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David Applebaum by David Trask #54481

PICs - 2 Of my newest addiditons arrived today in the mail. by Hollis Cornell #54480

Nice score! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54480.1

Extremely sharp pair. Love my '57 fuelie. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54480.2

PICs - Dan Duma - Reference your post #54469.1.2.1.1.2 by Joe Malaney #54479

All beautiful, thanks for posting Joe. (EOM) by Chav Popov #54479.1

Have the Red.....love it .. great model! (EOM) by William McElfresh #54479.2

Thanks Joe, they are beautiful. Good for you. (EOM) by Dan Duma #54479.3

wow! by Geoff Jowett #54479.4

Automobile ID by John Black #54478

I would say a 1937 Ford (EOM) by Walter Kramer #54478.1

+1. 1937 Ford Sedan. Nice picture! by Chav Popov #54478.1.1

Re: Auto ID by John Black #54478.1.1.1

It's a '37 all right. Maybe its a little more frisky that original. by Bruce Gibbins #54478.2

*** HAPPY BIRTHDAY *** Ford Mustang is 55 yrs old today (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54477

Can't be 55, why I remember the first one on my street, OMG I am that old!!! Happy birthday, Mustang (EOM) by Mark Millar #54477.1

And the reason for my week long Mustang Daily Dose! (EOM) by John Merritt #54477.2

Ohhhhh ... So you had a master plan ... you sneaky lil car collector you !!!!! (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54477.2.1

one of the many American icons....love them. (EOM) by Joop Gisbers #54477.3

'55' human years. How many 'horse' years is that?! LOL! (EOM) by Billy Collins #54477.4

*** LOL *** ... 36 Horse Years = 100 1/2 Human Years ... *** So I was told *** (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54477.4.1

One by Welly by Robert Enos #54476

Nice ! This one looks excellent. (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #54476.1

Pretty sharp. I've got a couple Welly's'....mixed reviews. My .... by Billy Collins #54476.2

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Thursday by John Merritt #54475

Super sharp / outstanding pics. Have the Mattel version. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54475.1

That roof-line and body style is one of the worst ever on a car. IMO. (EOM) by George Schire #54475.2

GMP builtva great model, especially their Mustang line. by Phil Realmuto #54475.2.1

I have to disagree, I feel that is one most beautiful designs of our time. by John Merritt #54475.3

(Pics) Beautiful Design by Robert Enos #54475.3.1

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This just in.... by John Shamblin #54473

It is a very nice model John, by Chav Popov #54473.1

Sure is a beauty. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54473.2

+1. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54473.2.1

+2 (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54473.2.2

What a gorgeous car ! (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #54473.3

I want one but they seem to get too pricey on me before the auction ends ! (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54473.4

Phil, please email me at genemills@outlook.com. Thanks. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54473.4.1

I noticed this happening on the 1947 Buick models I have been watching on ebay. by Bruce Gibbins #54473.4.2

Danbury Mint's very best IMO. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54473.5

How could anyone resist this model? Gorgeous. (EOM) by Frank Kocour #54473.6

Nice addition to your collection. I have it and I really like this car. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54473.7

A very irresistible model for sure. Congratulations on your new addition. (EOM) by John Merritt #54473.8

Great catch, one of the best from DM. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54473.9

Great buy - have this and the blue version (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54473.10

I understand why you couldn't resist.... (EOM) by Joop Gisbers #54473.11

Congrats on your acquisition of this big, bold, bodacious & beautiful Buick! (EOM) by Al Dorado #54473.12

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PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Wednesday by John Merritt #54471

Another extremely sharp pony / outstanding pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54471.1

I hate I missed this one, I did get the blue ht. though and it's gorgeous as well. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54471.2

have it and it sits next to my 68 Black Shelby convertible and the signed 68 Fastback (EOM) by William McElfresh #54471.3

John, I'm confused. You have it listed as being from DM/GMP. Did they do the car together? (EOM) by George Schire #54471.4

The ‘67-‘68 Mustangs were mine at GMP by George Bojaciuk #54471.4.1

Does CV = Color Variation * or * Color Version? - Sucks the way you got treated - sorry about that (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54471.4.1.1

Sorry...convertible. by George Bojaciuk #54471.4.1.1.1

Sadly, corporations treat their people as disposable units of labor. They just don't care. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54471.4.1.1.2

BRUCE - You nailed it ... *** DISPOSABLE *** Do more with less by Dennis Mong #54471.4.1.1.2.1

Thanks for the response and clarification George B. I admire your class! (EOM) by George Schire #54471.4.1.2

Issued thru DM, manufactured by GMP. (EOM) by John Merritt #54471.4.2

What scale is that model? (EOM) by John Shamblin #54471.5

1:24th (EOM) by George Bojaciuk #54471.5.1

Another question for the forum.... by John Shamblin #54470

I would be keen for this to happen. Kinda keeps it in the family, eh? (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54470.1

John .... This is a great idea ... D4C has been available for decades by Dennis Mong #54470.2

Good idea! by John Baynes #54470.2.1

"Picture This" was the perfect place to showcase... by Tony Perrone #54470.3

It has been a long time since it was changed. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54470.3.1

That would be great, especially since 1/24 diecast has about dried up. I still don't get it. It by Gene Mills #54470.4

What about plastic model kits? by John Shamblin #54470.5

I think plastic kits would be an excellent addition to a new section that includes by Bruce Gibbins #54470.5.1

