bobthehobbyguy Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 Nice job. Would you give some more details on the issues you had with the kit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Boy Posted March 30, 2014 Author Share Posted March 30, 2014 Absolutely Bob..and thanks for your comment. The main issues I ran into are the engine mounting to the chassis, and the driver's cockpit / floor pan. The floor pan on mine should've been a little further set back on the chassis before I glued it into place. As a result, the engine mounting plate (attached to the engine) didn't fit into the mounting grooves on the chassis. Therefore, the engine actually sits just a tad forward of where it should be which could've presented fit issues with the interior tinwork and of course, the body. Aaron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtx6970 Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 Well done, I've done several of the Polar LIghts cars. And even though they can be a tad tempermental to build. They sure do make for a nice looking shelf piece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Boy Posted March 30, 2014 Author Share Posted March 30, 2014 Thanks Bill! I agree totally with you, and at least I'll know what to watch for the next time around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F/CNUT Posted March 30, 2014 Share Posted March 30, 2014 Aaron, excellent job. love the paint job. Yes bring it to show along with your Raici & Wise Vega. I would like to both of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hondo Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 An outstanding Charger, Aaron. It sits perfect. Great job on it as we all have come to expect from you !! Always thought it was interesting that that car had a "solid" windshield and no air inlet per se for the blower. But, a lot changed as the evolution progressed..... Got a few old PL kit. Need to get up enough nerve to crack one open. Again. a great looking build, my friend !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Boy Posted March 31, 2014 Author Share Posted March 31, 2014 Steve and Jim - thanks VERY much! You know I hold both of you in high esteem when it comes to funny car builds, so your compliments are much appreciated! Aaron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fun_E_Car Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Very nice. I hope mine looks that good whenever I get around to building it. --Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Boy Posted March 31, 2014 Author Share Posted March 31, 2014 Thank you Dave! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burnout Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Spectacular looking F/C! Very nice work. I actually got to see this car run when I was a kid. Good memories for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Boy Posted March 31, 2014 Author Share Posted March 31, 2014 Thanks Ken! I was a regular (spectator, that is!) at US 30, but my memories are a little fuzzy when it comes to this car. I remember Norm's Challenger much clearer than this car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RANDY L Posted March 31, 2014 Share Posted March 31, 2014 Great build on fiddily kit What colors did you use on the body Randy Ludi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Boy Posted March 31, 2014 Author Share Posted March 31, 2014 Thank you Randy. I used Tamiya silver as an undercoat, and their clear red on top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogger44 Posted April 4, 2014 Share Posted April 4, 2014 You sure did a great job, as it looks amazing. I've pulled this kit out of the stash only to put it back far too many times. This might just be the inspiration I need to actually start it, maybe sometime this year. Thanks for mentioning the issues you faced with this kit, I'll definitely keep them in mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Boy Posted April 4, 2014 Author Share Posted April 4, 2014 Thanks Tony! Like I said, it's just a first effort with these kits, and I'm sure the next one will be much more hassle-free after this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sflam123 Posted April 7, 2014 Share Posted April 7, 2014 Great job on what can be a "finicky" build. Love the scratchbuilt fuel tank. Beautiful work all around! Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZ Boy Posted April 7, 2014 Author Share Posted April 7, 2014 Thanks much, Steve! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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