AMT 1934 Ford Pickip

[scootsmgoots]

I had never built an AMT model prior to picking this one up. The amount of customization is great, with 3 different models you can build. It also includes multiple sets of rims, and 2 motors. 
as far as the mold goes, there was quite a bit of work to clean up excess plastic. The numbers were also impossible to see(didn’t matter though). The chrome pieces were also poorly done and difficult to differentiate one from another. 
The instructions were absolutely terrible, with the schematics making no reference to part numbers, which made it a guessing game due to the similarity of different parts. 
The fit/finish was alright. However, the side access panel for the motor wouldn’t close due to the fender being in the way. Maybe that’s normal though? 
i just returned to the model hobby so I’m not sure if this is a common thing for AMT? I found the revell to be much more detailed, with easy to follow instructions. I have yet to build a Tamiya, but I’ve heard good things. 

[LennyB]

Scott, welcome back to the hobby. This kit dates back to the 60's so your gonna find it's not on the same par as some of the more recent kits. That's the reason for the amount of cleanup and poor visibility on the numbers.

[rattle can man]

I built two of the Lindberg releases. aside from cleanup it is a versatile kit. one was a Wedge chopped, fenderless, black hotrod (I don't remember where I borrowed the dropped front axle and rear slicks from) black primer. The other a green body/ yellow fendered hotrod tow truck.

[Can-Con]

Built this one from an old Junker right around the time Lindberg reissued it. It wasn't so easy to find back then as it was out of circulation for over 20 years.

That was almost 20 years ago, now have 3 more unbuilt in the stash.

[scootsmgoots]

4 hours ago, LennyB said:

Scott, welcome back to the hobby. This kit dates back to the 60's so your gonna find it's not on the same par as some of the more recent kits. That's the reason for the amount of cleanup and poor visibility on the numbers.

That makes sense. I was frustrated with the instructions, but that’s the growing pains with a new(ish)hobby. 

[scootsmgoots]

2 hours ago, Can-Con said:

Built this one from an old Junker right around the time Lindberg reissued it. It wasn't so easy to find back then as it was out of circulation for over 20 years.

That was almost 20 years ago, now have 3 more unbuilt in the stash.

WOW. That’s a gorgeous looking build. 

[Exotics_Builder]

With a lot of cleanup and work I built this one last year.

[Mr. Metallic]

First, welcome back.

Second, I wouldn't straight up compare this one kit to anything that you built from Revell (or any other manufacturer for that matter). Both companies have been in business for over 50 years, so they have a lot of different tooling that vary widely in quality/design. Before your next build I would research a particular kit to see if it will meet your expectations first.

Edited February 26 by Mr. Metallic

[blizzy63]

"Where were you in '62", a movie poster once asked.

This AMT kit dates back to 1962 and the above kit (AMT1120 from 2018) is not only another of many re-issues over the years but a nostalgic flashback to the cutting edge of model car kits (at that time).

AMT did not number their parts during this period but focused on order-of-assembly. Locating parts on the trees was a matter of identifying-by-eye (I figured it out quite easily at age 10).

The quality of the kit is quite good (it is certainly excellent for 1962).

For your enjoyment, here are my efforts on the subject from the last 25 years:

 

[TarheelRick]

Really love this kit. Built one of the original kits back in the mid/late 60's, it got sold with the rest of my collection when I stepped out in the mid 80's. Since then I have built one more and have another in the stash.

 

[Jon Cole]

My autumn truck.

[rrb124@sbcglobal.net]

I remember building it when it was released in 1962. Fun kit. I built the wrecker version and sprayed it white in the garage and got over spray on the hood of my parent's car! OMG 

[Bugatti Fan]

Quite a versatile old kit, but showing its age though.

I quite like vintage stock commercials like Jon's with the pumpkins.

[ChrisBcritter]

14 hours ago, TarheelRick said:

 

Nice build!

Mine will definitely get a chop and channel:

 

[Sledsel]

Old kit but a great one. I have a bunch of them in my stash.

Instructions are not the greatest, just do not glue anything til you trial fit it's location and you will be fine.

Remember, Instructions are just someone else's opinion

 

[stavanzer]

My only thought on the '34 Pickup, is please, please restore (Mustang?) Hupcaps from the Original Edition.

My Dad built that kit for me when I was about 8 years old. I'd like to build a truck in honour of him, using those parts.

Other than that, it is one of the easiest of the AMT Trophy Kits to build.

[Dave Darby]

1 hour ago, stavanzer said:

My only thought on the '34 Pickup, is please, please restore (Mustang?) Hupcaps from the Original Edition.

The AMT 34 Ford PU never had Mustang wheels, but the second issue did have 64 Corvette wheel covers. Perhaps that is what you are thinking of.

[stavanzer]

47 minutes ago, Dave Darby said:

The AMT 34 Ford PU never had Mustang wheels, but the second issue did have 64 Corvette wheel covers. Perhaps that is what you are thinking of.

Yes, the Corvette Wheel Covers must be what I was thinking of. Thank You for clearing that up!

And, now I know that my Dad built the second edition.

I had one of those Wheels in my stash box for years, but it has gone adrift.

[bobss396]

I dig the OG box art on this kit. I got one for my birthday in 1964. I built most of it the next morning... in bed.

I stole a metal nail file from mom and used nail clippers to trim off the excess sprue.

[Junkman]

When was the last time these headers were included?
Are they back in the new issue?

[M W Elky]

6 hours ago, Junkman said:

When was the last time these headers were included?
Are they back in the new issue?

They look a lot like the headers in the 32 Vicky kit turned upside down 

[bobss396]

3 hours ago, M W Elky said:

They look a lot like the headers in the 32 Vicky kit turned upside down 

Looks like they will interfere with the door....

[stavanzer]

The side of the box says "Haulin' Hemi" I've never heard of this kit before, even with the detailed history of it published in Scale Auto Enthusiast  back when the '34 P/U turned up in a Lindberg Box.

Sure would like to know more about it.

Edited Friday at 02:14 PM by stavanzer
Corrections

[Phirewriter]

It actually says "Hauling Henry". This kit and several others had the kit and a can of AMT pearl spray paint included in the box.

Edited Friday at 03:06 PM by Phirewriter

[Dave Darby]

54 minutes ago, Phirewriter said:

It actually says "Hauling Henry". This kit and several others had the kit and a can of AMT pearl spray paint included in the box.

Yep, it was part of the Elegance Series. All were molded in color, had tinted glass, and special parts. Among them were the 34 Pickup, 32 Vicky, 57 Chevy "Lemon Peeler", the 57 T Bird "Wonder Bird", and I know I'm leaving a few out.