Does anyone know how “white metal” models differ from Zemak ?? by Phil Realmuto #54469

The white metal is alloy of tin and lead ... by Chav Popov #54469.1

interesting thanks Chav (EOM) by Geoff Jowett #54469.1.1

PICS: I have the seven 1-12 FM pewter models. They were nicely done. by Joe Malaney #54469.1.2

That is an impressive collection Joe. by Chav Popov #54469.1.2.1

Chav, The club did the 1939 Delahaye - LECC XI - back in 2012. by Joe Malaney #54469.1.2.1.1

Joe, yes I know ... by Chav Popov #54469.1.2.1.1.1

Hey Joe, Can you post a few pictures of those Delahayes? (EOM) by Dan Duma #54469.1.2.1.1.2

John Kuvakas posts regularly "Brooklin Diaries" on Forum43 by Chav Popov #54469.2

JK posts are worth the read - EXTREMELY useful informative (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54469.2.1

Wow, beautiful pewter Mercedes... didn't know they made those in pewter. (EOM) by John Shamblin #54469.2.2

PIC: Found this on facebook........ by John Bono #54468

PICs - 1 of my next projects. Was a '56 Ford convertible. Going to be a '56 Ford Crown Victoria. by Hollis Cornell #54467

Interesting project by Robert Enos #54467.1

Interesting project. Keep us posted as you progress. (EOM) by John Shamblin #54467.1.1

It's going to look good when it's finished, keep the pics coming. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54467.2

+1. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54467.2.1

Great fun - keep us posted (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54467.3

*** Question *** To D4C Moderators / Hosts by Dennis Mong #54466

I like the idea by Walter Kramer #54466.1

Thank You Walter (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54466.1.1

Walter ... Correct me if I am wrong .... by Dennis Mong #54466.1.2

No idea if that is a costly addition or not. Some of what you propose... by Tony Perrone #54466.2

Wish List by John Peaslee #54466.2.1

Tony - I appreciate your input ... .... (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54466.2.2

I've been using 'My Want List' for years. It works for me. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54466.3

I've just this minute tried the onboard wish list and its easy to use. by Bruce Gibbins #54466.4

Bruce - U R absolutely correct ... by Dennis Mong #54466.4.1

DIO - another good idea! (EOM) by John Baynes #54466.4.1.1

Thank You John ... If this gains traction remains to B seen - We can only hope by Dennis Mong #54466.4.1.1.1

Pix: Kubiak Texaco update by Tim Kubiak #54465

Very Inspirational .... You've got me thinking now ... I like what you've done so far by Dennis Mong #54465.1

Almost an exact replica of the Texaco I worked at in high school back in 69 & 70 (EOM) by Mark Millar #54465.2

Tim, looking great. And, as an upside, your roof will NEVER rust!! (EOM) by Rick Scoville #54465.3

It looks just like my Dad's Gulf station back on Long Island. Sold it back in 75. (EOM) by John Napoli #54465.4

Rustoleum works by John Shamblin #54465.5

A replica of my dads gas station 1953-1971, Cleveland by Ron Dietrich #54465.6

Corvette/Garage diorama by John Black #54464

You can use the site's feature, Want List... by Tony Perrone #54464.1

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Do Franklin and Danbury Mints make diecast cars any more? by Robert Bolin #54462

No. They do occasionally market card made by others. (EOM) by David Applebaum #54462.1

And...they're not always 1:24s either. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54462.1.1

Neither currently manufacture diecast autos themselves. by Tony Perrone #54462.2

And I bought that one HOPING that if we Collectors continue to buy ..... by Phil Realmuto #54462.2.1

Hey Tony, any chance DM might get back in the game? Lots of collecters out here (EOM) by John Shamblin #54462.2.2

My personal opinion is that the answer to the question is No. by Bruce Gibbins #54462.2.2.1

Not as a manufacturer John. Their overseas contracts.. by Tony Perrone #54462.2.2.2

Its almost as if in releasing the 1935 Coupe in such a limited number, 5K I think by Bruce Gibbins #54462.2.3

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Tuesday by John Merritt #54461

Extremely sharp / great pics. M2 does some great stuff - especially for the price. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54461.1

Was never a fan of this roof-line on Mustangs. Great pics though. (EOM) by George Schire #54461.2

Beautiful! (EOM) by John Bono #54461.3

Oh man... that's one beautiful model! (EOM) by John Shamblin #54461.4

*** 2 - QUESTIONS *** ... CLARIFICATION *** by Dennis Mong #54460

No idea. Sorry! (EOM) by Dan Muldowney #54460.1

Thank you Dan for your time to reply. (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54460.1.1

Found this by Chang Lu #54460.2

Hi Chang .... Thank you for this information. *** Thank You *** (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54460.2.1

I've got this fiberglass '65 too. It's been so long since I've had it displayed - I need to check. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54460.3

My '65 = Black Interior ***D4C Car List / Review = White Interior ... by Dennis Mong #54460.3.1

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Auctions Closing Today #54459

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Monday by John Merritt #54458

Very nice! Gr8t pix. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54458.1

Love it! (EOM) by George Schire #54458.2

I have the pewter color one and love it, but this blue one always enticed me as well! (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54458.3

Omit this duplicate post (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54458.4

