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Willys MB Jeep 1:35 Scale Tamiya Model Kit #35219 Review
Review and Photos by James Yeager 
The Jeep was designed in a crash program in 1941 to be used throughout World War II. The iconic 4X4 ¼ ton truck was a blend of designs from Willys-Overland, Bantam and Ford and adapted for many roles throughout the war. By the time it was over, Willys had produced over 300,000 MB’s for service to the allies. Dependable and lightweight they provided crucial command and reconnaissance maneuvers in every campaign. The design eventually led to the development of the Jeep CJ (Civilian Jeep) which has become a familiar sight the world over.
For the Modeler: This is the Tamiya kit 35219 that is 1: 35 scale, and a Skill Level 2. The pieces are molded in olive drab, clear, with waterslide decals. There are 97 pieces to this kit and very well laid out instructions. This is a reissue of the 1990’s 
Jeep Willys MB ¼ ton 4X4 Truck. This is one of four variations Tamiya had out for the Jeep Willys body design. The other three versions are U.S. Jeep ¼ ton 4X4 Truck Willys MB with trailer(35015), British Special Air Service Jeep (35033), British SAS Commando Vehicle 1944 (25152). The dimensions are; 3¾ L X 2 1/8 W X 2 H with the machine gun and 3¾ L X 2 1/8 w X 2 1/8 H with the hood up, 3¾ L X 2 1/8 W X 1 7/8 H with the windshield up, 3¾ L X 2 1/8 W X 1¾ H with Soldier and windshield down.
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; detailing the interior tub; making realistic tires; easy ways to attach small parts; engine detailing; dashboard detailing; chassis detailing and installation; suspension installation; front/rear wheel differentiation; using “clear†glue for the windows and glass; how to detail paint the driver figure; “flat†finishing techniques for accuracy; livery considerations; decal preparation and application; using “weathering†applications to enhance the model; are all fully examined in this 12 page, full-color Step-by-Step review in PDF format.
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US Army Staff Car Model 1942 1:48 Scale Tamiya Model Kit #32559 Review
Review and Photos by Alan Mann 
A staff car is a vehicle used by a senior military officer, and is part of their country’s white fleet. The term is most often used in relation to the United Kingdom where they were first used in quantity during World War I. Military Staff and Command Cars are used for light transportation duties for senior officers and their communications. Some models are based on civilian automobiles, depending on combat or non-combat missions. These were civilian cars — not built to full military specs — just stripped of chrome, painted OD Green and maybe a few cosmetic changes to lights or other features. The War Department manual TM 9-2800 “Standard Military Motor Vehicles” lists two 5-Passenger 4×2 Sedan models: Light: Manufactured by Chevrolet, Ford, Plymouth. And, Heavy: Manufactured by Buick, Packard
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For the Modeler: This review covers the Tamiya kit 32559 U.S. Army Staff Car molded id 1/48 scale. The kit consists of 38 parts molded in Gray and Clear Styrene and includes a Metal chassis and one screw. The scale allows this to be added into their Military 
Miniatures Collection of tanks, planes and other diorama pieces. The kit is simplistic with no motor details and basic interior details. At this size not much would show anyway. The body is well molded and detailed. The kit includes a person to have as a driver. The decals are Typical Tamiya high quality. There is no question this is a basic build with the exterior being highly detailed as to use this in a diorama setting. Being a military car it is all Olive Drab Green making detail painting a breeze! Overall size is Length: 3-3/4â€, Width: 1-1/2â€, Height: 1-1/8â€.
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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; complete paint and adhesive selections and applications; test fitting; detailing the interior tub; making realistic tires dashboard detailing; chassis detailing and installation; suspension installation; front/rear wheel differentiation; using “clear†glue for the windows and glass; how to detail paint the driver figure; decal preparation and application; using “setting†solutions to enhance the decals; are all fully examined in this 9 page, full-color Step-by-Step review in PDF format.
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CheZooom Corvair Funny Car 1:25 Scale AMT Model Kit #873 Review
Review and Photos by Alan Mann
The Kats at AMT have retooled the missing parts necessary to resurrect the CheZooom Corvair funny car! Featuring a custom rear-engine chassis design and blown drag motor, this sought-after kit has not been available since the late 1960s. With full Retro Deluxe treatment including optional tinted windows, it’s been made even better than the original! While not a real race car this “Phantom†design is based on the chassis of the Hemi Under Glass kit with the Corvair body. This was an exclusive AMT creation to capitalize on the Dragstrip model interest from the late 60’s.
For the Modeler: This review is based on the Round2/AMT kit #AMT873 CheZooom Corvair. The kit is 1/25 scale and is considered a Skill Level 3 for the advanced builder. The kit consists of roughly 90 parts molded in White, Clear, Clear Red, Chrome and 
Vinyl tires. The instruction sheet is broken into five steps that assemble the car in sub-assembly format. The decals are crisp reprints of the originals. The motor assembles nicely and detail is fair. It would be easy to add extra details on this motor. The interior is a simple tub with no details. There is one seat and a basic dash. The chassis is a basic Drag car design and is actually Copyright stamped Plymouth Barracuda with a date of 2004. The kit has M&H Slicks that are 2 piece plastic but also included is a very nice set of Vinyl Goodyear slicks with Tampo-Print. The body is a basic Corvair and looks correct. The kit has optional parts that can be added at your discretion. The instructions have you trim the rear wheel openings to fit the slicks, but you’ll have to follow my guidelines for a proper trim. I recommend building the chassis as a whole then test fitting and cutting as needed prior to painting the body. Overall dimensions are: Length: 7-1/4â€, Width: 2-3/4â€, Height: 2-1/4â€.
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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; complete paint and adhesive selections and applications; test fitting; detailing the interior tub; complete engine construction and rear panel detailing; masking the body for stripes; foiling the trim; explaining instruction errors; making realistic tires; how to assemble and install the rollbar; dashboard detailing and sourcing; front and rear suspension build sequence; chassis installation; modifying the rear chassis pan for fitment; removing unwanted chrome plating; detailing the back panel; removing unwanted copyright script; using “clear†glue for the windows and glass; how to use the kit’s undocumented parts; decal preparation and application; using “setting†solutions to enhance the decals; wiring the engine with aftermarket parts; removing factory moldings for a drag car version; rear wheel opening modifications to accept the drag slicks; comparative kit history; identifying and removing mold lines; using parts-box wheels and tires; are all fully examined in this extensive 16 page, full-color Step-by-Step review in PDF format.
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