PBs Retro Restorations Corvette Community Build Hot Wheels 1969 Corvette Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-06-20 | PB at PB’s Retro Restorations is hosting a Corvette Community Build and I selected this Hot Wheels 1969 Corvette which draws on a memory of a car owned and loved by an old friend. It was a truly beautiful car and stands out in my memories as a favorite. Please check out all of the other builders that participated in this build, give them a like, a sub and a share!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
AMT 125 Scale Fast and the Furious 1995 Toyota Supra Interior and Body Update SoMo Diecast 2024-10-16 | An update on my AMT 1:25 Scale Toyota Supra Fast and the Furious Build. Engine, Chassis and Interior are complete with the Body in the cleanup and sanding stages Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DMC October 29024 More Than Four Challenge Zylmex T433 Military Cargo Truck SoMo Diecast 2024-10-15 | The Diecast and Modellers Community Challenge for October 2024 is More Than Four. For my entry I selected a Zymex T433 Military Cargo Truck manufactured in Holland. My concept for this build id a retired military truck now in private service with a fruit and vegetable farm.Be sure to check out all of the other participating builders in this challenge and visit the DMC at the link below.Diecast & Modellers Community - youtube.com/channel/UCXvvQvCQZRFVhQSFF-eDyGwDiecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
#fourhorsemen Paint it Pink 2024 Muscle Machines 1933 Ford Coupe SoMo Diecast 2024-10-12 | It’s October and time for the Four Horseman Paint it Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Invitational. I chose a Muscle Machines 1933 Ford Coupe for this build. A little multi-stage pink paint and some decals brought out the beauty in this casting. Be sure you check out all of the builders that took part in this invitational. For more information go to the Four Horsemen YouTube channel at the link below.Four Horsemen Diecast - youtube.com/channel/UCVr3po6FE0ZA8c9tlnWcoHwronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
A pair of Hot Wheels Hirohata Mercs from Mike Espo SoMo Diecast 2024-10-11 | Mike Espo sent me a pair of Hot Wheels Hirohata Mercs that he had smoothed up very well and asked if I could provide some cool paint work. Here is the results and I hope you like them as much as I.ronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DIBS October 2024 Ratty Cars Recap SoMo Diecast 2024-10-09 | It’s time for the October 2024 “Ratty Cars” Invitational and I chose a Maisto 1949 Ford F-1 Pickup which was a truck I owned that was a rat rod before rat rods were a thing. The DIBS October “Halloween” Invitational will be on October 19th so pick up a casting, build a scary or silly Halloween vehicle and join the fun! Don’t have a YouTube channel, no problem, just send your glamour shots to:ronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Random Restoration Mondays Matchbox Lesney No 32 Leyland Petrol Tanker SoMo Diecast 2024-10-07 | On this episode of our Random Restoration Mondays I am refreshing a Matchbox by Lesney No. 32 Leyland Petrol tanker. I have restored one of these in a previous episode but when I received this one from Cole at Cudas Diecast Customs I just had to bring it back.ronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DIBS October 2024 Ratty Vehicle Invitational Maisto 1948 Ford F1 Pickup SoMo Diecast 2024-10-05 | It’s time for the October 2024 “Ratty Cars” Invitational and I chose a Maisto 1949 Ford F-1 Pickup which was a truck I owned that was a rat rod before rat rods were a thing. The DIBS October “Halloween” Invitational will be on October 19th so pick up a casting, build a scary or silly Halloween vehicle and join the fun! Don’t have a YouTube channel, no problem, just send your glamour shots to:ronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!ronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
