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Post by loco8107 on Jan 29, 2018 6:56:47 GMT -8
I was wondering what is the most popular decade for HO cars and trucks being made today?
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Post by ambluco on Jan 29, 2018 7:28:54 GMT -8
I think it's always two decades away from what you model.
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Post by slowfreight on Jan 29, 2018 8:21:53 GMT -8
It's my impression that unless you model the 1950s, where Classic Metal Works and Sylvan have a broad offering, there's not really a decade where you can get enough variety to build a layout.
Between trucks, cars, buses, and utility equipment, there's probably something important missing in every decade.
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Post by onequiknova on Jan 29, 2018 9:54:44 GMT -8
It's my impression that unless you model the 1950s, where Classic Metal Works and Sylvan have a broad offering, there's not really a decade where you can get enough variety to build a layout. Between trucks, cars, buses, and utility equipment, there's probably something important missing in every decade. The 60's and 70's have pretty good coverage in resin if you know where to look, and are willing to build them. Even more coverage if you include 3D printed models. Those require quite a bit more work though. I have over 40 unique 60' and 70's resin car kits here either built or waiting to be built, and I know of dozens more coming out soon. Combine those with all the mass produced 60's and 70's cars out there, and you have more than enough to realistically populate a large layout. These cottage industry resin car kits can get pricey though. |
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Post by slowfreight on Jan 29, 2018 11:34:49 GMT -8
The 60's and 70's have pretty good coverage in resin if you know where to look, and are willing to build them. Even more coverage if you include 3D printed models. Those require quite a bit more work though. I have over 40 unique 60' and 70's resin car kits here either built or waiting to be built, and I know of dozens more coming out soon. Combine those with all the mass produced 60's and 70's cars out there, and you have more than enough to realistically populate a large layout. These cottage industry resin car kits can get pricey though. I'll agree that for cars, the 1970s are doing decently. But for heavy equipment we're really hurting because all of the Norscot models are too modern. And for trucks, it's very hit/miss. I can get some decent semi trailers--not necessarily in trucking company paint schemes--but tractor selection is limited. Resin kits and RTR for semi tractors are much better for modern modelers. Things have certainly been improving, but I have many happy opportunities to practice true modeling skills  |
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Post by hovehicle on Jan 29, 2018 12:26:43 GMT -8
It's really sad that in the era of Tier 4 Gevos we have only one modern American car available that is assembled and painted from a quality manufacturer: The 2013 Corvette from BOS models available from American Excellence. Of course we have the fine RPS vehicles, but not 1 car. Ron told me there was not enough interest which is truly sad. I guess I'll have to put a Lamborghini Gallardo in the parking lot! When I say modern American, I mean 2010-2018. Yes, I do have every Ricko American car in multiples.
Vito L.
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Post by grahamline on Jan 29, 2018 12:41:54 GMT -8
Try finding '70s or newer North American farm equipment? 4x4 tractor?
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Post by ncrc5315 on Jan 29, 2018 18:29:34 GMT -8
Try finding '70s or newer North American farm equipment? 4x4 tractor? There are a few out there, but very few. I've looked on Shapeways, and can find plenty of 1/64, but very little 1/87. |
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Post by MONSTERRAILROAD on Jan 29, 2018 19:33:28 GMT -8
It's really sad that in the era of Tier 4 Gevos we have only one modern American car available that is assembled and painted from a quality manufacturer: The 2013 Corvette from BOS models available from American Excellence. Of course we have the fine RPS vehicles, but not 1 car. Ron told me there was not enough interest which is truly sad. I guess I'll have to put a Lamborghini Gallardo in the parking lot! When I say modern American, I mean 2010-2018. Yes, I do have every Ricko American car in multiples. Vito L. I have also looked for and want modern AMERICAN companies AND very common foreign vehicles. I have a ton of gorgeous newer BMWs but no Honda Accords, Toyota Camry's, Nissan Maximas, Hyundai Elantra's, Chevy Impala's, or the newer Ford Taurus cop cars and citizen cars. I see Ford Taurus cop cars on shapesays but I am not paying $20 a car to clean it, paint it and have all black windows because they also have to be painted. I WOULD however pay $20 per car for a Ford Taurus cop car from River Point Models or ANY other manufacturer. Oh yeah, I am still looking for a nice modern limousine too. But I do need to change out my California highway patrol Ford Crown Vics with the new Ford Taurus' and Ford Explorers asap. Someone needs to make those soon. Perhaps Herpa or Ricko. |
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Post by lvrr325 on Jan 30, 2018 1:42:48 GMT -8
Nowadays they have to go to the manufacturer and pay a licensing fee to mass produce them. Plus because of the size they may not pass a choke test for young children. I think that was what killed off the Fresh Cherries and other cheap HO cars from Wal-marts.
