Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share Posted May 8, 2020 (edited) also lighten the front brakes Edited May 8, 2020 by Rob17_107 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share Posted May 8, 2020 (edited) next step making hood from 4mm plexy, Edited May 8, 2020 by Rob17_107 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share Posted May 8, 2020 ok now I need a racing seat..how I can do? MMMMMM YESS!!! I can use the capote!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Metallic Posted May 8, 2020 Share Posted May 8, 2020 Innovative use of the roof by turning it into the seat. You have a good eye Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share Posted May 8, 2020 I need a airscoop for carburettors, I don't find anyone. I make it from a fidelity card Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TarheelRick Posted May 8, 2020 Share Posted May 8, 2020 That is some mighty fine work on that big boy. Looking forward to updates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share Posted May 8, 2020 adapting head cover from lindberg yellow canary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share Posted May 8, 2020 to fit the compressor the bottom pulley need more space, the frame should be modified Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share Posted May 8, 2020 (edited) Carbs painting (the last two photos are real carbs) Edited May 8, 2020 by Rob17_107 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share Posted May 8, 2020 engine new painting and test on the frame Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share 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: Edited May 8, 2020 by Rob17_107 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share Posted May 8, 2020 original exhaust are too small..big is better. I use a very raw solution Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phildaupho Posted May 8, 2020 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share Posted May 8, 2020 I see the light at the end of tunnel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob17_107 Posted May 8, 2020 Author Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl Marischal Posted May 8, 2020 Share Posted May 8, 2020 This is shaping up very nicely. Look forward to seeing more. Thanks steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
styromaniac Posted May 8, 2020 Share Posted May 8, 2020 Excellente ! Great improvisations ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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