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Post by Deleted on Dec 30, 2015 16:52:38 GMT -7
If it came customized in the package, it's all good. Can't use if it's been customized after opening. Does that make sense? Doesn't need to be stock.
And yes, hot wheels brand this time around.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 30, 2015 17:05:54 GMT -7
got it  by "factory stock" i meant Mattel  |
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Post by AK on Jan 3, 2016 21:28:54 GMT -7
Joel, On the pickup build I know I have to start with a pickup kit, but can I replace the bed with something else?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 3, 2016 21:40:31 GMT -7
I'm not sure what your plans are but you might have it the other way around. You don't have to start with a pickup. As long as it's a pickup when you finish, you'll ok. Does that help?
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Post by AK on Jan 3, 2016 21:48:57 GMT -7
Ah....I get it.
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Post by AK on Jan 3, 2016 21:52:03 GMT -7
Ah....I get it.
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Post by Grandpabeast on Jan 11, 2016 15:19:12 GMT -7
for the 60 style custom build , can you elaborate. I come up with 50s customs and 60s customs but most are the same cars. I have always considered the custom style of the 50s and 60s to be one in the same. Chopping the top, sectioning, channeling, shaving, frenching, things like that.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 11, 2016 19:49:59 GMT -7
I agree one in the same. But cars of the 60s make great subjects so they'll be allowed. 60s customizing will be allowed.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 11, 2016 20:02:15 GMT -7
If nobody objects to, we can make 50-60s style custom builds.
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Post by sharp on Jan 11, 2016 20:33:43 GMT -7
Sounds good to me Ice.
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Post by mike0157 on Jan 11, 2016 21:32:24 GMT -7
Dose scale matter for moth? Say someone wanted to do a big scale kit would that be ok? Have an idea for my factory stock build. Just wanting to be sure before I start it.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 11, 2016 21:50:19 GMT -7
Great questionMike. I don't think anyone's ever built a big scale for motm. Let's hear some folks chime in and see what they think.
Thoughts, anyone?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2016 0:14:15 GMT -7
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2016 0:32:27 GMT -7
I'm all good with both adjustments, 50-60's style custom and i think if Mike want's to use a big kit, go for it. smileyCA9464IN_zpsd9ee499f
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Post by AK on Jan 12, 2016 12:26:55 GMT -7
I'm okay with the large scale build, but I will the scale into account when Im judging since adding plug wires and other details to a 1/25th scale is much more difficult than adding them to a larger scale.
On the 50s-60s customs motm, are you saying the car has to be a 50s or 60s car that has been customized, or it can be any car from the 60s or older that has been customized the way they would have been done in the 50s or 60s?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2016 13:18:09 GMT -7
I'm okay with the large scale build, but I will the scale into account when Im judging since adding plug wires and other details to a 1/25th scale is much more difficult than adding them to a larger scale. This is one of the concerns that had crossed my mind as well. That's why I wanted you all to chime in. In my mind a bigger scale kit should be more detailed because the size IS an advantage but I don't know if we leave it up to the voters also. I'm not sure if they'd be split into a different category in a show. As far as the customizing motm, when I think custom cars from the 50s and 60s I think cars from those decades with panel or scallop paint jobs, fins, crazy upholstery, exaggerated scoop, etc. Lots of Larry Watson. but that's just my take. What do you guys think? I'm glad we're having these discussions so we can make sure we all enter something that is accepted. |
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Post by AK on Jan 12, 2016 14:14:08 GMT -7
As far as the customizing motm, when I think custom cars from the 50s and 60s I think cars from those decades with panel or scallop paint jobs, fins, crazy upholstery, exaggerated scoop, etc. Lots of Larry Watson. but that's just my take.
What do you guys think?
I'm glad we're having these discussions so we can make sure we all enter something that is accepted.[/quote]
Oh no! I guess my 40 Ford doesn't fit in! Whew! Glad I found out now so I can do another build!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2016 16:37:23 GMT -7
this my interpretation of the word "custom"  ...this is the 54 Chevy built on Monster Garage. if you've seen the episode you know what's been done to it and by whom. if not, here's a link there, now you have my $.02 |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 12, 2016 19:08:22 GMT -7
The word CUSTOM has so many different meanings. And most of our builds have some sort of custom. Do you guys think we should change it or leave as is? It's July's MOTM but I know some folks including myself will probably get started early so I'd like to take care of it soon.