#fourhorsemen 2024 Halloween Maisto 1969 Dodge Charger SoMo Diecast 2024-10-04 | Time for the Four Horseman October 2024 Halloween Invitational and I selected a Maisto 1969 Dodge Charger. I decided it was perfect for the Charger from the Curt Russel Death Proof. Be sure you check out all of the builders that took part in this invitational. For more information go to the Four Horsemen YouTube channel at the link below.Four Horsemen Diecast - youtube.com/channel/UCVr3po6FE0ZA8c9tlnWcoHwDiecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Hot Wheels Dodge Ram Truck Custom for Big Charlie SoMo Diecast 2024-10-04 | Big Charlie at Big Charlie’s Model Garage sent this Hot Wheels Dodge Ram Pickup to me for a little redo. He is a big fan of green and wanted this one a little greener.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Random Restoration Mondays Hubley 1937 Packard Sedan SoMo Diecast 2024-10-04 | I picked up this old Hubley 1937 Packard Sedan and thought it would make a great restoration or resto mod, so it came home with me and I set to work bringing it back to life.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DIBS October 19th 2024 Halloween Invitational Johnny Lightning 1958 Plymouth Fury Christine SoMo Diecast 2024-10-04 | It’s time for the October 19th 2024 “Frighting” Invitational for Halloween. I chose a Johnny Lightning 1958 Plymouth Fury “Christine” which was a bit play worn and dirty and looked kid painted black. The DIBS November “Wolfman” Invitational will be on November 5th so pick up a casting, build a “Wolfman” vehicle and join the fun! Don’t have a YouTube channel, no problem, just send your glamour shots to:ronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Hot Wheels 1972 Ford Ranchero Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-10-04 | I got this Hot Wheels 1972 Ford Ranchero as a gift from Cole at Cudas Diecast customs and decided the Art Car livery had to go. A little custom paint and custom decal treatment made a huge difference, and the car looks so much better..Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Johnny Lightning Movin Van Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-10-04 | Time for a little custom work on a Johnny Lightning Movin’ Van. I always thought the rear wheels were way undersized which made the car look a bit odd. I printed a set of my custom wheels to correct that issue and added few custom touches to improve the overall appearance of the casting.ronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
AMT 125 Scale Fast and the Furious 1995 Toyota Supra Engine & Chassis Update SoMo Diecast 2024-10-02 | A quick update on my AMT 1:25 Scale Toyota Supra Fast and the Furious Build. Engine and Chassis are complete now on to the interior.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
#fourhorsemen September 2024 Tow Trucks Invitational Matchbox No 74 Superfast Toe Joe SoMo Diecast 2024-09-30 | Time for the Four Horseman September 2024 Tow Trucks Invitational and I selected a Matchbox Superfast no. 74 Toe Joe. Be sure you check out all of the builders that took part in this invitational. For more information go to the Four Horsemen YouTube channel at the link below.Four Horsemen Diecast - youtube.com/channel/UCVr3po6FE0ZA8c9tlnWcoHwronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
A Fleet of Matchbox 1962 Plymouth Savoys for Big Charlie SoMo Diecast 2024-09-27 | Big Charlie sent me a few Matchbox 1962 Plymouth Savoy’s to do a little custom work on. I painted them in various colors, added some of my 3D printed custom wheel and one I made a gasser. I hope Big Charlie likes them and you enjoy the video.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Random Restoration Mondays Topper Johnny Lightning 1969 Custom Mako Shark SoMo Diecast 2024-09-23 | In this episode of my Random Restoration Mondays we have a Topper Johnny Lightning Custom Mako Shark that is in need of a little freshen up. It’s really a cool casting but the wheel were pretty sad, so since I had designed a few different sets of custom wheels to fit the Topper wheel bearings I printed them using my 3D resin printer and made it a restoration plus. I hope you like it and the wheels Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Hot Wheels 1971 Ford Maverick Grabber for Big Charlie SoMo Diecast 2024-09-20 | Big Charlie from Big Charlies Model Garage once owned a 1971 Ford Maverick Grabber and asked if I could recreate it using this Hot Wheels 1971 Ford Maverick Grabber. Here it is Charlie!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
USACC 2025 Group Build Entry Video Revell 125 Scale 1968 Doge Dart Hemi SoMo Diecast 2024-09-19 | My entry video for the USACC 2025 Group Build – the Revell 1:25 Scale 1968 Dodge Dart Hemi due March 15th 2025.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
