drsnapper55 Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 (edited) This is box stock except for a few locating tabs and rivets on the front runner and scrap styrene inside the blower intake (to cover the seam). The drag chute cord is string. For a more nostalgic look, I went with the traditional headers in the kit as opposed to the 'up-swept' headers. I used Krylon Pistachio Satin for the color. Thank you for looking, and thank you and for any comments. Edited October 9, 2015 by drsnapper55 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Very nice build.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Very nice. The satin paint looks cool. I like the white frame also.I just bought this, any problems with assembly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagercr Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 That turned out really nice..........nice colour choice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedfreak Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 That is awesome! I never really liked this kit until now! Love the colors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donb Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Nice neat and clean build. Great color choice too. Nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redrod99 Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 I really love the old race cars.Brings back a lot of memories.Thanks for building it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Nice looking rail . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddyfink Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davewilly Posted October 9, 2015 Share Posted October 9, 2015 looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drsnapper55 Posted October 9, 2015 Author Share Posted October 9, 2015 Thank you for all the compliments.I just bought this, any problems with assembly?I found the front suspension assembly to be challenging - you have to get the angle of the first front axle piece just right, and fit it to the bottom front runner so that all the other suspension pieces fit properly. A five minute epoxy worked well for me here which also gave me time to eyeball (slight part warpage) and align. The body attaches kind of precariously, so I made two very small scrap plastic locating tabs on the chassis. Somewhat unnecessary, but it's hardly noticeable and definitely more solid than resting the body on the seat edges. Also, definitely reinforce the body halves, and you will have to notch out a place for the water pump on the top front runner piece. Minor stuff, but I can see how these might cause some frustration if overlooked. I would build the kit again. Hope this helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DumpyDan Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 I like, I like alot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 Does not sound to daunting. Most kits need some fiddling with, now I know what to look for though. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platerpants Posted October 10, 2015 Share Posted October 10, 2015 very nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 Liked yours so much I bought the kit today. Thanks for the heads up on the potential building problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Jon Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 Cool build, looks great! Nicely done!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike 1017 Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 Luv the color combo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metal Man Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 Clean, mean, and green!! Well done sir!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Excellent. Love the coolness of the pistacho . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nacho Z Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 I won this kit as a door prize at the Toledo NNL. After seeing your build, I will have to give the kit a second look. I didn't think I would be too interested in it but it looks like it builds into a nice model. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAGIC MUFFLER Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 That's really clean looking!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mschlem66n Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 Great build,love the color ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrindy77 Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 Nice. Is this the same chassis that was in the American Graffiti dragster? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted November 5, 2015 Share Posted November 5, 2015 (edited) That looks great!!How much would P/E wirewheels on the front be, I wonder?Cheers Edited November 5, 2015 by Belugawrx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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