Collecting Diecast Model Cars

If you are just starting to collect diecast model cars you would be wise to start by checking out magazines and books about diecast collectibles. You will get an idea of what is available and what is popular in the market. Of course it does not have to be popular if you just like the model, with no thoughts of ever selling from your collection. A large number of collectors have started their collection with a diecast model of their first real car or one they always dreamed of owning. My own collection began with a model of the 1958 Chevrolet Impala, the first car I owned. My personal collection now revolves around my interest in the wonderful history o

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Rolec " First Round Diecast Enclosures For Industrial / Electrical Equipment ...

Announced as the world's first standard round diecast aluminium enclosuresfor industrial electronics and electrical equipment the new ‘aluDISC' rangehas been unveiled by Rolec.The range has a ‘unique' round shape which has been designed to integrateboth visually and functionally with industrial applications where everythingis round: pipes, tanks, lamps, displays etc. Typical applications willinclude process control equipment, monitoring and detection systems, flowmetering and other industrial measuring devices.The ‘aluDISC' enclosures are rated to IP66 as standard, but can also bespecified to IP67 and IP 69K with special factory fitte

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Cars 2 Merchandise Sales Revving Up

With Disney/Pixar's Cars 2 movie scheduled to arrive in North American cinemas on June 24, sales of related licensed merchandise " bedding and t-shirts to board games and wading pools " are already picking up speed. Despite the six year gap since the first Cars hit the big screen (receiving an Academy Award nomination) in 2006, it looks like kids' appetites for the brand haven't waned a bit. Consequently, toy industry experts are predicting sales of Cars 2 merchandise to fly off retailers' shelves at land-speed records this summer. In fact, the Cars sequel is expected to produce merchandise sales that eclipse even those of 2010's hot Toy Story triquel,

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Clorox Is Back With Labonte And JTG Daugherty Racing Team At Kansas Speedway

"We promoted grilling with Kingsford Charcoal Memorial Day weekend and now we are encouraging fans to use Clorox brands as we race at Kansas Speedway this weekend," Labonte said. "They are sponsoring our Toyota Camry for three of our four races in the month of June. Clorox has always been a household brand of ours and it's good to have them on board at Kansas." With 10 starts at Kansas Speedway, Labonte's best finish is 17th twice with Joe Gibbs Racing and Petty Enterprises. Four of those 10 races, he was taken out of contention by the way of accidents. Last season driving for Phoenix Racing, he was faced with a transmission problem (41st). A change of

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Get Out: Golf Outing, Car Show And More

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got the best bets for cool activities to hit and new places to explore this weekend. 1 . Grayslake North High School Athletic Booster Club 6th Annual Golf Outing Where/When: Renwood Golf Course , 701 E. Shorewood Rd., Round Lake Beach;11 a.m.- 8 p.m., Saturday, June 4. Why Go?: Golf, dinner and silent auction. Support the student athletes at Grayslake North High School. Pricing: $100 for golf, dinner and silent auction; $30 for dinner and silent auction only 2. Through a Child's Eyes: Healthcare Superheroes Where/When: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science , Feet First Exhibition Hall

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Daddy Days

This month, celebrate the joys of fatherhood as you and your children meet and greet wild animals, go head-to-head in sports and virtual reality challenges or recapture the simple life with an outdoor adventure. Here in Bergen, Passaic , and Rockland counties, there's no shortage of fun ways to spend Father's Day with your kids!Take a (Father's Day) Hike. What better way to celebrate Father's Day than a leisurely outdoor hike? Leave the cell phones and video games at home and enjoy a guided walk at the beautiful Tenafly Nature Center, 313 Hudson Ave., Tenafly, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on June 19. You'll spot tadpoles, dragonflies and water birds at Pfiste

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