DanR Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 I finished it... I didn't love this kit. Lots of fit issues made it a chore, but in the end, it looks ok, so I can't complain too much... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 I think it looks better than OK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanR Posted August 6, 2012 Author Share Posted August 6, 2012 And one more pic for the heck of it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanR Posted August 6, 2012 Author Share Posted August 6, 2012 Thanks Ray. I've been making some dumb mistakes lately and I think I'm just being a bit too hard on myself. I have to always remember it's supposed to be fun and relaxing, and that every finished model is an accomplishment to be proud of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotrodblder Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 (edited) I will never be a fan of green. BUT, there is a positive message in this post. I love, love, love how this kit turned out. I have yet to do anything with mine since I bought it back in April of this year. But I see so many different people's version's of this kit and it keeps giving me hope that mine will turn out really well, too. Keep up the Great work, Dan!!! I do have one question and it may just be my eyes, but are those slicks on the front? Is it meant to be a exhibition style car? Or was it just a flaw that that I'm pointing out? Sorry if I'm seeing things. Edited August 6, 2012 by hotrodblder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Thanks Ray. I've been making some dumb mistakes lately and I think I'm just being a bit too hard on myself. I have to always remember it's supposed to be fun and relaxing, and that every finished model is an accomplishment to be proud of. Dan, I think we are our own worst critics. We may see thing others don't notice but 9 times out of 10 I think we did better than we feel we did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Ok, I know this doesn't relate directly to the model... but I found this online. It's a drag Gremlin, so it sort of applies here. Anyway, can someone explain the exhaust setup on this car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotrodblder Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Just looks like they ran the headers backwards for some reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MachinistMark Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 (edited) likely a turbo car.. edit, i notice the bug catcher now... thats just weird. Edited August 6, 2012 by MachinistMark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Just looks like they ran the headers backwards for some reason. Right. But why??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JunkPile Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Why be normal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Why be normal! Yeah, I guess racing a Gremlin falls into the "Dare to be Different" category in the first place! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanR Posted August 6, 2012 Author Share Posted August 6, 2012 Thanks for the comments, guys! To Shawn - the front tires are the kit supplied tires and they're not slicks. I believe they're the street versions tires. I think they just appear to be slicks in the photo because the light didn't capture the tread detail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Nice build dan, really looks good and the green looks good on it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Buck Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 VERY NICE JOB!! Nice and clean build, looks great and the color is Perfect for it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Buck Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 (edited) Ok, I know this doesn't relate directly to the model... but I found this online. It's a drag Gremlin, so it sort of applies here. Anyway, can someone explain the exhaust setup on this car? That definitely looks a bit "strange"... so, I had to try and find out more! LOL - Best I could find here: http://rides.hotrod....72/amc/gremlin/ http://rides.hotrod....n/photos/1.html ...looks like exhaust manifolds for a boat?? Edit: Here's more (with a short answer from the owner LOL): http://www.streetfir...lin_2385400.htm Edited August 6, 2012 by Wayne Buck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renegade Posted August 6, 2012 Share Posted August 6, 2012 Nice build. Well worth the effort. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted August 7, 2012 Share Posted August 7, 2012 (edited) Ok, I know this doesn't relate directly to the model... but I found this online. It's a drag Gremlin, so it sort of applies here. Anyway, can someone explain the exhaust setup on this car? Maybe it's a wheelstander and spent exhaust helps with the lift ? Great model BTW, that would be a handfull on the starting line. Or maybe really big curb feelers? Edited August 7, 2012 by bbowser Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Cole Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 ??? Less exhaust plumbing means less weight? Plus easier to install, perhaps. Sorry, can't play the video here, audio = "disturbing the peace" w/ rest of family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 From the video: "Why is the exhaust coming out the front?" "Because there's nowhere else to put it." Huh??? How did everyone else who ran Gremlins find somewhere else to put it? Sounds to me like nothing more than a cheap attention-getting gimmick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr moto Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 Ok, I know this doesn't relate directly to the model... but I found this online. It's a drag Gremlin, so it sort of applies here. Anyway, can someone explain the exhaust setup on this car? Maybe the driver likes to inhale carbon monoxide? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 LOOKS GREAT!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Cranky Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 I like it, and that color makes it pop twice, once for the color and once for the fact it's a Gremlin. NICE! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zarana-X Posted August 8, 2012 Share Posted August 8, 2012 Looks fabulous! I still need to get me one of these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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