Hawk312 Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 (edited) I built this one along side the Gene Snow Vega. Again, this is a quick build, since I have been really pressed for time lately. The most notable thing about this kit was the awful, and I mean awful decals. They were yellowish brown where they should be clear. I had to trim as closely as possible to the "ARMY" letters on the passenger side to make it look decent. I wish I would have known before I put the drivers side on, which went on just like they came. The star decal strip dried gray where they were supposed to be clear. I had to fix this buy using future both under and over the decals. They actually look pretty decent now. And finally, and worst of all, they day after I applied the decals, I found that all of them were peeling away, some could even be easily blown off. Any, I`ll stop complaining...for now. I substituted the newer Mongoose kit frame and front tires for this one as well. Again, the kit wheels were replaced. Wayne`s tutorial was used for this build as well. The red area/stripes of the decals would not do, as they wanted you to apply the red stripe decals, and then try to match the rear bumper. I ended up masking and painting the red stripes. Basic details were added to the engine. Some of you heard my bellyaching about the rear tires not being large enough in my progress thread, but after looking at the pics, I think the newer Revell funny car kits have the perfect size rear slicks for these kits. All said, I really like this as a shelf model, and it really reminds me of the cars I used to see on the track as a kid. Almost forgot, LittleMotorKarCompany did the chrome on the wheels. They came out very bright, much more so than kit chrome. More pics Edited November 10, 2014 by Hawk312 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagercr Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Boy David, for a quick build it looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nitro norman Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 Looks great ! You are right. Those tires do make a big difference. I wish some one would make decals for this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Boy Posted November 10, 2014 Share Posted November 10, 2014 That looks really nice, David. Smart move to paint the red. The overall detail and finish is great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
majel Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 Very nice job! What did you use for the parachute cord? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawk312 Posted November 11, 2014 Author Share Posted November 11, 2014 Thanks everyone! The parachute cord is masking tape cut into 1/16" strips wrapped around wire and painted chrome silver. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelo7 Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 (edited) Funny cars are my favorites since I was a kid ( I had the Monza or was it Vega? in 1/16 back then) but the Army funny car was and is the top one in any of the different bodies. Man, I really mean this, "you did a great job here". How much you want for it? Edited November 11, 2014 by angelo7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasser59 Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 Man this came out perfect. I know you say it has its issues but I'd be proud to display this. Great move with the changes you made by adding different tires and frame. Makes so much of a difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragin70s Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 On board with everyone else, this looks great. One of my favorite cars, and your tribute to it is just outstanding. Thanks for sharing and all the great pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddyfink Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 Nice build companion to your Gene Snow car! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawk312 Posted November 11, 2014 Author Share Posted November 11, 2014 Thanks again everyone! Funny cars are my favorites since I was a kid ( I had the Monza or was it Vega? in 1/16 back then) but the Army funny car was and is the top one in any of the different bodies. Man, I really mean this, "you did a great job here". How much you want for it? One hundred million billion. Actually, when I started this I was actually considering selling this eventually believe it or not. There is no way I could now though with all of it`s issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Nice clean work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2lapsdown Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 You nailed that paint job! Really nice build. I watched The Snake run this car at Dragway 42 in Ohio back in the day. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelo7 Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 There is no way I could now though with all of it`s issues. I don't mind the issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Coyote Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 (edited) Gorgeous build sir ........... you do great work Edited June 15, 2016 by Old Coyote Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davewilly Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Looks very nice. Great save with the decals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W-409 Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Really nice work as always from you. Also I'm glad to see a Monza being built, these H-Bodies are great cars. Nice build, the paint job looks flawless and good looking detailing all over. I like the shine on those wheels: Not too shiny but not too dull. Great work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vette1955 Posted November 13, 2014 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Foxx Posted November 13, 2014 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Real nice work on this , it looks great . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gipper Posted November 13, 2014 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Nice clean build. An example of how to have a good looking model without all the aftermarket items. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1320wayne Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Very nice build. Love the paint and overall finish work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sflam123 Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Beautiful work!! Would you please share what paint and color you used for the blue? It looks to be almost a perfect match for the pictures I've seen the real car. Thank you!! Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawk312 Posted November 15, 2014 Author Share Posted November 15, 2014 Thanks again everyone! The color is Duplicolor BHA0980 Electron Blue Pearl. From the reference pictures I had, this was the closest color i could find, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jayrock7597 Posted June 6, 2016 Share Posted June 6, 2016 This model turned out beautiful,even tho you had issues you made it work. Where did you rob the front and rear super trick rims from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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