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August 2014
Jersey Shore Model Car Club
Newsletter
Club Officers:
President
Vice Pres
Secretary
Treasurer:
Sgt. at Arms:
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John Stark
Dave Wood
Bob Kern
Joe Milko
Keith Justice
(732) 364-5829
(908) 349-8785
(732) 887-7454
(732) 363-2342
(732) 363-7044
Newsletter Staff:
Dave & Julie Wood
(908) 349-8785
E-Mail [email protected]
JSMCC meets on the 3 Friday each month @
Herbertsville First Aid Bldg.
500 Aurora Place Brick, NJ 08723
From 7pm – 11pm
NOTICE: This newsletter is the official publication of the
JSMCC. Any input from the membership is encouraged.
Please obtain permission prior to copying this newsletter.
*** Next Meeting is August 15th, 2014 ***
This month’s Contest is: Rat Rods, Hot Rods and Customs
See schedule inside for sub-themes
“Christmas in July” Theme Night…
Tiger Shark / Matchbox Replica
By Tory Mucaro
Club Webpage - http://www.jsmcc.org/
Club Forum: - http://jsmcc.proboards.com/index.cgi
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Idle Thoughts by John Stark III
I have to say I was very surprised by the amount of members
we had at our July meeting. Usually at this time of year we see
a little drop off, due to weather, vacations, picnics and any
number of summer related activities. That was not the case
Friday night; we had a great night, and even picked up some
new members.
Our truck guys are really growing in number now, the As God
intended table seems to be growing also. That is fantastic. It is
great when you can take something that is pretty much a
solitary hobby, and share it with so many others. By that I
mean, when you sit down to build, it is you, your kit, tools and
supplies, alone in a room, with whatever research material you
have, and whatever spiders are running through you head at
that time and you build.
Now with the addition of club members you can talk to,
message boards you can connect with, web sites you can
peruse and all of a sudden this solitary hobby becomes global.
You can send pictures and receive feedback immediately from
all corners of the earth. We can also sit in a room full of other
friends for hours, on a club night, sharing hints, tips,
techniques, feedback, and in the process learn and grow with
each other. That my friends is why we all gather together, to
celebrate and enjoy our hobby with others who feel the same
way.
Those of us who gathered together on Sunday July 27 at the
Old Time Drags and Funny Car Reunion had a fantastic day.
The weather started off a little iffy, drizzle and dark clouds, but
then it seemed like someone got the memo that Tommy
Kortman was not going to be there and the sun came out and
stayed out with us all day. The table was busy most of the day;
Once again we have to Thank Walt Frey for setting us up with
a prime location. You can see the pictures from the day on the
message board, check them out.
I am still awaiting info on the planned car show that the First
Aid Squad wants to run on the 13th or 14th of September. I try
to touch base with them every week to get updates. As I get
them so will you. A few members have been texting back and
forth to me about we should do this and can we do that, which
is fine, but you have to remember, this is the Squads
fundraiser, they have asked us to help out, and that is what we
are there for. Some of the texts I have been getting sort of
reinforce that a few guys are not paying attention at the
meeting when these things are discussed. If they were paying
attention then they would have heard me discuss what they
are asking me in the emails.
Just a reminder, when the meeting is called to order, you
should make an effort to pay attention. The things
discussed involve every one of you.
As of right now, we will have a small display set up indoors; we
will give them a hand in whatever they need us to do. I am also
looking into a Make and Take deal for an hour or so at some
point during the time we are there. The show is supposed to
run from 11 to 5. The only kit that would seem to work out for
the program that is available is the military Humvee, the rest of
the kits offered by Revell are aircraft. There will have to be a
parent with the youngster in order to participate, no parent, no
build. I will look into this some more. If I can get it done in time
we will go ahead,
We also had a discussion on the possibility of the guys from
the Pine Barrens model club sharing the building with us. I
spoke this past week to their President to let them know they
are more than welcome to share our building. He is going to
bring it up to his members and we will see how it goes from
there.
I would like to thank each and every member for making sure
the chairs and tables are set up and taken down after each
and every meeting.
Work has been a little slow for me right now, which means I
have been trying to finish up some of the model kits that I have
started in the past few years, I actually have finished three of
them in about the last two weeks. That's somewhat of a record
for me; I think I have five completed models for this year alone.
Only a few hundred more to go. LOL
I don't want to forget our kit raffle winners for this month, Steve
Rehberger, and Jonathan Kuna (twice)
That's about it from me for now, I have my daughter’s wedding
to get ready for, a pool that needs cleaning and some models
to finish up.
