2002p51 Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 For those of you who might have missed it, here's the under construction thread for this model: http://www.modelcars...showtopic=61625 And here's the "finished" model: The paint is Testor's Model Master Classic White and Chevrolet Engine Red. The decals are from Slixx. The hood is made from a piece of .010" Evergreen sheet as is the rear spoiler. The windshield and backglass are made from .005" Evergreen clear sheet mounted flush from the outside. As always when I post these things I not only welcome critique and comments but I encourage them, so I'll start. Overall I'm okay with the way it came out. I like the stance and the overall look but I'm also a little disappointed in a few things. I had to do some serious hacking and chopping on things that didn't show up until final assembly, so the model isn't as "clean" as it could be. Also, surprisingly, there's no room for front shock absorbers so the car has none. I still need a rear bumper, Modelhaus has them I just need to get my order in. There's a lot that could be fixed and a lot more detailing could be added but I'm finished with it and that's why I titled this post "I'm Calling it Done"! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Hall Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Very cool... I like the paint scheme and decals..neat to see my old employer's name on the rear quarters. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Not my style but it certainly looks very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I like everything about it, including your being bothered about what's 'wrong' with it. Great looking model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Custom Mike Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Drew, we're all our own worst critics, I hate all of my finished builds too, so you're not alone! From this side of the monitor, this is beautifully done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S. Svendsen Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Cool looking build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Wow! Sweet build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I don't know anything about these types of cars, so I can't really comment on the accuracy or anything like that, but I can say that it sure looks cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2002p51 Posted August 19, 2012 Author Share Posted August 19, 2012 Thanks Harry, like I said in the beginning of the build thread, there's not a sanctioning body in America that would approve it for late model competition and if you could get it approved you'd have to run a full steel body which would make the car too heavy to compete. Besides, would you really cut up a real '72 Dodge Challenger body with what they cost these days? So you ask, what about running with a vintage group? Well, you might, but few of those groups really "race" so you'd just be running around out there and depending on the individual club, they might not like a modern, full race engine, four wheel disc brakes, etc. etc. But as far as the looks cool part, well, that's the only reason I built it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sak Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Looks mighty done to me. And badass as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george 53 Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I'm with Harry on this one, I don't know jack about these kinds of cars, but it sure does look good! This HAS to be PRE race!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gluhead Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I checked out your build thread a couple times after you got rolling on it, but hadn't been back for updates in a while. That came out real sharp! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yahshu Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I'm not into this style of motor sport but this is one cool Challenger, Top Mopar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyBradKeselowski Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 Race ready, I like it and love it... Outstanding ! ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miatatom Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Beautifully done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Really nice build.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PARTSMARTY Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 INCREDIBLE--I DON'T THINK YOU HAVE TO KNOW A LOT ABOUT ACCURACY WITH THIS KIND OF CAR-COOL IS COOL -NO MATTER WHAT.-CONGRATS!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kekefe Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 Good Work...Really liked it... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2002p51 Posted August 20, 2012 Author Share Posted August 20, 2012 Thanks everybody for the kind comments. I'm glad y'all like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagedragfan Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 I love it Drew!, I think it turned out exceptionally well myself, very nice work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunajammer Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 I LOVE your overall aesthetics; paint, color, graphics, impact, etc. I wouldn't know any better so it looks right to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Pugh Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 Wow! I really like this one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted September 4, 2012 Share Posted September 4, 2012 Accurate, like something you'd actually see being raced. Not even close. Cool looking, and looks like something there needs to be a class for, so you could see something like it being raced? Absolutely! I have to say I'm not much into E-Body Mopars, but I really do like the way this one looks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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