Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Hi, I'm Roberto from Italy (sorry for my english) . I'm a not a expert builder but I have more passion ?, my method is not perfect and sometimes are raw but I enjoy. Ok, a few years ago I bought this model on ebay, but it was incomplete. every now and then I looked for what was missing but in Italy the pieces are impossible to find and therefore I took in the usa. now because Covid quarantine Ihave time to assemble it and show you my work. I decided to modify the model to make it a salt lake car. This is the beginning   Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 (edited)  first of all, I lightened and shortened the chassis, I dont need the original big tank   Edited May 8, 2020 by Rob17_107 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 (edited) also lighten the front brakes    Edited May 8, 2020 by Rob17_107 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 (edited) next step making hood from 4mm plexy, Edited May 8, 2020 by Rob17_107 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 ok now I need a racing seat..how I can do? MMMMMM YESS!!! I can use the capote!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 the project does not include doors, but this is a big work! I use a lot of putty, sandpaper and...sweat Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr. Metallic Posted May 8, 2020 Innovative use of the roof by turning it into the seat. You have a good eye Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 For the engine I don't like the original solution, I did not find them suitable for a racing car. for this reason I chose to mount a volumetric compressor taken from a lindberg kit (I think) and adapted three carburettors.  Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 I need a airscoop for carburettors, I don't find anyone. I make it from a fidelity card Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TarheelRick Posted May 8, 2020 That is some mighty fine work on that big boy. Looking forward to updates. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 adapting head cover from lindberg yellow canary Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 to fit the compressor the bottom pulley need more space, the frame should be modified Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 (edited) Carbs painting (the last two photos are real carbs) Edited May 8, 2020 by Rob17_107 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 the sparks plug was missing, I'd replace with a simply idea. I use a screw and bolt from glasses repair set, paint with gloss withe and it looks great! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 engine new painting and test on the frame Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 (edited) I want to equipped my racer with front moon eyes tank, but how can do? Simply! Take a tube from glue roll stick, one ball fron christmas decoration, cut, paste, use wheel lock nut for cap and..the results is: Â Â Â Edited May 8, 2020 by Rob17_107 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 (edited) Every race car must have a rollcage, I make it from parts kit holder frame Edited May 8, 2020 by Rob17_107 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 original exhaust are too small..big is better. I use a very raw solution  Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phildaupho Posted May 8, 2020 WOW Roberto that is quite the project. I like where this is heading and I will be following when your post likely gets moved the Big Boyz section. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 I see the light at the end of tunnel Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 20 minutes ago, Phildaupho said: WOW Roberto that is quite the project. I like where this is heading and I will be following when your post likely gets moved the Big Boyz section. thanks!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Earl Marischal Posted May 8, 2020 This is shaping up very nicely. Look forward to seeing more. Thanks steve Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
styromaniac Posted May 8, 2020 Excellente ! Great improvisations ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
