[REVIEW] Tomica Toyota RAV4
Tomica Time, Land of the Rising Sun-day, is here again. Today we take a look at Tomica 24-5, the Toyota RAV4. This casting entered the...
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Fintail
Mar 241 min read
[REVIEW] Lesney Matchbox ERF 686 Truck
Lesney Matchbox is here again. Today we examine Lesney Matchbox 20b, the ERF 686 "Ever Ready" truck. This model entered the range in...
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Fintail
Mar 171 min read
[REVIEW] Tomica Honda S800 M
Land of the Rising Sun-day, Tomica Time, has returned. Today we examine at Tomica 23-2, the Honda S800 M. This casting entered the range...
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VW_John
Mar 161 min read
HWs Donor Wheels on Majorette VW Bus
From the HWs Hot Wagons series, not real riders, but, who cares! Love these!
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VW_John
Mar 161 min read
Is There a Better Way to Shorten HWs Axles?
I'm trying to shorten, or narrow the axles on a car I'm working on. The most common method that I've seen for this change, is to attach a...
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VW_John
Mar 141 min read
Lowered MBX Volkswagen Transporter WIP
My current work in progress: Axles look weird, I know. This is just a proof of concept build, to see if I could do what I thought I could...
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High Fidelity
Mar 121 min read
"That's what hurts. It's one of our V8s. Pursuit Special on methane. Very toey."
(tried to change categories, lost everything. whoops!) "I AM THE NIGHTRIDER! I am the chosen one. The mighty hand of vengeance, sent down...
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VW_John
Mar 111 min read
Crappy Casting Saved by Tampo
A little history: When it was released, some versions of the Matchbox Volkswagen Delivery Van, Panel bus, whatever you call it, were just...
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Fintail
Mar 101 min read
[REVIEW] Lesney Matchbox MG A
Lesney Matchbox time has returned. Today we take a look at Lesney Matchbox 19b, the MG A. This model entered the range in 1958,...
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VW_John
Mar 61 min read
Almost Serendipitous
I'm still working on my little Tooned HWs Beetle custom, taking a break to uncross my eyes. While looking at my wheels options I noticed...
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Fintail
Mar 31 min read
[REVIEW] Tomica Nissan Pulsar Coupe EXA
Tomica Time, Land of the Rising Sun-day, is here again. Today we take a look at Tomica 22-3, the Nissan Pulsar Coupe EXA. This casting...
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VW_John
Mar 21 min read
Recent Thrift Store Diecast Hawl
The best from the two bags of diecast I picked up. Whomever packs these bags has a warped sense of humor or a good business sense...the...
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VW_John
Feb 292 min read
What A Long Strange (Acid) Trip It's Been...
This is a follow up to my question over on Oppo as to whether or not Phosphoric Acid would melt zamac. Corrosive! The short answer is No,...
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Fintail
Feb 251 min read
[REVIEW] Lesney Matchbox Austin Taxi
Lesney Matchbox has returned. Today we take a look at Lesney Matchbox 17c, the Austin (FX3) Taxi. This model entered the range in 1960,...
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VW_John
Feb 231 min read
Decals For Diecast? Edited...
Can anyone here point me in the direction of a reputable decal printer? I need a couple of sheets done and I'm probably looking for...
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Fintail
Feb 181 min read
[REVIEW] Tomica Nissan Skyline H-T 2000 GT-R Racing
Land of the Rising Sun-day, Tomica Time, is here again. Today we take a look at Tomica 21-2, the Nissan Skyline H-T 2000 GT-R Racing. ...
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VW_John
Feb 151 min read
Work in Progress - Version 6 Body Almost Finished
I sprayed a thin coat of primer just to see what still needs attention, and I feel like the major work is done. Getting the two rooflines...
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Fintail
Feb 112 min read
[REVIEW] Lesney Matchbox Super Atlantic Trailer
Lesney Matchbox is here again. Today we take a look at Lesney Matchbox 16b, the Super Atlantic Trailer. This model entered the range in...
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Fintail
Feb 42 min read
[REVIEW] Tomica Nissan Skyline 2000GT Turbo GT-E-S
Land of the Rising Sun-day, Tomica Time, is here again. Today we take a look at Tomica 20-4, the Nissan Skyline 2000GT Turbo GT-E-S. ...
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