Railfreak78 Posted February 14, 2010 Share Posted February 14, 2010 And now I don't know what to do.... Here they are...... Sorry for the blurry pics I guess my camera did not like me today but this was really fun... Thanks for a cool build session with some really cool Kats I've made friends with along the way.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxer Posted February 14, 2010 Share Posted February 14, 2010 The imaginations working in this build are running way over the top and I'm loving every bit! Everything looks fantastic in here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rat95dyna Posted February 14, 2010 Share Posted February 14, 2010 Hi all, New to the forum and thought I'd jump right in so here's the beginning: 1978 Monaco with mods that someone would do if they didn't have a whole lotta time to prep, ie: down and dirty! I want to portray a vehicle someone might stumble across while trying to survive and needed to modify it in a hurry. I don't use photo etched parts (no good hobby shops around here) and have always scratch-build stuff anyway. I hope this fits the bill as there are fantastic works of art here on this forum and in this contest so far! "Wow" is all I can say about them all! Godspeed, Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Railfreak78 Posted February 15, 2010 Share Posted February 15, 2010 Welcome to the forum Mick and your off to a great start there. In a way your killing me as I am a huge fan of that kind of car and want a 4 door kit. I have (2) 2 door cars on my bench. I do think this will look mean when done. I can't wait to see the progress. As you can see more pics during the build is better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rat95dyna Posted February 15, 2010 Share Posted February 15, 2010 Thanks for the warm welcome! This looks to be a great forum with some talented, nice folks! Here are some more in prog pics: Unmodified. Removing trim (broken pieces will be added later). Making bolt heads from appropriate size round stock. Staples stolen from wife for grab handles. Front bumper ala Hedgerow Cutter style! Beware zombies!! More to follow... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blake Rogers Posted February 15, 2010 Author Share Posted February 15, 2010 well mick i must say amazing work i love it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rat95dyna Posted February 15, 2010 Share Posted February 15, 2010 Here are some others: Front overall. Beginning dash w/nail polish gauge covers. More weathering to come (obviously! LOL) Armored seat w/foil belts, styrene clasps. Rear w/frame mounted hitch. Overall so far. As you can see, this will be a curbside model as the MPC kit is designed as such. Also note many details (dash, seat) will only be visible through slits in armor or the cut out roof so superdetailing is not necessary, only hints of what's there are needed. You'll notice some armor has smooth edges and others are rough. This denotes scavenged plate steel and/or oxy-acet cut pieces. The cut portions were represented by "skipping" my X-Acto blade along the edge, giving it as rough texture as if torch cut. Note most of the armor is "bolted" on as welding heavy steel to body work is weak in real life. Bolting to an underlying structure is stronger so that is what I tried to duplicate. The top view of the engine only reveals the air cleaner and not much more so "creative gizmology" (thanks Shep!) will be utilized. The tires/rims are garbage but as I mainly concentrate on armor I have no alternative at the moment. I think I'll see what I can do with what's there. Mods and heavy weathering are a must for the running gear to say the least! Again, I am building this as if I were the one who stumbled across the old girl and had to modify her in a hurry and with scrounged materials. This is turning out to be an enjoyable build! Interior next and on to primary paint! Keep up the great work everyone! They all look fantastic! Godspeed, Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blake Rogers Posted February 15, 2010 Author Share Posted February 15, 2010 (edited) WELL done mick WELL done once i get a work bench and time ill show everyone my goat so far as well as a scout II i am doing plus if i can get it a snow plow!!!!!!!!!!!!! Edited February 15, 2010 by moparfan426 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rat95dyna Posted February 15, 2010 Share Posted February 15, 2010 Tires and wheels: Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki As you see, the B4 tires are hideous but all I have. I removed lettering and tread with judicious use of X-Acto and various grits of emery cloth. The rim slots were hogged out and the lip thinned to more scale-like proportions. The second photo is of the front and rear together. The fronts are from my sons Camaro and are a bit on the small side but in keeping with the "use what ya got" motif I hope it will work! Hosted on Fotki This is a length of "climbing rope" (thread coated with wood glue / water mix) that will be inside the rig. Hosted on Fotki Typical sleeping bag out of tissue paper and the aforementioned glue mix. the straps will be painted appropriately. Godspeed, Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Railfreak78 Posted February 15, 2010 Share Posted February 15, 2010 Nice progress Mick Did you save those headlights that you covered up? I know there was someone REALLY looking for a pair in the wanted section for a long time but I don't know if they the right one. I love the build so far and the sleeping bag. Cool detail! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rat95dyna Posted February 16, 2010 Share Posted February 16, 2010 Unfortunately Brian, I utilized the headlight frames under the armor. They were the dual, stacked rectangular units. The kit is the Dukes of Hazzard, Roscoe sheriff's car from MPC. More pics: Hosted on Fotki Dash with new green glass made from interior parts of a Polaroid camera. As you eagle eyed viewers probably noticed: airbag in a '78 car??? Yep. Remember, the owner of this vehicle is a scrounger...like yours truly! Hosted on Fotki A red bulbed search light - beginning stages. Made from the tip / barrel of an epoxy glue tube, interior is polished Bare Metal Foil. Will have red lens when finished and mounted whoknowswhere... As usual, I am continually amazed at the workmanship here on this forum! The more I browse, the more I likey! Godspeed, Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rat95dyna Posted February 16, 2010 Share Posted February 16, 2010 LMAO Michael!! Love the story line! I also love the tube front bumper! It reminds me of a schedule 40 bumper I build in High School for my 67 F-100. "Deer Pusher" for sure! Yours looks like it could take on an elephant, or a horde of zombies for that matter! Cool Build, can't wait to see what you come up with next. Not much progress on the ol Monaco today: Hosted on Fotki Minor armor to protect the trunk mounted fuel cell. Hosted on Fotki Updated front guard. I am thinking of some removable armor skirts for the wheel wells...I dunno... Haven't come up with a paint scheme yet. Any ideas out there? Note - the driver's side front fender will be from a donor so it will probably be weathered pale blue. Keep up all the amazing work everyone! Godspeed, Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Railfreak78 Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 (edited) Mick wow you are making killer progress! I see you figured out how to change your avatar as well and nice bike man... Yours? Anyway, I like what I'm seeing and I was looking at that kit at a store today Wheelman holy smokes!!!! I have finally been able to see a Benz I like besides the old Gullwing. Maybe my zombie car was nailed by yours lol. Great job so far and in the words of Cranky..... MORE!!!! Edited February 17, 2010 by Railfreak78 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rat95dyna Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 (edited) Brian, thanks for the words of encouragement! And yeah, the bike is mine. Built it myself out of a wrecked '95 Dyna Low Rider. Hosted on Fotki Michael, your next project looks to be killer too! That grill is great and I can visualize pieces of "road kill" ala "Death Race 2000" hanging off it! As an avid armor modeler, I can say that this build is right up my alley and I'm having a hoot! Not often you can model real-world functional yet imaginary stuff. I might have to go the way of ol' Cranky for a few years and concentrate on this new found aspect! Now, if I can only get my cars to look like his...hmmmmm... Godspeed, Mick Edited February 17, 2010 by rat95dyna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 Okay the SSRvivor is in progress. I'm taking photos but can't upload them until cable/internet is hooked up at the house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Railfreak78 Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 I can't wait Rob! You have been slick by making us wait to make the suspense "build" up lol. Mick thats a great save on the bike! Love the 2 tone black. My female rider friend re-built a 86 ish Yamaha Seca 750. I'm working on a 80 Yamaha XJ650. I wish I had the money cause I found a 99 ( I think) Honda VLX 650 with light right side damage for $1,300 not long back and I thought it would be a great learner bike. Sorry to go off topic guys lol. I love bikes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rat95dyna Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 Slow day so far, but a bit of progress: Hosted on Fotki Typical light from a kit. Hosted on Fotki After: Hollowed out with appropriately large drill bit tip, lined with Bare Metal and lensed with clear nail polish (thanks daughter of mine!). Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki Initial rusting with baking powder over a wash of dark rust. The extra will be lightly brushed off when dry, leaving only a hint of texture. Remember, the frame is a curbside and the engine will only be partially visible through the hood. Why weather or paint unseen parts? (Yeah, I have been guilty of building / weathering parts for my satisfaction only so no razzing me! LOL!) Many of the other builds on these forums are truly incredible and do inspire me to go hog wild, just not on this one. Maybe my next Apocalyptic build will be all-out! Jeez, I'm hooked! Augh!!!!! Godspeed, Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Railfreak78 Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 I agree on the hiding thing. I went all out in the interior of my truck but you can't really see it now that it's done. I actually converted the pedals to tank controls but none will know lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Cranky Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 WOW, I love it. Great weaponry . . . and the vehicle is so cool!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Railfreak78 Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Welcome back Cranky I was getting worried I'm not used to you bein gone that long between posts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuffone20 Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 You guys are having to much fun with some of your builds and I just might have to dig something out and start building one too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Railfreak78 Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Wheelman that is a great idea and looking great so far. I'm diggin that trailer as well. This is the coolest build thread on the forum I think! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 I keep checking this thread every now and again, and think you guys are all doing a great job! I have too many builds on the go right now, and am trying real hard not to add another until I get a few finished!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rat95dyna Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 Hey all, A little progress: Hosted on Fotki Final armor. Hosted on Fotki Hosted on Fotki As you see, the first layer is VERY loose and runny, allowing it to accumulate in corners and such. This is basically a "wash" applied with an airbrush. Very ugly but the final result is worth it as the future weathering will allow the different depths of rust to show through, adding dimension. Keep up all the great work folks! Godspeed, Mick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blake Rogers Posted February 20, 2010 Author Share Posted February 20, 2010 GREAT WORK MAN Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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