AMT 125 Scale Fast and the Furious 1995 Toyota Supra Unboxing SoMo Diecast 2024-09-18 | Unboxing of my AMT 1:25 scale Fast and the Furious 1995 Toyota Supraronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DIBS September 2024 Cars of the 1970s Recap SoMo Diecast 2024-09-16 | Here is the recap of the DIBS September 2024 “Cars of the 1970’s” Invitational. A huge thanks to everyone that participated in this invitational, the October “Ratty Cars” Invitational will be on October 5th so grab a casting and build a barn find or rat rod and join the fun!ronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DMC September 2024 Paint it Blue Challenge Hot Wheels Fishd & Chipd Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-09-15 | The Diecast and Modellers Community Challenge for September 2024 is Paint it Blue for Alzheimer’s, a build challenge and a fund raiser for Alzheimer’s research. For my entry I selected a Hot Wheels Fish’d & Chip’d, a stylized 1963 Jaguar. I beautiful car that need a more fitting finish. Be sure to check out all of the other participating builders in this challenge and visit the DMC at the link below.Diecast & Modellers Community - youtube.com/channel/UCXvvQvCQZRFVhQSFF-eDyGwDiecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Matchbox 1963 Cadillac Ambulance for Big Charlie SoMo Diecast 2024-09-13 | Big Charlie from Big Charlies Model Garage asked if I would do a little work on this Matchbox 1963 Cadillac Ambulance and he also mentioned how difficult it has been for find the orange Medi-Vac version, so I am providing it.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Diecast and Scale Model Stash Adds SoMo Diecast 2024-09-11 | Here are a few Diecast and Scale Model stash adds I have picked over the past couple of monthsDiecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Random Restoration Mondays Hot Wheels 1970 Redline Paddy Wagon SoMo Diecast 2024-09-09 | I have had this Hot Wheels Redline Paddy Wagon since I purchased it in 1970, so for this episode of my Random Restoration Monday’s I thought it was time to refresh it and give it a nice retirement in my collection.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Hot Wheels Swingfire and Hot Wheels 1953 Custom Cadillac Mashup SoMo Diecast 2024-09-06 | While looking at tis Hot Wheels Swingfire formerly known as a Street Beast I thought it would look great as a coupe, so after a lot of cutting, grinding and smoothing I have a coupe. Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DIBS July 2024 Cars of the 1970s Hot Wheels 1970 Plymouth Superbird SoMo Diecast 2024-09-05 | It’s time for the September 2024 “Cars of the 1970’s” Invitational and I chose a Hot Wheels 1970 Plymouth Superbird which is truly an iconic car from the 1970’s. The DIBS October “Ratty Cars” Invitational will be on October 5th so pick up a casting, build a ratty vehicle and join the fun! Don’t have a YouTube channel, no problem, just send your glamour shots to:ronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DIBS 2025 Monthly Invitational Calendar Announcement SoMo Diecast 2024-09-04 | The Dicast International Builders 2025 Invitational Calendar announcement. We are excited and ready for a new year of fantastic builds and want to welcome our newest member to the DIBS Team – Dan Tjalma from Dans Chop Shop! Everyone grab your favorite castings and get ready to join the fun!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIgDan’s Chop Shop - youtube.com/watch?v=pvO0m0-xWEc
#fourhoremen August Wasteland Warlord Invitational Hot Wheels Baja Bug Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-08-31 | Time for the Four Horseman August 2024 Wasteland Warlord Invitational and I selected a Hot Wheels Baja Bug with a contribution from a Hot Wheels Monster truck and with a little creative application of 3D printed parts I think it fits the bill. Be sure you check out all of the builders that took part in this invitational. For more information go to the Four Horsemen YouTube channel at the link below.Four Horsemen Diecast - youtube.com/channel/UCVr3po6FE0ZA8c9tlnWcoHwDiecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Hot Wheels 1949 Volkswagen Beetle Pickup Mashup SoMo Diecast 2024-08-30 | While digging through my parts stash aka my junkyard I found a bed from a La Troca that I thought would look great on a Hot Wheels 1949 Volkswagen Beetle Pickup. Here is the results, I hope you like it as much as I do.