Repeat after me, IT'S A HOBBY, KEEP IT FUN
Newsletter Rundown by Bob Kern
Well we have a couple items back for your enjoyment this
month. First The MoM is BACK!!! August brings us the return
of the Model of the Month contest from the JSMCC message
board. We actually had an increase of voters from past
contests. It’s nice to see more participation and hopefully we
can get it to grow even more. Also returning this month is the
Club Member profile. We have a couple of new members
these past few months that were kind enough to submit
profiles. Also Pete sent us an article for this month’s
newsletter so don’t miss it. Maybe you can help him with his
“Decisions”. Chuck also sent in a great article for you guys to
enjoy on the “The Greatest Model Kit Ever Made?” How
about some of the other members stepping up and sending in
something for the newsletter???
Don’t forget if you have a tip, trick or technique you’d like to
share or if you built a newly released kit and want to review it
we are always looking and hoping members continue to
contribute to this newsletter. Don’t leave it up to the same
guys each month. If you’d like to contribute but don’t have
access to a computer or even e-mail no worries, jot it down
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on some paper and get it to Dave Wood and we will get it in a
future issue of the newsletter.
multiple pieces of colored plastic to create a model…stay
tuned
We need you guys to fill out your club profile forms, have
Dave take a flattering picture of you and we will get it in a
future newsletter. Please see Dave for the form. If you’d like
we can e-mail you one just let us know.
Don’t forget, this is your club and your newsletter and it can
only remain fun, interesting and enjoyable with your help and
contributions. So review a kit you just built, if you attend a
show take some pictures, send them to us and tell us about
the show. You get the idea.
Decisions…
By Pete Linszky
Some of the members may have read on our website of my
recent good fortune in obtaining one of my all time favorite kits,
or “holy grail kits” as some folks have christened them.
The Work Bench
Dan Hogan sent us some pictures of his work bench. He
thought it would make a nice new feature of the newsletter if
others would do the same. Here is Dan’s work bench area.
Send us some pics of your work bench and we’ll get it into a
future newsletter. Send your pictures to
[email protected]
The kit I speak of is Monogram’s SIZZLER kit of the early
1960’s. I know some of you are already rolling your eyes or
shaking your heads in wonderment why I’m so enthralled with
these old kits. Simply put, they captured my imagination as a
kid and they never relinquished their grip. I believe my primary
affection results from the multicolored parts in Monogram’s
early car kits, no painting necessary!!!
Anyway, with the kit now in house I realized that I had a major
decision to make. No, not which of the many versions of the
model to build. Not whether or not to paint it or not. The BIG
question was… should I build the kit at all?
Yep, after the decades of waiting, wondering, and planning I
was perplexed! If I build the kit, the value plummets! If I don’t
build the kit, what will become of it? Will my widow sell the kit
and realize some profit, or will she sell it a yard sale for small
change? Or possibly just throw it away? Should I save the kit
‘til whenever and realize a profit?
If I build the kit, any profit would go out the window, but I
would realize a childhood yearning that could only be satisfied
by having a completed SIZZLER on my shelf. Finally,
fulfillment of the timeless and undeniable joy of joining together
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Did you know??
By Felix Plaza Jr
Chevrolet Corvair
1964 Chevy Corvair Monza
The Chevrolet Corvair was a compact automobile produced
by the Chevrolet division of General Motors for the 1960–
1969 model years. It was the only American designed, massproduced passenger car to feature a rear-mounted air-cooled
engine.
The Corvair range included a two-door coupe, convertible,
four-door sedan, and four-door station wagon body styles, as
well as in passenger van, commercial van, and pickup truck
derivatives. The range competed with imported cars such as
the original Volkswagen Beetle, as well as the Ford Falcon,
Plymouth Valiant, and Studebaker Lark, that were new entries
in the compact car market segment that was established in
the U.S. by the 1950 Nash Rambler, which was reintroduced
in 1958 as the Rambler American.
The Corvair's legacy was affected by controversy surrounding
its handling, which led to its inclusion in Ralph Nader's Unsafe
at Any Speed. Subsequently, in 1972, Texas A&M University
conducted a safety commission report on the Corvair for the
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; it found that
the 1960–1963 Corvairs possessed no greater potential for
loss of control than its contemporaries in extreme situations.
