Kmb0319 Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 (edited) So, I researched this one for a couple months. I read all 29 pages of the discussion when this kit was released, checked out a ton of people's builds, then started figuring out what I wanted to do with it. In the end, I decided to: I looked at tons of pics of the real car as well, waiting for something to really stand out to me as the perfect combo. I knew the interior was going to be white, but couldn't decide on a body color. In the end, a few pics of a Lime Green Metallic Cuda stayed with me the most. Then I set out to find a suitable paint (I don't own an airbrush), and was terribly disappointed. How on earth is it that different shades of light metallic sage-olive green were offered by every manufacturer and was the most popular color of the 60s and early 70s, and NOBODY offers a decent rattle can of a suitable color???? Anyway, after researching for two weeks, I found Automotive Touchup, and purchased a can of Pontiac Verdoro Green and Clearcoat from them. Two coats of color and 4 coats of clear were applied, compounded and waxed. Tried several different tires to get something a little more beefy but not over the top, and settled on the AMT Goodyear Polyglas GTs. Wired the engine, added battery cables and a little wiring on the firewall for detail I heard all of the complaints about the fenders, and agreed. I'm not sure what the reason is that the fenders were molded with such ridiculously prominent lips. I saw several builds where once painted, they weren't terrible, but they stuck out like a sore thumb to me comparing to photos of the real thing. I also noticed several pics where the real car didn't have the chrome trim rings, which I preferred, so I actually used the hobby knife to trim most of the lip off, then sanded as best as I could. Anyway, I have read all of the complaints, but this was a JOY to build, and is an excellent kit. First, i'll give a few WIP shots as it came together, and then some finished pics. Finally, I had to take it outside in the morning sun. Hope you enjoy... I loved this model. Added a little wiring to the firewall: Was able to get the silver outline trim painted onto the steering wheel, and the black trim around the window cranks: One last pre-finished shot: I was in final assembly, and the sun hit just right: Done: Finally, a few outdoor shots, including under the hood with everything in place: Edited December 22, 2015 by Kmb0319 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagedragcrazy Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 Wow that's a nice color and great paint work excellent build.vince Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicknkim14 Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 Very nice job!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 Real nice build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GTJUNIOR Posted December 22, 2015 Share Posted December 22, 2015 Looks amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogger44 Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 Sharp build, color looks good on it. This reminds me that I really need to bring mine to the bench sometime soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusader101 Posted December 23, 2015 Share Posted December 23, 2015 Super nice job! Great color, paint turned out real nice.Now I'm tempted to open mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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