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Jungle Jim Rail Dragster 1:25 Scale Revell Model Kit #85-4312 Review

Review and Photos by James Yeager  

This is a replica of the rail dragster that Ron Attebury raced in 1976 under the Jungle Jim banner.  This model is a tribute to a great racing legend, James Liberman (aka Jungle Jim). Jungle Jim started racing in the 1960’s and soon became very popular in the racing field. He was listed as #17 of a list of 50 for the NHRA drivers. Jungle Jim was very active in racing all the way up to his death in 1977.

 
For the Modeler: This review is for the Jungle Jim Rail Dragster 1:25 Scale Revell Model Kit #85-4312. It is a skill level 3 kit for the advanced builder.  The pieces are molded in white, chrome, black vinyl tires and water slide decals. There are 119 pieces to this kit and it features well laid out instructions.   The finished dimensions are; 10 5/16” L  X  2 3/8”W  X 2 5/8” H. the figure is 1 ¼” L  X  7/8” W  X  3” H.

Covered in this Review:  If you want to perfect your build: basic construction; preparing parts for better finishing; alternate assembly sequence suggestions for fit and ease of finishing; complete paint and adhesive selections and applications; test fitting; cautionary notes for part identification; fuel pump modifications for fit; chassis construction; suspension construction; decal preparation and application; removing flash from parts; HEMI engine assembly and wiring; distributor mods for wiring; realistic tire finishing methods; finishing the driver figure, are all fully examined in this pictorial 12 page, full-color Step-by-Step review in PDF format.

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WW2 German Elite Infantryman Figure 1:16 Scale Tamiya Kit #3 (36303) Review

Review and Photos by Frank MacKay  

Strangely, this figure is referred to only as an ‘Elite German Infantryman’ but a close inspection of the box art reveals that he’s a Waffen SS Panzergrenadier. He’s wearing M1944 pea pattern or dot camouflage which was only issued to the SS, and the distinctive belt buckle insignia confirms his affiliation. The Waffen SS were probably the most ruthless and fanatical soldiers in the history of warfare and even today they are spoken of with dread. While their exploits were not always honourable or admirable, it cannot be denied that they were at least extremely interesting.

 

For the Modeler: This is the third addition to Tamiya’s line of about 12 plastic figure kits in 1/16 scale (120mm), mostly on German WW2 subjects. It is comprised of ~30 pieces molded in medium gray. For the price, these kits offer extreme value and build up into excellent figures which are suitable for finishing by a novice right up to the professional. Their only close rivals in the market are similar WW2 kits made by Dragon or Kirin, which offer comparable quality and subject matter at a slightly higher price. Regardless of your political opinions, this figure is an emblematic representation of that time in history and as such, deserves a place in every model soldier collection. The modeling of the figure and his equipment is extremely accurate and well done, the pose very realistic and obviously sculpted from real life by a modeler intimately familiar with this subject. It is an easy build apart from some correction tweaks and a complicated paint job, all of which will be examined in minute detail in this article.

Covered in this article: Basic construction, glue, multimedia paint and material selections; reference materials; preparation, dealing with flash removal; filling seams on a figure; adding metal locating pins to improve stability; application of primer; masking large areas for camouflage painting by aerosol and airbrush, using latex masking fluid; highlighting and shadowing creases using ink washes and dry brushing with oil paint; drilling out areas to accept straps made from lead foil; casting additional insignia; suggestions for increasing accuracy and detail; making your own figure base with plaster cast groundwork; creating scale spent casings;  making a title plaque, are fully examined in this 23 page, full colour, comprehensive guide by an expert figure painter.

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Slingster Customizing Dragster 1:25 Scale Monogram Model Kit #85-4997 Review

Review and Photos by Tony & Martha Gibson

Back in the 50s and early 60s these rail dragsters were the best of the drag strips around the county.  The only served one purpose, to go fast.  Not a lot of attention was paid to safety, and unfortunately a lot of drivers were seriously injured or killed. This just shows how far drag racing has come in safety and technology.  These cars can still be found today at vintage drag events and can still raise the hair on the back on your neck.

For the Modeler: This review is for the Slingster Customizing Dragster 1:25 Scale Monogram Model Kit #85-4997. It is a skill level 3 kit for the advanced builder.  There are 107 pieces to this kit and it comes molded in white, clear and chrome, two rear vinyl “pie cutter” drag slicks (no brand), and two narrow front drag vinyl runners with no brand marks. Included are “old school” looking water slide decal combo with six design features and very well laid out instructions.  This kit is a lot of fun to build and has many build options. It’s a nice kit on it’s own but it makes a great platform for detailing and aftermarket additions. Included are 2 completely different engines (Chevy & Hemi), 3 different intakes and 3 different exhausts plus a Chopped and Sectioned coupe body. The finished dimensions are; Length: 5-15/16″, Width: 2-1/2″, Height: 1-3/4″.  Have fun and keep the glue off the windshield – Tony.

Covered in this Review:  If you want to perfect your build: basic construction; preparing parts for better finishing; alternate assembly sequence suggestions for fit and ease of finishing; complete paint and adhesive selections and applications; test fitting; cautionary notes for part identification; chassis modifications; chassis alignment; rear axle construction; personalizing your dragster with a Sharpie;  suspension construction; painting techniques, are all fully examined in this pictorial 14 page, full-color Step-by-Step review in PDF format.

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