What are some of the issues with the R/M 2000-2002 Monte Carlos?
Revell often makes their measurements for their models when the new cars are first introduced. However, usually NASCAR will change the rules regarding front air dams at some point during the first year of a new body type, in order to level the playing field. For the Monte Carlos, this means that the kit body is not quite accurate for the way the majority of the cars ran. The front air dam needs to be kicked out a couple of scale inches, and the rear spoiler on the model body is far too small. R/M also forgot to put decklid pins on the rear trunklid. There are currently several resin pieces available in the aftermarket that update the MC nose to the correct specs. Resin pieces are also available for a more accurate rear spoiler. Modern Motorsports will soon be offering an entire resin MC body updated to the correct specs. Some boardies simply modify the kit body by making incisions in the front air dam, pulling it out a bit, then puttying and sanding the area until smooth. For the rear
