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Finally able to get some assembly done. Just a few more things on the body and then I can finish the interior...

Nice

You've done a nice job on an not so nice kit. Looks like you cleaned things up well and added some nice details. Fat tires and shiny paint!

And let the jousting begin... I enjoy any good builds, I don't limit myself to specific styles or types. I don't just comment on my own builds or a select few members. I like to see what everyone is doing. Sharing techniques and experiences. Your both talented builders that have inspired the hobbiest. And while the subject may be a turd, the model is amazing.

Outstanding and I like your tip on the vinyl!

Thanks everyone, I have been playing with different side window openings. I'll have pics latter.

Cool build...

Those tubes look pretty good. Are you gonna close the gaps up in the trunk are? Nice job on the hood too...

Thanks for the interest and I will be trying a few different window opening and side trim but for now. Like so many of us I do have a tough time focusing and I'm easily distracted by new ideas. And despite myself I will press on to finish my current builds. I have found if I put things like this away, I have better success in doing so... But I could not resist doing this this morning! It may transition from PT into a custom or combo of things, but I think it will be pretty cool either way...

I'm not much for rules so it will be "kind of" like a pro tour car, and yes they were all three used as drag cars.. None where road raced and they were all 1963 Nova's. From what I read.

My son Dylan is at the age of driving and the auto bug has bitten him. He has been building some model cars lately and also is found of the Chevy Nova's 1:1 cars.Pretty interesting story I found about the Nova and the history of this odd car. I knew of such a drag race version but what got me going this morning was the "Road Race" cars they were meant to be. After some internet searches I thought it would be cool to do kind of a Pro Touring version just for fun. It isn't really a WIP yet and I still need to do alot of tweaking but I did manage to accomplish some major surgery this morning. Using a Revell 69 Mustang and an AMT 66 Nova' won as a door prize, I started measuring, marking and cutting. Below is the result, SO FAR! The 1963 Fastback NovasIn 1963, Chevrolet created three fastback Novas for road race competition. The Novas were all convertibles pulled from the regular production line. They were then shipped to the Corvette plant for the addition of fiberglass parts. The doors, inner panels, front fenders, hood and both front and rear bumpers were all 'glass. The new roof and fastback was also made of fiberglass and bonded to the metal. The fastback covered what would have been the trunk lid and blocked all access to the trunk area from the outside.After a 1963 Corvette independent rear suspension was also added, the cars were shipped to Bill Thomas in California. Chevrolet also shipped the "Mystery Motors", that later ended up with Smokey Yunick, to Bill to be installed in the Novas. Bills job was to install the engines and setup the suspension for road racing. Before the Novas could be completed, GM put a ban on all factory racing. http://www.novaresource.org/history.htm I lack major componets to build the car as I see it and I have two other build I'd like to complete first but ! will continue working on the body for now...

Fine details and fabrication, on a fantastic build.

Yes, and my Canary daily driver!

That is Fred Sudlow 's model with his resin parts added. FRW was the company but I don't think he is selling any more. It's a shame to he had the best stuff! This kit got me back into the hobby about 18 yr ago. I even ordered some wheels and tires from him to build a short track car. Made a few friends on his site too. Your doing a good job with it, keep going...

Coming along nicely, excited to see it!

Thanks so much everyone!

This has been on my bucket list for a few years, now I can scratch it off. Pretty basic build with some custom suspension arrangement, classic tire/wheel combo and a little Ford power. Built mostly from my parts box. Krylon black and Alclad paint with some Slixx decals for fun...

Been a little while since I posted an update for the Street Roadster Pick Up, but here you go. Some close ups of the chassis...

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Looks like your on your way with the skills!

Absolutely gorgeous, perfect stance, shiny paint, great interior and just the right amount of detail. WELL DONE...

Thanks everyone!

Finally some assembly. Pearl Green and Alclad Chrome. It'll be kinda tricky fitting those headers but some careful planning will do the job.

I'm not a big fan of tuner type cars, but I really like this kind of fabrication. Nice work.

Splendid modeling here...