Andrew D the Jolly Roger
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1) Trying to figure out on this Mustang ("Lucifer" from DOH S1) what the red-striped things are on either side of where the grill used to be. I've got 'em circled. And, can anyone show me clear photos of what they are, so I can try to make them?
2) Also, am I right in thinking the grill is actually removed, and that's the rad we see? Or not?
3) Oh, and another thing. Where can I find a hood scoop like that? Haven't found anything in the resin line yet, not that I know it well...is this available aftermarket anywhere?
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Just now, Classicgas said:
White would look nice, but it depends on if you're building factory stock. If so, check to see if white was offered.
Well, a few variations on white were indeed offered. Which leads me to another question, are there any colors which they did NOT use with certain paint finishes? Or did anything go with anything?
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I always slightly tint my auto glass, by dipping them in clear floor polish slightly tinted with green and blue food color. You can see it about 3/4 of the way down on this page:
And also about 1/3 of the way down the page on this thread:
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Seeking opinions for an interior color for a 66 GTO. I've chosen Reef Turquoise as the exterior color and wonder what would be a good match for the interior? I'm *thinking* one of the blue or turquoise interior colors but am uncertain what would be appropriate. Was looking at the interior color chart (link below) and wondered about "Dark Bright Blue" or "Dark Turquoise" but would like to hear from folks who know better. Thanks!
https://www.gtoforum.com/threads/paint-color-for-the-white-on-the-inside-of-a-1966-gto.136482/
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Much appreciated, thank you!
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Where can I find 1/25(ish) wheels like these?
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Sorry to keep beating this dead horse!
What about this (below), the AMT 68 Shelby? Could I build the intended vehicle (second pic below) with that, or would the Revell 68 still be the best body to use?
Apologies if this is a naive question....
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Ok, so basically for the Mustang the best bet still seems to be to take a 68 body and put it on a 67-everything-else, yes?
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1 hour ago, bbowser said:
This. The MPC '67 GTO is junk IMO. Grill doesn't fit, engine is a blob.
Yep, y'all have got me convinced on the 66 GTO instead, very thankful for that!
Now to decide which Mustang....
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1 hour ago, bbowser said:
This. The MPC '67 GTO is junk IMO. Grill doesn't fit, engine is a blob.
Ok, then from the pic just posted before your post, along with the profile view I posted on Friday, could I achieve that using the '66? Since the grill and headlights won't be used?
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Lovely work, looks great! You definitely tackled that one very nicely. 👍👍
Maybe the question I should ask is, since the target build appears to have had the grill removed and the headlights blanked over, would I be better off using a '67? Are there any other details I should take into account that would need changing?
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Doing "Lucifer" from the Dukes. Gonna need some guidance on the wheels it seems, wonder where I can score those types?
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10 minutes ago, Rodent said:
The black one is a '66
DOH!! ....okay, like i said, it was a naive question.... 😁
..but to be fair, it didn't really say on the box top
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Naive question now....are these two basically the same kits? I see the grill and wheels are different, but other than that?
EDIT: Second photo deleted out of original poster's pure embarrassment
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Thanks guys.....Brian, the 68 Mustang does have to be a 68, I'm afraid.... has anyone had success with, say, taking the 68 body and kitbashing it with the 67 'stang to achieve a 68 with better details?
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Curious what the best kit options are for both a '68 Mustang fastback and a '67 GTO?
Thanks!
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For your amusement. Back in '77, my folks' early 60's Plymouth Savoy totally died. I was 6 but I remember it well.
What I didn't know at the time was my folks typed up an obituary for the car (without publishing) to amuse themselves. They even listed our other car ('70 Cutlass) as one of the survivors.
Enjoy!
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5 hours ago, Demps69 said:
Where did you end up getting the decals for the general lee when it was built?
Tim Sherry decals, got 'em years ago. Tough to find, well worth snagging them if you can ever find them.
Thanks Gustavo!
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Wow!!
I really want to thank you all for such an abundance of ideas and options, I'm glad to be learning from the best!
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1 hour ago, Ace-Garageguy said:
Interesting question. I've been kinda looking for something similar for a build of the Eddie Dye roadster.
Closest real-world color I've seen was on a late-model Caddy hippopotamus.
Somebody like MCW or Scalefinishes otter be able to mix it if you can find a color code.
Yep, second place I went looking was in Scalefinishes. Might be in there somewhere, but I didn't find it.
Actually found what I'm talking about, here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-rrI3qjWQc
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Seeking advice since I'm just an aircraft guy who dabbles in automotive and am often clueless. Saw a show recently with a '68 Charger redone in a shade called "Black Cherry." As the name implies, it looks almost black from some angles and deep dark burgundy from others. Was really taken with it, it was breathtaking.
Been doing searches and haven't found anything yet unless I want to fork over a couple hundred for a bit of professional paint. Is this something available in our plastic world, and if so, where?
Thanks!
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Wow, thanks for the blast from the past; thanks for the kind words! Much appreciated 😎
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Needing just the body and windscreen/side windows of an Aoshima Beetle hardtop (NOT the Cabri). Anyone know how/where I could acquire one without paying $40-50 for the whole kit (incl shipping)?
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9 hours ago, Casey said:
Try wrapping the wire around a machine screw to make the coil springs. That way, each coil will be equally spaced apart from the next one.
I would also suggest buying a razor saw (or two, they come in different tooth counts) and you'll get much better control while cutting.
Neat project, and good on you for turning three kits into one. 😁
Perfect, thanks!
What are these? On a racing 68 Mustang racer from DOH
in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
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Well, I don't mean the metal cable loops, I mean the red/black striped pole-type items, seem to be under the hood in front of the radiator.