I had the original stock issue of this truck in 2000, and it is a very impressive kit similar to the 1950 Chevy that came out in the mid 1990s. This custom truck inspires me to build it again. What I particularly love about Round 2's reissues of these kits is the full decal sheets; the first issue had three license plates and that was it!
I believe 1959 was the last year for the straight front axle, and by 1960 Chevy pickups started the infamous torsion bar front suspensions as correctly represented in the kit. A few years later that suspension was replaced by the more conventional coil spring style. great videos as usual, and keep up the great work.🙂
Looking REALLY good Louie! The interior fit and the front suspension issues good to know about, for us considering buying this kit. Great color choices too btw. ✌🏽😎👍🏾
Well done. Customs aren't really my thing, but this went together just the way you wanted it to. (AMT disappoints me when they issue kits that cannot be built as factory stock. The kit should always have those factory parts.)
@@TheAutisticModeler that site is too high priced, even if the kit were still available there. Plus, you then have to pay shipping, and risk damage in transit. I've stopped even looking at Autoworld. AMT is not supplying that stock kit now, it has disappeared at Hobby Lobby long ago, has lost its bin on their model shelf completely, in preparation for the release of this new custom kit, no doubt. I think I also saw the last of AMT's old inventory of the stock kit liquidated at Ollie's during the late winter time frame. It's definitely not available at hobby shops anywhere around here. I still say, AMT should never release a custom version kit without including all the factory stock parts in it.
AMT should offer the basic truck or car kit at a reasonable price. Then offer stock or custom parts separately at a reasonable price. This would allow model builders more options and not be stuck with parts they may not use. Just my thoughts.🤔
@@johnclemans7802 that would end up costing model kit consumers way more, with all that additional manufacturing and supply-chain complexity. How would you forecast how many want the custom or the stock parts, when the factory is producing 1000 kits or whatever # run cycle they typically make? They can't be interrupting their future production schedule, constantly switching from one model back to another set of special parts, because they miss the demand for things. Including both stock and custom parts in one package is the most price efficient way to market kits, and leaves no one disappointed that they cannot build the kit as wanted. lol, extra parts leftover is easily solved in my case .... they go into the trash when I finish a build. 😉
Great build Louie. love the orange paint job and the white scallops accent it perfectly. I kind of like that a six cylinder was chose for the model instead of some Big'Ol V-8 that usually is chose. I've always been into six cylinders. That fuel injection system that was used didn't work very well I had it on my '57 Chevy then took it off to be replaced by 2 deuces., ran much better. I also like how you pointed out the flaw on the front end and how to make the correction.
I had the original stock issue of this truck in 2000, and it is a very impressive kit similar to the 1950 Chevy that came out in the mid 1990s. This custom truck inspires me to build it again. What I particularly love about Round 2's reissues of these kits is the full decal sheets; the first issue had three license plates and that was it!
Glad to see you, Louie! The 60 Apache turned out great! Love the scallops and paint.👍
That's awesome great job Louie. Great color combination.
Nice looking work, Louie. I like all the positive attachment points and the separate frame. The decals on your final look fantastic!
Nice job and preview. I believe this is a reissued kit. Thanks for sharing.
Happy 4th of July!🎉🎉
I believe 1959 was the last year for the straight front axle, and by 1960 Chevy pickups started the infamous torsion bar front suspensions as correctly represented in the kit. A few years later that suspension was replaced by the more conventional coil spring style. great videos as usual, and keep up the great work.🙂
Great job on your custom ‘60 Chevy Apache buddy! Love that orange with the white decals!
Great color choices Louie, well done 👍
Glad to you posting - it’s been awhile…great job!
Thank you!! I take a little break every year around this time. I rest from my day job and build just for myself. Thank you for watching!!
That's a real cool kit Louie! I can't wait to get my hands on one! Yours turned out awesome! I love the scallops! 😎👍
Nicely done Louie. I really like color.
Nice work Louie, that looks amazing and excellent colour choice too. Well done 👍🏼
Looking REALLY good Louie! The interior fit and the front suspension issues good to know about, for us considering buying this kit.
Great color choices too btw. ✌🏽😎👍🏾
Turned out great! Love the color and stripes, it's a beauty!
Well done. Customs aren't really my thing, but this went together just the way you wanted it to.
(AMT disappoints me when they issue kits that cannot be built as factory stock. The kit should always have those factory parts.)
They did issue this stock a little while back, it came with a go kart. I’m sure it’s still easily available. Look on the Autoworld site.
@@TheAutisticModeler that site is too high priced, even if the kit were still available there. Plus, you then have to pay shipping, and risk damage in transit. I've stopped even looking at Autoworld.
AMT is not supplying that stock kit now, it has disappeared at Hobby Lobby long ago, has lost its bin on their model shelf completely, in preparation for the release of this new custom kit, no doubt. I think I also saw the last of AMT's old inventory of the stock kit liquidated at Ollie's during the late winter time frame. It's definitely not available at hobby shops anywhere around here.
I still say, AMT should never release a custom version kit without including all the factory stock parts in it.
AMT should offer the basic truck or car kit at a reasonable price. Then offer stock or custom parts separately at a reasonable price. This would allow model builders more options and not be stuck with parts they may not use. Just my thoughts.🤔
@@johnclemans7802 that would end up costing model kit consumers way more, with all that additional manufacturing and supply-chain complexity. How would you forecast how many want the custom or the stock parts, when the factory is producing 1000 kits or whatever # run cycle they typically make? They can't be interrupting their future production schedule, constantly switching from one model back to another set of special parts, because they miss the demand for things. Including both stock and custom parts in one package is the most price efficient way to market kits, and leaves no one disappointed that they cannot build the kit as wanted.
lol, extra parts leftover is easily solved in my case .... they go into the trash when I finish a build. 😉
Great to have you back buddy! awesome build and cool choice in colours ✌Canada✌
You did a very nice job on this one. It looks fantastic.
Thank you!!😊
Excellent job Louie. Can't go wrong with a bright orange pickup 👍👍
Pretty cool that a truck that I'm not a big fan has box art that makes me want to get the kit. lol
Nice looking truck. I may just have to pick me one up now😊
Absolutely beautiful build my friend, very nice, you should be happy with that one ❤ Cheers 🍻🍻 KC 🇦🇺🇦🇺🤝🦘🦘🏔🏔🌧🌧
Thank you!!! 😊
@@TheAutisticModeler your welcome 🙏 🤗
Nice
Nice build Louie. The custom parts are cool.
This came out great Louie!! But I did spy those 2 primer Fords behind you, lol. Looking forward to those!
Oh, those are 1972 Dodge Polaras They were 3D printed by a good friend of mine.
THAT looks awesome!!!
Welcome back Louie
great video! totally agree on the box art too !!
Nicely done Louie
Looks great!!!
Awesome paint job and super clean build!!! Love it!!!
Great build Louie. love the orange paint job and the white scallops accent it perfectly. I kind of like that a six cylinder was chose for the model instead of some Big'Ol V-8 that usually is chose. I've always been into six cylinders. That fuel injection system that was used didn't work very well I had it on my '57 Chevy then took it off to be replaced by 2 deuces., ran much better. I also like how you pointed out the flaw on the front end and how to make the correction.
Thanks Dad!!! Glad you liked it!!
Great looking build . I have the stock version I had no issues
Very cool.🤓👍
Early 60s Chevy had Torsion Bar Front End
Thank you!! I didn’t know that.
Is orange the only color you have?
No, I really like orange!!