1972 Chevy C/K Pickup Racer's Wedge 2n1 1/25 Scale Model Kit Build Review MPC885 Chevrolet 350 V8
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- Опубликовано: 22 окт 2024
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• BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: MPC’s 1/25 scale 1972 Chevy Pickup with Racer’s Wedge body options has been requested by modelers and now it’s back! It’s designed for the intermediate modeler, but like all MPC kits has enough detail to satisfy even the most seasoned model builder!
• FEATURE PACKED: All parts are included to build this exciting kit one of TWO ways: A beautiful factory stock replica of the 1972 Chevy Cheyenne pickup, or the car-hauling Racer’s Wedge ramp truck! Options include stock or open wheels, whitewall-striped tires and many accessory display parts for the Racer’s Wedge version! It also features a huge decal sheet with plenty of colorful graphics to decorate the finished model!
• QUICK SPECS: 1/25 Scale, over 145 easy to assemble parts; approximately 9 inches long once assembled. Molded in white with pad-printed black vinyl tires and clear windows. Many chrome plated parts. Paint and glue required. Skill 2 rating, for ages 10+.
• THE PERFECT PRESENT: Spread some retro joy! Maybe you have an avid hobbyist or racing enthusiast in your life. This model kit makes an ideal gift for any occasion! Buy one for brother or dad!
C/K is a series of trucks that were manufactured by General Motors. Marketed under the Chevrolet and GMC brands, the C/K series included a wide range of vehicles. While most commonly associated with pickup trucks, the model line also included chassis-cab trucks and medium-duty trucks and served as the basis for GM full-size SUVs. Used for both the model branding and the internal model code, "C" denoted two-wheel drive; "K" denoted four-wheel drive.
Introduced for the 1960 model year, four generations of the model line were produced, with GMC rebranding full-size pickups under a singular GMC Sierra nameplate for 1988. GM marketed the C/K in South America in Brazil, Chile, and Argentina.
After 1989, medium-duty trucks exited the C/K series, replaced by the Chevrolet Kodiak/GMC TopKick. For 1999, the Chevrolet Silverado (marketed by GMC as the Sierra) replaced the model line, with production of C/K pickup trucks ending after the 2000 model year. Drawing its nameplate from the top-level C/K trim, the Silverado consolidated Chevrolet pickup trucks under a singular nameplate (following GMC). The final C/K vehicles were heavy-duty chassis cabs sold through the 2002 model year.
Numerous changes occurred in 1971. First came another new grille design (the "egg crate") for Chevrolet trucks and black paint over portions of the GMC grille. Second, an additional trim package was introduced: the Cheyenne. On GMC models, this was equivalent to the Sierra. These packages consisted mostly of comfort features - nicer interiors, more padding and insulation, carpet, chrome trim, and upper and lower side molding and tailgate trim. 1971 was the first year for AM/FM radios factory installed. Finally, the front brakes on all light-duty trucks were switched from drum brakes to disc brakes, resulting in much less brake fade under heavy use. While prior C/K half-ton trucks had used a six-lug bolt pattern (6 x 5.5") for the wheels, two-wheel-drive models switched to a five-lug pattern (5 x 5-inch bolt circle) common to Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Cadillac passenger cars. The 1/2 ton 4 x 4 retained the 6 lug bolt pattern. This bolt pattern would remain the standard through the end of the C/K series (along with the Chevrolet/GMC vans). The 20 and 30-series trucks had the 8 x 6.5" pattern. Also, Chevrolet changed the 396 V8 emblem designation to 400 V8.
The 1972 models were very similar to the 1971 models, with the only change being the rear view mirror was glued to the windshield rather than bolted to top of the cab, and metal or vinyl-covered flat door panels were no longer available; all trim level door panels were molded plastic with integral armrests and wood grain inserts on Cheyenne and Sierra trim levels. For restoration, it should also be noted that the door and window cranks were slightly longer due to the molded plastic door panels, and the vent windows were now secured with a single screw on the inside of the door, thus differentiating it from the 1971 model year. The trim levels were rearranged on GMCs, with the Custom now being the lowest level (the Deluxe being dropped) and the Sierra and Sierra Grande becoming separate trim levels at the top of the lineup rather than option packages as before.
Very happy to see these older kits being reissued. I’m 73 and still builden em . Wish you guys could get hold of the jo-Han molds😁
I'm sure they have some of them somewhere.
JoHan had some great kits!
