Kenworth W925 Conventional Semi Tractor

I got into building models by my older brother, which was over 50 years ago, and we still love building them. However, my brother has problems building complex kits due to his health. He had built the car transport kit, and had his cars on it. He bought the MPC Mack truck kit to go with it, but he messed it up so badly I tried but couldn't fix it. So I told him to pick out another truck kit and I would build it for him. He chose this kit, and I kept my y word and built it for him. I remember this kit when it first came out, and it doesn't show its age, except for a little bit of flash that needs to be removed. The instructions are excellent, and now have a paint guide that it didn't have before. The only problem I had with this kit is the tires. The inside diameter of the tires is larger that the diameter of the rims, and they kept getting loose, especially the front tires when I went to move it. Also the metal axles are too long, and as a result the rear wheels stick out too fat. It's nice of AMT to rerelease these old kits as they bring back a lot of memories. All you need to remember when building this kit is one thing-patience! You can't build it in a day, but if you take your time it is a great addition to a model truck collection.

I built this kit in the 1980's with the same box art so I don't know if the current issue is the same or retooled. This was my first semi truck model and learned a lot about truck parts because this model was so detailed. Remember to test fit the wheels while the axles are gluing in place to ensure all 10 wheels make contact with the surface. The two chrome side mirrors are a challenge due to the multiple small chrome struts. The rear wheels are attached to the axle with a metal rod that is too long so there is some play side to side. Try not to remove the wheels once they are attached to the metal rod or else the hole will not be snug anymore and slide off the metal rod. Overall a great kit to build.

These truck are super cool I've been waiting along time to get some new ones. Round 2 is great and I can't wait to see what's coming next