New color for Matchbox xB
12-20-2007, 12:08 AM
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You can use finger nail polish remover to take the graphics off. The graphics are commonly refered to as "tampos" in the die cast trade.
1. Dip a cotton swab into remover
2. Gently cover the tampo with liquid. Make sure not to come into contact with any of the plastic windsheild or windows. The remover will fog or even melt the plasitc.
3. Flip to dry end of swab and remove remaining
4. Use a cloth with soap and water to remove any left over liquid and tampp
5. Dry and enjoy!
1. Dip a cotton swab into remover
2. Gently cover the tampo with liquid. Make sure not to come into contact with any of the plastic windsheild or windows. The remover will fog or even melt the plasitc.
3. Flip to dry end of swab and remove remaining
4. Use a cloth with soap and water to remove any left over liquid and tampp
5. Dry and enjoy!
12-20-2007, 12:11 AM
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Originally Posted by bB2NER
Is there an on line site that carries Matchboxes? I still can not find that gray one with graphics yet. 
My 2 stores are low on stock. I keep moving the few they have to the bottom pegs.
The workers keep going behind me and trying to fill all the empty pegs with 2-3 cars to make them appear full. When will they get the hint to fill them up with new ones?
My 2 stores are low on stock. I keep moving the few they have to the bottom pegs.The workers keep going behind me and trying to fill all the empty pegs with 2-3 cars to make them appear full. When will they get the hint to fill them up with new ones?
12-20-2007, 12:54 AM
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Originally Posted by hotweelz4me
Originally Posted by bB2NER
Is there an on line site that carries Matchboxes? I still can not find that gray one with graphics yet. My 2 stores are low on stock. I keep moving the few they have to the bottom pegs.
The workers keep going behind me and trying to fill all the empty pegs with 2-3 cars to make them appear full. When will they get the hint to fill them up with new ones?
My 2 stores are low on stock. I keep moving the few they have to the bottom pegs.The workers keep going behind me and trying to fill all the empty pegs with 2-3 cars to make them appear full. When will they get the hint to fill them up with new ones?
Seems like they were not popping up near me. Also, after time and gas, it was not a overall bad deal.hotweelz4me, thanks for clearing up the "tampos" thing! I wondered what that meant in the descriptions! Also, the back of my card has this sticker, looks like at least a six car set. Does :new vehicle coming" mean a possible seventh car in the set?
12-20-2007, 03:59 AM
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Originally Posted by hotweelz4me
You can use finger nail polish remover to take the graphics off. The graphics are commonly refered to as "tampos" in the die cast trade.
1. Dip a cotton swab into remover
2. Gently cover the tampo with liquid. Make sure not to come into contact with any of the plastic windsheild or windows. The remover will fog or even melt the plasitc.
3. Flip to dry end of swab and remove remaining
4. Use a cloth with soap and water to remove any left over liquid and tampp
5. Dry and enjoy!
1. Dip a cotton swab into remover
2. Gently cover the tampo with liquid. Make sure not to come into contact with any of the plastic windsheild or windows. The remover will fog or even melt the plasitc.
3. Flip to dry end of swab and remove remaining
4. Use a cloth with soap and water to remove any left over liquid and tampp
5. Dry and enjoy!
12-20-2007, 02:07 PM
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I'm curious about why they put a cover sticker on the back of them? Plus, how many more colors do people think these will come in before they start making xB2 ones?
12-21-2007, 05:22 AM
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The line up sticker is just for a preview of the 2008 line up. One of the first gourps of cars to come out will be Metro Rides. The current grey/orange xB is included in this list. If another paint scheme comes out it will either be a Metro Rides variation or released in another set with a new collector number.
12-21-2007, 05:42 AM
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Originally Posted by hotweelz4me
The line up sticker is just for a preview of the 2008 line up. One of the first gourps of cars to come out will be Metro Rides. The current grey/orange xB is included in this list. If another paint scheme comes out it will either be a Metro Rides variation or released in another set with a new collector number.
12-21-2007, 07:07 PM
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Originally Posted by daneisthegreatest
so...wonder if they are going to make an xB2 or xD in anything...couldnt say i wouldnt buy it, but my xB1 stuff will definitely be in front ;)
12-22-2007, 01:12 AM
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Ok guys the only xB2 toy I know of so far is by RideMakerz. Check out the website for thier customizable products including the xB2. I have not heard of or seen any other options for xB2 toys...yet.
http://www.ridemakerz.com/rz/default.aspx
http://www.ridemakerz.com/rz/default.aspx
12-22-2007, 01:54 AM
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Wow, hit the mother lode today!
Went to Walmart to buy a new sweatshirt. Thought I would cruise the toys since I was there. Was in there 2 days ago, but whatever.
Found a grey xB! Finally! After I bought 2 off eBay. So I decided to go to the other two Walmarts. Found one more at each store! Score three so far!
With the luck running as it was, went by the Target. Guess what...another grey and an orange. Just picked up the grey since I have too many orange ones.
Just a tip, maybe now is the time for re-stock at Walmarts and Targets for the Christmas rush! Go check it out!
Now, where are those green ones??
Hey bB2NER, did you find a grey one yet?
Went to Walmart to buy a new sweatshirt. Thought I would cruise the toys since I was there. Was in there 2 days ago, but whatever.
Found a grey xB! Finally! After I bought 2 off eBay.
So I decided to go to the other two Walmarts. Found one more at each store! Score three so far!With the luck running as it was, went by the Target. Guess what...another grey and an orange. Just picked up the grey since I have too many orange ones.
Just a tip, maybe now is the time for re-stock at Walmarts and Targets for the Christmas rush! Go check it out!
Now, where are those green ones??
Hey bB2NER, did you find a grey one yet?
12-22-2007, 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by bB2NER
Nice score with the charcoal/orange ones. I only found one and I'm leaving it in the pkg. Sorry I forgot to mention that tanakasan. 
Big_Bird: Yes, Mopars! I work with a friend who does high end Mopar Restorations. Hemis, 440+6 in Cudas, Challengers,Road Runners, etc. Theres a lift off hood RR and a 70 Hemi Cuda clone in there now, just pushed a Superbird out a few months ago. Great cars from a great period of American Muscle!
Ooops, back OT, Matchbox does make these in 1/64, don't they?
HeHeHe!
12-22-2007, 02:45 PM
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Originally Posted by tanakasan
Great! I was going to send you one of mine. If you want a second one, PM me.
but one is fine with me. My collection is starting to get outta hand. Unless a really cool color comes to market. One at a time is all I need.