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Post by rickg on May 10, 2007 9:35:51 GMT -6
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Post by gwangiboy on May 10, 2007 11:25:57 GMT -6
that is one BEAUTIFUL paint job!! wow!!
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Post by A.J. on May 10, 2007 13:29:07 GMT -6
AWESOME! I love that build! You need a Revellion to set beside it now.
A.J.
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Post by donculley on May 10, 2007 14:54:20 GMT -6
what a great paint job ! i've had this kit on my shelf for a couple of years, and not being able to do a paint job that nice has kept me from building it. the colors and the blend are perfect !
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Post by ShowRodFreak Don V. on May 10, 2007 16:56:40 GMT -6
Perfect paint tones. That is SWEET.
oneyed
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Post by zeppy on May 10, 2007 18:02:43 GMT -6
oh la la very nice rick l like the blue glass also whats that hole on the roll bar for  |
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Post by TheMadModeler on May 10, 2007 19:08:08 GMT -6
WOW Rick.. Great job! Looks like you nailed it..
BiLL..
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Post by Honest Charlie on May 10, 2007 20:18:46 GMT -6
Just plain beautiful Rick.
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Post by JerryG on May 11, 2007 6:20:05 GMT -6
[glow=teal,6,300]That kicks ass Rick!
The blue is accented well![/glow]
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Post by ramone on May 11, 2007 7:08:13 GMT -6
SUPERB paint job Rick!!!!!!!! what a killer ride that is.
I'd say lose the chute and glue on the push bar foot.
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Post by Bert on May 11, 2007 9:25:02 GMT -6
Rick, That is a super build! Deal me in! The paint looks great, as does the ole chain drive blower set up hemi engine.
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Post by davea on May 11, 2007 16:42:04 GMT -6
Awesome build, beautiful paint!
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Post by rickg on May 11, 2007 17:08:59 GMT -6
Thanks For All The Great Feedback Gang, I Really Appreciate The encouragement ! ;D  |
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Post by Tim Nolan on May 11, 2007 20:19:01 GMT -6
Probably the nicest build I've EVER seen of this kit. Wonderful paint Rick. True talent my man.  |
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Post by howardcohen on May 12, 2007 4:53:07 GMT -6
Not bad old man...was that the 6" or 8" roller  You make the 2tone look easy. Did the headers fit on yours? |
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Post by rwildeone on May 12, 2007 8:12:58 GMT -6
OH!That's been painted? Couldn't tell. Thought that was the molded in color!(LOL!)
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Post by badnews on May 12, 2007 9:48:29 GMT -6
There's some amazing talent on this board...
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Post by RatRod on May 12, 2007 10:34:12 GMT -6
BEAUTIFUL!!!! "One" of my top 1 million favorites.....lol. I do have to say I like the original wheels & headers better, but it still looks great Rick!!! What paint did you use on the body? You definitely hit the nail on the head with the colors!!!
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Post by modelmaster1958 on May 12, 2007 14:05:17 GMT -6
Excellent Rick..............Very Very Sweet
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Post by bob paeth on May 30, 2007 1:27:33 GMT -6
I may be a little late in praising this build, but it's 'cause I am still catching up on things past on this web site. This is one of my personal creations for Revell ( the other being the "Dodge Revellion "). Perhaps a little background on this kit ? Well Ok.
Sales were down when the "bean counters" at Revell came to the New Products department looking for a NEW AND CHEAP model kit. Funny cars were as popular then as they are now, so, it was decided that was the way to go. Several years before, Revel had started on the development of a 1953 Studebaker coupe. When it was learned that AMT was bringing one out, the project was "shelved". I did some searching in the storage room and found the body mold of the Studebaker. For a frame, I chose the one from the "Custom Parts Packs" but the wheel base of the body was too long. The tool room soon solved that by altering the rear fender openings. I don't recall the wheels and engine but they probably came from the Parts Packs also.
BTW the frame chosen was originally found in the '59 Corvette by Revel.