Beautiful! (EOM) by John Shamblin #54458.4.1

Extremely sharp / outstanding pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54458.5

Looks real. (EOM) by John Bono #54458.6

These pix are so clear and sharp - amazing. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54458.7

PICs - My take on a Black & White..... by Hollis Cornell #54457

Nice mild custom. Nice job. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54457.1

WOW ... Now that is something I could look at everyday .. Very nice sutle touchs everywhere you look by Dennis Mong #54457.2

+1. Love the work you have done. Very subtle, but not easy. (EOM) by Frank Kocour #54457.2.1

Hollis where did you get the 1:24 scale air ride set up??? Lol (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54457.3

Phil, borrowed it from a junk DM '55 Ford Custom Crown Victoria in Green (EOM) by Hollis Cornell #54457.3.1

Very cool! I remember these being on the street in the 50's. Nice conversion. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54457.4

Nice job Hollis (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54457.5

Thanks everyone. Turned out to look better then I thought it would. Might even change colors now. by Hollis Cornell #54457.5.1

Very cool. Got more pics? by John Shamblin #54457.5.1.1

Sorry John, no. Once I start not stopping to pick up camera to take pictures. Take my pictures after by Hollis Cornell #54457.5.1.1.1

Oh man, Hollis that is sweet. Great job. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54457.6

OK ... SO ... When U drive your automatic vehicle - Do you use 1 foot ** or ** Do you use both feet by Dennis Mong #54456

ONE (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54456.1

Two. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54456.2

One foot. What about you, Dennis? (EOM) by Al Dorado #54456.3

One. (EOM) by Gary Rockwood #54456.4

Two. (EOM) by John Bono #54456.5

1...it is the way I was taught!!... with two, people tend to ride the brake!! (EOM) by William McElfresh #54456.6

I use two and I never ride the brake. (EOM) by Mike DeTorrice #54456.7

Ditto! (EOM) by Paul Clow #54456.7.1

Ditto! (EOM) by John Bono #54456.7.2

one (EOM) by John Shamblin #54456.8

One. (EOM) by Rick Scoville #54456.9

One Foot! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54456.10

One....if it's been a while since I last drove a stick. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54456.11

One. (EOM) by Chang Lu #54456.12

A one footer here Dennis. One foot on the gas, the other foot on the dash. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54456.13

**** LOL **** What a horrible Picture u just Painted N my Mind ... LOL (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54456.13.1

Relax. Dennis. Take a double dose of what makes you happy and a good lay down and you will be fine. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54456.13.1.1

One. Makes transitioning to the manual easy. (EOM) by Robert Bolin #54456.14

Back in the day, finding an auto to drive was difficult, stick and three on the tree were by Bruce Gibbins #54456.14.1

Two (EOM) by Walter Kramer #54456.15

It's a good bet that if one brakes with the left foot, he is going to fail his driver's test. (EOM) by Frank Kocour #54456.16

That was the rule back in my day (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54456.16.1

I can quite easily transition from auto to stick, because when I was learning to drive by Bruce Gibbins #54456.17

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Sunday by John Merritt #54455

Looks good in the cream color with the blue interior. Oh how I remember seeing these as a kid when by George Schire #54455.1

I remember... by John Shamblin #54455.1.1

Nice / great pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54455.2

Mustang Week by Robert Enos #54455.3

A exceptionally nice model. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54455.4

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… Pics: 1:24 & 1:18 Auctions Closing Today #54454

PICS- not diecast but 1/24. A couple of Panel trucks I'm working on. The lifted truck is for my by Gene Mills #54453

I reckon plastic is OK, I have several here at home to by Bruce Gibbins #54453.1

Thanks Bruce, that's the main reason I build is filling in gaps. I do modify diecast as well and by Gene Mills #54453.1.1

Nice work! Good to see others here build kits. by John Shamblin #54453.1.1.1

Oh man, that's sweet John. I love those 60's Pontiacs. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54453.1.1.1.1

Kits by Robert Enos #54453.2

I hear ya, Robert... by John Shamblin #54453.2.1

Pics...Fun with diecasts, Picking up family. by David Vandermeer #54452

Nice group of photos. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54452.1

Absolutely funny as all get out - Yellow VW GR8T story line (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54452.2

Excellent. Maybe my semi-people free photos should evolve. (EOM) by John Merritt #54452.3

Did you paint all the people? (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54452.4

I like that one guy scratching his head thinking, "How the hell are we all going to fit in that VW?" (EOM) by Al Dorado #54452.5

LOL... yeah that made me laugh. (EOM) by John Shamblin #54452.5.1

Camaro at the beach by John Shamblin #54451

Great - you can see the reflection of the waves on the door - or wasnt this the humor you wanted (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54451.1

LOL, naw that's OK. I tried to photoshop that out but no luck. (EOM) by John Shamblin #54451.1.1

Very nice. I always liked Chevy's rally wheels paired with whitewalls. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54451.2

Thanks by Roy Rauch #54450

Hi Roy! Long time no see! (EOM) by Robert Bolin #54450.1

Hi Roy ... What else do you have up your auction sleeve? ... Inquiring minds want to know ... LOL (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54450.2

Keep watching, Dennis! (EOM) by Roy Rauch #54450.2.1

Roy, I'm sure Jim will be happy. 'The Rock' made me a happy buyer too. Thank you. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54450.3

*** WANTED *** I want to buy your D / M Distressed 1966 Corvette - Mosport Green Any Condition (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54449

