really did a proper replica of the Gearz TV car in 1/25th that would be big, IMHO, the style of the car appealing to younger, more contemporary modelers, and the kit itself offering a great trove of parts for more traditionally oriented builders. Definitely a way to stay close to the older Roadster molds and still come out with a dramatically freshened re-issue (sadly my dream of a proper Old School kit would have to be put off to another day, but as Ed points out the aftermarket and some kit bashing can easily take care of that). Indeed, if they did do a proper replica, this would be a breakthrough release, far more significant in a lot of ways than even the sedan and 5-window kits. The tires and wheels of the older releases of the roadster kit, and the motor, are really not parts I look forward to any more. But I seriously doubt they would get any further than externally visible details if they did go 1/25th if the 5-window is anything to go by... (mass offerings to the modeling gods that they finally abandon those terrible wide front tires/wheels, though) Regarding whether Revell should issue yet another Deuce, I agree with Dave that it's time for some sort of Roadster re-issue . We can't all hang out at model car contests, e-bay, and flea markets... Revell Deuce roadsters are starting to command a premium in these outlets, so there must be an emerging shortage. Model Roundup is asking $38.90 + shipping for the highboy roadster vs. $15.90 for the 5-window, and $19.90 for the sedan & 3-window kits. A quick search on e-bay reveals only one Revell 1/25th on offer, relatively cheap at $5.95 + $10.50 shipping with only one bid and 4+ days to go. I'm curious as to where it lands up so I'll track it. Edited August 20, 2011 by Bernard Kron
MikeMc Posted August 20, 2011 Posted August 20, 2011 I rewatched the show...I may have misspoke on the scale. Stacey did not say the scale...only pointed to the fresh large casting in front of him...I suspect after rewatching it is a 1/12 th scale...I do not know, but that casting was huge!!
Jon Cole Posted August 21, 2011 Posted August 21, 2011 When I read "Rat Roadster", that... was not what I expected to see. I was thinking "rat" as in overall style. Having said that, no complaints from me! Hope it's a 'standard' scale, as opposed to large. If there is some new parts tooled up, I don't see that as a budget breaker for Revell. Modified reissues are common fare for model companies.
Longbox55 Posted August 21, 2011 Posted August 21, 2011 Its also called the "Rat Roaster"...... That is correct. The intent is not that it's a "rat" as in "rat rod", but rather that it's a Rat, as in Big Block Chevy, Roaster, as in beat them in a drag race. The theme of the build is to be a circa-'68 hot rod, fastest car in the valley, and to beat the musclecars. BTW, the car has a 100% steel body, no fiberglass, It's a Brookville body and chassis, with a functional rumble seat.
Casey Posted August 21, 2011 Posted August 21, 2011 1/8 scale would be ideal, as the ex-Monogram "Big" '32s are due for some updating beyond the decal sheets. I don't care all that much for the Rat Roadster, but for those who buil din 1/8 scale, it'd be nice to have a BBC and blower setup, as well as the Moon fuel tank, an accurate set of Halibrand Sprint wheels, and maybe even some wider slicks. Do it, Revell!
jeffs396 Posted August 21, 2011 Posted August 21, 2011 Wish they'd tool up an all-new early Bronco like he built several years ago, or the green Willys wagon
tabsscale1 Posted August 21, 2011 Posted August 21, 2011 I would buy one or two of these in 1/25 scale but not 1/8
mistermodel Posted August 21, 2011 Posted August 21, 2011 I'b buy one in 1/25Looks like a bit of a copy cat of limefire from the late 80's. same colour,wheels and b&m blower
Greg Myers Posted August 21, 2011 Posted August 21, 2011 Sign me up. Can't have too many hot rods. Look at all those cool parts. Hmmmmm. put a coupe body in there and maybe an AG coupe ?
MikeMc Posted August 21, 2011 Posted August 21, 2011 Well Dave...If you don't know about it...How can you comment about it? Each to his own....Here is the buildup...you might be surprised..... http://staceydavid.com/projects/rat-roaster
Scale-Master Posted August 21, 2011 Posted August 21, 2011 (edited) That is correct. The intent is not that it's a "rat" as in "rat rod", but rather that it's a Rat, as in Big Block Chevy, Roaster, as in beat them in a drag race. The theme of the build is to be a circa-'68 hot rod, fastest car in the valley, and to beat the musclecars. BTW, the car has a 100% steel body, no fiberglass, It's a Brookville body and chassis, with a functional rumble seat. But it doesn't have a BB "Rat" motor, it has a SB "Mouse" motor... Edited August 21, 2011 by Scale-Master
Mr. Moparman Posted August 21, 2011 Author Posted August 21, 2011 i think the name was just poorly chosen for the car. whether it's supposed to be a mouse powered "rat roaster" or whatever it is the name is just lost especially in todays "rat rod" minded public that see's anything like a '32 Ford as a cool rat rod and no longer a street rod or hot rod. there are some other wacky names applied to Gearz projects like the Dragon Wagon(sp) Dodge pick-up project. not sure how that name was chosen but it too seems to be just a bit off. i do enjoy Stacey Davids enthusiasm though as a show host and i remember him from when he did the other truck themed show and built the way cool early Bronco. he does seem to quite enjoy his job and have fun doing what he does. It is Drag'n'Wagon. He combined Super Bee, Little Red Wagon, and fantasy together! Dynamite!
Darin Bastedo Posted August 21, 2011 Posted August 21, 2011 Any new kit choice is good news! Looks doable with the existing Deuce molds and some new specific parts added. I don't see much "Rat" in this roadster though! What I see here that makes me drool, is the correct fenders, headers and smallblock chevy engine, that combined with a chopped 5 window body, and the sectioned duece grill from MCG and I have a great start on a Revell based John Milner Coupe.
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