Speedfreak Posted September 21, 2014 Share Posted September 21, 2014 Looking good Ira! I like the way the body is shaping up, and , I can see why you're thinking of chopping the top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 22, 2014 Author Share Posted September 22, 2014 Shaking my head... awe inspiring work. Thanks for the kind words Gordon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 Any updates? Have you stalled on this one Ira? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 I don't think Ira ever stalls. He is probably working on the robot build. : ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 24, 2014 Author Share Posted September 24, 2014 Nothing like cutting up plastic huh Ira. Obvious you're having fun on this build. Can't wait for more. Tim Love Cutting Up Plastic! Recovering from some dental work. Will be posting more soon... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 24, 2014 Author Share Posted September 24, 2014 I like the wheel and tire choices Ira, looking good. Thanks Gene! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted September 24, 2014 Share Posted September 24, 2014 Ira, I'm of the camp for chopping it....modestly though. Maybe scale, 3" ? Looks like you're having A LOT of fun with this build. Cheers, Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooneyzs Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Ira... That body is shaping up real nice. I have to agree with Tim a chopped top would add to the awesomeness of this build...lol but I know how much more work it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 25, 2014 Author Share Posted September 25, 2014 Looks Awesome Ira ! Can't wait to see it finished ! Thanks Seth! More Coming Soon... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 25, 2014 Author Share Posted September 25, 2014 A Cage For The Beast! Before I started the Roll Cage, I added 4 lengths of Square Tubing to extend the Motor Mounts. I made the first section of the Cage from Bendable Plastic Rod. I measured , Bent and Glued it in place. I made the 2 Support Bars from Plastic Tubing and glued them in place as shown. I made the little front section from Bendable Plastic Rod. Measured , Bent and Glued it in place. More Coming... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3men2s Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Great project, very unique man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 25, 2014 Author Share Posted September 25, 2014 Ira I have to say of all your Master-Bashers, this one has got to be my favorite one to date! I really like the subject You chose and it is a real pleasure to see your work as it unfolds! Thank You for sharing with Us here Later Russ I am watching this one Thanks for the kind words Russ! So glad you are enjoying the Beast... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 25, 2014 Author Share Posted September 25, 2014 More Bars! Next, I cut 2 lengths of Tubing and glued them between the Roll Bars. Then I added 2 more on the Front. After trimming the mounts from the bottom of the Seat, looks like we have enough room for the Driver. We have plenty of room for the Engine too. Good News! There is enough room to do a Very Serious Top Chop later... More Coming... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 25, 2014 Author Share Posted September 25, 2014 Looking good Ira! I like the way the body is shaping up, and , I can see why you're thinking of chopping the top. Thanks Gene! Love Chopped Tops... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted September 26, 2014 Share Posted September 26, 2014 Truly radical. Thanks for sharing your work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 27, 2014 Author Share Posted September 27, 2014 Any updates? Have you stalled on this one Ira? I Chopped the Top! Updates Coming Soon... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 27, 2014 Author Share Posted September 27, 2014 Chopping The Top! After finishing the Roll Cage I found that I could remove about 3/16 of an inch from the Top. I used 3/16" masking tape as a Template for the 2 Cut Lines. I drew the lines with a Sharpie. I cut out the areas between the lines with a Cut-Off Wheel. I Sanded the Cut Edges smooth on a Sheet of 120 Grade Sandpaper. I simply Sanded the edges on a the Sandpaper on a flat surface. I glued the body halves together with Zap-A-Gap, Green Label. More Coming... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 27, 2014 Author Share Posted September 27, 2014 I don't think Ira ever stalls. He is probably working on the robot build. : ) Yeah, I stall sometimes! Had some Dental Work that Slowed me down for about a week... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Not much of the bus is left. What is your plan for colors? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1/24DragAndStreetCars Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 It's starting to look like a train...XD. Great job so far Ira Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 28, 2014 Author Share Posted September 28, 2014 Ira, I'm of the camp for chopping it....modestly though. Maybe scale, 3" ? Looks like you're having A LOT of fun with this build. Cheers, Tim The Chop is done! Thanks for your suggestion Tim... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 Ira, your welcome....and as you already know...it just "looks right" now. Cheers..Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterNNL Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 I also thought about the resemblance to a very streamlined train engine.With all of the parts you have removed from the original kit you have still managed to retain some of the product identity by keeping the side spear the V shape of the front end and the cool windshield shape. Going to be another epic model when completed!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted September 29, 2014 Share Posted September 29, 2014 Ira the chop really makes it look better. I could see this breaking speed records. Very Streamline. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted September 30, 2014 Author Share Posted September 30, 2014 (edited) Ira... That body is shaping up real nice. I have to agree with Tim a chopped top would add to the awesomeness of this build...lol but I know how much more work it is. I'm so Happy the Top Is Chopped! I Like It! Thanks for the kind words Chris... Edited September 30, 2014 by Ira Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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