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• Anybody here use Ken's Kustom Dice? I don't think I've seen them on a build before. *NM*
  • Re: I might have some somewhere, however they seem a bit out of scale to me. *NM*
  • As Nick said, they are a bit oversize, but have the effect *NM* *PIC*
• Pair o' Deuces *PIC*
  • Terry, I noticed the grille on the coupe appears to be mounted in the channeled location. *NM*
    • My 1st comment may seem odd but the body doesn't look channeled. May be my field of vision. As I recall the kit showed that hood with the channeled version. Just thinking out loud. Excuse the ring.😀 *NM*
      • Rich, you don't see that look everyday but it's a look... *NM* *PIC*
• No car shows or big drag races, that I know of, in the area this weekend, so I found another way to get my horsepower fix.... *PICS* *LINK*
  • Great shots Marty. I do have one question. No masks or social distancing in Illinois? *NM*
    • Masks are mandated when social distancing is not possible....
      • I was basing my question upon what I saw in your photos. You say not a problem but in photos I saw potential problems. I'm sitting in a state where no more than 50 people are allowed in church. NASCAR racing today had NO SPECTATORS. *NM*
        • New Brunswick Canada 176 confirmed cases, 168 recovered, 2 deaths... I wear a mask whenever and wherever social distancing is not feasible... My "freedom to choose" never factors into the decision... It's called being aware of the risks and being responsible. *NM* *LINK*
          • Bingo! *NM*
          • I agree. I will not get into the political issues, but I cannot fathom why some folks will not take such simple sensible steps to lessen the spread of a potentially fatal disease. *NM*
            • It should never have been a political issue... Historian pundits will be expounding for decades about the year a pandemic collided with a US General Election. *NM*
        • All those carbon credits being spent probably killed any COVID 19 infected molecules in the area. *NM*
          • I'm no expert but I doubt it. Brain cells maybe. *NM*
        • Rich, perhaps you are not taking into account that the governors of each state more or less decides that kind of stuff. *NM*
          • Yes, Jim I am. I've seen how some governors, including mine are dealing with it. *NM*
  • Would anyone happen to make decals similar to the "GOLD RUSH" name on the side of this tractor. It'd make a great drag car name *NM* *PIC*
    • There is this old MPC Dodge van kit *PIC*
  • Would anyone happen to make decals similar to the "GOLD RUSH" name on the side of this tractor? It'd make a great drag car name *NM* *PIC*
    • Oops! Sorry for the double post. *NM*
  • Re: Great pics Marty as it has been several years since I've been to truck & tractor pull events at our county fair. Thanks! *NM*
  • Oh man! They do put on a show don't they?!? Now you've got me thinking about a new project... *NM*
  • AND....some denim in the background! hehe *NM*
  • :ooked to be a great show. Haven't seen that many minis at the ones around me. craig cochran *NM*
  • those are some awesome machines!
  • Yep, like they used to say when I was working in Iowa," Nothing Runs Like a Deere.......or smells like a john." *NM*
• RE: Earlier Engine Color posting. Carl, inside is a HUGE FILE which I scanned since the "dark ages" of typewriters. It includes engine, air cleaner, valve cover color info and model paint reference for the Big Three. Copy + Paste pages to save to your computer...SCANS INSIDE
  • I generally paint according ro my tastes; couldn't care less what the factory did. *NM*
    • Then my efforts weren't for you. *NM*
      • (that's funny! hehe) *NM*
  • Rich, this is GREAT! Thanks so much *NM*
    • Glad someone may use. *NM*
  • Thanks for that Rich. Mr. Piagari obviously put a lot of effort into that, and it's a good general reference. Somewhat simplified. I have a good guide for, at least Mopar engines, that goes into a lot more detail for most (although no x-reference to hobby paints). *LINK*
    • Bill, I'll grant you it's old info but much of it is not only accurate but informative, considering it was researched and typed without a computor. *NM*
• '32 *PIC*
  • Great build Terry!! *NM*
  • Right back at ya, Terry...... *NM* *PIC*
    • You guys are tough! *NM*
  • Both are cool builds. *NM*
  • Thats the really old AMT original? Looks slick! *NM*
• COUPLE OF PROJECTS I'll be getting back to along with my 59 Corvette " Old Reliable" PICS and thanks for looking
  • I like both of those, cool! *NM*
• Here's a hypothetical car question....