PICs: Re #54433...... Check out these followers for even more pics...... by John Bono #54448

VERY nice link ... Amazing skills from so many talented people (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54448.1

Ken was posting here few years ago... by Chav Popov #54448.2

My goodness, there are so many models to view. I started out by Bruce Gibbins #54448.2.1

Bruce ... Like you I got lost in time while immersed in all those wonderful pix (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54448.2.1.1

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PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Saturday by John Merritt #54446

Very cool and one that I do not have. What are the two round holes by Bob Jackman #54446.1

If it's like the Chevy wrecker.... by John Shamblin #54446.1.1

XCLNT pics ... I really want to add one to my collection (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54446.3

Very sharp truck / great pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54446.4

I like it! Gr8 pix too! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54446.5

Cool wrecker but wish the wheels weren't yellow! (EOM) by John Shamblin #54446.6

..So what are your thoughts as to what they should be ... any ideas? (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54446.6.1

Just off the of of my head, John. You could use a less by Bruce Gibbins #54446.6.2

*** Just a stupid silly idea ... how about black rims W / Chrome Beauty Ring ?? ... maybe? by Dennis Mong #54446.6.2.1

1928 Cadillac Model by ESVAL by Bob Lasagna #54445

It looks great in photos! Is the green metallic ?? (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54445.1

Regarding Green Color by Bob Lasagna #54445.1.1

It is metallic. The flakes are very fine. by Chav Popov #54445.1.1.1

Thanks Chav. At least I’m not crazy lolol I thought I saw a metallic sparkle in a few photos by Phil Realmuto #54445.1.1.1.1

Phil, I am not a fan the metallic paint considering the historical inaccuracy but it does look nice. by Chav Popov #54445.1.1.1.1.1

My ? about the paint being metallic or not was just an observation not a criticism. I merely wasn’t. by Phil Realmuto #54445.1.2

Phil, the conversation evolved in different dirrection... by Chav Popov #54445.1.2.1

Good points (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54445.1.2.1.1

PIC. Here's a quick shot of the metallic in the paint. Very, very fine. Looks perfect. by Rick Scoville #54445.2

Fit finish and assembly are superior, by Chav Popov #54445.2.1

In the pic, where the color is darker, it's easy to see by Bruce Gibbins #54445.2.2

Bruce, I doubt Esval did much research about ... by Chav Popov #54445.2.2.1

Many thanks, Chave for the additional information and observations relating to the Cadillac. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54445.2.2.1.1

Getting up the nerve... by John Shamblin #54444

DUDE !! ... You Got This ... Do It !! ... Do It !! ... Do It !! ... Do It !! ... (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54444.1

go for it, but... by Randall Carlisle #54444.2

DM and FM models are not made to be taken apart by Bruce Gibbins #54444.2.1

If it makes any difference John, here is a truck load of luck by Bruce Gibbins #54444.3

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Friday by John Merritt #54443

Neat truck / great pics. Summertime memories.... (EOM) by Billy Collins #54443.1

... can I have a quarter? ... PLEASE! ... I can hear the ice cream truck music coming (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54443.1.1

I thought Eskimo Pies were only a dime : } (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54443.1.1.1

They’re $2.00 these days. (EOM) by David Vandermeer #54443.1.1.1.1

Another excellent DM subject. Highly detailed. Those were the days. Sadly missed. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54443.2

Thanks for sharing this one! I have it and love it, makes me smile every time by Phil Realmuto #54443.3

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Hey George you missed one by Jim Kinder #54441

Lol! (EOM) by George Bojaciuk #54441.1

Hey, George.... by John Shamblin #54441.1.1

Certainly one I'd add in a heartbeat to my shelves. (EOM) by George Schire #54441.2

Pix: Major score on Ebay. Brand new in box! by Tim Kubiak #54440

Congrats on your most XLNT addition ... I can see by Dennis Mong #54440.1

The best Charger DM made IMHO. My wife got me the Bullitt set for Christmas when they came out. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54440.2

I regret not buying the charger when it came out. Now they’re usually too costly! (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54440.2.1

Nice catch. Congrats. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54440.3

Beautiful model. Isn't it exciting when this happens? I've snagged many a gr8 NIB model. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54440.4

Bought This One by David Trask #54440.5

Wish I had that one in my Mopar collection! (EOM) by John Shamblin #54440.5.1

on my shelf next to the Mustang which was in hot pursuit !!! (EOM) by William McElfresh #54440.6

Good score, Tim, well spotted to bring home. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54440.7

Excellent model. Great score. Congrats. (EOM) by John Merritt #54440.8

That's drop dead gorgeous. Congratulations! (EOM) by John Kuvakas #54440.9

That's one I always wanted, but never got. (EOM) by Frank Kocour #54440.10

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PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Thursday by John Merritt #54438

Very cool truck / great pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54438.1

Now that's a nice truck.....gotta love the cargo too. Great pics of course. (EOM) by John Bono #54438.2

Gr8t pix as always! Very nice truck! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54438.3

I'll take a case! (EOM) by Al Dorado #54438.4

This is a Nice One by David Trask #54438.5

Here is a simplified version... by George Bojaciuk #54437

Funny thing, speaking of tampo's... by Dan Duma #54437.1

Thank you George ... Thank You Dan .. XCLNT "DEE CAL" Removal (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54437.1.1