I love how broad the age group of people who build models are , I’m 14 and my grandpa got me into the hobby a couple years ago. I love building all sorts of middles from armor models to cars to battleships and I love the connection it brings with it.
I heard the Johan molds were destroyed but you'd think one of the model companies would clone some of those great kits,,,they were very desirable and would go over big today
I miss the Jo-Han kits too. I had many. But it seems the tooling has changed hands so many times, no one knows where they are, or if they still exist.
I love the AC/DC reference, 1990 400 watts and an equaliser. You were the king!
Razor's EDGGEEEEEE!
Great watching today. I built that kit in the 70s. 1972. This video brought back great memories. Thanks for building this kit.👍👍👍👍
Glad you enjoyed it!
I just finished this kit. I used alot of your tips and techniques from this video. Thanks for all the info hpiguys 👍
Great to hear!
Looks great! I can't wait to build mine. Thanks for the tips.
This is my Favorite 70's truck body of all time
Whenever I see your videos I want to start building another model Kit. Thanks for taking the time.
This will make a great display for vintage race cars and muscle cars.Also saw you using orange sharpie for turn signals red works well on chrome and on clear if you don't have clear paint.
Yup, used red on the tails.
One of the coolest kits I’ve seen you build. Thanks for sharing your work. Keep on teaching us!
Thanks, will do!
Headlight tip,,, paint those chrome lenses gloss white and before the paint can dry wipe off only the middle so the white fades back to the edge,,,looks pretty real,,,try it you'll like it
My father had a 72 Chevy Pickup in a similar baby blue. It was his competitive Truck Puller. "Little Blue" was the name. Always bring me back seeing that cab and color combo.
Time to grab the kit and build up a tribute. :)
Sure, dangle the minnow in front of the Northern! Great build, may need 2 from the drag strip diorama I'm thinkin. Winter's in WI. ...basement life!
Yeah, more to clean up today but it's been a pretty light winter so far.
I finally got mine built and the video posted after watching your review Chris. I did mine as an older used hauler
Awesome work there, Sir! Also, now you have a nice stock pair of side mirrors for one of your other trucks! (Bonus!)
Good video ,Thanks well done. I am 53 and have never built a model car. Just started a V8 engine build , assembled some snap togethers. Ready to try the real thing .
Right on!
Welcome to the bench
Another fun build. Thanks - and like the color you picked.
Glad you like it!
Love the old school ramp/wedge truck...now you need to load a sweet gasser on board & head for the local 1320' ✌😎
I have a old photo of Bruce Larson's USA1 Camaro sitting on one of those wedge trucks !
That would be cool
I watch all of your videos and I am just stumped. Who would dislike them?
A "BRAINDEAD" Person !!!
Trolls are a thing. We'll let them hate me over how I make model toy cars, it's probably all they have in life.
Another great build! Brought back a lot of memories of disassembly and rebuilding this kit when a built one was given to me.
Thank you!
I like the way you detailed your models. My dad had a car that was in HotRod Magazine twice and made the cover once. I might have a business deal for you. I will get back to you as soon as I can. Keep up the good work!!!
I like all the extras you did , mirrors look great . Kit is awesome, build is even better .
SOOOOO KOOOOOLLLL
Glad you like them!
I like the way you built this kit. This kit reminds me why I liked MPC kits back in the day. They didn't cost as much as most Revell kits also. Dirt track racing was a big thing in my area and we used to make race cars. We used the plastic that the parts were molded from to build roll cages. Our creations would have look great on the back of your hauler.
Nice memories!
I want a couple of these. One to build as done here, and a second one to put the ramp on a Ford truck and put the pickup body on a USA-1 monster truck chassis. Sand off the lower body trim, paint it Caddy pearl white and use the USA-1 decals and it will look great. Kitbashing is a fun part of the hobby.
Enjoy!
I been wanting to order this kit for my 1972 Bobby Allison Chevy Monte Carlo Coke car i done. That will be a nice go together
Thanks, and enjoy!
Chris u r the man...thats why I got nothing but luv for u buddy! Keep building my brother.👍
I appreciate that!
Sprue trees, cab, bed & chassis are molded the exact same as the amt '72 Chevy...only thing different is the optional wedge bed & tools...but I think I need to get one of these for the accessories...
always glad to see a fellow, lefty!
Haha, enjoy!