The 1960 Corvair 569 and 769 series four-door sedans were
conceived as thrift cars offering few amenities in order to
keep the price competitive, with the 500 (standard model)
selling for under $2,000. Powered by the Turbo Air 6 engine
80 hp (60 kW; 81 PS) and three-speed manual or optional
extra cost two-speed Powerglide automatic transmission, the
Corvair was designed to have comparable acceleration to the
six-cylinder full-size Chevrolet Biscayne. The Corvair's unique
design included the "Quadri-Flex" independent suspension
and "Unipack Power Team" of engine, transmission and rear
axle combined into a single unit. Similar to designs of
European cars such as Porsche, Volkswagen, MercedesBenz and others, quadri-flex used coil springs at all four
wheels with independent rear suspension arms incorporated
at the rear. Specially designed 6.5 in by 13 in. 4-ply tires
mounted on 13 inch wheels with 5.5 in. width were standard
equipment. Available options included RPO 360, the
Powerglide two-speed automatic transmission ($146), RPO
118, a Gasoline Heater ($74), RPO 119, an AM tube radio
($54), and by February 1960 the rear folding seat (formerly
$32) was standard. Chevrolet produced 47,683 of the 569
model and 139,208 769 model deluxe sedans in 1960. In
January 1960, two two-door coupe models were introduced
designated as the 527 and 727 models. Following the
success of the "Mr. and Mrs." Monza styling concept cars at
the 1960 Chicago Auto Show, management approved the
neatly appointed bucket-seat trim of the 900 series Monza.
This model began arriving at showroom floors in April of
1960. Despite their late January introduction of the coupe,
these cars sold very well; about 14,628 base model 527
coupes, 36,562 727 deluxe coupes and 11,926 927 Monza
club coupes, making the coupe one of the most popular
Corvairs.
Sales figures revealed to Chevrolet management that the
Corvair was more of a specialty car than a competitor to the
conventionally designed Ford Falcon or Chrysler's Valiant.
Corvair was not as competitive in the economy segment and
Chevrolet began a design program that resulted in a compact
car with a conventional layout, the Chevy II, for the 1962
model year.
First generation (1960–1964)
1960 Chevy Corvair
Chevy Corvair Convertible
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The Corvair was Motor Trend magazine's Car of the Year for
1960.
The 1961 Monza was heavily promoted and referred to as
"the poor man's Porsche" in various car magazines. The
Monza series expanded with a four-door sedan body style in
addition to the two-door coupe, and garnered about 144,000
sales.
1969 Chevy Corvair Monza Convertible
1961 Corvair 500 Lakewood station wagon
A station wagon body-style, marketed as the Lakewood
joined the lineup in 1961 with its engine located under the
cargo floor and offering 68 ft³ (1.9 m³) of cargo room; 58 ft³ in
the main passenger compartment, and another 10 ft³ in the
front trunk. The Corvair engine received its first size increase
to 145 cu in (2.4 L) via a slight increase in bore size and was
rated at 98 hp (73 kW; 99 PS). The base engine was still
rated at 80 hp (60 kW; 81 PS) when paired with the manual
transmissions and 84 hp (63 kW; 85 PS) when mated to the
optional automatic transmission in Monza models. To
increase luggage capacity in the front trunk, the spare tire
was relocated to the engine compartment (in cars not ordered
with air-conditioning) and new "direct air" heater directed
warmed air from the cylinders and heads to the passenger
compartment. The gasoline heater remained available as an
option through 1963. Factory air conditioning was offered as a
mid-1961 option introduction. The condenser lay flat atop the
horizontal engine fan. A large, green-painted reverse rotation
version of the standard GM Frigidaire air conditioning
compressor was used, and an evaporator housing was added
under the dash with integrated outlets surrounding the radio
housing. Air conditioning was not available on wagons,
Greenbrier/Corvair 95, or the turbocharged models introduced
later, due to space conflicts in those models. Chevrolet also
introduced the Corvair 95 line of light-duty trucks, which used
the Corvair Powerpack and are forward-control, or "cab over",
with the driver sitting over the front wheels, as in the
Volkswagen Type 2.
A dramatic redesign of the Corvair came in 1965. The new
body showed influence from the Corvette Stingray and the
1963 Buick Riviera. The mild coke bottle styling set the trend
for GM cars for the next fifteen years, foreshadowing the
1967 Camaro. For the first time, none of the passenger cars
had a "B" pillar, making all closed models true hardtops. The
4-door hardtop model was the only compact ever available in
the U.S. with this body style. The second generation's styling
was rated timeless when new, and considered contemporary
today in comparison to the first generation. A new fully
independent suspension, similar in design to the Corvette,
replaced the original swing axle rear suspension. However,
the Corvair used coil springs at each wheel instead of the
Corvette's single transverse leaf spring unit.
Many new refinements appeared on the beautiful new 1965
redesign. The Corsa came standard with an instrument panel
featuring a 140 mph (230 km/h) speedometer with resettable
trip odometer, a 6,000 rpm tachometer, cylinder head
temperature gauge, analog clock with a sweeping second
hand, a manifold vacuum/pressure gauge and fuel gauge. A
much better heater system, larger brakes borrowed from the
Chevelle, a stronger differential ring gear, a Delcotron
alternator (replacing the generator), and significant chassis
refinements were made. AM/FM stereo radio, in-dash All
Weather Air Conditioning, telescopically adjustable steering
column, and a Special Purpose Chassis Equipment ("Z17")
handling package, consisting of a special performance
suspension and quick ratio steering box, were significant new
options for 1965.