Anyway the kit proved to be a success regardless of its meager beginnings, and what proved to be a popular kit from the "golden days" of our hobby.
bob
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Post by rwildeone on May 30, 2007 5:32:52 GMT -6
Bob, you'll find many excellent builds and paint work here. I think most will agree Rick is the resident "paint guru" ( hope the g-man does mind that term). He plies his skills in any scale. A top resource for paint info too. He'll kill me for that statement. Answers will take time from his work. Wonderful to hear stories about the creation of kits. I've gone through about 5 "Miss Deals" in the last 18 months for engines, wheels and tires! Look forward to more "Styrene Tales". Visit often. Sign up if you're so inclined. Great to have you as a member. You wouldn't have a major stash of primo "Oldies But Goodies" would you? Come on now. I won't tell!  ;D |
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Post by rickg on May 30, 2007 5:45:24 GMT -6
Hey Bob, Thanks for the Info; & Kudos for taking a Bunch of Parts & coming up with such a great product !...I absolutely love the "feel" of this kit; it really exemplifies ingenuity. The Dodge Revellion is One Of The Next To come ( Real Soon) , I've decided to Paint that one in Lacquer; because of the details, Did you end up saving any of the Artwork/sketches, for either of these kits? ...And Bob, It is Absolutely Fantastic ; having you contribute to our Site; just to think; this Many years Later ...And I'm still working on your creations.............. And Loving It !!!!  |
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Post by Honest Charlie on May 30, 2007 14:21:09 GMT -6
I may be a little late in praising this build, but it's 'cause I am still catching up on things past on this web site. This is one of my personal creations for Revell ( the other being the "Dodge Revellion "). Perhaps a little background on this kit ? Well Ok. Sales were down when the "bean counters" at Revell came to the New Products department looking for a NEW AND CHEAP model kit. Funny cars were as popular then as they are now, so, it was decided that was the way to go. Several years before, Revel had started on the development of a 1953 Studebaker coupe. When it was learned that AMT was bringing one out, the project was "shelved". I did some searching in the storage room and found the body mold of the Studebaker. For a frame, I chose the one from the "Custom Parts Packs" but the wheel base of the body was too long. The tool room soon solved that by altering the rear fender openings. I don't recall the wheels and engine but they probably came from the Parts Packs also. BTW the frame chosen was originally found in the '59 Corvette by Revel. Anyway the kit proved to be a success regardless of its meager beginnings, and what proved to be a popular kit from the "golden days" of our hobby. bob
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Post by davea on May 30, 2007 17:37:14 GMT -6
Hey Rick, any idea if we'll ever see the Dodge Revellion reissued?
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Post by rickg on May 30, 2007 19:10:26 GMT -6
No Plans To Re-issue , that I'm aware Dave  |
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Post by rwildeone on May 30, 2007 20:55:19 GMT -6
There' a resin kit available for the Revellion,Dave.
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Post by bob paeth on May 31, 2007 0:14:27 GMT -6
I have very few of the kits that I helped to create. At the time they were "just kits" and gave no thought that they would someday be popular icons from the past. I didn't realize that I was participating in the "golden age of modeling" nor did I have any idea that my name would be recognizable after I left Revell. I am simply amazed as to how things turned out.
At the risk of sounding egotistical, if anyone has the boxes of any kit on mine, I would autograph it and send it back to you. I have done this many times ( for some reason ).
bob
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Post by modelcitizen on Jun 1, 2007 23:31:34 GMT -6
Bob,
Sincerely, "What A Guy!!!"
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Post by privateer on Jun 2, 2007 19:01:11 GMT -6
WOW!! Outstanding paint!! Everything looks great on it!
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Post by flounder on Jun 5, 2007 21:26:08 GMT -6
One of my all time favorite kits and you nailed it! Geat stuff!
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....Still Have a few minutes of touchups...anyway, here she is....She's got Modified Polar Lights Headers,Wheels also Polar Lights, ( The Parachute is put on with white glue..I'm not sure if I'll leave it on, or not yet 
) - Rear glass from AMT 53 Hmmm That's About It... 
You make the 2tone look easy. Did the headers fit on yours? 