  • '65 409 (only one version) was rated at 340 hp as I recall. Regardless, the 396 would probably have been a bit better, otherwise why bother bringing it out? *NM*
    • Manufacturing costs? Weren't they both originally truck engines? *NM*
      • Both saw use in trucks, don't think either was specifically designed as a truck engine though *NM*
        • IIRC, the W motor was originally designed as a truck engine but the "horsepower wars" made them adapt it. But some sources say it was always meant for both. Is there a definitive source? Not sure. *NM*
          • This is what I seem to remember. *NM*
    • IIRC, the whole point of the 396 design was the better breathing with inclined valves ("porcupine head"). So I'd go with the 396 over the 409, all things being equal. *NM*
    • Some BBC truck engines have a taller deck height making intakes non interchageable. Cranks have a much longer stroke as well ...... one version) was rated at 340 hp as I recall. Regardless, the 396 would probably have been a bit better, otherwise why bother bringing it out? *NM*
  • A factory 425 hp 409 vs an L-78 396 in cars with all else being equal would be pretty close, I would bet.
  • Well they came in 340HP, 400HP and 425HP versions which was more than any 396 anyway as in stock. *NM*
  • The 396.. It would rev better than the 409 the lowest 396 was under rated at 325 up but ruled has it. It was closer to 350 or 360 hp. *NM*
    • The 409 was at the end of its evolution but the 396 had only begun. The 409 would be relegated to the "boat anchor" category *NM*
  • The 396 appeared in the '65 model year, in 325 & 425 HP versions;
  • In the 409 era, manufacturers rated horsepower as high as they dared to sell more cars. But by the mid '60s they wanted ratings LOW so they would fit in a lower class in NHRA, and would occasionally slide one in at an extremely low number,...
    • And not only that Tom, the insurance companies became aware of young men (and women) and their high horsepowered car ownership and accident rates. *NM*
      • Re: Ditto! *NM*
• I have suprised myself in how many I've gotten done so far this year! PICS
  • WOW!! *NM*
  • Really nice. Your '70 Impala is rocking the Arter Rake! *NM* *PIC*
    • Why do people continue to say "Arter Rake", when it was and is a very common thing among real cars and models. Not to detract from Irv's fine models; just curious. *NM*
  • Re: VERY nice! *NM*
  • That's an impressive output Robert! *NM*
  • ROCK-ON !!!! *NM*
• AMT 63 Stingray update. (PICS)
  • Looking good!! *NM*
  • Color me a teeny bit surprised that the '63 promo and '67 detail/assembly kits did not interchange bits more easily
  • GIDDY-DI-UP........... *NM*
  • You can't build enough 63 Stingrays for me; I love 'em all. I have one 63 body yjat I painted with AMT Metalflake Root Beer over 50 years ago and I must say it looks pretty good and the paint looks new. I think I cracked the rear center post and never did finish it. Now
• Another one Gone! MPC 1978 Corvette is complete (PICS)
  • Need the decals from Billy Carter's pickem-up truck. :-) *NM*
  • You're getting quite a few projects finished up this year. Keep on building! *NM*
• Sunday photos.................................................................................................PICS
  • The Cheetah...! Be still my heart..! *NM*
  • Gorgeous blue Chevelle. *NM*
  • Great PICS as usual Nick! *NM*
  • IMHO . . . the Hurst 1970 Chrysler 300 is one of the most beautiful cars ever created . . . *NM*
  • Fun pics... the '62 300-H convert melts my butter that is a dead solid perfect build
  • Good stuff.....that 1st Gen Falcon shows why we need a kit of that car.......so many options.......they ran short tracks in Carolina's! *NM*
  • PS....is the EsPee Cab Forward a HO brass model??? I have a few in O.... *PIC*
    • Re: I believe it is an O scale engine. *NM*
  • If ever there were a concept car deserving of being kitted..... *NM* *PIC*
    • Re: That would be great as I have one of those from the Danbury/Franklin Mint. *NM*
  • Mmm nice pics, not your father's Buick... thanks for those. *NM*
  • I have a new affinity for Buicks...the two backup girls remind me of the lady on Drew Cary (sp) show...LOL...and the girl with the Falcon...looks like she's doing a clown routine! and Ed,,I agree on that blue Cheetah....love it! *NM*
• This has been sitting on my bench for a week awaiting the last few decals. *PIC*
  • Looking good Peter!! *NM*
  • That looks great! I have the Chryslers A, B, and C in progress that I want to paint black. I got another spare 55 300 kit and raided the wires from it for the AMT C kit. They look really good on it. *NM*
• They should be the same style, yeah. *NM*
• What is the best drop front axle for the AMT (and ex-MPC) Model As?