Second generation (1965–1969)
1968 Chevy Corvair Monza Coupe with 110-hp engine
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By this time, the station wagon, panel van, and pickup body
styles had all been dropped and 1965 was the last year for
the Greenbrier window van, which was retained mainly for
fleet orders, with 1,528 being built. In all, 235,528 Corvairs
were built in 1965. Chevrolet replaced the Corvair-based vans
with the Chevrolet Sportvan/GMC Handi-Van, which used a
traditional front engine/rear drive axle borrowed from the
Chevy II.
A Day at the Races with the JSMCC!
By Bob Kern
The final model-year 1969 Corvairs were assembled with the
Nova in Willow Run, Michigan, the same facility Corvairs had
been built from the beginning. A total of 6,000 Corvairs were
produced of which only 521 were Monza Convertibles.
Corvair was the only 1969 GM car that did not get a locking
steering column. Demand for Novas was high and a decision
was made in November 1968 to move Corvair assembly to a
special off-line area in the plant, dubbed the "Corvair Room",
making Corvairs produced between that time and May 14,
1969 essentially hand-built by a dedicated Corvair team.
Assembled bodies arrived from Fisher Body and awaited
assembly in the off-line area.
Stillborn third generation
Chevrolet had proposed a third generation (1970-on) Corvair,
essentially a re-skin of the 1965–69 model resembling the
1973 GM A Body intermediates, particularly the 1973 Pontiac
Grand Am, retaining Corvair proportions. Having passed the
point of full scale clay models, Chevrolet stopped developing
the model in early 1968. Unlike the Turbo Hydramatic 400,
the Turbo Hydramatic 350 transmission, introduced in the
1968 Camaro and later adopted by most Chevrolet models
had been configured for use in the third generation Corvair.
th
When July 27 came around it was time to head out to
Raceway Park at Englishtown for the Old Time Drags / Funny
Car Reunion. Once again one of my favorite days of summer
was upon us. Preparations begin a day or two in advance for
us. The models have to be gathered and cleaned off before
they can be displayed. We do a bit of shopping for snacks and
drinks since it is a whole day event for us starting at 8;00 am.
Again this year besides my son Robert, my wife Therese and
youngest daughter Vanessa joined in on the fun.
Did you know?
After loading up the car at 7:00 am and heading off to get ice
for the cooler we finally got on the road. I live relatively close
so it should only be a 20 minute ride to the track. As my luck
would have it, after getting onto Englishtown road I got stuck
behind a Ford Econoline van with NY plates doing 35 miles an
hour. Come on are you serious? The speed limit is 50!
Those out of town drivers really drive me nuts!!! He was most
likely on his way to the flea market to sell his junk since he had
a van full of boxes.
Another peek! (Built by Sean Svendsen)
CLICK ON IMAGE ABOVE TO GO TO OUR FACEBOOK PAGE
Well finally got past him and up to speed. Back on track to
meet everyone at 8:00 am outside the main gate. Then it
happened, a casualty that no one would expect. All of a
sudden from out of nowhere I see a sparrow diving at me like a
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kamikaze pilot at Pearl Harbor. He is heading straight at me
and I can’t do a thing about it. As he approaches it disappears
below my hood. I look in the rearview mirror hoping to see him
on the road but I am not that lucky.
We finally arrived at the gate to join up with Dave and Julie
Wood, Doug VanHouten; Eddie Hornlein and Steve Halmo.
As much as I didn’t want to look I had to check and see of the
sparrow was imbedded in my grill. Well fortunately he was
nowhere near it. What a relief But I doubt he made it out alive.
Upon further investigation I saw where he was. He managed
to get as low as he could and enter an air-dam in the lower
part of the bumper and was smashed up against the
intercooler. His butt and legs was all that was recognizable.
Oh Well!!!
Soon John Stark and Mike Capasso pulled up. Shortly after
Walter Frey arrived and as usual led the convoy of vehicles
filled with JSMCC members in through the gates, over the race
track and into the pits. We all unloaded our cars and began to
set up our display. Just as in previous years we had a great
location in the pits and were ready for the masses of people to
come by and admire our hard work.
