ismaelg Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Hi, I had a thread started on this before but it got lost in the server migration. I hope I can replicate the "emotion" of that thread.... The 6th generation Corvette, or C6, proved to be very successful. Launched for the 2005 model year with the coupe and convertible, it eventually evolved to a family of models. In 2006 the Z06 joined the family, followed by the supercharged ZR-1 in 2009. In 2010 the Grand Sport joined the lineup in both coupe and convertible forms. For 2013, the last model year of the C6 generation, Chevrolet introduced yet another model in the lineup: The 427 convertible. Since the seventh generation Corvette was to be launched as a 2014 model year, this 427 convertible was a one year only model. GM and Chevy refuse to call it a Z06 convertible, but it is essentially a steel framed Z06 convertible. The heart of the car is the famous 505hp 7.0 liter LS7 engine. This roughly translates into 427 cubic inches. Well, it is almost 428 but the number 427 is sacred in Corvette history. Chevrolet claims this is the fastest and most capable Corvette convertible ever. But 2013 also marked the 60th anniversary of the Corvette. So a special edition 60th Anniversary package was offered in all models featuring Arctic White paint, specific exterior and interior badging, sueded microfiber-wrapped steering wheel and shifter, blue custom stitching, Blue Diamond interior color, gray custom brake calipers, ZR1 rear spoiler, full-length racing stripes in Pearl Silver Blue and blue convertible top graced with stitched stripes. Combine these 2 and you have a 60th Anniversary 427 Corvette Convertible. I'm obviously biased, but I have seen one locally and WOW! What a car! Pictures courtesy of the Internet Of course I like it but there are no models of this car. So I will be doing my own. To keep it simple (yeah right!) I'll work with snap curbsides focusing on the visual impact of the car. The plan is similar to the full detail C6 convertible I did back a few years ago: Using the deck lid and conv boot from the snap C6 convertible. But this time, instead of combining it with a full detail C6 kit I'll be using a snap Z06. According to Murphy's law, as soon as I'm done Revell will release a kit of this car so I'll look like a fool. Come On Revell, make me look like a fool! This will be a very slow process as I only have a few minutes a week of workbench time. The starting points are Revell Z06 and C6 convertible, both snap curbsides kits.... ....which will not stay as they are much longer...... Let the madness begin!!!! So this is the basic idea. However, it is not as straightforward as it may look because the fit is far from perfect. The parts are not exactly identical in size or shape. Add to that the variation of the cutting and if you want it to be perfect you have some work ahead. Stay tuned. I hope to have this done before the actual car gets "classic vehicle" plates in 25 years What do you think? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Woodruff Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Thanks for re posting this Ismael. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 It will be a work of art when you are finished, like all of your Corvettes! Looking forward to seeing this one done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duntov Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Nice work --- looks good so far!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Great start! I'd never seen that edition before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Jon Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Neat project idea Ismael, looks great, looking forward to seeing more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ismaelg Posted December 31, 2014 Author Share Posted December 31, 2014 Hi, Supports were added to help the proper positioning of the parts. The resulting gaps need serious attention. I was expecting a tighter fit but it seems these two molds are not as related to each other as I thought. .... and before you mention it, No you can't just lean it to one side and fill the other. It needs to be perfectly centered for proper fit with the interior. So both sides need to be carefully worked on. and you know me, almost perfect is never good enough. Thanks, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted December 31, 2014 Share Posted December 31, 2014 I love the look of the 1:1! Awesumvette! Following this, as I know you'll knock it out of the park, Ismael. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ismaelg Posted January 4, 2015 Author Share Posted January 4, 2015 Hello, Almost no workbench time but here is some very slow progress..... Started adding and stacking thin strips of styrene to tighten the gaps. Continuously checking centering with the interior tub. Added some material not only to the body but to the boot as well. I miss the days where I could sit for hours on the workbench. Now, 10 minutes is a quite an accomplishment..... Still a long way to go but at least moving forward. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ismaelg Posted January 8, 2015 Author Share Posted January 8, 2015 Hello, Still a lot of tweaking ahead but slowly getting there....... Continuously checking with the interior tub for proper fit.... What do you think? Thanks, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ismaelg Posted January 11, 2015 Author Share Posted January 11, 2015 (edited) Hello, After an intense battle this is now heading in the right direction. As of 2 weeks ago...... This is how it is now. ready for permanent attachment. Once glued in place (and reinforced just in case) a bit more tweaking may be needed. What do you think? Thanks! Edited January 11, 2015 by ismaelg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toast Posted January 12, 2015 Share Posted January 12, 2015 I think it will only need a tiny bit of tweaking, if any. You did a great job of matching those two bodies up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spideyfoot Posted January 13, 2015 Share Posted January 13, 2015 My Uncle has this car if you need any detail info let me know. I work with him so its probably out in the parking lot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted January 13, 2015 Share Posted January 13, 2015 Nice!!! Looking forward to more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny1973 Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Very nice mods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigBad Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 Flaberghasted! Nice work! Can't wait to see which rims you're going to use on this beast! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darbo Posted January 16, 2015 Share Posted January 16, 2015 Fantastic, cant wait to see more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ismaelg Posted May 20, 2015 Author Share Posted May 20, 2015 Hello again! OK Let's see: 12 minutes of workbench time in 4 months: That averages to 3 whopping minutes a month! Combine that with a slow builder and I think I can finish this right about the time the real car gets antique car plates... Anyways, The 427 convertible uses a factory hi-rise hood, similar to the ZR1 hood but without the window. This hood was first offered as a Z06 option in 2012 (Option B92). The option was also available in 2013 (Z06 only as the previous year). All 427 convertibles had this hood. Having this been a full detail model, I would have used a ZR1 hood and fill the window (hint for a future project). But since this is a curbside I'll just add material to the hood. The plan is to get it close to shape with styrene and then finish it using Milliput. So at this rate this may only take a few more years before it is ready for primer.... Thanks, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill_67 Posted May 21, 2015 Share Posted May 21, 2015 Glad to see you back on this build, it's funny I was just reading this post last night. Well I hope you find more time, I'll be following. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz Posted May 23, 2015 Share Posted May 23, 2015 Good to see you back my brother, I will be following closely!Good to see you back my brother, I will be following closely! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ismaelg Posted May 26, 2015 Author Share Posted May 26, 2015 Let the mess begins... or should I say, continue...... Milliput superfine white, the first of many passes..... Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spencer1984 Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 Good to see you were able to get back to this, you've done some great work so far! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAMBENNA Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 looks good so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Getting there, I love it!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 4, 2015 Share Posted June 4, 2015 Nice body work! What's your secret to getting milliput to work. It always turns out really soft and funny on me; and clogs my files and sandpaper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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