RestoModGuy Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 My idea of what a new Striped Tomato might look like if the Starsky and Hutch cop TV show was to come back today. Of course started with the Revell kit, which I will say is an excellent kit, very detailed, little flash, really none, and fitment was excellent throughout the build. I of course made several mods to this build, first was tucking and narrowing the huge front and rear stock bumpers. Added a air-dam effect to the front with plastic and putty. added the Eliminator hood scoop to keep Starsky from sliding across the hood, which of course drove Hutch crazy, you're welcome Hutch... Gave the boys new RECARO seats instead of the cozy bench seat, again you're both welcome... I think... Ha... Did minor engine detail, wires and hoses and basic chassis. Added some different exhaust tips to exit the corners. Stayed with the overall theme but I honestly never liked the look of the huge stripe, it never seemed to fit the lines of the car to me, so redesigned and painted my own. Decided to keep the chrome look, but shaved door handles. Paint is Duplicolor Electric Current Metallic Pearl Red with Tamiya Pearl White for the stripe and lot's of Testors Wet Look Clear cut and polished several times. Updated the wheels to a newer version "5-slot" style, and custom deep-dished the rears for a staggered resto-mod look, and gave them huge disc brakes. Had a lot of fun building this one, thanks for looking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darthsideous Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Absolutely beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Wow. I dig it. Very nicely done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rider Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Wow, that turned out great! Nice job on the wheel well trim and the engine detail. The paint is glassss smoooth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Can-Con Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Well Done ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Very slick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kincer Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Now that's what I'm talking about! That is sweet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drake69 Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 That's one BAAAD cop car!Beautiful work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Great paint. Body colored bumpers really change the character of this car, well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maindrian Pace Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 Pro Touring electric Tomato! Great job, thoughtful details, perfect stance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 Heater hoses are a little big. But, beyond that it looks great. Better than the car they drove in the show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoopdog Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 They might just bring the show back based on your awesome version! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Clutch Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 Beautiful suddle touches. You really made a not-so attractive body (IMO) into a complete knock out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scaled Outlaw Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 I'm inspired. It often takes builds like this one that shows how a kit like this can look like. Great work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 Outstanding!!! Excellent work on this build!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helix Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 I like your thinking Jim, well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeCee Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 OH YEAH !!!!!!!!! That is very nicely done, a great improvement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmboy Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 A simply stunning piece of work. Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RestoModGuy Posted July 15, 2016 Author Share Posted July 15, 2016 Heater hoses are a little big. But, beyond that it looks great. Better than the car they drove in the show.Yes, those larger hoses are a resto-mod upgrade! Better heat flow to the vents... ha!!! I just knew someone would note that, yes, I'm aware, I ran out of what I use for 1/25 hose and used my only option to finish this build. I will be replacing when I get the correct gauge hose Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 Very clever concept and a well executed build, Jim. Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plastheniker Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 Super clean, perfect paintwork! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted July 15, 2016 Share Posted July 15, 2016 I like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAMBENNA Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 wow you modernized the hell out of it and its FANTASTIC. great job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perspective Customs Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 Very cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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