christian-w Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 Some good processes here *thumbsup* I started last weekend to get the first impression how much work the Hondaengine would be in the engine compartment of my Mini. I'll let follow some pics on the weekend.
hjracing Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 (edited) I see great contenders here . I be waiting for some parts to reveal my entry, and I have to say that you put me so hard to find the right model to build as a sleepe, 'couse you use some of my options . Edited January 20, 2015 by hjracing
Foxer Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 After fabbing the plenum I wondered if the engine sat up too high so I test fitted the engine. It fits!! So much room up front I'm thinking twin turbo now! Got 'em, might as well use 'em. I'm loving the look of that engine!
Lunajammer Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 (edited) Posted Today, 10:36 AM >>I'm loving the look of that engine! Me too. Nice work adding visual interest under the hood. Edited January 20, 2015 by Lunajammer
Belugawrx Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 Nice work Mike...that's fillin' the engine bay !
Petetrucker07 Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 (edited) That engine compartment looks like a tarantula nest, looks mean. I like it! Im doin a twin turbo for my build. Just got it in the mail today. Edited January 21, 2015 by Petetrucker07
Belugawrx Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 Sorry Dennis, I saw Mike's "quote" (without a quote) and thought,...oh forget it Looks great
Lunajammer Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 (edited) The fit of the Audi Chassis to the PT Cruiser is divine. But the wheelbase is too wide and the wheels sit up in the wells so far it looks like a low-rider. I need to bring them in. The upper and lower A-arms have been shortened and dropped in an effort to raise the body. A-Arms reattached to the bracket. Left is uncut, right shows mod. This this was the first suspension piece and the scars show a few miscalculations, but the others are coming together nicely. Edited January 21, 2015 by Lunajammer
Belugawrx Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 Nice work Mike I need to do the same to the corvette running gear I'm using Right now the '62 Imp looks Slammed This will be the first time I've RAISED the ride height Nice fiddley work Cheers
o-man Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 Made some progress on the Regal. Attempted to get rid of the ejector marks in chassis Removed the drivers window net which would cause visibility issues changing lanes on the rod and giveaway nature of car. Started on other side of chassis. Painted interior with some Valspar Chocolate Brown "suede". Using the stock seats from Monogram GN. Will be leaving out some of the cage so there will be some room for a passenger. Will be painting cage another shade of brown to hopefully help "hide" it. Got bodywork finished as best as I could. Body is now painted with Krylon Georgia Clay. Yes, that is the name of the color. Still trying to decide if I'm going to polish the paint or leave it as is.
Jantrix Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 Oscar that looks great, and you are really on the right track. The fender flares and the wheel arches though, just scream "race car". Will the GN body fit over this chassis? Or maybe do some fender surgery using the wheel arches from the GN?
MeatMan Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 Oscar that looks great, and you are really on the right track. The fender flares and the wheel arches though, just scream "race car". Will the GN body fit over this chassis? Or maybe do some fender surgery using the wheel arches from the GN? Yeah, and for that reason you may not want to polish it Oscar.
o-man Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 No, GN body will not fit over chassis and I don't have the skills to perform surgery. Got to leave a few clues for the trained eyes . Will "chrome" the window trim. Will try to make headlight covers and some sort of tail lights
Intmd8r Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 No, GN body will not fit over chassis and I don't have the skills to perform surgery. Got to leave a few clues for the trained eyes . Will "chrome" the window trim. Will try to make headlight covers and some sort of tail lights That's how I build/customize my 1:1 cars subtle mods that are only noticed by the people who appreciate them. Tuning a NASCAR body into something that looks OEM will be a challenge! Others are offering some good, constructive criticism, I wish you good luck-look forward to your progress.
georgeshaeffer Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 1/24 die cast Smart for Two model currently for sale on Amazon for $30. 1-22-2015
Belugawrx Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 Wheel wells positioned and marked cut off the 62 frame Glued onto '62 body and ready to fit vette chassis and cut, dremel, file, etc.
Jantrix Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 Some work on the chassis. For the first time in my modeling "career" I had to resort to JB Weld to get a good bond for the front subframe.
Belugawrx Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 Bumper work I decided the LS1 needed more air coming in so,.. Cut out the middle of the lower bumper and,.. cut the cowcatcher off the top,.. and installed it underneath,.. This gives me room to install an intercooler Don't know why GM didn't think of this 53 years ago ? Also ground the back of the grille out. Nice frame work going on up there Rob This is fun iddnit Cheers
georgeshaeffer Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 I'm in! Don't know what year Chevy Van - with added secret equipment from Acme Supply Company! <grin>
Jantrix Posted January 23, 2015 Posted January 23, 2015 (edited) Cut out the middle of the lower bumper and,.. cut the cowcatcher off the top,.. and installed it underneath,.. Nice frame work going on up there Rob This is fun iddnit Cheers Yeah Bruce. There going to be an awful lot of scratch-building and major mods for most of us on this build. Great idea on that bumper. I'm in! Don't know what year Chevy Van - with added secret equipment from Acme Supply Company! I'm not sure how chocolate is secret equipment, unless there will be a woman driving with you, Welcome to the build off George. Edited January 23, 2015 by Jantrix
wagonmaster Posted January 23, 2015 Author Posted January 23, 2015 (edited) George, you know that listening to a certain Coyote can get you in trouble. called himself SUPPPPER genius, or something like that. Tim Edited January 23, 2015 by wagonmaster
georgeshaeffer Posted January 23, 2015 Posted January 23, 2015 It's not chocolate - that's my "stealth box" camouflage! (In other words, it was the only box I could find in a hurry that was about the correct size). Progress will follow - after I finally get it started..........
exesivefire Posted January 23, 2015 Posted January 23, 2015 my other kits came in, I had a hunch about the SSR, and it worked out perfect. i originally got it for the running gear. but now it looks like the chassis, suspension, drive train and even parts of the interior will be useable.. The ZR1 is for the slight chance I take the easy way out, i'll rob it of its blower.
Jantrix Posted January 23, 2015 Posted January 23, 2015 Dontcha just love it when that works out? Very nice planning Andy. Looking forward to seeing this come together.
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