Mike Capasso in the display tent at Raceway Park on July 27th
There seemed to be a smaller crowd this year and a few less
cars but all in all it was still a great event once again. Hearing
the engines running in the pits and the smell of nitro fuel
always excites the crowds. We got a good blast of it when
Bruce Larson’s car was started up only a few feet from where
we had been set up. Watching the cars making 6 second
passes down the track still raises the hair on my arms. Even if
the sun never made it out it still would have been a great day.
It is always fun to spend time with friends and family having
fun at such an event.
Dave and Julie Wood along with Doug VanHouten waiting anxiously for
Water Frey to lead us into the track.
The day started off overcast and cloudy and it looked like rain
for sure. However the sun kept fighting to come out and
eventually won the battle. The weather turned out spectacular.
The sun came out and never hid for the rest of the day. We
had awesome cars all around us and many folks stopped by to
view our models on display. Chuck Rehberger who stayed
back because of the threat of rain decided to make a special
appearance. It was good to see him. A couple of guys from
the Tri-State club were at the track and saw our display so
they stopped by and chatted for a bit.
Well our day ended just after 3:00 as the temperature was just
too hot to handle and only having a few hours of sleep started
getting to me. We packed up and headed home as the cars
were still racing down the track. As always it is music to my
ears as we drive out with the rumbles of the engines echoing
in the background.
On behalf of my family and I am sure the rest of the JSMCC
members in attendance will join me in sending a big Thank
You to Walter Frey for another great event.
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The Greatest Model Kit Ever Made?
by Chuck Rehberger
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rear view mirror, spare tire, operating hood and operating
tailgate.
I didn’t realize it then but on the morning of December 25,
1966, I got the greatest model kit of all-time for Christmas.
Mom and dad gave me an AMT 3-in-1 Trophy Series '53 Ford
pick-up truck. It would turn out to be the first of over twenty,
AMT 3-in-1 Trophy Series '53 Ford pick-up truck models that I
built in my lifetime.
In 1963, the 1953 Ford Pickup made its debut as part of the
AMT 3-in-1 Trophy Series. It’s not one of my favorite kits of all
time, it is my favorite kit of all time. The hardest part about
building this kit it deciding which way to build it. The kit can be
built three different versions... Stock, Custom or Service. The
box indicates that this kit features over 190 parts in this well
designed kit. Although I never counted the parts, I wouldn't be
surprised. The kit comes with two metal axles and that
dreaded "c" clamp that holds the functional hood in place. The
kit which is nicely detailed and easy to assemble has been
issued and re-issued thirteen times over the years with several
variations. Despite being a kit that was first issued over fifty
years ago, it has held up well over time and "flash" is minimal
when compared to some kits half its age.
The Custom version features the following parts to make your
model one of a king and to stock up your parts box for
customizing other models later...Aircraft Steering Wheel, Air
Horns, Bullet Nerfs, Cab or Clearance lights, Club Plaque
Corvette taillights, Mercury taillights, Tonneau bed cover, Fire
Extinguisher, Floor Shifter, Custom Gas Cap, Custom Grill
tube, Studebaker-like Custom grill, DeSoto "Firedome" Hemi
V8 Hemi engine also known as the “poor man’s hemi”, set up
for carbs or fuel injection, Lake pipes, Custom rear fenders '55
to '66 Chevy step side, Scavenger exhaust pipes, Speaker,
Custom tailgate.
The wheels that came with the kit varied over time from stock
rims with dog dish hubcaps, to custom wheel covers, to baby
moons with chrome reversible wheels to a generic five spoke
wheel.
The Service version features Service bumpers with holes,
tools hammer, screw driver, pliers, open end wrenches,
adjustable wrench scissor jack and handle, Two-way Radio,
Welding tanks and torch, and West Coast Mirrors.
The following is an official un-official summary of various
issues of the ’53 Ford pick-up truck kit based on available
information and my fading memory.
I believe the first issue was kit number 2153 (c) unknown
which was listed as a Customized by George Barris '53 Ford
Pickup Truck. A customized gold truck is pictured on the front
of the box, while the Noah's Arc Welding version is on the side
of the box. The box suggested the modeler build it as a
beautiful show truck. Other notations on the box are... 149
listed on box (price?), trophy series kit, operating tailgate and
hood.
The Stock version of this kit features a detailed 106
horsepower Ford flat head V8 engine, detailed interior with
The first re-issue was kit number 2353 - 200 from the 1960's.
The front of the box features a 1953 FORD PICK-UP in the
Red Custom Wild-Kat version.
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I believe AMT issued the third version, kit number unknown,
sometime in the 1960s as a 3 model set which included a '53
Pickup, Trailer, and Cobra. The trailer was the same trailer that
came with the Fireball 500 model kit. I was able to find very
little on this combo set kit on the Internet. I also had this kit
when I was a kid.
