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2 minutes ago, Rattlecan Dan said:
I'd put that under the heading of "Tremendous". So very realistic, with as much detailing attention as is needed. Great Job! Thanks for posting.
Thank you for the compliments!
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On 1/20/2023 at 6:52 PM, N. D. Copley Jr. said:
This car is awesome. I am ND Copley Jr. My Brother David and I would like to know if we could purchase one of these models. My email is copleyjr21@yahoo.com I am the son and namesake of this driver.
Hello ND Copley Jr. Thanks for reaching out! This is a one off build. Inspired by the build of a fellow modeler Tim Stevens who built this racer too. I don't plan on letting it go at this time, but will keep you and your brother in mind if I decide to. Thanks again.
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On 10/8/2022 at 9:39 AM, Pierre Rivard said:
She's a beauty Bob. Beautiful detailing as always with your builds. What also impresses is the beautiful finishes, just the right level of gloss on the body and the weathering of bumpers/grilles. Really really nice!
Hello and thank you Pierre! You understand my build approach to realism. These cars were never super glossy back in the day!
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Calling it complete!
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Would love to get a set of your custom decals! Any chance of that???
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She's a BEAUTY!!!!
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Hey Gerald-
Would love to purchase a couple when they are available!
Thanks!
Bob B
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Looking sweet!
Great attention to detail!!
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Hello and Happy Thursday Friends!
Hope all is well!!
Building a replica of the '72 Gran Torino Hardtop driven by ARCA (and occasionally NASCAR) driver N. D. Copley. Love this body style and the red, white & black paint scheme on this racer!!! Information and especially photos are rather difficult to find. Using a resin body that a fellow modeler allowed me to purchase (thanks!). Johan Torino kit and some custom detail touches here and there will complete the build.
Thanks for looking!
More progress pics will follow.
Bob B
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Awesome! Can't wait to see more progress pics! Keep them coming..........
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On 3/8/2022 at 8:17 AM, yellowsportwagon said:
It really probably had 4 rear shocks that’s my mistake! The biggest thing is the cylinder heads. These used a Ram Air V cylinder head which doesn’t have Siamesed center exhaust ports like all other Pontiac heads. I reshaped the ports on an AMT 90s Nascar Ford head to mimic the Pontiac heads.
Hey guys! Thanks for all the information on this cool Pontiac. So if I understand correctly ,the powerplant was a Pontiac RAM Air 5 without the typical Siamese center exhaust ports! I have this model on my to build list and recently picked up the decals from Mikes decals. Thanks again! Keep the info and pics coming!!!
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Really looking forward to seeing your progress Gerald!
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Anyone have engine bay, interior or chassis photos they can share?
Looking forward to replies.
Thanks!
Bob B
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Awesome build Tim!
I'm looking for a resin body to build this same car.
Any idea where I might be able to find one?
Thanks !
Bob B
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More obscure Torino's! Actually the same driver/car, just two different looks!
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Ted is a GREAT GUY! He cares! Had a similar experience. A++++++
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Thats a beauty!
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Ok. Thanks!
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Where can I get the dry sump pan and oil tank?
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Thanks so much!
Really appreciate that!
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I'm interested in 72 decals.
Can you send me a list please.
Thanks!
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Hello!
Awesome build!
Where can I get those #62 decals?
I'm building a tribute car too.
Any suggestions are thankfully welcome!
Thanks!
Bob
#62 Gran Torino Hardtop-Norman D. Copley
in WIP: NASCAR
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Many thanks!