Ira Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 (edited) This is the first Revell 16th scale Funny Car that I have built. It is a very nice kit, Good details and an easy fit on most all of the parts. Just need to add the Cockpit Side panels & a few more details and the chassis is done. The Front Wheels & Scoop with Injectors are from Competition Resins. The rear wheels are from the Tony Nancy Dragster. The only problem I found was some of the tires in these kits self destruct... so I am looking for resin tire replacements. I am working on 2 bodies for this chassis. The first is inspired by the old AMT VW Funny Car kit called Bugaboo and the second body is a 34 Ford Coupe. Both of the bodies will be narrowed, shortened, chopped and the front ends will be scratch built. Body photos next month! Edited February 2, 2010 by Ira Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragnut Posted October 31, 2009 Share Posted October 31, 2009 In need of replacement tires competion resins has them any body pics ttys steve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted October 31, 2009 Author Share Posted October 31, 2009 In need of replacement tires competion resins has them any body pics ttys steve. Thanks Steve, Found the rear slicks at Comp Resins, couldn't find the fronts. Will have body photos next month! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted November 6, 2009 Author Share Posted November 6, 2009 I changed the name of this project to the Red Hot Chili Peppers! I finished the chassis and I am ready to start modifying the bodies to fit the chassis. More body modification photos coming soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted November 12, 2009 Author Share Posted November 12, 2009 (edited) Here is a photo showing a little progress on the VW Chili Pepper. I Chopped the top, Shortened the body, Reduced the width of the body, Sectioned it, Radiused the rear wheel wells, and cut down the rear lip of the body. I still need to fabricate the long "Bugaboo Style" front end on the VW body, then I will start on the 34 Ford Chili Pepper Body. Comments or Questions Welcome... Edited November 12, 2009 by Ira Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted November 17, 2009 Author Share Posted November 17, 2009 I made a cardboard template of the front end. This is not an exact template, it is just a rough idea of how the front end will be. Next step is to cut out a plastic piece for the top section of the front end and start cutting & shaping it to fit. Then I will make the side pieces. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.1/16th Posted November 17, 2009 Share Posted November 17, 2009 I made a cardboard template of the front end. This is not an exact template, it is just a rough idea of how the front end will be. Next step is to cut out a plastic piece for the top section of the front end and start cutting & shaping it to fit. Then I will make the side pieces. "RED HOT IS RIGHT!!" SWEET FAB WORK BROTHER!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted November 20, 2009 Author Share Posted November 20, 2009 "RED HOT IS RIGHT!!" SWEET FAB WORK BROTHER!! Thanks! Glad you like it so far...more photos coming soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Posted November 20, 2009 Share Posted November 20, 2009 Wow Ira! That's gonna be one nasty lookin' red hot chili pepper bug! Can't wait to see that front end in plastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted November 20, 2009 Author Share Posted November 20, 2009 Wow Ira! That's gonna be one nasty lookin' red hot chili pepper bug! Can't wait to see that front end in plastic! Thanks CB! I'm working on the new front end this weekend, should have photos soon... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted November 28, 2009 Author Share Posted November 28, 2009 Here is the latest progress on the new Chili Pepper Front End. This shape has been fabricated with 3 pieces of sheet plastic. First the top section was cut to size, bent to fit and glued in place. Next the side pieces were traced from the top piece and cut to shape and glued in place. This photo shows the addition of the VW Style raised molding on the "Hood". It was made from a piece of thin sheet plastic, cut in a streched "W" shape and glued in place. Now the edges will be shaped with file boards and sandpaper. Next I will be working on the window openings and adding new side window posts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelmartin Posted November 28, 2009 Share Posted November 28, 2009 I love the way you cut stuff up! You are a fearless model car builder. You have no inhibitions when it comes to getting what you want out of some styrene. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CB Posted November 29, 2009 Share Posted November 29, 2009 Looking gooood Ira! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted December 1, 2009 Author Share Posted December 1, 2009 I love the way you cut stuff up! You are a fearless model car builder. You have no inhibitions when it comes to getting what you want out of some styrene. Thanks Andy, By the way, I really like your resin designs, the Firebird, VW's & T's are Fantastic!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted December 10, 2009 Author Share Posted December 10, 2009 I got a some body work done on the Chili Pepper. Window posts have been added to the newly shaped side windows. The nose has been carved down and rounded off. The rear body has been shaped, rough sanded and Primer/Filler has been applied. Rear View Comments or Suggestions Welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted December 29, 2009 Author Share Posted December 29, 2009 Got most of the bodywork done. Added width to the windshield opening, Extended the rear fenders and smoothed out most of the rough spots. Should have this one finished real soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vizio93 Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 Looks really good Man !!! I like the stance it has. It really flows, nice job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted January 18, 2010 Author Share Posted January 18, 2010 Thanks Billy, Glad you like it! I have finished painting & decaling the Chili Pepper. Should have photos of the finished model posted soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shadetree Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 That bug body is looking good Ira can't wait to see the finished car. How you coming on the Ford? Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted January 26, 2010 Author Share Posted January 26, 2010 Thanks Marc, I need to add a windshield and side windows & the Chili Pepper VW is done! I haven't done any more on the Ford yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rider Posted January 26, 2010 Share Posted January 26, 2010 Wow looking good, I really like these 1/16 builds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted February 4, 2010 Author Share Posted February 4, 2010 Finished the Chili Pepper! More photos coming soon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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