The fourth version issued by AMT was kit number T410,
issued in the early 1970's as the '53 Ford Pickup Street Rods
Series with gold truck on box. The AMT Corporation, 1225 E.
Maple Rd, Troy Michigan was listed on the side of the box.
The ninth version was kited under the AMT MATCHBOX
banner under kit number 2257 in 1980. The kit was listed at
the Crusin USA by Barris Series '53 Ford Pickup. The kit
featured new rub-on dry transfer decals and prismatic rainbow
effect panels. The kit was molded in yellow plastic.
The tenth version was kit number 6606 is a '53 Ford under the
AMT Ertl logo, Dyersville, Iowa. A blue '53 Ford pick-up truck
was featured on the box art. The kit which was molded in light
blue plastic, could be built one of three versions...Stock
Custom or Drag.
The eleventh version was also issued under the AMT Ertl logo
of Dyersville Iowa under kit number 6545 as the Diamond in
the Rough, 3 kit box set from the 80's. The set included a '53
Ford F-100 Pickup, and trailer and '40 Ford Tudor Deluxe
Sedan. The trailer appeared to be a re-issue of those found in
AMT kits in the early 60's. The box indicated that the pickup
listed as can be built Stock, Custom or Drag. The kit came
with "Sisco Sizzler" decals and white pin- striping. The kit also
included a 14 page instruction sheet.
The twelfth version was issued by AMT Ertl under kit number
6487 in 1994 as the 1953 Ford F-100 Pickup. The box art
featured a blue model built by Dave Darby. The model was
molded in gray plastic. I have been buying up these kits for $5
a pop as well as build ups for $1 to $5.
AMT issued the fifth version in the mid 70's as kit number T390
as the Modified Stocker Series HAULER and TRUCK set. This
was the first issue for this version that included the '53 Ford
pick-up and a nicely detailed race car trailer. The Modified
Stocker Series was a series of annual kits that were altered
into dirt track cars, which included a '64 Ford Galaxie, '65
Fairlane, '65 Oldsmobile 88, '65 Pontiac GTO, '66 Buick
Wildcat, '66 Chevy Impala and a late 60's Ford Falcon. The
box listed the AMT Corporation, with a 1225 E. Maple Rd, Troy
Michigan. The box art features a red truck with Gulf decals on
doors on box with a red trailer. The five spoke generic mag
wheel I referred to earlier were listed as "American" Mag
Wheels on the box.
The sixth version issued by AMT was the one with the red Baja
Patrol truck box art with white door lettering and Studebaker
Grill on box. Little information on this version, other than box
photos was found on the Internet.
The seventh version issues by AMT is kit number T567, listed
as the Grant King Race Team set which consists of a '53 Ford
Pickup, Four Wheel Tilt Bed Trailer and Chevy Powered Sprint
Car Blue truck on box.
The eighth version issued by AMT was kit number 2704 as the
HIGH STEPPER '53 Ford Pickup. The box listed the
manufacturer as the AMT Corporation, 1225 E. Maple Rd,
Troy Michigan. A red '53 Ford pick-up truck was featured on
the box art which indicated the model could be built stock or
custom. The model was molded in white plastic. I never saw
this re-issue before till I bought this kit from Pete.
The thirteenth and most recent version was issued by AMT Ertl
under kit number 21867P as the Modified Stocker Series
HAULER and TRUCK set. This was a Model King reissued
from 2007, which replicates the AMT 70's issue which features
the same box art of a red truck with Gulf decals on doors.
As posted on the Round2 web page, the Kats at AMT have
done it again, this time with the Trophy Series 1953 Ford
Pickup! It's been backdated to its original 3 IN 1, first issue
format, complete with retro custom wheels, two motors and a
wealth of parts for any builder to create a truly unique model!
Round2 announced a release date for October of 2014.
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By the way, the old MPC Flip-Nose ’53 Ford pick-up kits can’t
hold a candle to this 51 year old gem. Unlike the MPC '53 Flipnose, the AMT kit is one of those kits that never had any fit
issues and was always fun to build. The team at AMT must
have really enjoyed designing this kit back in ’63, as this kit
stands the test of time. I’m just about finishing up building
numbers #20 as a gold custom and #21.as a blue and orange
shop truck. Yes, It is my favorite model kit of all time and now
you know it is the greatest model of all time, and everyone has
built one at one time or another. If you still don’t believe me...
check my Fotki Page and my AMT ’53 Ford Pickup and AMT
'53 Ford box art albums.
Some of Chuck’s 53 Pick Up Builds follow:
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Member Profile
William “Bill” Hewitt
One of our newest members, Bill Hewitt who is 60, is
currently resides in Hightstown, NJ. He is originally
from Imlaystown, NJ. Bill is a trailer mechanic with
Herman Leasing and has been so for 42 years. His
other hobbies include Stock Car Racing. Bill has for
kids – Amy 35; Kelly 35; Billy 33; and Lindy 30.
