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61 to 64 cad. Can't believe they did a takeoff of christine. Black is a lot more sinister. But really?

I believe one of them is a 61 convertible. Havent seen the whole video. Yet.

Im gonna try that on my 1:1 rod. Eliminate the mastercylinder because the exhaust is in the way. Lol.

Ok here are my steps. 1. Decide what to build, factory stock, custom, streetrod, etc. then research that build so you have reference materials. 2. Get the kit and locate all necessary items needed and decide your color and theme. I build everything in sub assemblies then bring everything together in the end. I then make sure i have enough time to finish my project. I wash all my parts as i build each section then allow them to dry. I test fit the body to everything from bare plastic to primer to final paint. Theres nothing worse than having a pristine body in paint and nothing fits. I do the body first, then engine and chassis next. I do the interior. Then assemble everything taking my time. I have found investing in a tamiya rotating paint stand is good because it allows you work on the body and rotate it without touching it. Also invest in good polishing cloths, good polishes and a good polishing kit. The sanding pads work best. Also get a good pair of cotton gloves so you don't mar the finish. Start out building what your comfortable with and as you get more experience try new things like photoetch custom paints and engine detailing items. Use good quality foil for your trim. And don't be afraid to try new ideas. I always have a copy of the flyer for the show with the categories so i know what to build for what category. Last thing is i bought a set of plastic storage drawers from fred meyers so i can put each project in its own drawer so that parts and assemblies don't get damaged or lost while you are doing your project.

I agree with the last posting especially the last paragraph. I go to the contests to show my latest work, meet friends and make new ones. And get ideas for more projects. I have been competeing for over 20 years and i have seen people take it way too serious. All they see is the trophy and nothing else. I started out competeing and if it wasnt for friends and talkimg to judges i wouldnt have improved my skills. So have fun with it and enjoy the competetive spirit bit don't let it consume you. Also many ipms contests have judging sheets they use to evaluate entries. After the contest ask to see yours. The best contest i attended lately was in october, they had three judges at two stations. You stood there while they judged your car and if they had any questions or you did they were right there for answers.

You could write novels on that subject. Attention to detail, clean execution and assembly. And don't be afraid to ask if you need help. And most important have fun building and don't take the contests over seriously. Build for yourself and no one else. And if you need help any one of the talented builders on this forum can provide excellent help and information.

In 98 chevrolet s10s were painted a red called candy apple red and i think 2008 and up mustangs had a red that was called candy apple red. Hope this helps.

The paint is duplicolor inferno red metallic touch up spray paint. The part number is duplicolor bcc0412, chrysler paint code number. Pel, Wel. The tamiya can you see in the background was the ts13 clear which i stocked up on. The color was sprayed over a light gray primer. I chose it because it closely resembles chrysler sunburst orange. Hope that helps. Thanks for the nice comments.

Veeerrryyy nice.

Thanks for all the kind comments.

Still working on hood. Love resin hoods. Thanks for the comments.

Nice car. Like the color.

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Here are a few pictures of my 37 coupe. I built this back in 2002. It is painted cranberry wine pearl. With a white interior. The wheels and tires are from the revell 32 roadster highboy. I detIled the engine with detailmaster braiding and ign. Wires. I modified the tailights so from the side they are clear and dead on they are red with blue dots. The headlights also have m.v. bulbs to simulate the headlight bulbs and turn signal bulbs. This is one of my favorite builds. Sorry for the pictures this color is hard to photograph.

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Getting closer to being done. My project is finally up on its wheels. I still have to do the engine and finish the interior. I still have the mirrors and rear bumper to install. Here is a picture of the beginning and pictures so far.

Ah, i believe thats the venerable old 2.5 iron duke 4 cyl that gm used in their nova II'S and nova line. They are also a popular motor for marine applications.

Oh yes i forgot, thanks.

If you watch the the outakes the detective calls it autumn red.