R. Thorne

Mr. Caudell’s model has some interesting features: injector ball plugs; head rest; weathered parachute; nice formed tonneau (seat) cover, etc. But, the most interesting thing, to me, is whitewall tires on the inside on the driver’s side, and, on the outside, on the passenger side. Either that, or, whitewalls inside and out?

Here’s my guess:

Thanks so much for replying. In this pic the hose appears to go to the fuel block, so, let’s call it a fuel pressure gauge. One of the dash gauges is probably a tach, ok? Seriously, great work, and thanks for sharing.

Once again, your outstanding builds raise questions. I like the fuel pressure gauge on the cowl, but why the (appear to be) partially cut off windshield posts? Wouldn’t they have normally been just taken off completely? Don’t the rules require a hood (though the sides can be removed) ? Does the car have a tach? The card on the right says AA/SR. Does this apply to the other gentleman’s car as this would be a supercharged car? Do you have any more pictures of the other car? The headers appear to be fender well type. Did you scratch build or are they off a Super Stock type car? I very much appreciate your posts on this forum.

I use a cordless variable speed drill with a large coarse grit drum sander or a right size pill bottle with sandpaper wrapped around with a back and forth twisting motion. This is, of course, after tracing the slicks or tire I am going to use on the fender with a sharpie marker.

I like the dspaie pin vise set that uses the circuit board style bits with large shanks.

So much knowledge and model building craftsmanship. Thank you for sharing.

Consider this acrylic version.

My 1966 Chevelle super stocker and replica I made 5 years ago.

Nice replica, complete with flames. Maybe tone down those “chrome” super tricks to make them look like aluminum.

I use the Donn Yost method. Hold windshield in place tightly, apply Bondene with those small fuzzy things (can’t think of the name), hold for a few seconds, and done. Ok, smartalecs, micro applicator brushes.

I use the Donn Yost method. Hold windshield in place tightly, apply Bondene with those small fuzzy things (can’t think of the name), hold for a few seconds, and done.

And, the 87089 Tamiya airbrush cleaner is (almost) exactly the same formulation as the cement. Hence, a cheaper way to buy the cement.

Thanks for responding, John.

Nice Ferd Napfel rendition. Seems like I remember him and Gene Moody’s d/g 55 went to England in the Sixties and match raced each other.

Really nice job (complete with period correct Class and Eliminator Finalists stickers). In the 1:1 pics the muffler has been replaced or removed?

Thank you, gentlemen. Your replies are very much appreciated.

Thank you. I just found some in the Moebius Golden Commandos kit.

As the title implies, which kits might have this type of wheel in them? Most of the wheels that came on the cars of the Sixties, Seventies, and others had cooling slots in them, yet I have not seen the holes or indentations on any of the model kits I have looked at. It seems strange that the model companies would have overlooked this fact. If all else fails, I will slot the wheels myself.

Well, I ordered the resin long nose Dart body. Perhaps I should further explain my question about a “donor body”. I mainly wanted a kit that would have some of the essentials (Halibrand wheels, tires, engine and trans though this car is unblownmis. Parts, etc.). I was not looking for a bolt in frame. I am going to order one of the reasonably priced Polar Lights kits to satisfy that requirement, as I have no funny car kits or parts to use. Looks as if any kit would do for me, although any suggestions (and criticisms) are always welcomed. Thanks again.

Thank you, Jesse and Tim. I guess this neophyte funny car builder just couldn’t accept that no donor kits would be available for this famous, trend setting car. Once again, this forum is invaluable. Again, my humble thanks, gentlemen.

No one else has any suggestions? Mr. Boyd?

I am planning on building this car. Which donor kit do you recommend?

Clean, accurate, build with lots of attention to detail and copious research done to ensure realism. Bravo!

Very clean, meticulous, accurate rendition. Yes, the carbs appear oversized. Why would that be as the carbs I have gotten from him (Quadrajets mostly) have been dead on scale . Difficult for me to tell with the air cleaners on, but those are Holleys and not AFB’s ? Anyway, the quality of your work is a goal I have set for myself (not there yet).