Ford Grills
Like many of us Bill has been into modeling for a long
time. He estimates about 50 years or so. He is sure his
first model built was a stock car seeing how he is such a
big fan. Most of the models he builds tend to be racing
related. His favorite kits include Tobias frame – Dirt
Modified.
Bill joined the Jersey Shore Model Car Club back in
April of this year and we are glad to welcome him as a
member of the club. From what we have seen so far he
is talented builder.
Be sure to say “Hi” to Bill when you see him at a
meeting.
NOTE: We would like to bring you this feature each month.
By profiling a member of the club, folks can get to know
other club members that they don’t always get a chance to
talk to at a club meeting. If you would like to share some
information about yourself with your fellow club members
please be sure to grab a “Member Profile Form” from Dave
Wood, complete it and hand it in. We will do our best to get
it in an upcoming newsletter.
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2014 Theme’s & Contests Schedule
Coming Events
T = Theme
ATTENTION ALL CLUB MEMBERS!
If you have information on upcoming shows;
events etc. for 2014 season please send us the
details / information so we can publish it here
in the “Coming Events” section of the
newsletter. Thank you.
Q = Quarterly Contest
All Themes Include Stock, Custom and Modified
Jan = T
Convertibles; Light Commercial (Pickups,
Panels, Sedan Deliveries, Rancheros &
ElCaminos); White models
_______________________________________
Feb = Q
Cruise nights at Chick-Fil-A by Lowes, Howell, NJ
Every first and third Saturday nights from 5 to 9 pm
Starting April 5th ending Oct 18th
T
Contest #1: Heavy Commercial (1 ton &
larger)
On The Map (Geographic Names ie Malibu,
Bonneville, etc); Red models
_______________________________________
Mar = T
Stock Car Night; March Madness (wacky,
oddballs and prototypes); Orange models
_______________________________________
Apr = T
Chick-Fil-A Cruise Blue Moon Kruisers
Highway 9
Howell, New Jersey
th
th
Dates: April 5 , 2014 thru Oct 18 , 2014
Timing: 5PM to 8PM
Reg Fees: No
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September 7th, 2014
9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Super September Showdown XV
Gilbertsville Fire Hall
Route 73 1456 E. Philadelphia Ave.
Gilbertsville, PA 19525
http://www.cpmcc.org/superseptembershowdown.htm
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th
October 25 , 2014
9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
rd
Diversified Scalerz MCC 3 Annual Model Car Meet. &
Contest
Disabled American Vets of N.J., 612 Mill St.
Belleville, N.J. 07109.
Contact Info: [email protected]
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Saturday November 8, 2014
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
L.I.A.R.S. / Model Car Challenge
Freeport Recreational Center
130 East Merrick Road, Freeport, NY 11520
For More Information Call 516 377-2310
Please refer to our web page www.liarsmodelcarbuilders.com/
______________________________________________
th
50 Anniversary of 1964; Model Resurrections;
Green models
_______________________________________
May = Q
T
Contest #2: As God Intended
At The Zoo (birds, beasts & fish); Blue models
_______________________________________
Jun = T
Cars in Song; TV & Movie Cars; Yellow models
_______________________________________
Jul = T
Christmas in July (past Christmas projects);
4x4’s & Snow Plows; Red, White & Blue
models
_______________________________________
Aug = Q
T
Contest #3: Rat Rods, Hot Rods and Customs
Early Builds; Purple models
_______________________________________
Sep = T
Wrecks & Clunkers; Brown models; Models of
Cars we owned (new, used or family)
_______________________________________
Oct = Q
T
Contest #4: Paper Bag
Civil Service (Police, Fire, Tow Trucks,
Ambulance, Taxi, Bus & Professional Cars);
Black models
_______________________________________
Nov = T
Drag Night (dress accordingly); Family Cars (2
door, 4 door or station wagons); 2 Tone & Tri
Tone models
_______________________________________
Dec
Q
Christmas Contest
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Members Spotlight
(If you have a B/D and or an Anniversary this Month and don't see your Name please contact Dave Wood so that he can update the list)
Happy Birthday Wishes To:
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Victor Collins
Bill Hewitt
Robert Davis
Larry Housman
Bill Kuna
Robert Plum
Butch Haas
Mike Capasso
Chuck Rehberger
Aug. 6
Aug. 7
Aug. 15
Aug. 16
Aug. 17
Aug. 20
Aug. 23
Aug. 25
Aug. 29
Happy Anniversary To:
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Mr & Mrs. Dan Hogan
Mr & Mrs. Phil Spenio
Mr & Mrs. Bill Merz
Mr & Mrs. Joel Brower
Mr & Mrs. Carl Simeone
Mr & Mrs. Dan Vogel
Aug. 2
Aug. 2
Aug. 11
Aug. 18
Aug. 25
Aug. 28
Monthly Kit Raffle Winners:
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Steve Rehberger,
Jonathan Kuna (twice)
Welcome to our New JSMCC Club Members:
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Mike Wolf of Miltown, NJ
John E. Shertzer Jr. of Manchester, NJ
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July 2014 Meeting Highlights
Photo’s courtesy of Chuck Rehberger
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The “Model of the Month” is Back!!!
