dragmodels44 Posted May 22, 2017 Share Posted May 22, 2017 Hey guys, does anyone remember the movie " Aloha Bobby and Rose " from, I believe 1975. Everyone remembers John Milner from American Graffiti, but he did this movie which didn't get a lot of attention, especially during a time when the blockbuster movies were all the catastrophe movies. Earthquake, the Towering Inferno, etc... he plays a mechanic who has this hot rod camaro and goes out every night for a good time. It was shot in CA and there's some cool vintage big name drag races at the drag strip where he races the camaro. I actually got the chance to talk to him when I was researching the car when I originally built in in 2000. The car was basically a full blown SCCA race car that they made drivable for the movie. It had a full rollcage that he had to climb around getting in and out, and the clutch was very touchy and he complained about it. Anyway, I regretted selling it and wanted to do it again for my movie/tv car collection. I didn't replicate the flares as I did on the first one because I hand formed them and just ommited them this time, so it's not 100% correct, but still captures the feel of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAGIC MUFFLER Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 The movie car belonged to a friend of mine. He built a blown '56 that was absolutely gorgeous after he sold the Camaro. We had fun times cruising in the car together. Sadly he passed away about 15 yrs ago. It's probably been over 25 yrs since I saw the movie last. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted May 23, 2017 Share Posted May 23, 2017 I remember the movie well, mostly for the Camaro . I remember when in the movie they had to paint it flat black after the "robbery". The dish slotted mags you used are more of the street look of the time. Which model is your build based upon ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragmodels44 Posted May 23, 2017 Author Share Posted May 23, 2017 Hey MM, That's awesome that you were actually in THE car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragmodels44 Posted May 23, 2017 Author Share Posted May 23, 2017 Hi espo, I used the amt 68 Z/28 camaro as the base for the kit. I pirated the 69 Z/28 hood and an older street rod kit for the wheels and tires. Here's a pic of the model I did first, but sold it. Luckily I saved the photos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bytownshaker Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Remember the movie well seen at the local drive in theatre , excellent job on your first build.Edgar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DumpyDan Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Looks good, I checked it out on Youtube looks like need to see that one. My brother had a 68 back in 1976 looked a lot like this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PorkChopPaws Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 That's a clean machine for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 I remember that Movie, watched it at the Town Cinema (long closed)...smoked cigs all through it,...Your build looks great !Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackkat13 Posted June 13, 2017 Share Posted June 13, 2017 (edited) Did you build the roll cage for the car? If so how did you make it or kit you used? Do you know by chance what the rims came off of? Edited June 13, 2017 by Blackkat13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizz62 Posted June 15, 2017 Share Posted June 15, 2017 I've never seen the movie, but I like your car so much ,it made me find something similar to build. I like MONOGRAM , so I picked up a 69 to build . hope it turns out as boss as yours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted June 16, 2017 Share Posted June 16, 2017 I've never seen the movie, but I like your car so much ,it made me find something similar to build. I like MONOGRAM , so I picked up a 69 to build . hope it turns out as boss as yours. In case you weren't aware, the body proportions in that kit are off. A much better 69 Camaro kit would any of the recent ones by Revell. The one you have was done before the merger of Revell and Monogram. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizz62 Posted June 16, 2017 Share Posted June 16, 2017 (edited) I know.I love MONOGRAM and there cartoony stuff. My favorite. I been trying to get this one new for a long time. I'm a monogram guy. That's because I usually build Kustom and they aren't ever the right proportions!!!!!! Edited June 16, 2017 by Lizz62 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizz62 Posted June 16, 2017 Share Posted June 16, 2017 In case you weren't aware, the body proportions in that kit are off. A much better 69 Camaro kit would any of the recent ones by Revell. The one you have was done before the merger of Revell and Monogram. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackkat13 Posted June 18, 2017 Share Posted June 18, 2017 (edited) I'm having a hard time trying to track down a kit with those kind of rims. I was told today they are mag rims, so I'm looking into that search. Edited June 18, 2017 by Blackkat13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted June 18, 2017 Share Posted June 18, 2017 I'm having a hard time trying to track down a kit with those kind of rims. I was told today they are mag rims, so I'm looking into that search. If you're thinking of the Dish Slotted wheels on the movie car you could try Pegasus Wheels or find one of the AMT Avanti reissued kits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizz62 Posted June 18, 2017 Share Posted June 18, 2017 I'm having a hard time trying to track down a kit with those kind of rims. I was told today they are mag rims, so I'm looking into that search. up monogram early iron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizz62 Posted June 18, 2017 Share Posted June 18, 2017 I'm having a hard time trying to track down a kit with those kind of rims. I was told today they are mag rims, so I'm looking into that search. 29 ford pickup MONOGRAM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackkat13 Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 29 ford pickup MONOGRAMI bought a set of mag rims from Ebay. I just hope they work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackkat13 Posted June 27, 2017 Share Posted June 27, 2017 Found a set of mag rims, replica hood, and 68 Camaro kit bought from Ebay. Now, I'm trying to research what color red the car is? How to make the flares? How to bring the tail lights in like a 67? I'm almost set to go on this kit. Any tips, tricks, and info anyone wants to share. Don't be afraid to say so, cause this is going to be a harder build then MAG Dragster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragmodels44 Posted July 20, 2017 Author Share Posted July 20, 2017 Hey Guys, wanted to help with a few questions, the original wheels I used were ARII wheels. They came in a set for fronts and rears plus tires. They could be readily found in hobby shops, but no more. I see them on eBay for about 50-60 bucks. They used to cost 25 in the store. Still pricey but now they're ridiculous. The next best choice I found are the monogram slotted mags like in the Tom Daniel Vette, and some of his other kits. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackkat13 Posted November 30, 2017 Share Posted November 30, 2017 (edited) I'll get around to building this car, in a few months. I'm working on few kits before tackling this build. I was searching for many more photo's of this car in shows, fan pages, and putting everything on one page. Since you guys are helping me out on some of the parts, it seem only fair to help out where I can. On this page any builder can find pictures of this car, inside and out. Wanted to help every builder out there working on this car. The page is https://www.facebook.com/ABNR1975 Edited December 1, 2017 by Blackkat13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 1 hour ago, Blackkat13 said: The page is https://www.facebook.com/ABNR1975/ The site you just listed has a warning attached...CAREFUL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackkat13 Posted December 1, 2017 Share Posted December 1, 2017 That's weird? I clicked it got the safety bit as well. Funny, it says Youtube as well. I'm at a lost. That's the link www.facebook.com/ABNR1975 I don't know anymore on these sites. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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