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Through the latter half of April and most of May, the metro Denver area where I live experienced an almost continuous deluge of rain. There were a few dry days here and there, but they were rare; for a span of at least 45 days, there were very few without rain, and often the rainContinue reading “MAKING WAVES: Is DC Mk IV About to be Completely Taken Up & Replaced?“

BODY: Custom made resin kit WHEELS: Vincent TIRES: Road Race Replicas One of the few “home made” resin bodies that remains in my collection, this one has survived and still makes its way around the track during tournaments, even if it rarely wins a race. Although it’s a model of an awesome car, it isContinue reading “Meet the Fleet – Sportscars: Alfa Romeo 2600 Sprint“

In this nostalgic blog post, the author shares a long-standing childhood memory of a unique 1:43 scale model of a 1967 Chevy police car bought at a Boston restaurant. After years of searching, they finally identify the model and question the restaurant’s name, recalling a possible connection to Bickford’s while seeking validation from fellow Gen-Xers.

Yes, the name of this website is “thunderjetheaven” and it is almost exclusively a blog about Thunderjets and slot car and slot track-related activities and concerns. However, as I said in my very first posts, I was, and remain, first and foremost a 1:64 die cast collector, and particularly a connoisseur of Lesney-era Matchbox carsContinue reading “One For The MATCHBOX Fans“

The author discusses their collection of slot cars, focusing on unique pieces that don’t race competitively. They highlight various models, including a rare Model Motoring 300SL roadster and MEV-bodied cars. Despite challenges in scale compatibility, they appreciate the craftsmanship of MEV cars, expressing admiration for the creator’s work.