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And the Nominee’s were:
As we announced previously the Model of the Month
contest on the JSMCC message board is BACK!!! To
refresh everyone mind we have included below the new
format for the MoM again this month.
The MoM is back for August 2014
 A MoM Committee will be formed headed by Dave
Wood (since the JSMCC board and the MoM are
Dave’s babies it is only fitting he head the committee)
and two additional volunteers. We need to get two
volunteers to help Dave out!
 Each month during our club meetings the committee
will select 5 models from those on display either on the
theme table or the tables we all sit at. Any model is
eligible as long as it is completed.
 The nominations will NOT be announced at the
meetings.
 Pictures of the nominated models will be posted to the
JSMCC message board ASAP
 The nomination period will be open, in the event
members wish to nominate one of their own models
(Just as we had done in the past) until the first Friday
following the meeting. At this time the nomination
period closes.
 Following the closing of the nomination period and for
the next two weeks the voting will be opened so that
members can log on to the message board and start
voting for their favorite Model of the Month.
 We encourage al member to log on and vote. If you
have not yet signed up for the board we encourage
everyone to do so. (IT TAKES SECONDS TO CAST A
VOTE!!!)
 On the third Friday the voting will close and the winner
will be announced.
 No certificates will be awarded, only recognition on the
message board, at the next meeting and in the club
newsletter.
 Two (2) points will be awarded to the MoM winner,
which will be tallied with the Quarterly Contest.
 For the months where there is a Quarterly Contest, that
winner will automatically become the MoM, BUT NO
ADDITIONAL POINTS WILL BE AWARDED.
 In the event of a tie during any month the deciding vote
will go to the Club President.
We are hoping the membership embraces this new format
and participates in the new MoM as we are looking to
make this a fun and enjoyable contest for everyone.
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Message Board “Model of the Month” Contest Winner
August 2014 Winner
(As voted by fellow club members on the JSMCC message board)
Tory Mucaro's " 37 Ford Dump Truck with Plow"
Join us on the club’s message board and vote for your favorite nominee for the next Model of the Month
Contest! It only takes a minute to vote. Now it’s your turn to be a part of it!!!
If you’re not already a board member (and we can’t figure out why not) all you need to do is register, it’s
FREE! Click on the link below!
IT'S A HOBBY, LET'S KEEP IT FUN!
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Some Recently Released and Coming Soon Kits
Just a few recently released or coming soon kits…
Check your local hobby store or better yet contact Dave Burket aka
Club members looking for specific models can contact Dave and he will be more than happy to bring
them to the next club meeting for you.
You can reach Dave at:
E-mail:
[email protected]
Phone:
732-240-3987
Address: 1032 Englemere Boulevard
Toms River, NJ 08757
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Revell – Monogram recently announced their Fourth Quarter Releases
Here is a copy of that announcement. I am sure there is something for everyone coming up in the fourth
quarter.
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Club Classifieds Corner
This page is dedicated to providing members
a place to Buy, Sell, Trade etc. To get free
space on this page contact Dave Wood at
[email protected]
Or see Dave Wood at a meeting and give
him the details of your ad, so we can get it in
the next newsletter.
PLASTIC WANTED
I'm looking for any parts or kit of the
Tom Daniel "Swee Tee", (spelling is
correct) and the Monogram Little "T",
and the Monogram Street "T" pick up
with trailer, (Must be the Early Iron
Series) Please contact: Dave Wood at
[email protected] or (908) 267-5491
PARTS WANTED
I'm also looking for the wheels and
tires from the Tom Daniel Circus
Wagon. Please contact: Dave Wood
at [email protected] or (908) 2675491
PARTS FOR SALE
Mike Capasso is looking for the
Decals from the Revell 41 Chevy pick
up the ones that say Lumber Co.
Mikes # (732) 664-3048
Looking for a set of these T Bucket
Headers and also Fender well
headers Thanks Dave
MISCELLANEOUS WANTED
PLASTIC FOR SALE
MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE
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