Casey Posted October 24, 2013 Posted October 24, 2013 Is there anyone who has an original kit and can take photo's of the contents? Because IIRC the side panels (behind the front doors and between the upper beltline and roof) were separate parts, so if the inserts of window option still exist, it would be neat just to include it as a option for those who can handle a saw and knife ;^) The side panels have been permanently and irreversibly "installed", so this body can never go back to the original version with upper separate inserts without a major reworking of the body shell. I'm guessing Round2 looked into that possibility, but considering the most recent "Dirty Donny" version is what currently exists, and the Rescue version's box art depicts a panel van, going back to the original body shell isn't something I'd expect to ever see happen. Here's the original Rescue version:
disabled modeler Posted December 9, 2013 Posted December 9, 2013 I have the(mini motor home)and stock Chevy window van from my dads old collection been trying to restore was hoping the new release had the original options too....bummer!...there great kits! My mini motor home one needs the raise roof parts and glass...other is rough..they also had opening hoods.
migace Posted January 16, 2014 Posted January 16, 2014 looks like this van is in stock on Tower's site! Who is getting one first?
1972coronet Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 I just ordered one from Model Roundup (the red-moulded version at that) and am now anxiously awaiting its delivery . The box art alludes to having the sidelight ( colloq. , "windows" ) inserts ... remains to be seen . I don't care either way ; just nice to have this bad boy back in the mix !
disabled modeler Posted January 24, 2014 Posted January 24, 2014 I just ordered one from Model Roundup (the red-moulded version at that) and am now anxiously awaiting its delivery . The box art alludes to having the sidelight ( colloq. , "windows" ) inserts ... remains to be seen . I don't care either way ; just nice to have this bad boy back in the mix ! If it has the optional side panels I will get one or more of them.
Casey Posted January 25, 2014 Posted January 25, 2014 The box art alludes to having the sidelight ( colloq. , "windows" ) inserts ... remains to be seen . If it has the optional side panels I will get one or more of them. The side box art has been updated to reflect the lack of any side windows, so as stated in post #2, this is strictly a cargo van now:
disabled modeler Posted January 25, 2014 Posted January 25, 2014 That is a bummer Casey....Hopefully there wont be any porthole windows per-opened at least as the box art shows...at least that will get some possible optional building choices to the builder with extra parts from a parts bin they might have. Too bad though...the window van was a cool option.
hooknladderno1 Posted January 25, 2014 Posted January 25, 2014 Perhaps someone will offer the original "optional side panels" in resin. I would imagine that the cut outs for the side panels would be on the inside of the van body, unless they retooled it. Just a thought - "hint, hint, hint"... David
disabled modeler Posted January 25, 2014 Posted January 25, 2014 Perhaps someone will offer the original "optional side panels" in resin. I would imagine that the cut outs for the side panels would be on the inside of the van body, unless they retooled it. Just a thought - "hint, hint, hint"... David That would be nice David...I have the window van and the one they called the Mini Motor Home open road both build ups needing work and parts from my dads old stuff...very cool kits.
tim boyd Posted January 25, 2014 Posted January 25, 2014 I'm guessing this '72 Chevy Sportvan Strip 'n' Surf version, kit T518, came after the Rescue version, but here's a look at that kit, courtesy of a current eBay listing: Wow Casey...I never knew any version of this kit existed with a set of surfboards and a blown 454 option! Thanks for posting this....TIM
Edsel-Dan Posted January 26, 2014 Posted January 26, 2014 Sadly, The retooling of the body did NOT leave markings for cutting out the sides for use of the Window panels! I have the A-Team issue I have been working one since First issued! You CAN see the marks for the windows in the rear doors though. However, it would be MUCH easier to cut them out After cutting the doors loose from the body!! I did that on my Blue department Rescue Built from a "Sunchaser" issue!
checkmate Posted February 5, 2014 Posted February 5, 2014 (edited) The 73 issue had the 454 option and surfboards also. (Red, white and blue box art) Going of the contents it's virtually identical to the Strip and Surf van, except the decals. Edited February 5, 2014 by checkmate
Danno Posted February 5, 2014 Posted February 5, 2014 Ahhhh, but would there be enough interest in window vans to merit a resin caster's effort?
Casey Posted February 9, 2014 Posted February 9, 2014 Ahhhh, but would there be enough interest in window vans to merit a resin caster's effort? Maybe, but I doubt it. Maybe if the caster offered a dedicated window van body with the insert already molded in place, the drip rails back in place, and a few bench seats. The clear windows might be a challenge, too.
mikemodeler Posted February 9, 2014 Posted February 9, 2014 Maybe, but I doubt it. Maybe if the caster offered a dedicated window van body with the insert already molded in place, the drip rails back in place, and a few bench seats. The clear windows might be a challenge, too. Casey, couldn't one create the windows with some clear plastic? IIRC there weren't any compound shapes to those side windows.
1972coronet Posted February 14, 2014 Posted February 14, 2014 Just got the one which I'd ordered a few weeks ago ; the red-colour-mould version (by choice) . I was happy to see : - Restoration of the ambre and red exterior lighting - Front seats were also restored - Snow tyres I for one am pleased as pie to see this kit --in any incarnation-- available again !
Danno Posted February 14, 2014 Posted February 14, 2014 Casey, couldn't one create the windows with some clear plastic? IIRC there weren't any compound shapes to those side windows. Correct. Side windows are flat.
mikemodeler Posted February 15, 2014 Posted February 15, 2014 Ahhhh, but would there be enough interest in window vans to merit a resin caster's effort? Considering the windows are pretty simple to create, what if someone were to offer a template for a window van? One could trace an outline and then using some basic tools cut out the windows, no?
RodneyBad Posted February 15, 2014 Posted February 15, 2014 Very Possible Outside view Inside view There is a step ledge to hold it in the body on the inside and a ledge on the outside to fit flush.
Nick Winter Posted February 15, 2014 Posted February 15, 2014 I've had mine for about two weeks now, there are a few parts omitted vs the original Rescue van, No window inserts as mentioned, no Police parts (Ie big bumper ETC). However, decal sheet is a beautiful and so are the new tires.
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