  • The older Revell Model A kits had some nice traditional front axle parts and are fairly easy to find cheap.
  • With a bit of work the Rev/Mono 32 Ford 3W/5W/Tudor & Speedwagon all use a Bell style Tube axle & are 1/25th scale. *NM*
    • Yep, the Speedwagon does have a decent elliptical front spring/tube setup. *NM*
  • For a drop-in fit I’d suggest the optional tube axle from the recently reissued AMT “Street Rods” ‘23 T kit. *NM*
  • Tim Boyd nearly has a PhD in street rod suspensions, he could weigh in. Unless I'm wrong, in his articles, the Revell A dropped axle was one of his go-tos *NM*
  • Many thanks to all - I have some of those bits to experiment with appreciated the suggestions! *NM*
  • I'm building my own for a AWB Nova because I couldn't find one I like. *NM*
  • Norm DOES do a nice slightly thicker drop front axle taken mostly from the Model A kits from Revell *NM*
• Yikes! Hope things improve soon Bill! *NM*
• Covington Va Car show 2020 *LINK* *PIC*
  • soooo..WHY is there no picture of that lady that ran up to your car???? hmmm? lol *NM*
  • Re: Covington Va Car show 2020.....Glad to see some 4drs included. Thanks for posting *NM*
  • Thank you for sharing the PICS! *NM*
  • Glad you finally got to go to a show, Dave.... Thanks for the pics.... LOVE the '56 Merc! *NM*
• Hey guys, need some help on a motorcycle kit...
  • Aoshima MAY have made a kit of it. *NM*
  • So far, all I've found is a diecast Honda Shadow VT1100C by Welly. *NM*
    • I saw that one but it doesn't look much like Ben's bike. If there was something close maybe I could kit bash one. *NM*
  • Airfix made a few 1/24 bikes sort of along those lines, Might get lucky. *NM*
  • The closest kit that looks like that bike that I've seen is the Tamiya Yamaha Virago, but it is an 1100cc and a Yamaha. If you got a Honda kit & that one you might be able to build something close. *NM*
  • Aoshima is rereleasing most/all of their motorcycles and I didn’t see that on their list. *NM*
• Anyone get aggravated trying to find factory colors for engines?
  • Look inside
    • Hakan's information is right on for those flatheads. It's not always easy (ergo my Board post a while back about Stovebolt colors), but even with something arcane like "Squarebird" Thunderbird engines, the stuff is out there, you just need to hone your search query *NM*
  • If you're not doing factory stock, rebuilt short blocks were widely available (including the Sears Roebuck catalog) and could be various colors. Just a thought. *NM*
  • P.S. Bill is also right. Between engine rebuilds and restorations, the colors you see on engines now aren't always completely accurate. Unless you're building for a contest, take that theory and run *NM*
  • Carl, inside is a HUGE FILE which I scanned since the "dark ages" of typewriters. It includes engine, air cleaner, valve cover color info and model paint reference for the Big Three. Copy + Paste pages to save to your computer...SCANS INSIDE
    • Rich, where you say "to the present" what date was the present when you compiled all that? It may be relevant to some changed paint colors, codes, and/or availability. THANK YOU so much for sharing what was obviously a LOT of effort. *NM*
      • That list is from the 80's. I did not compile. It was compiled by the person show on front page. I've had a paper copy since the 80's. Took a bit to scan but thought some folks may find useful. *NM*
        • Thanks for the response. So the colors are valid until at least sometime in the '80s. That is helpful to know. Do you have any idea roughly or specifically when in the '80s he did it? Thanks for the scans! *NM*
• A pair of ’88 Dodges for 8/8…pics
  • Traffic cones piled in the back of the drivers ed car - very nice touch! *NM*
  • Re: Lookin' good. *NM*
  • Ditto!!! *NM*
  • Nice! How are these kits in terms of buildability? You've done a great job, obviously! *NM*
  • Great Daytonas Chuck! *NM*
    • Thanks, Bob, and a few more non '88 Daytonas…pics
      • Sorry, I forgot my Daytona Spyder...pic
        • More cool builds. That green '69 is pretty. The Spyder looks great in that color. Love the exaggerated wing on the Integra! lol *NM*
  • Nicely done! I have one of those I haven't even started yet. *NM*
  • I don't think I've ever seen that kit built that nice before! *NM*
  • I remember seeing those in the store as a kid, but even then, I was leaning toward the 50s and 60s reissues *NM*
  • Nice, rarely see them built up.