Beautiful build! I built one of those original release kits when I was about 12 or so. Thanks for the memories!😃
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hi, I am a new subscriber and half watched a number of your builds.I especially like 5this one.Years ago I was an avid model builder until my young cousin came for a visit and decided that my model cars were just like hot wheels and broke a few.I quit the hobby.now back into it and your videos are a godsend.
Awesome, thank you!
That is a great truck.
I love American trucks.
Super build as usual.
Glad you like it!
I finally got one of these the other day so I’m going back and watching the video again. I think I’m going to do it with my grumpys toy on the back of mine, make this the car hauler.
Enjoy!
Glad to see this re-released. My goal is to restore the kit my dad built in 1970 when he bought his C10 (now mine) new, duplicate my 70, and duplicate the 71 blazer we had when I was growing up.
Hi! Thanks for this video and the others. I did never see a real one of these and I won't see one soon for sure as I am not living in U.S.A. But it looks great as it is the normal thing in your videos. This looks great with the tools and I love tools as I do modelling. I think I'd love to buy mpc and other brands of model car directly, but everything that comes out of U.E. is a pain in the ass to get to me... Please keep posting your models.
Thanks, and enjoy!
Very nice kit and gorgeous build as always!!! 👍
Thank you kindly!
I got mine !! Now lets hope they bring back the tow truck as well ! Can anyone say cooters!
That would be great!
A display to display looks awesome again great job!!!
Thank you! Cheers!
Built that when I was a kid, gotta build it again, great build as always Chris 👍👍😃
Enjoy it!
I swear I see a new tip or trick on every build you do.
Looks great Chris! Love that blue.
Thanks!
Nice video Chris, I'll be getting a few to build!!!!!! 👍 👍 👍 👍
Thanks, and enjoy!
Always loved these as a kid. A must have for my model collection!
Thanks, and enjoy!
Thanks for the build - I'm building this kit now, and apparently no one has ever checked the fit of those side mirrors, I'm fighting to correct "the lean" now. A fun build, I'm thinking a Yenko Stinger Corvair will look good on it.
Looks very nice got to have 2 for both versions decals are awesome
They are!
good job honestly
Thanks, and enjoy!
I built this when I was kid for the Bruce Larson USA-1 Camaro funny car
Thanks, and enjoy!
I would of never thought of using sharpie's for turn signals or trim. Thanks for that tip!
Happy to help!
You're awesome I am learning a lot from you. Keep it simple is my downfall, I will be changing things up with this one.
Nice build!
Glad you think so!
Great video, one thing I would suggest is a video on how you separate the parts from the sprues. I have trouble removing parts from the sprues even with sharp side cutters. Thanks for the tip on colored sharpies!
Noted!
I think I may have to pick this up....make a nice display for another kit. Chris you are the only person I know that could buy testors silver by the gallon and not have it dry up before you used it all...LOL..
You'd be surprised how long those tiny bottles last. I go a few months before I open another.
Great video, I can't wait to get my hands on this wonderful looking kit.
Hope you enjoy it!
Can't wait for this one . Very nice build .can't wait for the next video 👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks 👍
Just picked this one up, can't wait to build it!
Thanks, and enjoy!
That came out cool! I foresee lots of people buying this kit for the wedge, using it with their truck of choice, and selling off the remaining stock C10 part or building it separately.
Yup!
Wow like to see you build more semis
I wasn't sure if I wanted this kit or not but now I do - I even know what car I'll display it with - Great job on this
Thanks, and enjoy!
WOW!!! Nice build. I have two on order now I am thinking I need a few more. I also learned a few new tricks Thank you. One more thing. I am a new subscriber as well. Thank you.
Awesome, thank you!
Looks Awesome! Can’t wait to do mine thanks for sharing
You are so welcome!
Awesome job buddy, I love how it came out, man do I enjoy watching your videos we both have fun with your builds it's all about enjoying our hobby..happy modeling...
Awesome thank you!
loving these vintage style builds!
Thanks for coming along!
@@hpiguy Thanks for making enjoyable content!
Would like to see your entire model display of all the kits you have built .
I was looking forward to this one. Love the color! This is a great kit. My wife happened to be here so I pointed to it and told her "Me want that one!" lol. I'll tell you if it worked. :)
LOL Thanks, and enjoy!
Another great build-up, nice to see this kit reissued.
I'll have to add another one to my future purchase list, I have the Model king issue that came with the open road camper.
Cool, thanks!
