Love your stuff man. I am 13 years old and I watch your videos when I am building my model kit. I am currently working on the International Payhauler.
@andyandcwissy78443 жыл бұрын
Please respond
@andrewluchsinger3 жыл бұрын
I was building models when I was your age. You can't beat it. I would build models over computer games any day. I have over 300 built and non built models in my collection.
@calvincooley10742 жыл бұрын
Stay with it buddy! Also look into HO scale and 1/32 slotcars, aTON of fun!
@johnpitts98363 жыл бұрын
I remember him at Suffolk Raceway by in the late 60s and early 70s. I Bruce to come to a reunion in 08. Super nice guy.
@jarialshurfield56967 ай бұрын
Hey bud, I live in Suffolk. And my stepfather used to take me to the track and he had a couple of Camaros. I really miss the racetrack. Good old days.
@williamnegedly290516 сағат бұрын
This looks like a very close parts content to Grumpy's Toy Vega drag car.... a LOT of similar parts with only minor differences because of the different years... Both your videos and build are great... you have, IMO, the best build and reviews on you tube!! Thanks, Chris
@JohnW1711stock2 жыл бұрын
I attended Bruce's open house a couple times. He maintains a museum at his home. He lives about 2 hours North of me. Nice guy. Battery is correct! Good job.
@hpiguy2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for stopping by!
@r.a.monigold97893 жыл бұрын
Nice build - the interior came out nice for the "peek-a-boo" view thru the side windows. One more Saturday morning that begins with a model of inspiration - Chris. Thanks again for sharing all this work.
@murraypress54083 жыл бұрын
I think that mystery piece you have is a stand to go under the car to elevate the front end. I think the intent is to have the car as it would be taking off from the starting line. I think then, you would place the front tires in the lower hole since there would be no weight on the front suspension. Nice build. I have been waiting for this kit for a long time.
@jarialshurfield56967 ай бұрын
30:28 yes sir Chris!!!! Those 1050 Dominator carburetors look sweet!!!
@THROTTLEPOWER3 жыл бұрын
The USA-1 Vega should be a great selling kit! 👍👍👍
@hairspray43143 жыл бұрын
You've been such an inspiration. Found your videos before the pandemic. I built models as a kid and was looking to get back into the hobby. The pandemic and you pushed me back into it. You do amazing work, keep up the great work...
@hpiguy3 жыл бұрын
That is awesome!
@maryfiltz8003 жыл бұрын
Another great one - thanks for showing us how you do these models.
@bowslap3 жыл бұрын
MPC kits have never been known for being accurate or extensively detailed, but with a little work they display very well. From one Chris to another, Great job on yours!
@hpiguy3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more!
@artvandelay00733 жыл бұрын
Excellent review and build as always, Chris! Keep the inspiration coming! Back in the day, I used to watch both Bruce and Grumpy going at it at Maple Grove Raceway, as I only live about 30-minutes from the track. Build on, brother! 😄👍🇺🇸
@junglejim57853 жыл бұрын
Lord those were the day's Art. Back when even AMC was still around and you seen all makes and models were competing. Unlike today.
@artvandelay00733 жыл бұрын
@@junglejim5785 // Yes! Speaking of AMC, I always liked the '68/'69 AMX "Hurst S/S" cars, as the '68/'69 AMX cars have always been "bucket list" faves of mine. 😀👍🇺🇸
@calvincooley10743 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to get one! Built the "Twister Vega" thirty five years ago. And will be doing my Grumpy Vega soon.
@timryan17853 жыл бұрын
Yet another great video build! Thanks so much for taking the time to describe these kits with honest critiques with out beating down for a bit of flash. The ideas I've learned from watching your videos has brought back the joy I felt as a kid bulding for the pure joy of having that "car I wanted" in my stable. Kudos for all the encouragement you provide us all.
@junglejim57853 жыл бұрын
Nice hpiguys. Model building has been more then just a pastime for me. It's a passion. Started when I was 11. I'm 64 now. Slowing down a bit. I have a wall of models. At one time they all would have been built by now. I still have the desire. But my body say's otherwise. Anyways. A heartfelt thank you for your builds. Especially these of my youth as drag racing was a world of my own. Not so much today. God Bless
@hpiguy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for continuing to have fun!
@raphaelhernandez40883 жыл бұрын
Awesome build again looks like a fun kit to build thanks as always.
@charlestreadway64912 жыл бұрын
I love saving your videos, once I get the kit I can refer back to the video for a reference. Kind of keeping all my model magazines. Other times I just go back and watch the video just for fun. Thanks so much for doing what you do.
@ronroberts24533 жыл бұрын
Outstanding build and presenation Chris!! This kit will make a lot of drag fans very happy!!
