knarf Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 thanks for the heads-up on the missing pics jonathon, they're up now and i have a couple more to add... got the first color coat on the outside, i'm pretty happy with it overall there is however this to fix looks like some water was hiding in the door jam...silly water some light wet-sanding should fix it right up since this is only this first color coat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrecker388 Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I'm still here, and the Monaco is getting some upgraded parts from a Dodge Sidewinder! I'll post some pics when I have a little more progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChevyCoupe41 Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 Frank, That superbee looks sweet! Can't wait to see more updates. I Finished My Camino Yesterday and here's one teaser. And link to the Under Glass topic is here: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=76419 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knarf Posted June 11, 2013 Share Posted June 11, 2013 thanks matti...that camino looks sharp, don't cut urself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TFchronos Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Great work Matti, that's got to be the nicest 78 Camino I've ever seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunajammer Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Beautiful work Matti. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JM485 Posted June 12, 2013 Share Posted June 12, 2013 Wow, that camino looks killer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted June 13, 2013 Share Posted June 13, 2013 More design options. I have received a modern Charger hood and rear wing from Fred Mckee. I cut the scoop from the hood. The wing will be modified a bit and will be lower, but I think it works well. The scoop looks great. Thoughts and opinions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Winter Posted June 13, 2013 Author Share Posted June 13, 2013 I like that Rob. The El camino turned out Very well Matti. Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TFchronos Posted June 14, 2013 Share Posted June 14, 2013 I'm liking the wing and hood too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
knarf Posted June 14, 2013 Share Posted June 14, 2013 i like the hood the wing...i personally would rather see a spoiler. something along the lines of a 60's camaro, maybe slighly more exaggerated. but that's me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragfreak Posted June 14, 2013 Share Posted June 14, 2013 (edited) been a while since I updated the cuda on here, ill simplify it in a small paragraph. Clear problems so I decided to buy a new kit for a new body(old body will get stripped later on)then got it painted and cleared and finished, the chassis is finished; all it needs is the rear end painted and I need to find some shocks for it. wheel and tire change to some convo pros and got it lowered. Edited June 14, 2013 by Dragfreak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kekefe Posted June 16, 2013 Share Posted June 16, 2013 Mine also finished...I will post more pictures later under the underglass pictures... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TFchronos Posted June 16, 2013 Share Posted June 16, 2013 Very nicely done Keke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kekefe Posted June 16, 2013 Share Posted June 16, 2013 Very nicely done Keke Thanks Jonathan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dominik Posted June 17, 2013 Share Posted June 17, 2013 Like this thread. Nice progress buddies! Just think about to enter with a second model... @Nick: are "real" Racecars (for example the JTCC) also allowed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Winter Posted June 19, 2013 Author Share Posted June 19, 2013 Like this thread. Nice progress buddies! Just think about to enter with a second model... @Nick: are "real" Racecars (for example the JTCC) also allowed? Dominik, as long as it is considered street legal. Nick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madhorseman Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 (edited) There is some Great work being done by everyone here. Well, It's nearing the end of June, so I guess I should get my...self in gear and get started. My build is inspired by a February 2012 article I saw in a model magazine. I don't know what kind of green paint was that was used on the '66 AMT Mustang that I bought to use for parts was, but I couldn't strip it off no matter what I tried!! Edited June 19, 2013 by madhorseman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 Interesting. Amt coupe roof on a Revell 2+2 body? Hows it fit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madhorseman Posted June 19, 2013 Share Posted June 19, 2013 (edited) It has been a while (see page 14) since I posted here Rob, I started with an AMT '67 Mustang fastback kit. Everything seems to be going alright, only bad thing so far is the side vent windows didn't survive the filing and grinding process to get the parts to mate. Edited June 19, 2013 by madhorseman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunajammer Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 only bad thing so far is the side vent windows didn't survive the filing and grinding process to get the parts to mate. Which is why on similar projects I prefer to make the cut behind the windshield frame and mate the tops. The kit glass will fit right and the roof seam is easier to fill & work than fiddly detail areas. I like what I see though and am very interested in seeing this materialize. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TFchronos Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 (edited) Here's a quick run down on the GTX starting with a custom frame incorporating the Viper's front and rear end. The tires are from the Viper and the rims are from a 09 Challenger SE by Revell. Did a far amount of modding to the body removing all emblems, window posts, trim along the wheel wells (to open them up a little), and the trim alone the bottom of the body. It can't be seen from the picture but I also recessed the gas cap so it's flush with the body. This idea was barrowed from the Daytona in Fast and Furious 6. The most notable change is in the grill, I shaved out the insides and replaced it with some wire mesh. I'm also changing the back end a bit. I'm going to body most of it in getting rid of the chrome, I think I'll leave the bumper chrome though. I'm also bringing the tail lights all the way across and relocating the back up lights into the bumper or something. I may put them in the center of the tail lights like a Challenger too, haven't decided yet. The body of a GTX has got a little bow to it, the roof however is flat so it doesn't really follow the body line it goes up hill a little towards the front. I always thought it looked a little off so I thought I'd change that on mine and lower the front just a little, not to give it an angry squinted look or anything, just lower it enough to keep it consistent with the body. Now it should be noted that this is the first time I've ever tried lowering a roof and my inexperience showed. Using a lighter to warn the posts to bend them a little the plastic got to hot to quickly and curled all around. With one ruined I just cut the other side off and proceeded to make my own posts, hopefully I can make them look good, if not I'll have to locate another body. I wont be doing that again, at least not the way I did it. Anyway that's the past month in a nut shell for the GTX, the hot rod hasn't changed any, doing some planning right now mostly on colors. Opinions, idea's, criticism it's all welcome. Keep up the great work you guys! Edited June 21, 2013 by TFchronos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maltsr Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 That looks awesome Jonathan . I hope the pillars work out OK. If you attempt this again, try just bending the posts without applying any heat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunajammer Posted June 22, 2013 Share Posted June 22, 2013 I don't think it's too far gone to work the problem. I'd hate to see you toss out what you've done and start over. I'm on board with everything you've done so far and the posts are still manageable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slantasaurus Posted July 13, 2013 Share Posted July 13, 2013 Anybody get any building done ?? I have most of the painting done but haven't glued anything other than the engine halfs together. I've also had a few problems with my kit. After stripping the chrome off of some parts I managed to lose 1 of the carbs, also I noticed the engine doesn't have a water pump, alternator or any belts other than the blower. Seems I'm gonna have to raid my parts box when I finally get back home. I'll try to get the chassis together in the next few days and post some pics so you can see what you'll be up against. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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