  • Cool looking cars! I really liked those cars when they were around, I wanted to buy an 85 but didn't. *NM*
• Question for the old truck folks-How close is the 41 Chevrolet Pick Up cab/nose if i wanted to drop it on an Opel Blitz chassis to make this? Front fenders would need to be modified but what else? *NM* *PIC*
  • You just got my attention! *NM*
  • It can be done. I used that combo for this *LINK* *PIC*
    • Wow. You really captured the look of an old wrecker! *NM*
  • Good pic of fire truck with that cab down the board in Terry's misc chevy post you can see detail better! *NM*
  • I believe Bill Borgen covered this plan in one of the model magazines years ago . It was built as a heavy lifting truck at a quarry with a very good ficticous historical story . *NM*
  • I wouldn't think there would be any issues at all. Cab mounts might be different because of the small frame the pickup has but that is easy to remedy.
  • I haven’t had much luck looking for a Blitz. *NM*
    • Yeah, was kinda surprised to see what they've been listed for on ebay of late, gotten rather pricey-I actually picked up a couple many years back for possible projects and still have em so luckily dont need to try to find one *NM*
  • Many thanks guys! *NM*
• Progress report on some AMT 63 Corvette kiits (PICS)
  • Cool projects! For accuracy, you may want to change the shape of the rear corners of the hood. They’re rounded on the AMT kit, but pointy on the 1:1. You can use the Revell ‘67 donor’s hood as reference. *NM*
• What the world needs desperate now is (make it so Round-2 ;) *PIC*
  • World? Hope you get one. I pass.😀 *NM*
  • Sorry, but no..... I had one way back when (it was a "gift")... Never did anything with it and had a hard time finding anybody who wanted to take it off my hands. *NM*
  • Luc, I hope you got the A/C installed in-house, and you can cool down now- easy boy, easy... *NM*
    • Yes since last week, and just in time cuz we're having a heat wave here mid to high 90s F
  • Bought one at a flea market--looked it over--couldn't dump it fast enough--lucky to get my $$ out of it... *NM*
  • Could this be the next worst kit???…pics
    • Hey...I had one of those. It wasn't THAT bad. Never did build it, and I don't know where it went. *NM*
    • Chuck, there are a lot of WORSE KITS than the one you pictured. With small parts differences it's just like the Ice Patrol and other Revell 1/25 pickups. Any truck kit has possibilities including this relic from AMT ....PIC
      • Rich, I had fun building this relic from AMT over 20 years ago…pics
        • Chuck, I have a couple of those. I've been pondering a rebuild of the rebuilder I acquired as pictured. Will be trying more realistic tanks, chassis, etc. Time will tell. *NM*
    • "worst kit?" probsbly not; just the decals make it a bad looking kit. *NM*
  • With different decals, you could make a lot of variants if your politics are offended. *NM*
    • Maybe not as bad with different decals, and some variants…pics
      • There you go. Those are beauties. Love the dune buggy. Where did it and the trailer come from? *NM*
  • That reminds me. Years ago when I was checking one at Hobby Heaven I stuck the nose-piece (the teeth) in my mouth and walked into the office to the amusement of my employees. (Sales-wise though, they're a dud.) Oh, and don't worry,...