The last two I bought were a '59 Pontiac and a '61 Cadillac. A little old for my layout but I needed that Pontiac.
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Post by Chet on Jan 30, 2018 9:11:08 GMT -8
I would have to say that there are a lot more available for the transition era. My time period is set in the late summer of 1957 and there is a wealth of vehicles available for that time period.  I have vehicles from Alloy Forms, Classic Metal Works, Oxford, NEO and others and tried counting them but lost count at over 200.  I do feel lucky that there is a wide variety available. I have been collecting and decent vehicles for this time period for around 30 years. onequiknova has done some excellent work with more modern vhicles and I will admit that I could not approach the quality of his work. Sadly, there is a woeful shortage of RTR vehicles for the modern era. |
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Post by hovehicle on Jan 30, 2018 10:17:02 GMT -8
Great looking layout Chet with all of the nice vehicles. Your era is abundant with choice. Our era 2010-2018 is a joke. We have SD60E's Tier 4 Gevos, and possibly a Tier 4 ACE coming from MTH with absolutely nothing to show for it. Every vehicle Big Al mentioned is perfect for what I need also for the layout. And, I'm also in need of the the new Taurus Interceptor and 2011 Ford Explorer. Atlas are you listening?
Vito L.
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Post by riogrande on Jan 30, 2018 10:25:56 GMT -8
The dealership in the last photo is nicely done!
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Post by loco8107 on Jan 31, 2018 4:55:19 GMT -8
The dealership in the last photo is nicely done! I will second that statement |
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Post by Chet on Jan 31, 2018 8:47:15 GMT -8
It is really sad when it comes to modern vehicles. I see plenty of trucks, but when it comes to passenger vehicles, all there is is crickets. There are so many people modeling modern equipment and there is such a void in this category.
I appreciate the comments on the photos, Thanks.
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Post by tom17 on Jan 31, 2018 16:05:04 GMT -8
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Post by fiend540 on Jan 31, 2018 18:14:04 GMT -8
It's my impression that unless you model the 1950s, where Classic Metal Works and Sylvan have a broad offering, there's not really a decade where you can get enough variety to build a layout. Between trucks, cars, buses, and utility equipment, there's probably something important missing in every decade. The 60's and 70's have pretty good coverage in resin if you know where to look, and are willing to build them. Even more coverage if you include 3D printed models. Those require quite a bit more work though. I have over 40 unique 60' and 70's resin car kits here either built or waiting to be built, and I know of dozens more coming out soon. Combine those with all the mass produced 60's and 70's cars out there, and you have more than enough to realistically populate a large layout. These cottage industry resin car kits can get pricey though. Where would one look for these resin kits? Brands? Thanks! |
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Post by onequiknova on Jan 31, 2018 20:47:59 GMT -8
The 60's and 70's have pretty good coverage in resin if you know where to look, and are willing to build them. Even more coverage if you include 3D printed models. Those require quite a bit more work though. I have over 40 unique 60' and 70's resin car kits here either built or waiting to be built, and I know of dozens more coming out soon. Combine those with all the mass produced 60's and 70's cars out there, and you have more than enough to realistically populate a large layout. These cottage industry resin car kits can get pricey though. Where would one look for these resin kits? Brands? Thanks! 87 RPM has a plethora of quality resin kits of 60/70's American cars. Not just muscle cars either, but sedans and wagons too. The guys name is Peter Rings, from Germany. I've chatted with him a bunch on Facebook, and he has shown me 40+ more cars he hasn't released yet. I have evrything he has done to date, and they are quality kits. His kits were sold only through this website. www.dutchart-models.nl/87rpm/p-1a-1/UNFORTUNATELY,the guy who ran that website passed away. Last night, oddly enough. I've been told Peter will be selling his kits directly now, but It's too soon for me to start asking him when and how. I also have a dozen or so 60's/70's resin cars available and am working on more. I've posted most of them on the Sunday Photo Fun thread over the last few years. If you have facebook, I strongly suggest joining the "1/87 scale vehicle models" group. You should be able to find all the info you need there. |
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