@artvandelay00733 жыл бұрын
Oh, by the way, thanks for the write-up on the history of the Chevy Vega in your header section! Never owned a Vega, but did own a V-8 Monza. Yanked the anemic 305-cid engine in favor of a slightly worked 400-cid sbc. It was a torque monster! 😄👍🇺🇸
@vernhoke77303 жыл бұрын
I remember him driving a Corvette funny car back in the late seventies, from '79-'82, during the Summernationals at Raceway Park in Englishtown, NJ
@joelrooks3893 жыл бұрын
Beautiful build! Thank you!
@charlesmcclure59943 жыл бұрын
That kit built up really nice Chris another one for my bucket list 👍👍
@redcastle12b313 жыл бұрын
Gotta get one... be a nice weekend build. Great job!
@billh69453 жыл бұрын
I think the "extra parts" @ 2:35 are an engine display stand.
@diecast_MikeEspo3 жыл бұрын
Great kit , awesome build as always . COOL VIDEO .
@rogernichols81503 жыл бұрын
😆 🤣 I had a Vega SW it was a rocket 🚀 😅 😎....so enjoy your videos 📹 please keep them coming 🙏 and here to help get your videos out to everyone 😀 😉 😊
@kaesonbigboyking78893 жыл бұрын
I love your builds always quality, you make it look so easy and fun .
@hpiguy3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@spankyham96073 жыл бұрын
Looks nice. This will be a popular kit.
@garyparker29693 жыл бұрын
Another Awesome Build Chris KUTW n God Bless All !!
@captnemomodelingzone78503 жыл бұрын
Great open box review. The build turned out awesome. It really a great looking build. Have a great week Sir.
@andrewluchsinger3 жыл бұрын
Damn nice build bro!! You gotta love a car that is fast even when it is sitting still. Greetings from Manitowoc.
@DaveLisaOsterman3 жыл бұрын
Another great job Chris. Pretty sure that the battery could not go in the passenger compartment due to safety rules. I know that NHRA rules in 1965 outlawed batteries in interiors and don't think it would have changed.
@gregorydegross19493 жыл бұрын
Will be getting that kit
@EricSheppard-g4u4 ай бұрын
Nicely built amazing vega
@shawnevans58 Жыл бұрын
Chris, i just found a pic of the actual car and seen the Firestone Drag 500 rears on the car.
@mitchcohen42643 жыл бұрын
I can only ditto all previous comments of how much I enjoy your videos. Question - what do you do to touch up the small areas that are original mold color where your alligator clips hold your non-sprue parts? Or even the spots that are cut from sprue after painting? I hope that makes sense. Also, do you primarily use craft paint and markers/color pens for the smaller details? This HAS to be so much more cost effective than jars of model brand paints.
@alwallace12062 жыл бұрын
Take the paint and spray it in a paper cup, then use toothpick to touch up where the clip(s) were 😎
@thescalemodelcarguychannel86813 жыл бұрын
Beautiful build brother and I want several!
@travisbrecher36773 жыл бұрын
Fine build!! This one is going on the racer's wedge! Wisconsin winter on the way, need to stock up👍
@blackphantom993 жыл бұрын
Beautiful as always Chris, love the extras too that come with it! Thanks for another great video mate. 👍
@jamesmcansh63932 жыл бұрын
Another great dragster build do you remember a Camaro dragster called The WarLord . I had it when i was a kid would be cool if that was re issued.✌Canada✌
@richiesspeedshop823 жыл бұрын
Sick build. I want one but I have so many kits coming out of my ears hahahah
@michaelsmith19262 жыл бұрын
Great job, as always, Chris!!👍👍
@hpiguy2 жыл бұрын
Thanks again!
@PontiacBanker3 жыл бұрын
Way to go. The interior looks way better the way you did it than the box art. I suspect the art was creative license to make it easier to see.
@johnkelley98772 жыл бұрын
Beautiful build! Thanks for sharing this.
@hpiguy2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the visit!
@doublenickelbob3 жыл бұрын
Boxart shows hood orange but we know that ain't right. Great build as always Chris. Keep them coming I'll keep watching.
@hpiguy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@garrettsgarage47698 ай бұрын
Recently discovered MPC from your videos. I just finished the 36 wild one and ordered this one as well, love this brand. I noticed on Amazon your builds are referenced with most products. I thought this was really cool. Did Amazon reach out to you and ask for this?
@amyschry41293 жыл бұрын
Excellent build Chris! Not usually into drag cars but this one is talking to me. Must be because I've always loved the Chevy Vega! Tom S.
@Stupidfastracing3 жыл бұрын
Oo yeah Chris that is sharp need a video of with grumpys Vega that would be awesome
@hpiguy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Stupidfastracing3 жыл бұрын
@@hpiguy you're welcome sir
@GC_4203 жыл бұрын
Thumbnail caught me...thought it was real. :)
@MGB-learning3 жыл бұрын
Nice kit. Outstanding video and presentation.
