R. Thorne

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).

Outstanding work and thanks for info, Claude.

Nice pic of the roadster top. Thank you for the additional information.

thanks for responding, Chris.

Thanks for your input, Roger. Appreciated and noted.

TarheelRick, did you get my PM’s?

Great tips and pictures, guys.

Once again, thank you, gentlemen. The knowledge imparted and help given on this site should be an inspiration for all who visit here. Rick, you have a PM.

Thanks again, gentlemen. I am going to mull over all the great suggestions and do some further scrounging.

Thank you, gentlemen. Your prompt, knowledgeable replies are much appreciated.

After some research, the top appears to be a “bop top” replacement top. So I will probably have to scratch build it. All the model kits have the oem style and don’t come forward on the rear sides like the “bop top”. Anybody here ever built one?

Currently gathering parts for a replica of the car in the picture. The top seems to be a stumbling block. Would like to find a kit with a close facsimile of this top. Would prefer 1/25 scale, but may have to be 1/24. No 1/32 or 1/8 scale.

Just a thought and then I’ll go away. Why not use a car cover on your pickup when you get ready to paint if you are concerned about it? Also, if finances allow it, use a dehumidifier in the garage. This would be good for painting and storing a car.

Build or buy a paint booth. I also live in Southern Indiana, one time I painted 4 models at one time because the weather conditions were ideal that day. But those conditions are rare. Most of the time it’s too humid or windy or cloudy or too cold. I ruined a number of paint jobs because of that. It is amazing how much the conditions affect the paint job. Even if you have no way to exhaust the vent, it will still capture most of the particulates. I doubt very much your painting skills are lacking. It is the conditions you are working in. It is almost impossible to be consistent when you are fighting variable weather conditions.

I thank you, Peter.

Thank you for taking the time to investigate and share that information.

Thanks so much. Sent you a reply.