    • I had it right now I would start looking for Corona beer decals ;)
      • If I had it right now...Doh! *NM*
  • A good laugh....(nothing political meant with it) thanks for the replies guys! *NM*
• Original AMT custom '64 Merc vert rebuild PICS
  • Wow!!! I REALLY LIKE THAT COLOR!!! *NM*
    • x2 *NM*
  • Great save!!!! I really like the tonneau cover over the back seat area... Is that a kit piece? *NM*
    • I think so but not 100% on that. I had it in my parts box. *NM*
    • Marty..... I believe that tonneau came on the 60 Mercury, It could have been included in other AMT's of the era, but all I know it came on my Mercury *NM*
  • Fantastic save Ron! *NM*
  • WOW...just WOW. Super color choice! *NM*
  • Sweeeet! *NM*
  • Great save Ron....... I bet if you tucked the wheels in it would be a great boat. *NM*
  • That interior-exterior color combo looks terrific! *NM*
  • Great save. Very cool custom parts! *NM*
• Rats. No Misc. Mopar Madness. Hope they get your power on soon, Bill. Can I fill in with some Chevys? *PICS*
  • You should make this a weekly thing Terry...... You may have opened up a can of worms. *NM*
    • I'll second that motion.... *NM*
    • Throw in B-O-P, Caddy and GMC, maybe an Opel or two. Call it General Madness. *NM*
  • Ya done good, Terry.... Seriously diggin' that '61 bubbletop! *NM*
    • X2! What a great lookin' car. *NM*
      • Re: X2! What a great lookin' car......X3......You know I like it!! *NM*
  • Thanks Terry!! *NM*
  • Seeing that '51 Chevy with a spotlight reminded me of a tale my parents told. When I was just a baby they had a '50 Chevy convertible with a spotlight. Dad had one on most of his cars. The last one was a '60 Mercury. Anyway, they were on the road in the wee hours of the *PIC*
  • Thanks for filling in Terry. Some good stuff there! *NM*
• Lots of good reference on the web...
• O/T:Thanks Microspft for the forced update in the middle of the night that screwed up everything!!!!!
  • I feel your pain! Got things all changed around on my screen too and I can't get them off!! (*^%%(&^%(^%#@*(^(!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! *NM*
  • New iMac. *NM* *PIC*
    • Except that Apple did one of those stealth updates on our iMac that cost me a bunch of programs. They all do it. *NM*
      • You can turn that off. *PIC*
        • Correct! PC, Mac or mobile device, every private user should take the time to seek out and disable all system and app automatic updates. I also did it to the Sync 3 in my Ford Focus. *NM*
  • Just curious. Can yo get a "forced" update if your computer is NOT connected to the internet when you're not using? *NM*
    • I doubt it but watch out because it'll be lurking and waiting until you do connect... Then BOUM... *NM*
      • I asked because I connect to internet manually when needed and don't allow automatic updates. I been doing this quite awhile to try my best to avoid unwanted "stuff". *NM*
  • Re: Nightmare update
    • Mine updated without a hitch. Makes me wonder what the problem could be for so many here. *NM*
      • exactly the case here too...they got some hacky spyware apps. Google Chrome would be first suspect. *NM*
• And how does one post pics from FB? cuz the URL doesn't end with GIF/PNG/JPG *NM*
• Hope you and your Mom are okay. I wonder if she could join you at work since I assume the generator can handle the AC? Although Covid-19 issues might make that not such a good idea in some respects. Are your and her places okay other than being without power? Be safe! *NM*
• Hey Bill, I forwarded the pics emails to you, too. I think the pics will come with the forwards, but if not, let me know if you would like to have them and perhaps save and provide a link? They are not the greatest pics but could be helpful to folks considering a purchase. *NM*
• Speaking of which, Moebius seems to be doing well or am I out of the loop? *NM*
  • Since the Ford pickups were tooled up a few years ago already, nothing realy new, and the flat bed trailer is a modified release, we also don't see Dave Metzner here as often as we used to, so maybe he doesn't have any teasers for us plastic junkies *PIC*
• I use Imgur. I'm not the most prolific of builders but it is free. *NM*
• Stay safe, Bill, that's the important thing! *NM*
• Other cars were happening in 1957. What's not to like?PIC
  • Except for that Z thing on the rear quarter that's pretty cool! *NM*
    • Guess Zorro had it in for AMC- who'd of thunk? *NM*
  • But where was the '58 version? It didn't appear because very few people went for the '57 *NM*
    • Regardless of the comments I think it's cool (including the Z). You guys remember Pontiac and Oldsmobile, right? *NM*
• O/T: Heading to 1st car show of the year......gotta go to VA about 175 miles round trip....wish me luck! *PIC*
  • WOW! Your trees are turning color already?? *NM*
    • Just my favorite photo....about 2 miles from my house.
