Mister Twister Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 (edited) I'm using the Moebius kit as a basis for this build as it already has a Hemi engine and correct type interior that the A990 cars had. I'm going to use a sheet of Fred Cady decals that are at least 25 years old. I cut a small piece and it slid off the paper without cracking. I've had these decals in a box all that time. I was fortunate enough to witness Steve Bagwell and his stable of factory Hemi cars ('Cuda and '64 and '65) Plymouths @ the NHRA Southern Nationals at Commerce Georgia many times in the early 80's and at the WDRS (Winston Drag Racing Series) points meets at the Brainerd Optimist Drag Strip In Chattanooga also on several occasions usually wheeled by Richard Griffin. I have always been a huge fan of Steve Bagwell and his Barnett prepared race cars. Anyway....I am doing this as a phantom build with more modern items such as an updated roll cage system, wheels and so on. Here are a few pics. I have started by back halving the rear with large wheel tubs. More to come when I can. Thanks Edited January 25, 2019 by Mister Twister Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagercr Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 I will be watching Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brutalform Posted December 30, 2018 Share Posted December 30, 2018 Looking good. I gotta get me one of these kits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R. Thorne Posted December 30, 2018 Share Posted December 30, 2018 Can’t have too many stockers/superstockers on this forum (vintage and modern day). Where did you get the front wheels? Keep at it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1320wayne Posted December 30, 2018 Share Posted December 30, 2018 Can't wait to see where you go with this. I've had the 64 on the to-do list for years now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1320wayne Posted December 30, 2018 Share Posted December 30, 2018 Here are some reference pics. in case you don't already have enough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Twister Posted December 30, 2018 Author Share Posted December 30, 2018 (edited) 3 hours ago, R. Thorne said: Can’t have too many stockers/superstockers on this forum (vintage and modern day). Where did you get the front wheels? Keep at it. Ron the wheels are 1/24 scale slot car wheels purchased off ebay. Thanks Edited December 31, 2018 by Mister Twister Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Twister Posted December 30, 2018 Author Share Posted December 30, 2018 17 minutes ago, 1320wayne said: Can't wait to see where you go with this. I've had the 64 on the to-do list for years now. I had some Cady decals and I did a '64 about 25 years ago. I remember not being happy with the results back then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High octane Posted December 31, 2018 Share Posted December 31, 2018 Lookin' good Darryl as I just love dem drag racin' Mopars! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Twister Posted December 31, 2018 Author Share Posted December 31, 2018 I did some work on the roll cage set up and made some adjustments to the interior panels to accommodate the larger rear wheel tubs and I redid the delete back seat area and package tray. All fits snug and I'm happy with that. Slicks are ready as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bykr Posted December 31, 2018 Share Posted December 31, 2018 That cage looks good. Darryl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brutalform Posted December 31, 2018 Share Posted December 31, 2018 (edited) Great work on the cage. Those wheels are going to look nasty on this car. The rear wheels are very similar to the set I used on a 66 Impala. Edited December 31, 2018 by Brutalform Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldr-n-drt Posted January 1, 2019 Share Posted January 1, 2019 what kit did the rear tubs come from?? oldr-n-drt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Twister Posted January 2, 2019 Author Share Posted January 2, 2019 3 hours ago, oldr-n-drt said: what kit did the rear tubs come from?? oldr-n-drt They came from the AMT '70 Coronet Super Bee Pro Street Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crizila Posted January 2, 2019 Share Posted January 2, 2019 Keep truckin!! Can't wait to see it done. Roll cage and tubs = first class! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truck parts Posted January 2, 2019 Share Posted January 2, 2019 (edited) Great looking start, I will be following your build as go forward Edited January 2, 2019 by Truck parts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Twister Posted January 3, 2019 Author Share Posted January 3, 2019 Thanks fellas....I did some work on the engine and made some long collectors for the headers. Lots of test fitting is necessary in a build of this nature. The chassis and body fit well but the final glue in will allow the chassis to set deeper inside the body and making the car look lower. I decided to do this as a Nostalgia Super Stock because I believe it just fits better for a modern, updated type of race car. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Twister Posted January 5, 2019 Author Share Posted January 5, 2019 This one is coming along nicely and I've got some assembly and paint work done this week. I'll paint the body and do decal work next. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brutalform Posted January 6, 2019 Share Posted January 6, 2019 (edited) Wow.. talk about progress! This build is coming along nicely. What did you use to build those headers? They fit great, tucked up under the chassis. I just bought the Calif Flash, and Melrose Missle. I also got the Golden Commandos on the way. These kits are really nice. The body is one of the nicest I’ve seen. While working on the Missle, it was a shame I had to cut the pillars, and remove the emblems on such a perfect body. I cant wait to see your final assembly. Edited January 6, 2019 by Brutalform Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Twister Posted January 6, 2019 Author Share Posted January 6, 2019 Thanks, the headers are from one of the Revell Pro Sportsman kits and I made the collectors from tube plastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Twister Posted January 10, 2019 Author Share Posted January 10, 2019 (edited) I sprayed the body with MM Star Spangled Blue and got the decals and graphics in place. I'll have to wait on a good weather day for the clear coat. I took liberties with the decals but the overall theme is still in line with the original (real) car. I am doing this build as a more modern version of the actual car so there will be differences. With some bad weather predicted for this weekend it may be a few days on the clear coat. For 25 year old decals they went on perfectly. I'm happy with the outcome. More when I can. Edited January 10, 2019 by Mister Twister Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldr-n-drt Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 Darryl... yall know nostalgia super stock class runs 10 1/2 wide tires?? oldr-n-drt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtx6970 Posted January 10, 2019 Share Posted January 10, 2019 Man. I like that a lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mister Twister Posted January 10, 2019 Author Share Posted January 10, 2019 3 hours ago, oldr-n-drt said: Darryl... yall know nostalgia super stock class runs 10 1/2 wide tires?? oldr-n-drt Yeah....I know they run 10.5 tires and mostly a stock looking interior with original instrument panels and so on. As I said I'm taking liberties with this build and its just my rendition. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brutalform Posted January 11, 2019 Share Posted January 11, 2019 The body looks fantastic. Final assembly right around the corner! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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