*** Removing *** TAMPO decals by Dennis Mong #54435

Very interesting (EOM) by Walter Kramer #54435.1

Just don’t crowd me at Craft Ale. My disco lines still work there! (EOM) by George Bojaciuk #54435.2

Thanks Dennis and George... by John Shamblin #54435.3

Same! by George Bojaciuk #54435.3.1

Now I'm confused.... by John Shamblin #54435.3.2

Well ... I'm going with George advise first .... then IF I have to go step 2 ... But George first (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54435.3.2.1

At FM, I had to polish off Smokey’s,” Best Damn Garage in Town”. by George Bojaciuk #54435.3.2.2

George - Thank you for clarification on NON ACETONE (NPR) Nail Polish Remover (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54435.3.2.2.1

Messin' with Photoshop by John Shamblin #54434

Lookin' Good ... Nice color on a very nice ride (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54434.1

Good thing you got that picture done before that storm rolled in! That was close. (EOM) by Rick Scoville #54434.2

Hurry, roll up the windows! A storm is a comin'. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54434.3

32 Chevy, Pilot Mtn NC by Randall Carlisle #54434.4

PICs: I'm guessing this has been posted before..... by John Bono #54433

If it has been posted - I do not remember ... This is very good stuff ... Thanks (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54433.1

John who was/is the photographer ??? (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54433.2

Ken Hendricks and Larry Patchett, I guess since it's their page? (EOM) by John Bono #54433.2.1

Never saw this before. Very nice. Reminds me of the late great Michael Paul Smith. by Al Dorado #54433.3

Thanks John. I had not seen it before. Really nice work especially by Bob Jackman #54433.3.1

Me too. (EOM) by Frank Kocour #54433.3.2

Hadn't seen that before. Thanks. (EOM) by John Shamblin #54433.4

Well its new to me fantastic photos Thanks for posting (EOM) by Walter Kramer #54433.5

Terrific page - thank you, John for posting. I was trying to navigate around earlier today by Bruce Gibbins #54433.6

Great work and pictures - too bad he doesnt like Oldsmobiles (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54433.7

ZONE AUCTION HOT TIPS… PICs: Auctions Closing Today & Some New 1:18 & 1:24 Listings. #54432

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Wednesday by John Merritt #54431

Sharp iconic muscle / outstanding pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54431.1

Nice body lines & nice rims - Very Clean looking ride / GR8T pix as always (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54431.2

Great model. by John Shamblin #54431.3

It's one Challenger I don't have, and never will. Why? Because it's white. Boring! (EOM) by George Schire #54431.4

Too ambitious? by John Shamblin #54430

Nice Job by David Trask #54430.1

Good work. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54430.3

Nice work John .... by Dennis Mong #54430.4

Funny you should ask, Dennis... by John Shamblin #54430.4.1

I've been asking around ... and so far by Dennis Mong #54430.4.1.1

Decals by Robert Enos #54430.4.1.1.1

Thanks Robert ... GB said the same thing ... so I'm doing that route first (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54430.4.1.1.1.1

thanks for yalls replies... by John Shamblin #54430.4.1.1.1.2

And a lot of knowledge to impart as well, John. by Bruce Gibbins #54430.4.1.1.1.2.1

Its a great hobby John Good Luck (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54430.5

Hey George Bojaciuk ... don't you go anywhere ... sit down ... I got a few questions for you (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54429

Holy Cow! I think my SATs had fewer questions. by George Bojaciuk #54429.1

LOL (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54429.1.1

WAIT!! You can just send him questions, and he'll stop and answer them????? by Christopher Novak #54429.2

you need help. (EOM) by Miles Germain #54429.2.1

You tell him, Miles! I like Jax! (EOM) by George Bojaciuk #54429.2.1.1

OMG !!! .....ROTFLMAO !!!!! .... You've sniffed to many paint fumes ... LOL (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54429.2.2

*** UPDATE *** ( PIX ) '63 Black Corvette Project Modifcation by Dennis Mong #54428

Dennis, You're Cooking with Gas! Don't stop now. by Dan Duma #54428.1

Thank you Dan .... I have by Dennis Mong #54428.1.1

screws in diecasts by Randall Carlisle #54428.1.1.1

Dennis, great blow-by-blow description/pics. Feel like we're right there with 'ya. by Rick Scoville #54428.2

Inspirational by Robert Enos #54428.3

What’s the big deal? I can do this in my sleep... by George Bojaciuk #54428.4

George - You crack me up ... U R "He Larry Us" !!! (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54428.4.1

What they all said. Makes me want to try it. . . . Naw. (EOM) by Frank Kocour #54428.4.2

good stuff Dennis, well done! (EOM) by Geoff Jowett #54428.5

I usually use a jar for dissembled parts but sometimes they're just all over....Good job! (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54428.6

Rare FM/DM/CM models to be placed on auction by Roy Rauch #54427

Come on Everybody !!!! ... Let's go Check it out ..... (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54427.1

Roy, does your Emperor's RR come with the original flag? Could you please post by Chang Lu #54427.2

Emperores Rolls by Roy Rauch #54427.2.1

Thanks! (EOM) by Chang Lu #54427.2.1.1

will be the auction event of the year! by Geoff Jowett #54427.3

Thanks by Roy Rauch #54427.3.1

'What's Hot / What's Not" ...best article of it's day ... 20+ years ago ... OMG by Dennis Mong #54427.3.2