  • Re: Lookin' good and trailers are for race cars and boats. *NM*
  • Good luck on your trip! Where's the car show, at Cooters? *NM*
  • Sorry Dave but I hope you have trouble and you decide to get rid of that and sell it to me CHEAP after all you bought your coupe right out from under me he didn't take my offer but I wanted him to think about it for a while and the car was less than 10 miles from me
• I'm sorry that I forgot, but who was it that contacted me off of the board about the front end high rise parts that came on my white 1968 GTO build? Contact me again, I have something for you. *NM*
  • You are too young to be having a Senior Moment! *NM*
  • Looking for them or trading them off? *NM*
    • He was wondering if he could have those parts if I wasn't using them but I threw them out (they were total junk). I just got some more of those parts and I want to give them to him. Was it you? *NM*
• Thanks again for all the great comments!! *NM*
• need to get moving on some stalled projects.....pics
  • Busy, busy... What is the source for that engine for your '70 Camaro? *NM*
    • Bill, engine was from Clearly scale resins but unfortunately I think he had some health problems and the site is down. *NM*
• My next "long term" full custom project ?? ,, AMT '65 Impala box art custom built with Revell kit. , , [PICS]
  • Nice looking project Steve. *NM*
  • I do have one of those hoods in pretty good shape. Email me your address, and I'll send it along. *NM*
    • That's just super ,, e-mail sent Jim. *NM*
  • Very cool. It's been neat to see you and rdean using all those custom parts from the old AMT annuals *NM*
  • Kinda looks like a Covair in the front. *NM*
    • That's what I was thinking too. Neat project Steve! *NM*
  • Awesome project Steve!!! If anyone else has the parts and wants to use them, they fit the Hasegawa ‘65 Chevy Hardtop as well as the body was copied directly from the old AMT Annual kit. *NM*
    • Only slightly highjacking this thread to suggest...
      • The '66 Modified Stocker is out now *NM*
• MUST BE THE MEDS....... Put a little skin coat of ZAP ( glue with the spray harder) in a few areas to get the final fill areas before I put a skin coat of putty before my final primer and sand. Today was my best day so far. PICS and thanks for looking
  • Yup..that is my favorite one you've ever done... *NM*
  • You're the MAN Frank!! *NM*
  • Very, very cool! *NM*
  • Re: Lookin' good. *NM*
  • Most cars look awkward when stretched like that, but the Cobra shell looks completely natural *NM*
  • Cool and glad you're feeling better too! *NM*
  • Good work...good to see you back in production mode. *NM*
• I'd like to promote TheOldMotor.com. Every day, a couple of interesting vintage auto photos are posted and opened for comment. On Friday's, vintage Kodachrome photos are posted. *LINK* *PIC*
• Friday Evening Randomness..... ENJOY!!!! *PICS*
  • Who doesn't like a good Woodie...... I see what your doing Cobra man *NM*
    • ...... I see what your doing Cobra man. PIC
  • I'd take this...if I could get away with it!! *NM* *PIC*
  • ...and also this...if I could get away with it! *NM* *PIC*
  • Nice pics Marty, the 41-48 Chev pickup with the 37/38 Ford headlights is a neat idea, actually suits the car really well. *NM*
  • Rebel..Rebel.....thx *NM*
  • Thank you for sharing the PICS! *NM*
    • Re: Ditto! *NM*
  • Nice pics as always. Does anyone know who cast the Montego GT? *NM*
  • Another great bunch, Marty. Fun vintage photo of the Ford roadster and the shaved 55/56 Ford hardtop *NM*
  • I saw the Thomas Flyer right where it's setting in that photo when my Uncle took me and my dad on vacation in 87. *NM*
    • I took that pic at the Harrah's Auto Museum, in Reno NV, while on vacation with my parents, back in 1976. *NM*
      • Re: I was there at the Museum in '78. *NM*
  • I like the idea behind the Challenger wagon but the position of the 'B' pillar bothers me. *NM*
    • I agree about the b pillar.... Should have aligned it with the back edge of the door. *NM*
      • Oh, and thanks for the pic of my 'cuda. *NM*
• Get Well Quick!! Lovin that Cobra!!! *NM*
• Message from chopper
  • good news saw the post on FB too *NM*
  • YIPPY get well *NM*
  • I'll be thinking of you Chopper. GWS Buddy !! *NM*
  • Glad to hear he is doing better! *NM*
• That's a Fujimi Nissan Stagea. Wagon version of the Skyline with all the good bits. *NM*
  • Cool! I have one of those too! *NM*
• Re:The color on the 89'vette is a real eye catcher!! *NM*
  • The color is famous TS-54 light metallic blue *NM*
    • Taminya not famous. Stupid auto-correct *NM*
• I won't miss Office if it does go away. I've been using Libre Office for years, totally compatible with all MS Office apps. Try it, it"s free. *NM*
• You can have too many projects??? I just counter 15 engines on my temp bench. I've got some catching up to do. *NM*
• Just got an e-mail from Scale Auto saying that the October issue is my last one and I will be refunded the rest of my subscription. When I called about this a few weeks ago they were very nice and understanding. *NM*
  • Got same email today......RIP SAE *NM*
  • I am still waiting on mine! *NM*
  • I asked if I could get backissues instead of having the rest of my subscription filled with FSM, my Dad already subscribes too.
