mchook Posted October 3, 2018 Share Posted October 3, 2018 I got this in a lot the other day & I think I'm going to use it to tow my Honda Odyssey. She's soaking to get rid of those decals now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lordmodelbuilder Posted October 4, 2018 Share Posted October 4, 2018 I like what you did to your Odyssey. I have one of those that I built in the 80's. It is hauled on a Chevy Luv. That Dodge will be a nice hauler for yours. Keep us posted. Brad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchook Posted October 10, 2018 Author Share Posted October 10, 2018 Thanks Brad, I like your set up, it's pretty cool. I got the cab & box in primer finally after some filling & lots of sanding. The hood needed those big holes filled too. The chassis isn't in bad shape but I need to find a front & rear end for it. I thought I had one in my stash but I can't find it. I found a 2wd set up but that's not gonna work for me here. I found an older style grill I like better too but it needs some help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchook Posted October 14, 2018 Author Share Posted October 14, 2018 Anyone know where I can find some 4x4 springs & axles for this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
426 pack Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 (edited) This is a cool project. I will be watching to see how it turns out. You might be able to use axles from the revell dodge ramcharger. Or with some modifications you could use the axles from a revell gmc plow truck or big game country truck. Edited October 14, 2018 by 426 pack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disabled modeler Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 Nice...! I always had a soft spot for the 71-76 Dodge long bed pickups and van kits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchook Posted October 26, 2018 Author Share Posted October 26, 2018 I haven't had much bench time but I did get the engine started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill lanfear Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 looking great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prostreeter69 Posted October 28, 2018 Share Posted October 28, 2018 Hey Mchook I have the same kit that I’ve taken the 4x4 stuff off of and would like to make mine a 2 wd. Maybe we could work out a trade? If interested I could send pics of what I have next week. We are out of town until next Saturday so I don’t have access to my stuff right now. Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lordmodelbuilder Posted November 4, 2018 Share Posted November 4, 2018 Nice work on that engine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsxse240 Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 On 10/26/2018 at 11:22 AM, mchook said: I haven't had much bench time but I did get the engine started. STARTED!?!? It looks like it RUNS! Great job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 9 hours ago, rsxse240 said: STARTED!?!? It looks like it RUNS! Great job! X2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchook Posted November 6, 2018 Author Share Posted November 6, 2018 Thanks guys, I appreciate all the compliments. It makes me feel good that you guys think it looks that good. I don't buy much aftermarket stuff for detailing, I just use what I have scrounged from old electronics & whatever I find for wiring & plumbing. On 10/28/2018 at 2:58 AM, prostreeter69 said: Hey Mchook I have the same kit that I’ve taken the 4x4 stuff off of and would like to make mine a 2 wd. Maybe we could work out a trade? If interested I could send pics of what I have next week. We are out of town until next Saturday so I don’t have access to my stuff right now. Jon Thanks for the offer Jon but I got something that will work. PM me your address & I'll send you the front end I have, It's built but should work fine. Don't worry about trading anything, I'm happy to give it to you to help out a fellow modeler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill lanfear Posted November 7, 2018 Share Posted November 7, 2018 15 hours ago, mchook said: I don't buy much aftermarket stuff for detailing, I just use what I have scrounged from old electronics & whatever I find for wiring & plumbing. I am in the same situation and have found ways around spending lots of $$$ to produce some fine details. Nothing against aftermarket, its great to have options, I just don't have very deep pockets for my hobby yet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchook Posted November 10, 2018 Author Share Posted November 10, 2018 I got most of the chassis done. I used the front & rear ends from a Ramcharger kit. The stance & fit looks o.k. to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted November 10, 2018 Share Posted November 10, 2018 That is coming along nicely! Sure wish those were readily available! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lordmodelbuilder Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 Nice looking chassis! Your weathering looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prostreeter69 Posted November 11, 2018 Share Posted November 11, 2018 Hey Mchook: The suspension looks right at home on tha chassis. Really like like your weathering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted November 14, 2018 Share Posted November 14, 2018 On 11/11/2018 at 2:34 PM, prostreeter69 said: Hey Mchook: The suspension looks right at home on tha chassis. Really like like your weathering. I agree too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchook Posted November 15, 2018 Author Share Posted November 15, 2018 On 11/10/2018 at 5:38 PM, mikemodeler said: Sure wish those were readily available! Me too, They're such good looking trucks to me. I think they'd sell pretty good if somebody reissued them. On 11/10/2018 at 8:08 PM, Lordmodelbuilder said: Nice looking chassis! Your weathering looks great! On 11/11/2018 at 3:34 PM, prostreeter69 said: Hey Mchook: The suspension looks right at home on tha chassis. Really like like your weathering. On 11/14/2018 at 6:18 AM, Mopar - D said: I agree too. Thanks a lot guys. It's been tough finding time to work on this thing. Work, fixing my daughter's car, getting ready for winter & a snow storm of 3"-6" today isn't gonna help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchook Posted November 25, 2018 Author Share Posted November 25, 2018 Not much but I got the interior done & some paint on the cab. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atmobil Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 Looks great!! Your 4x4 conversion is a sweet looking one, I have to remeber that one for later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill lanfear Posted November 25, 2018 Share Posted November 25, 2018 That is looking fantastic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mchook Posted November 28, 2018 Author Share Posted November 28, 2018 Just a little more, the grill & hood. I don't know if I'll have time to finish this. We're closing on a new house today & I'm gonna have to start packing all this BLAH_BLAH_BLAH_BLAH up soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted November 30, 2018 Share Posted November 30, 2018 On 11/10/2018 at 5:38 PM, mikemodeler said: That is coming along nicely! Sure wish those were readily available! Rumor has it, based on comments in another thread, that this kit will be making a comeback soon as a reissued MPC 2wd D100 1978 model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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