bluestringer

Calling it done. Photos under glass. There were a few problems with this kit for me. The glass does not fit well. The front spindles are too small and fragile, I broke one trying to get the wheel on. The engine is a tight fit and I had to do some trimming on the mounts to get it in the bay. But it was a fun kit and turned out ok.

I have this kit, so I'll be watching closely how you approach it Bob. I'm sure you will get it done.

When I stopped building models about 25-30 years ago I was building only NASCAR models. I started the hobby back less than a year ago and so far I've only done muscle cars, drag cars, and hot rods. So thought it was time for a NASCAR. I picked up this generic Salvinos JR Dodge kit a few months ago and I'm ready to get started on it. Seems like a nice kit, are the chrome parts real metal? I have decals for the number 11 Buddy Baker 71 Dodge. It will be a few more days before I start the build but I did go ahead and get the body painted. Also after watching a video by Hpiguy showcasing the Salvinos JR number 9 Chase Elliot 2022 Chevy kit, I preordered the kit. It looks to be a really nice kit. All comments welcome, and thanks for looking.

Thanks Mike. That is Rustoleum Bright Coat. Thanks Bob.

Rolling chassis.

Thanks Chaz.

Thanks. Yes, I followed your procedure using the floor polish but only put on about 5 coats. I used a hair dryer to set it between coats. I like the way it turned out. I've got to work on getting a better color coat.

I like the background in your photos, is that something you built? Thinking of trying to make something like that.

I had a problem getting the engine into the chassis this morning. I had to remove the trans cross member I had already installed and trim the back side of the motor mounts to get the headers to clear enough to squeeze it in. Then replaced the cross member after I got it in.

Got some clear on it. Revive Floor polish airbrushed on.

Thanks Bob. Thanks Carl. Thanks. Yes, you are right. Thanks.

It's a beauty. Great stance. Nice job.

Oh yeah, that's a cool looking wagon. Nice job.

The wagon is coming along nicely Bob. I like the idea with the side mirrors. I have left those mirrors off some builds because I hated fooling with them. What size hole/wire did you use?

Got the body painted. It's not perfect but it's ok. I don't try to get that show car paint job, mine are just for the shelf anyway. No clear on it yet.

I've got a Salvino's generic 71 Dodge NASCAR kit. Also have decals for the number 11 Buddy Baker Dodge. I think he drove a white one and a red one. From the photos I can find the red one looks to have blue wheels and interior (Petty blue?) It's hard to tell about the interior from the photos I can find, anyone know for sure if the interior was blue?

I like green. I did my 55 in green, but this one is a little different. I trying for the candy look.

Thanks Bob. Here in Georgia if you ain't got no tread on your tires and get stopped by the GSP, you getting a ticket. ?

Looking good. The stance looks great. I just started a 66 Nova myself.

Lots of Nova's being built lately so I decided to get in on it. This is the AMT 66 Nova. The kit gives mixed signals as to where it is a pro street or pro stock. The kit only has slicks for the rear but I found these treaded meats in my parts box so I'm going to make it street legal. Color will be Createx transparent green over a base of Rustoleum bright coat. All comments welcome, thanks for looking.

Looks great. Love it.

Beautiful. Nice work.

Very nice.

Looks great. Nice job.

Cool story........watch the video at the end. https://infoditore.info/2021/06/15/she-has-driven-the-same-57-chevy-for-60-years-and-it-still-looks-brand-new/