Auction Event ... I'm getting a front row seat just to watch - No bidder paddle for me (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54427.3.3

A voice from the past and the real deal. I used to hang on your every word, Roy. You were most by Frank Kocour #54427.4

As did I .... Roy held great influence in my collection by Dennis Mong #54427.4.1

A wise man once said ... " Never trust anyone that doesn't have a hairy face: male or female " ... by Dennis Mong #54426

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Tuesday by John Merritt #54425

Great shape for it being 1959 LOL (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54425.1

We applaude your time, effort and creativity - 2 Thumbs up! (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54425.2

+1. Your photos have raised the bar 'again'. OUTSTANDING. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54425.2.1

Great shot and I had to get my Greyhound out and Mine is smaller by John Munro #54425.3

Pictures look good to me. Nice scene. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54425.4

Great scene! As always... by John Shamblin #54425.5

Very nice pics, John. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54425.6

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*** I did It *** Chav - Billy - Dan - Rick *** I Did It *** by Dennis Mong #54423

Congratulations by Robert Enos #54423.1

Hey Robert - No Worries - This Corvette is supporting 2 Corvette Projects I have in mind by Dennis Mong #54423.1.1

WHOA! May the 'force' be with you! Keep us posted with updates. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54423.2

*** Update *** by Dennis Mong #54423.2.1

Let’s commission an oil painting to hail this event! (EOM) by George Bojaciuk #54423.3

Using 10W30 right? (EOM) by Allan Ording #54423.3.1

Hey George ... You know what? ... I like the idea of commision oil painting .. LOL (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54423.3.2

Congrats. And you did it because? (EOM) by Frank Kocour #54423.4

Refer to *** UPDATE *** post above .. thank you. (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54423.4.1

Bold move... by John Shamblin #54423.5

"Cheers" Dennis, can't wait to see! (EOM) by Josh Shy #54423.6

Great fun Dennis, Good luck (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54423.7

Man, I hope your efforts pay off! Not sure if I could de-construct one on purpose. by Rick Scoville #54423.8

Hi Rick ... I figure that by Dennis Mong #54423.8.1

Good on you for taking this first step, Amigo. There's a whole by Bruce Gibbins #54423.9

Awesome Dennis! I’ve only done a little bit of this, but it was fun, and I have plans for by Dan Muldowney #54423.10

+1 .. Dan I so agree ... sometimes "perfect" just needs a nudge (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54423.10.1

Very "Serious" Bidders on D4C Auction Item # 129906 (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54422

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PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Monday by John Merritt #54420

Very sharp / outstanding pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54420.1

Love it. Don't have it, but would certainly add it to my parking lot. (EOM) by George Schire #54420.2

I had one of those a long time ago. Sold it to concentrate on 1/18.s by Gary Rockwood #54420.3

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Sunday by John Merritt #54419

Nice. I have the coral/white one. (EOM) by John Shamblin #54419.1

Extremely sharp / outstanding pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54419.2

Don't Care for This Color by David Trask #54419.3

Interesting David! I absolutely. LOVE this color. It’s very bright, vibrant and, well 1950’s!! LOL (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54419.3.1

Love it! (EOM) by John Bono #54419.4

Me too! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54419.4.1

Nice one, a very popular color here in SE VA in the 1950s. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54419.5

Have it and love it. Very 50's color combo and fits well on the the Crown Vic. (EOM) by George Schire #54419.6

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This just in... by John Shamblin #54417

Absolutely .. THE BEST ... Interior pic I've seen to date ... WOW! (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54417.1

Agree. Looks real! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54417.1.1

+2. That is a nice photo. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54417.1.2

A beauty for sure, one I have in my collection. And John... by John Merritt #54417.2

I have that one and it has bad rash on hood less so on trunk. At this point... by Phil Realmuto #54417.3

Nicebuy, the 61is my favorite of the 60s Chevy. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54417.4

Only have one 61 - white coupe and it had bad rash on hood - that i repainted Good buy! (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54417.5

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Saturday by John Merritt #54416

Very sharp / outstanding pics. I waited for a repaint - I goofed. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54416.1

I have it and love it. Though the roof-line is just a little off, it is an outstanding model. by George Schire #54416.2

Olds did their own thing with their hardtop roof-line. I did prefer the 2-door 'sedan' roof-line on by Billy Collins #54416.2.1

Nice. I have the green one. (EOM) by John Shamblin #54416.2.1.1

Billy, if you're nuts for liking the 2-door sedan roof-line on the 55 Olds, I'm nuts with you. (EOM) by George Schire #54416.2.1.2

One of my all-time favorites! Outstanding PICs! (EOM) by John Bono #54416.3

Mine too! (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54416.3.1

Beautiful, yes, but I still think DM should have done the better-proprtioned 98 rather than the 88. (EOM) by Barry Levittan #54416.4

Barry I agree with you. The, 54,55 and 56 98s were much better by Bob Jackman #54416.4.1

A very merry Oldsmobile. I proud to say I have this one. by Al Dorado #54416.5

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Speaking about club cars .... I hardly heard a peep when the D4C Duessy Walker was released ??? by Phil Realmuto #54414

I was very pleased with mine. It is a bit drab in the color, but the model is exceptional. (EOM) by John Merritt #54414.1

