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A first look at the new, larger layout surrounding the Tomy AFX track in the central basement:

The author discusses the challenges of combining various scales in die-cast model collecting, coining the term “HOSO” to describe mixing HO, S, and O scales. Using Plasticville buildings allows for a nostalgic and creatively satisfying layout, even while acknowledging discrepancies in scale accuracy. Ultimately, enjoyment is prioritized over strict adherence to scale.

Forgive my absence over the last week, the only days I’ve missed since starting this blog shortly before X-mas. I have had my hands full with both a packed work schedule and the poignant effort of laying the final layer of soil on the grave of a 10-year relationship…not to mention getting over a newContinue reading “Construction At Drag City“

There are a trio of garages/shops within the infield-or immediately outside of it-at Drag City in its Mark II form; 2 of these are track facilities while the 3rd is an independent shop that exists by virtue of having been there since long before the track was built. This is the expansive and sophisticated shopContinue reading “DIORAMA DETAILS: The Tale of the 3 Garages“

BODY: Johnny Lightning WHEELS & TIRES: Vincent (both versions) Truth be told, this is not one of the better bodies in my collection. Although I’m not a huge Camaro fan overall, the 1970-73 model is by far my favorite Camaro; the real cars were poorly made and stuffed with the low-grade safety-padded vinyl that characterizedContinue reading “Meet the Fleet – Muscle Cars: ’70 Camaro Z-28 RS“