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Post by jbailey on Jan 12, 2016 19:23:08 GMT -7
The word CUSTOM has so many different meanings. And most of our builds have some sort of custom. Do you guys think we should change it or leave as is? It's July's MOTM but I know some folks including myself will probably get started early so I'd like to take care of it soon. I think we just more clarification, like is it a customized 1960's vehicle or a traditional sixties style custom which could be any year vehicle up to 1969? |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 13, 2016 1:48:45 GMT -7
this my interpretation of the word "custom" ...this is the 54 Chevy built on Monster Garage. if you've seen the episode you know what's been done to it and by whom. if not, here's a link there, now you have my $.02 I agree, i have actually done a model based on this exact car and episode, it was very inspirational to me..... praising-the-lord-smiley-emoticon |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 13, 2016 6:51:16 GMT -7
Ok. I like this option that Jesse mentioned: Traditional 60s Style Custom. This will stay true to the idea. That car that Frank shared would fit in perfectly. The description that I gave initially in the themes will still fit: "Wild paint jobs, rocket age style adds, & cut down rooflines!"
This also means that your 40 Ford will still work, Alan.
Thanks for talking this through guys. You all make this a great place.
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Post by jbailey on Jan 31, 2016 10:18:11 GMT -7
I have a question concerning the "Hot Wheels" build. What are people building for use going to use for wheels and tires? Hot Wheels always look like the wheels are way out of scale lol. Or should I just not worry about the wheels and tires?
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Post by stitchdup on Jan 31, 2016 10:45:12 GMT -7
I have a question concerning the "Hot Wheels" build. What are people building for use going to use for wheels and tires? Hot Wheels always look like the wheels are way out of scale lol. Or should I just not worry about the wheels and tires? I'm going to try some 1/18 wheels and see how that works |
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Post by Grandpabeast on Jan 31, 2016 11:11:16 GMT -7
I would think scale would be less important then coping the car. It should look like the hot wheel. Iceman ?
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Post by Deleted on Jan 31, 2016 17:13:14 GMT -7
Yup. I think the wheels are the hardest thing to replicate for that reason, Jesse. Focus on the paint job and style of the car. We won't be too hard on you if the tires don't match your build.
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Post by owhite3 on May 4, 2016 17:00:24 GMT -7
Got a question about musclecars. Thinking something different like the Lindberg Dodge 330. Not sure if this would be considered a musclecar
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Post by Deleted on May 5, 2016 4:49:02 GMT -7
Got a question about musclecars. Thinking something different like the Lindberg Dodge 330. Not sure if this would be considered a musclecar Not being American, i can't give you an acurate answer, but i would think it would qualify mate, as what REALLY defines a muscle car?? Here in Australia, one of our fastest and most valuable "Muscle Cars" was a 4 door Ford GT XY Falcon, yes, 4 door 140mph family car in 1970 . and yet it was spanked down the quarter mile by our charger with a 265 6 cylinder Hemi, Go figure!! ( 14.1 1/4 factory 6cyl ) |
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Post by Grandpabeast on May 5, 2016 12:43:20 GMT -7
definitions for "muscle cars" is as wide as our imaginations. Most people point to the 64 GTO as the first muscle car. The factory placement of large cubic inch motors in small cars for the sole purpose of winning on race day. I like to go back alittle farther. I think when the factory started putting multiple carbs and bigger cams in cars to make them faster, I feel they were heading in that direction.
If you look at past themes ( 2014 ) Muscle cars were defined as 1964 to 1974 . I will open that up a bit and say 1958 to 1981. Yes the muscle car was dead by 1981 but we still had some nice factory hot rods. Mustang, Camero, Buick GNX .
So yes you can use the dodge 330. And if anyone has any other questions just ask.
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Post by jkflash on May 6, 2016 14:34:43 GMT -7
Would you include modern muscle cars? Such as the WS6 Trans Am or the Camaro? Or the Holden Monaro/GTO? At one time someone defined "muscle car" to me as a high horsepower, rear wheel drive, 2 door coupe BUT had to have a back seat. Thus the reason why a Corvette is not considered a "muscle car" but a "sports car".
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by "factory stock" i meant Mattel 