Phil, bought it mostly because it is our Club Car. I'm a Duesenberg fan and also by Rick Scoville #54414.2

I’ve got it. Huge Duesie fan so between that and it being a club car: must have! by Dan Muldowney #54414.3

same page by Geoff Jowett #54414.3.1

I agree. I like the model a lot and it perfectly fits ... by Chav Popov #54414.3.2

I don’t think Raffi had anything to do with that model though I could be wrong??? (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54414.3.2.1

Raffi is the designer. When Jay was alive there was a quorum by David Angeloni #54414.3.2.1.1

Thanks for the Clarification David! (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54414.3.2.1.1.1

Why no peeps... "If you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything at all." (EOM) by John Bono #54414.4

John THAT notion crossed my mind too. I’m sure the model itself is spectacular. Raffi was behind it by Phil Realmuto #54414.4.1

Club car 2? by Geoff Jowett #54413

Maybe nobody knows yet, Geoff, mate. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54413.1

yes maybe Bruce, thanks, but still.. by Geoff Jowett #54413.1.1

There is a page somewhere around here that shows past club model releases, but new by Bruce Gibbins #54413.1.1.1

For the last few years the D4C cars were not issued on a yearly basis. by Bob Jackman #54413.1.1.1.1

Isn't that the truth. Just when I think I am good with my collection. Something pops up. (EOM) by John Merritt #54413.1.1.1.1.1

Wow Bob I feel better now! In my puny collection of 300 I had a model that you didn’t by Phil Realmuto #54413.1.1.1.1.2

Phil I haven't yet received the Edsel Wagon in blue. Should be here this week. by Bob Jackman #54413.1.1.1.1.2.1

Yes it’s a nice model. Honestly I thought the red was a bit bright for a wagon by Phil Realmuto #54413.1.1.1.1.2.1.1

One thing to remember is that when we started the Club Cars, they were produced by Rick Scoville #54413.2

Well said Rick and I agree. (EOM) by Bob Jackman #54413.2.1

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PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Friday BOGO by John Merritt #54411

Very sharp pair / outstanding pics. Have the convertible - love it. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54411.1

Nice pair, especially the convertible. I have the turquoise coupe. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54411.2

I have the red convert and turquoise version - it is my favorite - very popular color in 54 (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54411.2.1

What I find interesting ... is how a color can MAKE ... or ... BREAK a car by Dennis Mong #54411.3

In 1:1 cars it's the same. by Robert Bolin #54411.3.1

I loved that blue/gray color on this car. by Richard Sufficool #54411.4

John I have few Chevies but there’s something about that 54 Convertible that made me want one by Phil Realmuto #54411.5

. (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54411.6

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PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Thursday by John Merritt #54409

Neat pickup / great pics. DM did a great job with 'all' their pickups. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54409.1

+1 .. Yes they did ... The few I have, they display very well and many people like them (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54409.1.1

Tempted, but never bought one of their team trucks. (EOM) by John Shamblin #54409.2

Corvette people only need to review the XCLNT pair ... all others keep scrolling by Dennis Mong #54408

Those'll hurt ya. What a nice pair. (EOM) by Gene Mills #54408.1

I've lusted after those for a while. (EOM) by John Shamblin #54408.2

Extremely sharp C2 pro-modifieds. Have the 'silver-blue' - LOVE IT. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54408.3

Dennis, I have the silver blue one from DM. Part of their Rods & Custom series. It is by Rick Scoville #54408.4

Already have 3 ... Don't need 4 .... LOL (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54408.4.1

then you can make this one from a blue and black '63 by Chav Popov #54408.4.1.1

*** XCLNT *** ... I like this idea ... GR8T pix - Did you do this yourself? (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54408.4.1.1.1

yes, I've shown it many times ... by Chav Popov #54408.4.1.1.1.1

VERY INTERESTING pictures ... by Dennis Mong #54408.4.1.1.1.1.1

*** Hey Chav *** by Dennis Mong #54408.4.1.1.1.1.1.1

Dennis, you are on the right track ... by Chav Popov #54408.4.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

Step 2 tip by Chav Popov #54408.4.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

Thank You (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54408.4.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1.1

*** Question *** Hey Chav ... by Dennis Mong #54408.4.1.1.2

Now is the time to learn, Dennis. Have a shot at it. Just baby steps as first. by Bruce Gibbins #54408.4.1.1.2.1

Thank you Bruce ... I welcome words of encourage - Thank You (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54408.4.1.1.2.1.1

I always enjoy seeing this one Chav. She's a SWEET ONE. Thanks for sharing again. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54408.4.1.1.3

Billy, you are one of the best cheerleaders for the people posting picures ... My pleasure! (EOM) by Chav Popov #54408.4.1.1.3.1

Aw C’Mon Dennis! I’m not really ‘Corvette People,’ but these’re still pretty cool! (EOM) by Dan Muldowney #54408.5

Nice pair, I have the Blue one, maybe some day I'll acquire the Coca-Cola one. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54408.6

Can't forget the Miller Lite triplet................(PIC) by Tony Perrone #54408.7

+1 ... So Agree ... I bought my Coke Pro Street right here on D4C by Dennis Mong #54408.7.1

Here is one I have repainted, with wing removed by Ryan Hurley #54408.8

Very nice color. That model was my inspiration Ryan! (EOM) by Chav Popov #54408.8.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Wednesday by John Merritt #54407