@frankschmitz33413 жыл бұрын
Super work ganz toll gemacht.
@hpiguy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Movingvolations Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing...
@jonathangodwin94103 жыл бұрын
Nice Job! My friend it built up very nicely. I can see some of the other moderns casting up some copies of those carburetor. To have for future projects. Carry On My Friend!
@hpiguy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@chadakoin13 жыл бұрын
Nice. It would be cool to build this as a stock appearing resto mod using the same engine. Paint it some 70's shade of green and throw in some seats.
@shawnevans582 жыл бұрын
Chris, buddy nice job but with me i have never followed those crazy looking colors on the side of the box! They surely put some side box art colors on all MPC kits
@hpiguy2 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@haljohnson57293 жыл бұрын
Looks nice. Thanks for the video
@CrypticCreedGaming3 жыл бұрын
You should do the 1/16 scale mpc 1979 Pontiac firebird. I really liked that model
@flyingfortressrc17943 жыл бұрын
Sweet looking Vega kit...
@jamesschmitt94142 жыл бұрын
Nice job on the Vega. I opened my box today. All looks well, except I was shorted 1 taillight. Think MPC can help me with that ? Love your builds.
@southern_angel3 жыл бұрын
Great build waiting on mine
@keithwisell85283 жыл бұрын
This looks the same as Grumpys car. Grumpys had a small block with big block headers. The only difference between the two cars is the decals.
@speedfreak93422 жыл бұрын
How did you paint the section black where the tail lights are, marker, spray paint or bush?
@MODELMIND723 жыл бұрын
Nice build 👌
@kevinlowe48452 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris,was installing the glass in my 72 bill Jenkins Vega and I spilled glue all over,any fixes?
@jgarcia39493 жыл бұрын
Nice work Amigo! I always learn a new tip when I watch your videos....be safe
@hpiguy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@portland-1823 жыл бұрын
The photo back drop enhances your already great photography. Nice!
@JimFlanagan42063 жыл бұрын
Fun fact. The Chevy Vega was made from compressed rust. One paint scratch and it was all over !😆
@gerdogstenc25343 жыл бұрын
You usually review the body. Forgot this time lol.
@almoffat75043 жыл бұрын
Awesome job mate that’s another one I have to get 👍🇦🇺
@hpiguy3 жыл бұрын
You should!
@05CateyeClapbox3 жыл бұрын
Is it possible to get a paint tutorial on models??? Im a newbie i guess you could say im on my 5th kit ive ever built and i seem to always jack the paint up
@richardlee10923 жыл бұрын
Another FINE job on this kit Chris!!!! Thanks for showing the process and the time spent in doing so. Really nice results! See you at the next review! 🚦
@broncos42963 жыл бұрын
Love your content!
@dalemongraw10323 жыл бұрын
Do you think that the chassis from this kit could be used on a any 88 Dodge Daytona model to recreate a Mopar pro stock like the one driven by Scott geoffrion or Darrell Alderman? Thanks Dale. Love the channel
@trevoursamudacollections57963 жыл бұрын
Very nice build........
@gmyers43663 жыл бұрын
The unknown plastic parts were a engine stand for display of another engine.
@puropapas3 жыл бұрын
Where do you get your Kaiser gel pens?
@hpiguy3 жыл бұрын
Google will help you find where you can get them locally.
@davidhogan51333 жыл бұрын
Nice.!!😊🌄
@hpiguy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@doublenickelbob3 жыл бұрын
Nice build Chris. I would not go by the side box art. Keep building I'll keep watching.
@michaelcooke25593 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Great work on this one.
@FreeMan-JPLK3 жыл бұрын
Very nice build!
@vintagecollector7883 жыл бұрын
Nice
@ianhadden8593 жыл бұрын
Looks sweet as👏👏👍
@davidpayne43153 жыл бұрын
It's a lot like that Grumpys toy 72 kit
@tonyhall50692 жыл бұрын
How do I find your water slide decal tutorial?
@hpiguy2 жыл бұрын
Search the home page or scroll through the videos on there. I've shown it in numerous videos, most recently the 69 Mr Norm's SuperCharger among others.
@curb91702 жыл бұрын
Is that the same as the Grumpy Vega?
@hpiguy2 жыл бұрын
Pretty much, yes.
@Red-rl1xx3 жыл бұрын
Turned out great!
@seanh23903 жыл бұрын
this kit is taking forever to hit the shelves :-(
@davidkooi93733 жыл бұрын
Check at walmart. I seen this kit for sale at Walmart along with other kits. Walmart started selling model kits recently since like late summer....