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Mail Call from Cole at Cudas Diecast Customs SoMo Diecast 2024-08-28 | A surprise Mail Call from my buddy Cole at Cuda’s Diecast Customs.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Random Restoration Mondays Hot Wheels 1970 Redline T 4 2 SoMo Diecast 2024-08-26 | On this episode of my Random Restoration Mondays, I am freshening up a Hot Wheels 1970 Redline T4-2. It’s a little play worn but came out looking great. The replacement top and Brightvision wheels made it look brand-new.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Matchbox Pontiac Firebird Formula Blackbird Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-08-23 | Big Charle at Big Charlies Model Garage aske me to take this Matchbox Firebird Formula that his daughter had and give it a little Smokey and the Bandit Black Bird make over, I hope you like it. Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Hot Wheels Henry J Gasser Badgirl Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-08-16 | About a year ago I dis a Hot Wheels Henry J in Badman livery and while digging through my loose stash I found a few more so I thought I would build a companion to my badman I’m calling the Badgirl. Pretty in pink and wicked looking, I believe it fit the bill!.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DMC August 2024 Any Land Rover Challenge Hot Wheels Land Rover Series III Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-08-15 | The Diecast and Modellers Community August 2024 Challenge is any Land Rover and my build is a Hot Wheels Land Rover Series III which is a fine looking casting but I thought needed a little SoMo Diecast touch.Be sure to check out all the other participating builders in this challenge and visit the DMC at the link below.Diecast & Modellers Community - youtube.com/channel/UCXvvQvCQZRFVhQSFF-eDyGwDiecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DIBS August 2024 Back to School Recap SoMo Diecast 2024-08-14 | Here is the recap of 2024 August Back to School Invitational. A huge thank you to everyone that joined us for this month’s invitational. The DIBS September “Cars of the 1970’s” Invitational will be on September 5th so pick up a casting, build your favorite 1970’s vehicle and join the fun! Don’t have a YouTube channel, no problem, just send your glamour shots to:ronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Random Restoration Mondays Matchbox Lesney No 71 Jeep Gladiator Pickup SoMo Diecast 2024-08-12 | In this episode of my Random Restoration Mondays I am restoring a Matchbox by Lesney No.71 Jeep Gladiator Pickup. It was very play worn and dirty but a beautiful casting and has opening doors as a bonus.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Hot Wheels Armored Truck from the 1966 Batman TV Series SoMo Diecast 2024-08-09 | Time for a little 1966 Batman TV Series inspired build. This Hot Wheels Armored Truck brought to mind the L.A.D.D. Armored Truck from the False Face episode and although it isn’t exactly the same truck I thought it would make a nice addition to my Bayman Vehicle Collection. Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DIBS August 2024 Back To School Invitational Hot Wheels 1967 Plymouth King Kuda Barracuda SoMo Diecast 2024-08-05 | It’s August and time for the DIBS August 2024 “Back to School” Invitational. The idea is to pick a casting and create a vehicle to showcase your favorite school mascot. I selected a Hot Wheels 1967 “King Kuda” Barracuda to represent my High School alma mater Hillcrest which I attended way back in the 1970’s. I hop you like it as much as I do.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Hot Wheels Baja Bone Shaker Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-08-02 | I have built a few Hot Wheels Bone Shakers but until now I had not tackled the Baja Bone Shaker. With a little custom paint and a set of my custom 3D printed off-road wheels I think it came out great!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