• Opening the computer, removing the balky hard drive and installing a new one and closing it all back up was the part I was afraid to do. I know it is relatively simple in theory, but since I had Geek Squad service contract good for three devices from when I bought my
• Very nice...that's one on my to do list. *NM*
• Wow, looks like it is ready to explode...lol *NM*
• Just don't scare us anymore...lol *NM*
• Some updates on other old Vettes, these are AMTs 70 & 71 (PICS)
  • They look great!!! *NM*
  • Nice set of vettes! *NM*
  • Re:Very nice!, i built a 69'vette in fathom green a couple years ago and used the 70'impala wheels as well. *NM*
• Attention Richard Lehman, your order for headers went into the post office just before lunch today. I was told you should get them on Tuesday. I sure hope so. *NM*
• king Chopper. I was looking at the box after bringing the kit home and the center dude to me looks like Jack Nicholson *NM*
  • Accidentally on purpose???? *NM*
• Neat little kit. *PIC*
  • A happy build Terry! *NM*
  • That it is! *NM*
• Some ’87??? Ford Trucks for 8/7…pics
  • What a great collection Chuck!! *NM*
  • Nice work! *NM*
• Photo post for Andy Douglas. This is his '41 Plymouth Coupe. I'll post a few more as I have time...PIC
  • Re: VERY nice! *NM*
  • Oops totally forgot....my apologies Andy! *NM*
  • Hmm. Pic not showing up. But I am seeing pics in other posts. *NM*
    • Dave, the photo host is down! *NM*
      • I see it now. *NM*
  • She's a beauty! Great color choice as well! *NM*
  • Here's an interior shot...PIC
    • Is it truly a right hand drive?? *NM*
      • Well yeah, Andy's in Australia. He also has an Aussie '40 Dodge which I'll post later. *NM*
        • Andy's Plymouth description: I also had a 1941 Plymouth Coupe from 2006 to 2014, factory RHD export car assembled in South Africa imported into Oz in the 1990’s. I bought it as an older restoration, tidied it up, lowered it, etc. Sold it like a dope, lol.
  • Rich..many thanks for the posts,in Oz we only had 4dr sedans & utes for 1941,this Coupe I had was an Auxillary Seat Coupe with the small folding rear seats,Fulton 1000 series sun visor, I was building a finned headed,twin carbed 230/T5 combo to go hunt some Frods, lol. *NM*
    • Andy, I'll post your '40 as time permits. Promise! *NM*
• Look no further... Here's a link to Steve Milberry's headlight method... *NM* *LINK* *PIC*
  • I don't think it will work for an '88. MV lenses wouldn't work either unless it going to be a custom. *NM* *PIC*
    • That's a nice looking car!! *NM*
• Now, that's funny... *NM*
• Thanks Andy. You need to update email address in your profile.😀 *NM*
• MV Products casts clear lenses (slight yellowish tint) with chrome backs--don't know if they are still around. Produces for the train folks. If not, email me OTB and I can probably fix you up. *NM*
• Barry, as clean as your build are, I'll send you white paint should you ever run out! *NM*
• Re: Are you serious, for real? Wow! *NM*
• Re: Jump back in when you can as I like seeing those Mopars. My computer crashed a few weeks ago and I had to skip a Sunday Photos post. Sighhhh. *NM*
• Barry, last I heard anyone who comes here from Ohio or about 30 other states has to "self-quarantine" for 14 days. Did someone come their senses? *NM*
• rdean, I know they do that. But I can watch YouTube all day. I guess the admins must like YouTube better than they like Fotki. Or, are you saying Fotki (etc) uses more bandwidth than music videos? *NM*
  • Not really, but a lot of companies use YouTube for company training videos, so perhaps that is why?? *NM*
• Bingo - you're absolutely right *NM*
• In the last several years, GM has been reactivating all of their brand designations
• Parts Request - Monogram 1:24 '65 Corvette
• I know how you feel........
  • No, nothing like that Dave. Thanks. *NM*