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Charles Holmes
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1970 Chaparral Camaro Trans-Am
cholmes1 replied to Phildaupho's topic in Other Racing: Road Racing, Salt Flat Racers
Incredible work, especially the extreme detail on the undercarriage (brake ducts, etc). Congratulations! Could you link your Workbench page by chance? -
Apologies for the delayed response @Snake45 and @swede70 I appreciate the advice. Given that I am not in a rush to complete the 1970 Trans-Am lineup (better to be correct than quick) I will wait in the hopes of an improved AMC and Pontiac lineup in the future. I completely agree that the Replicarz version leaves a lot to be desired in terms of accuracy and quality, especially at the price point being asked. Hope you both are well
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@swede70 I am curious for your thoughts. Given the immense similarities between the 1970 and the 1971 AMC Javelins, do you think it would be possible to simply modify the diecast hood, remove the interior CAIs, make an addition to the grill, and then do a repaint or do you believe it would be too labor intensive and/or not result in a realistic model. Model Real 1970 Real 1971 Best, Charles
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I agree. @swede70 has done some amazing projects related to the AMC Javelin and other Trans-Am vehicles. He will certainly be an invaluable resource if the project is able to occur. For those unaware, below are some of Mike/Swede's projects related to AMC 1) 2) All said, unfortunately, his 1970 find and refrubishment is a resin antique that would not fit my needs and the other is a true-to-life modification of a diecast 1971 model. I certainly hope a 1:18 1970 AMC Javelin exists, but given that AMC no longer exists and the Javelin model never really was popular in the consumer market, it seems like a long shot that one was ever created to any reasonable quality standard... ...but hope remains
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cholmes1 started following 1:18 ERTL '70 Chaparral Camaro Trans-Am and 1:18 1970 AMC Javelin - Mark Donohue
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In a search, I am only able to find references to the 1971 AMC Javelin driven by Mark Donohue. That certainly makes sense as it was the winning vehicle of the 1971 year in Trans-Am. However, I am looking to see if a 1:18 1970 AMC Javelin, ideally modeled after the Penske-Donohue effort, even exists. I have looked for street versions all the way through race versions and nothing seems to exist for 1970. Here are some images: https://canepa.com/museum/1970-amc-javelin-trans-am/ Ultimately, the exterior differences between 1970 and 1971 are that the hood has a 'power bulge' and intakes and the paint scheme and livery are completely different with the entire front half of the roof being painted blue as opposed to 1971 which had the center striping and A-pillar accents. I am trying to collect as many of the 1970 Trans-Am cars as is practicable for a faux starting grid. I am not adverse to custom work but even in that style I am unable to locate anything. Guidance or advice from members would be greatly appreciated Charles
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1970 Chaparral Camaro Trans-Am
cholmes1 replied to Phildaupho's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
Amazing work. Excited to see the finished project -
The shape of the 1970 car is really coming together well Swede. Your attention to detail at this point is extremely impressive. One note on your 1969 Titus build, do you plan to install the door/cabin louver vents below the A-pillar? Also, is this the car you started with for your 1970 Trans-Am build? American Muscle Mint - 1970-1972 Pontiac Trans-Am
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Excellent work so far. The harness came out especially nice and look great from afar and up close
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2016 IMSA GT350R-C Multimatic #15
cholmes1 replied to JP Models's topic in Other Racing: Road Racing, Salt Flat Racers
Excellent work