#fourhorsemen July 2024 Outer Space Invitational Hot Wheels Deco Delivery Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-07-31 | Time for the Four Horseman July 2024 Outer Space Invitational and I selected a Hot Wheels Deco Delivery that had the wheels robbed from it and with a little creative application of 3D printed parts I think it fits the bill. Be sure you check out all of the builders that took part in this invitational. For more information go to the Four Horsemen YouTube channel at the link below.Four Horsemen Diecast - youtube.com/channel/UCVr3po6FE0ZA8c9tlnWcoHwDiecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Random Restoration Mondays Matchbox Sand Digger Red Variation SoMo Diecast 2024-07-29 | Time for another Random Restoration Monday and in this episode, I am working on a Matchbox Sand Digger in the red “Dune Man” variation. I do love a Baja style bug and this model with the big engine and wheels really need a restoration and the red really pops!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Hot Wheels 1963 Studebaker Avanti Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-07-26 | Today I have a little double sacrilege to commit, customizing a Hot Wheels 1963 Studebaker Avanti which by the way is a Treasure Hunt and cutting the cop off of said Avanti to create a convertible. Well, it is my casting and my channel so only my rule apply. I hope you like the finished custom because I sure do!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
American Muscle Hot Wheels 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-07-19 | This Hot Wheels 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible is a fine example of American Muscle and it is also a dream car for one of my daughters so this build will allow me to accomplish two goals in one video, a cool custom and a fine gift for my daughter. To be honest I wouldn’t mind cruising in this little beauty myself.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Mail Call from Big Charlies Model Garage SoMo Diecast 2024-07-17 | A little mail call from Big Charlie’s Model Garage. Lots of good stuff and projects to be worked on.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Random Restoration Mondays Matchbox No 70 Grit Spreading Truck SoMo Diecast 2024-07-15 | In this episode of my Random Restoration Mondays, we are refreshing a Matchbox Lesney No. 70 Grit Spreading Truck. It was in pretty good shape but needed a little clean up and repaint. It’s a fine example of the common utilitarian vehicles that Matchbox did so well.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Hot Wheels Rockin Railer Snake and Mongoose Custom SoMo Diecast 2024-07-12 | After I created my Hot Wheels 1957 Chevy Snake and Mongoose customs I began looking around for additional castings that would make good companion customs so when the Hot Wheels Rockin’ Railer cam out I knew I have my next Snake and Mongoose builds I hope you like them as much as I do!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DIBS July 2024 Cars of the 1960s Recap SoMo Diecast 2024-07-10 | Here is the recap of 2024 July Cars of the 1960’s Invitational. A huge thank you to everyone that joined us for this month’s invitational. The DIBS August “Back to School” Invitational will be on August 5th so pick up a casting, build your favorite school mascot and join the fun! Don’t have a YouTube channel, no problem, just send your glamour shots to:ronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
DIBS July 2024 Cars of the 1960s Invitational Hot Wheels 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SoMo Diecast 2024-07-05 | Time for the DIBS July 2024 Cars of the 1960’s Invitational. My choice for this month is an Hot Wheels 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle, a beautiful car in all respects. I gave it a Sweet dark blue paint job, custom 3D printed wheels and some sweet stripes. The August 2024 Back to School Invitational will be on August 5th, so pick a favorite casting and join us for the fun! Don’t have a YouTube channel, no problem, just send your glamour shots to:ronald.raby@yahoo.comand you will be included in the recap!Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
Random Restoration Mondays Hot Wheels 1968 Redline Ford J Car SoMo Diecast 2024-07-01 | It’s another Random Restoration Monday and in this episode I am restoring my 1968 Hot Wheels Redline J Car. It’s a bit play worn but intact but I believe it is time for a restoration and retirement.Diecast International Builders Member ChannelsMatchbox Mark – youtube.com/channel/UCbW8P3bHNaBypcFkFDUH2zQOpa’s Diecast Restorations - youtube.com/channel/UCEqEGRo9JC-WJ8W7DFtANfQCuda’s Diecast Customs - youtube.com/channel/UC14ap8ksAWSZ_wzR-B-bbIg
