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Old 07-19-2020, 01:56 PM
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Default Vintage build: MRC Concept II 1/17 scale Trail Blazer

I haven't done a build thread in a while (you're welcome) so here's something completely different--to me anyway: a vintage MRC Concept II Trail Blazer in 1/17 scale.

Despite the kit's age--I'm guessing approx. 30 years--the parts and the single waterslide decal are in good condition. The only detriment is that the (4) balsa fins of the sustainer are quite fossilized, so I'll remake them from 3/32" basswood.

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Old 07-19-2020, 02:04 PM
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Jeff,

Looking forward to this!

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Old 07-19-2020, 02:23 PM
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Default Trailblazer-II

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Old 07-19-2020, 03:03 PM
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Thanks for the color photos! ROTW has only B&W.
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Old 07-19-2020, 03:05 PM
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This is a pretty decent scale kit...I have one in my build pile. Looking forward to see how it goes for you.

And yes, thanks for the color photos!


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Old 07-19-2020, 04:49 PM
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First, the (3) quick change, bayonet style, engine mounts.

Talk about over-engineered! From left to right: 24mm mount, 18mm mount with "FX" side motor mounts, and a single 18mm mount.

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Old 07-19-2020, 05:31 PM
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That’s a nice kit. Looking forward to seeing the final product.
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Looks pretty involved. Are you sure you want to make this your first-ever build?
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First rocket from MRC that looks interesting.
Might try to find one.
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Someone is offering one on eBay for a whopping $180.00
At that price, NO thanks.
The same seller has lots of vintage kits, all with INSANE prices.
He wants $349.95 for a Centuri 1/45 Little Joe II, and those have been going for about $199.
He seriously needs to put DOWN the CRACK PIPE.
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