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Re-Updated, Again - 1/18 ACME White Trans Am Ford Mustang Boss 302


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I wish all diecast manufacturers would do this, however, to date, this is the only mass-produced, affordable Customer White donor available.

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Here's a link to a separate Flickr album with more detailed shots:  https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjzEAKE

Anyway, being retired, I have way too much time on my hands, and fortunately access to resources to allow me to pursue things that creep into my imagination.

I have started creating some fantasy versions of this model, primarily based on existing and historic Nascar liveries.  Here's what I've done so far.

First one I did was a Sta-Power Buddy Baker version.  Album here:  https://flic.kr/s/aHsmSuyw8F

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Next one I did was an Alan Kulwicki Hooters version.  Album here:  https://flic.kr/s/aHsmVStnkq

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Next, a more contemporary livery, R&L Carriers.  Album here:  https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjzEbp7

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And the most recent, a Wendell Scott Howard's Furniture version.  Album here:  https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjzEGUK

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Next one will be a Skoal version, based on the Rick Mast Thunderbird livery.  Album here:  https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjzF5NP

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This will be the last one until I can break loose with $125 plus shipping for another donor.

This is based on Dan Gurney’s 1963 “Motor Trend 500” Winning 427 Ford Galaxie.  Album here:  https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjzGTR8

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On 3/11/2022 at 8:20 AM, baycolony said:

Looks good, and I couldn't help but notice that this diecast model got the rake of the front end correct unlike the Revell 1/24 kit.  I wish they would correct it or an aftermarket 3d printer or caster would. 

Actually, there is a way to correct it.  I just haven't gotten around to doing these.  It is pretty simple, you remove two screws that hold the front suspension on, add a couple of fibre washers, and done.

Here's a Flickr album on it:  https://flic.kr/s/aHsmi2WM4b

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