[willimo]

Originally Posted by Hawk312

Maybe we should start a list of great models we`ve built, and a list of not so great ones. Maybe have a short review of each one, and make it a sticky thread at the top? It would be nice to have something similar to a FAQ, so everyone knows what kits are great and which ones not to waste money on. Just a crazy idea.

Thats a good idea. I like it. Unfortunately, a lot of people have differing opinions on kits. The AMT '49 Ford and the AMT Chevy 454 SS truck are both really decent kits, as is the Revell Datsun 510. I even really enjoyed putting the Revell Civic together, I had very few fit problems and what problems I did have were easy to fix. But a lot of people complain about AMT and Revell, particularly the Civic. These are great kits, I think, though not on par with Tamiya.

There are a few really honestly awful cars out there, but I really take issue with the folks that like to condemn an entire manufacuter because the moldings weren't perfect and because it took a little work to get the car to look right (that said, I agree there are kits out there that are awful). It has to also be pointed out that Revell and AMT make many, many different kits and sell them for very cheap. They just can't compete with Tamiya quality wise, who has a small lineup and sells for about twice the price.

I like your idea a lot, it would be nice to have a depository for kit reviews. I would refer to it often if it was good. I just fear that it would turn into an "Everyone sucks except Tamiya" thread, and that won't be good for anybody. And I don't really care to have to wade through a bunch of poor reviews for a good kit written by a bunch of people who can't see past a few easily fixable flaws.

Note: I'm not saying there aren't crappy kits out there. Just that a few people don't give credit where due.