As always great build! I have been waiting a long time for this re-issue and I hope there will be more. Just an FYI, the 72s had blue bow ties. 😉
Thanks for the info!
It looks really good. Nice relaxing video.
Thank you so much 🤗
Great build as always. Like how you added some were to the ramp. Have a great weekend.
Thank you! Cheers!
I would love to find a 68 chevy truck model kit. The 72 is the closest I have found.
That wedge is really nice. Great job as usual.
Thanks, enjoy!
I’m thrilled to see that kit in its new version that hasn’t been seen since 1972, especially the packaging which I remember from back in the day, the other thing that I would love to see is the camper that they had, I just have to wonder if that would be able to fit this kit, if so it would look spectacular!!!
Hhhmmm 🤔🤔🤔
Yes, that camper truck is a must have.
Great build Chris , just finished detailing that engine on the revell 66 fleetside
Thanks!
There’s something about that music that started playing at the 21 mark that is so relaxing to my ears. Anyways , great build Chris !
Glad you enjoyed!
Quick & fun ...
words to live by.
Thanks, and enjoy!
It looks just great! You did a great job on it. Thanks for sharing this.
Thank you! Cheers!
Awesome build Chris. Nice color too. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you like it!
Looks good. I Might have to purchase this one.
You should!
Awsome build
Thanks, and enjoy!
Love all the cool extras
Thanks, and enjoy!
Love it, looks like a rather simple build, but Chris thanks for the build makes me wanna order a couple
Enjoy it!
Really cool build, Chris! 😁I need a couple of these!. Happy weekend, my friend 😊✌
Thanks, you too!
You make it look so easy..another outstanding job.Ive gotta find this kit somewhere.
Thanks, and enjoy!
modelroundup.com has them coming in.
that thing looks sharp can't wait till mine comes in
Thanks!
It would be cool to see one from the 40s
Cool build. Love the baby blue color.
There’s a Racer’s Edge in the first The Fast and the Furious movie.
Thanks, and enjoy! Cool info!
That is a must have will look sweet with one of my gassers on the back 👍
Thanks, and enjoy!
Nice gloss on your paint right out of the can. And a great build.
Thank you! Cheers!
I am happy to see some older kits coming back .. and also I been away from building model cars and trucks say about 40 years ago.. now I am closing in retirement I like to have something to do with my spare time.. yes this girl built them and as a response to my mom when she asked why I build them, I said rather see me go out and get pregnant or stoned with drugs? she bought me a few kits later.. LOL. I hope to get back into it soon.
Keep having fun!
Stop by the FB page for the Workshop and say hi as well!
Seen marko done same kit unboxings look forward to seeing what u do now to ur one,, just started watching, 👍👍👍 just edit the commet i write at the start great job love the blue u chose to go with u done a awsome build i like it very nice u killed it cool man, 👍👌
Thanks, and enjoy!
Great Vid. of a great kit Chris, the wait is over - do hope they
chose the right manufacturer so we all can get one though!
Fingers crossed!
Awesome build , building my self one right now. But
Building a Lowrider version to carry those show cars around.
I thought the same AC/DC reference when you mentioned it. Terrific job as always Chris. Can’t wait to get my hands on this kit
Thanks, and enjoy!
Nicely done
Thank you! Cheers!
Great job again Chris, you da man !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thanks again!
Awesome build and presentation Chris!! I have never owned the Racer's Wedge before and have been anticipating this rereleased and have mine on order!! Thanks for the review!!
Neither Have I, Really Looking Forward to it.
Hope you enjoy it!
I've got this on order from R2. Can't wait.
Same here 🤗🤗🤗
Thanks, and enjoy!
I have to get this kit...great job Chris
Thanks, and enjoy!
I love watching your video's, your sense of humor is outstanding. HAHA! Your builds are cool too.
Thank you very much!
Great build! Testors "turn signal amber" looks great on Chevy emblems too, btw. :)
Thank you very much!
Color reminds me of that Gulf Oil livery from that same early 70s period. I'd have to buy two of these kits because the regular truck looks just as good.
Right on!
Really thought you made a great choice on the color of the body. There were so many of those around in that color.
Thank you! Cheers!
Been waiting for this one chris wow excellent job love the blue cool color thank you for sharing keep them coming
Thanks, will do!
Awesome looking wedge! I think it's time to change that filter in your spray booth!!
Good idea!
neat one , on my wish list
Robert
Thanks, and enjoy!