adamelvis
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Thank you David. Happy Modeling, Adam
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Thank you Brad. I've been building models for 30 years, however, I had a break for about 18 years recently. When I got back into the hobby I did alot of Google searches on the car that I was building, which helped with the detail work. Also, being a member on here and other web forums, gave me the chance to pick up tips & ideas. I get lots of inspiration from other members and their builds as well. Just remember, have patience and don't rush your builds. As long as you are happy with your model and it was fun to build, that's all that counts. TCB, Adam
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I like this build ! TCB, Adam
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Thanks Dann.
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Thank you Dann.
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Sorry, This build was finished last year. I will post a new thread in “Under Glass”. Thank you all for the positive comments. TCB, Adam
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So, at 47 yrs old, I believe I am suffering from “presbyopia”. That is why I haven’t been working on this build much. There is a model contest coming up in March that I want to enter with this build, but it will be a challenge to meet the deadline. That being said, the easiest fix will be for me to get a prescription for reading glasses and put my nose to the grindstone and finish this Eleanor.! Below is a photo of me finally getting the positioning correct for the shocks and fasteners. The whole rear end suspension has been a challenge for me, as I am venturing into a new skill set and trying to overcome my self doubts. With Patience and Practice I was able to prevail. Time to get it in gear !! TCB, Adam
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'70 Chevelle SS - Happy Birthday Brother !!
adamelvis replied to adamelvis's topic in WIP: Model Cars
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Dann, those are some fat meats you gonna put on there .... I can smell the burnout already !! TCB
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Just waiting on the chassis tabs that I ordered from [futurattraction.com] .... Maybe I’ll work on the engine & custom headers (made from solder wire and aluminum pipe). TCB, Adam
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I always like to finish off my interiors with roof liners made with real fabric. This is such a quick and easy thing to do and I am surprised at how many fantastic builds are missing this simple detail. I use Post-It notes as my template, cut out the fabric and then install with a light coat of glue on the back. Also, you can even scratch build your own sun visors and interior dome light too.
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Dann the Man.... Amazing scratch building work ! TCB, Adam
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Great engine work !
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Here is the Rocker Assembly. You will have to scratch build this or create your own assembly. Still need to finish the coil-over shock installation. The rear clip fits nice and snug, as I added mounting brackets to attach to the frame. This should look nice once painted blue
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Modifying the rear axle to accommodate the pushrods. I will be using the following Evergreen products to scratch build the rear clip weld assembly. The push rods are brass tubing from K&S Precision Metals.
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Beautiful photos. Thanks ! Adam
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Hood pins are from Detail Master.
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Yes, you are correct sir. I took too much off the carbs, to make sure the hood fit nice & flat. Not seeing the "Hemi Cuda" badge nice & clearly is bothering me. I'm a perfectionist, so I must fix it... LOL ! Cheers, Adam
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Thanks Joe !
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Correction, his name is Greg Wann and his Eleanor mold is spot on. Even comes with a few extras like, wheels, fuel cap, etc. PM him for details & availability. I have a few of his kits for future projects ! Adam
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This is a nice, clean build so far. Looking forward to the finished process .. TCB, Adam
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Hi Greg, You're a local guy. Send me a PM if you are going to the Automotive Model Builders March 2020 NNL Show in Burnaby. Cheers, Adam
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This is a dream build of mine. I was lucky to have been able to pick up a Scale Productions “Eleanor” transkit a few years ago. I will be scratch building the Total Control front & rear suspension, that was used in the “hero car”.
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dashboard is AWESOME ! TCB, Adam
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Thanks David. I'll definately do that. TCB, Adam
