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#1 scalemodelworld

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Posted 27 December 2012 - 03:55 PM

I found a great looking kit (2011 Camaro convertible) but it's only a curb side kit. I was after some advice and comments on whether it's possible to add an engine, and if so, how hard is it; where do I get the engine from; etc; etc.

 

I understand the requirements for opening the hood, and that's no drama - just have no idea whether it's worth tracking down an engine and trying to install it.

 

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#2 Lownslow

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Posted 27 December 2012 - 04:13 PM

you can use the one from the original concept camaro release.



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Posted 27 December 2012 - 04:30 PM

More than likely, you can bash it with the Revell 2010 Camaro SS 2n1 kit.



#4 diymirage

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Posted 27 December 2012 - 04:35 PM

yeah, rather then going with a (expensive) resin engine i would try to find a donor kit (for about the same price)

not only will it have the engine and transmission you need, it will also have a chassis so you dont need to chop or fab it

 

on top of that this will leave you with more detailed suspension parts AND it will leave you with a body you might be able to trade off to a fellow member for whatever parts you need for your next project



#5 Erik Smith

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Posted 27 December 2012 - 05:33 PM

More than likely, you can bash it with the Revell 2010 Camaro SS 2n1 kit.


This would be the way to go - that kit is plentiful and should be what you need.

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Posted 27 December 2012 - 05:54 PM

Thanks guys. Found a cheap 2in1 kit I can get my hands on.



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Posted 27 December 2012 - 09:13 PM

If youe interested in getting rid of the 2n1 kits body, I would be interested in it for my next project...let me know thanks