Kenworth W-900 Wrecker 1:25 Scale Revell Model Kit #85-2510 Review
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Kenworth W-900 Wrecker 1:25 Scale Revell Model Kit #85-2510 Review
Review and Photos by Alan Mann 
The W900 is a Kenworth Class 8 truck known for its long-nose style. Although more aerodynamic models, such as the T600, and succeeding versions have been introduced for fleet use the stylish W900 remains in production due to its particular popularity with owner-operators. The W900 was a gradual introduction, retaining many features of its predecessors which also continued to be sold alongside it in the early 1960s. The engine sizes for the W900 range from 9 liters to 16 liters, with ratings up to 625-horsepower. The W900 has front axles from 12,000 to 22,000-lb ratings, and rear axles from 23,000-lb single to 58,000-lb tandems. The “W” stands for “Worthington”. Breakdowns do happen, and when they happen to the biggest semis you can expect to see a large wrecker doing the recovery. Many times it is the Kenworth W-900 getting it back to the shop. These Big Rig Wreckers are outfitted with cranes and equipment that allow the trucks to haul a fully loaded semi and trailer to a repair facility. These are massive machines and can range in price from $500,000 and up depending on optional equipment.
For the modeler: This review covers the recent Re-release (Re-Pop) of the Kenworth W900 Wrecker by Revell in 1/25 scale. Although it’s not really described as such, this is a 2-N-1 kit. You could also just build it as a day cab, as those parts are in the kit 
too. This is kit #85-2510 in the current catalog. Revell rates this as a Skill Level 5 for advanced builders and it contains 411 parts molded in White, Chrome, Clear and Vinyl and has Chain and Cording. The decals are waterslide and have a sharp color quality. The instruction sheet is typical of the Revell style in book format. This is a previously released kit and can be found in multiple releases in the past, this kit is unchanged beyond decals. For the build you get a very detailed kit with a full motor and chassis that needs full assembly. The interior is well detailed and the dash is a decal which makes detailing easy. The cab and hood are solid parts but the wrecker bed needs full assembly. This is a complicated build that requires time for part assemblies to dry, you cannot rush this build for the best results. Overall finished dimensions are: Length: 14″, Width: 4-7/16″, Height: 6″.
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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; abrasive choices; complete paint and adhesive selections and applications; test fitting; using white glue for the window glass; suspension construction; fifth wheel discussion for an optional build; frame and cross-member assembly; shock and torsion bar installation; how to replace missing parts; detailing the tires for realism; chassis construction and detailing; engine construction and detailing; fuel tank notes; interior detailing; optional finishing ideas are explained; duallie installation; detailing the turn signals and roof lights; adding blackwash detailing to the grill for realism; detailing the dashboard with accent colors; installing the driveshaft; mounting the fuel tanks; identifying and removing mold lines; optional kit parts; detailing the interior; attaching delicate parts; lightbar detailing and installation; sectioning instructions for a proper decal fit; using foil to simulate chrome trim; assembling the booms and winches; building the wrecker deck; masking for tutone paint; complete deck finishing details; combining instruction steps into sub-assemblies for better finishing; leftover parts; using floor wax to make crystal clear window glass; decal preparation and application; using decal setting solutions for that “painted on†look; are all fully examined in this comprehensive 39 page, full-color Step-by-Step review in PDF format.
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