Have and love all those 55 Olds (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54407.1

Super sharp / outstanding pics. Have it - LOVE IT. Never thought about using the 'white' top. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54407.2

+1 (EOM) by John Shamblin #54407.2.1

Nice, I have the red and white issue which I love. (EOM) by John Bono #54407.3

Have all of DM's '55 Oldsmobile's. All are awesome! (EOM) by George Schire #54407.4

Awesome pics! Luv this color combo. I have the red/white conv. plus the coral Holiday coupe. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54407.5

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PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast... Very Late by John Merritt #54405

Really cool John. The T & C's from both mints are great cars. Like 'em all. (EOM) by George Schire #54405.1

Is that a 'ghost photo of a car' -OR- a 'photo of a ghost car'?! LOL! Cool. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54405.2

Photoshop? by John Shamblin #54405.3

I used a feature from my Picasa photo processing software. (EOM) by John Merritt #54405.3.1

That would amazing as an intarsia inlay or a scrimshaw plaque. (EOM) by Robert Bolin #54405.4

Catching up by John Shamblin #54404

Yes it is! One that is still on my list. (EOM) by John Merritt #54404.1

Beautiful! (EOM) by Robert Bolin #54404.2

+1. Have it - love it. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54404.2.1

John I have the Green Yenko with black top. To me the rear stripes take away from the look of this by Phil Realmuto #54404.3

Nice shots, one that's on my list. (EOM) by Evan Morgan #54404.4

It sure is, it's out of my price range, I'm converting a JL car to match this one. I do have the by Gene Mills #54404.5

Monday model on Tuesday by John Shamblin #54403

That's a beauty, John. (EOM) by Mark Sweeney #54403.1

+1. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54403.1.1

Want to sell this one John. I love the color. (EOM) by George Schire #54403.2

Well.... by John Shamblin #54403.2.1

Hi John, I have this offering & it is ABSOLUTELY Gorgeous !!! by Dennis Mong #54403.2.1.1

A beauty, of the 15 colors-this is one I got very early. (EOM) by John Merritt #54403.3

The 1964 Impala is my favorite of the decade. (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54403.4

Why did you sell your Vette? (EOM) by Frank Kocour #54403.5

I'd have my fun, and it was $500 me to death... by John Shamblin #54403.5.1

Very nice. This would look good with a white top, imo. (EOM) by Al Dorado #54403.6

You sold your 1971 Silver, 454 power plant ?? by Dennis Mong #54403.7

PICS: Three Home Runs from Franklin Mint, and three of my favorites! by George Schire #54402

Nice trio. Have the 'stock car' version. The detail is very good. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54402.1

These three Hudsons look great, George. I have the model painted green, but by Bruce Gibbins #54402.2

I have these three plus the stock car and police car versions. Love me some Hudsons. (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54402.3

I would love to add the gray stock car version to my parking lot. Maybe some day. (EOM) by George Schire #54402.3.1

I have the blue D4C Hudson. Have to agree, TFM did a great job on these by Rick Scoville #54402.4

PICS: FM's 63 Chevy Impala. Have it, and the original silver version too. Why, I don't know. by George Schire #54401

George, I hear you. But, the front suspension on the FM '63 Impala 'lowrider' is adjustable! So... by Billy Collins #54401.1

Perhaps George, because they dont remind you of a frog? (EOM) by Bruce Gibbins #54401.2

Little trivia... by George Bojaciuk #54401.3

Love your trivia Mr. Bojaciuk. Thanks for sharing! (EOM) by George Schire #54401.3.1

They might not be the greatest models, but I have all four of them. I like them very much. (EOM) by John Merritt #54401.4

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new club car? by Geoff Jowett #54399

If anyone is interested by Gene Melfi #54398

Hard to say which is my favorite but the D4C Mark ll and the white LE are my favorite of the 5 Marks by Phil Realmuto #54398.1

That Would Be by David Trask #54398.1.1

Thanks David I always forget which one is who lololol by Phil Realmuto #54398.1.1.1

William Clay Ford bought the Detroit Lions in 1964 for $6 million. (EOM) by Brian Cox #54398.1.1.2

I Believe It Was by David Trask #54398.1.1.2.1

Have all 5 and all are great!! (EOM) by William McElfresh #54398.1.2

I have all by Gene Melfi #54398.1.2.1

Same here Gene! We’re mostly all in so why not go for broke!! LOL (EOM) by Phil Realmuto #54398.1.2.1.1

PICs - Daily Dose of Diecast...Monday by John Merritt #54397

Have it, love it. It is only one of 4 cars that I have outside my collecting year guidelines of by George Schire #54397.1

Very sharp / outstanding pics. (EOM) by Billy Collins #54397.2

The roll down back window was an option generally chosen by Bob Jackman #54397.3

One I missed unfortunately (EOM) by Ron Dietrich #54397.4

I bought this model just a while back on ebay. It was a screw up by Bruce Gibbins #54397.4.1

That reminds me of a car that a Banker or Doctor would of driven back then! by Phil Realmuto #54397.5

We see you, ya rascally rabbit! (EOM) by Al Dorado #54397.6

I see 2 ... I gotta stop drinking the suds !!! (EOM) by Dennis Mong #54397.6.1

I really like this car. Great color and options especially the fog lamps. Gr8t pix too! (EOM) by Tim Kubiak #54397.7

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