Nick Winter

Yes I broke the #1 rule of weathering :if you think you can add just a bit more stop. Actually that was real spray can undercoat, and it does have some texture to it. Nick

Very minimal update for now, finished my JDM Datsun, so I can come back to tinkering on this rig, Finished the lightbar, let me know what you think. Nick

Kit: AMT/Matchbox Aftermarket parts: None Built for: JDM Build Modifications: Added a set of factory style Slotted wheels and Polyglas Tires, Slightly weathered underside and engine bay. Deepened exhuast holes. Problems Faced while Building: Nose is hard to align when vehicle is built, I was missing my Intake. Comments: It was a fairly fun build, of a sum-what overlooked Vehicle, and certainly a Vehicle Subject I don't normally build. I decided to build it like most '80's cars in Ontario that have been Undercoated for 13 Years ('94 Ontario Plates). Nick Edit: Yes, that is a Rust Check sticker on the back window.

Dang Bradley, beat me to it. Very interesting looking Dart build so far.

No Problem, I've probably bought Dennis a pool, a new car and a new roof for his house by now But yes he's my favourite for his prices and selection. Nick

Got this stuff from a fellow member, Phil Harkins, who's a great trader. from left to right, small block chevy, 427 big block chevy, pewter 454 valve covers, Revell 283 small block chevy parts pack. Nick

My personal favourite Model Express

Not Sure If I ever stated a end date, but how's March 31st at 12:00AM Eastern time? Nick

me Since '05 (6 years), my father since '58 (on and off for 53 years), and my grandfather since '50 or so (61 years or so) my grandfather has since quit because he's getting to shakey, my dad has a balance disease so working on a model is out of the queestion, but both frequently help me, wonder why my 3 siblings never took up modelling? Nick

Looks very good Marty, I'm still very much enjoying watching you build this, Maybe I should do one stock............nahh to much work, I'd rather chop and Channel the next. Nick

I was wondering that Dave, now it's answered, it will fit, thanks. for now the kit has been un-taped and everything put back in it's box and placed with the rest of my unbuilts. I'm gonna work on getting better paint finishes before I worry about fixing that kits flaws and adding detail to it or my 454SS which I plan to detail up in a smiliar fashion. my appology guys, it just seemed as though you were saying that I basically was clueless which can be insulting. So sorry guys, I took it the wrong the way. Nick

So I should definatley sand the carbs to lower the aircleaner

Dave, The Photoetch is going on this car, the Hemi Cuda is one of my favourite cars and when I build it, I'm going to build it right. As for my skill level, I'm not going to be building this kit for atleast 6 months, maybe more, I already have enough to finish. Mark, Thank you. Yes I did same ride height, interior dosen't lower or raise it.

Maybe these pictures will help, First pictures is off the ride height, compared to a picture of the 1:1 Second is the front Valance compared to the 1:1

No Problem.

I got the message, It's been a long day, that keeps getting longer for me. Nick

Donnie, My PE set has everything but the posts OHHHH the actual needle I thought you meant Pin, duhhh on my part. now I feel Stupid. Nick

Thank You Micheal, I meant to ask if there were any other issues I should know about, but didn't think of typing it. When you say a sewing needle with an eye are your reffering to the kind with the little flat/half-round head? Nick

I agree with Casey, and also it is a '75. Nick

Ok I finally got the PE and the car, but before I start I have a few questions about the car and the PE. 1.) If the script/grille moulding is molded to the car, but I have a PE version of it do I need to sand off the plastic one? 2.) Are there any tricks to getting the front valence correct? 3.) It has the exuast molded to the floor pan/frame, how do I detail this? BMF? 4.) The PE set came with hood pin cotter pins and the face plates but not the little post for the pin to slip into, how do I make one or? 5.) The Real Cuda has hood pin chains/strings, how can I make these? and how would I attach these to the PE? 6.) Can PE be painted with regular hobby paints? 7.) How do you polish PE? And with what? 8.) The ride height is very screwy (way too low) upon mockup, how is this fixed? I appreciate the help guys, I'm new to this PE stuff and I'm not a big Revell builder. Nick

Can I be the longlost cousin to that family My Favourites '70 Buick GS Stage 1 '68-'72 Pontiac Acadian (Canadian Pontiac version of the Nova) '67-'69 Pontiac Beaumont (Canadian Pontiac Version of the Chevelle) '74-'75 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 455 Big Block car '76 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 '69 Ford Mustang Boss 302 (My dad had a Grabber blue one in the mid 70's with a Hurst T handle and slotted mags) '70 Mustang Boss 429 (with of course the "Half Hemi" as it's refered to by Mustang guys, considering the engine had Hemispherical heads) '71 Hemi Cuda (only 14 built) '71 Chevrolet Rallye Nova '68 Plymouth Belvedere (with a 383 and 4spd of course) '69 Ford Torino Talledega '69-'71 Judge (yeah I loved all 3 years) '68 GTO 400 coupe '69-'70 Dodge Daytona '70 Plymouth Superbird '68 Dodge Charger R/T (440- 4spd) '68 Mustang GT 390 And finally yes this is a muscle car, infact one of the first '62 Dodge Polara 2 door post (available with your choice of 413 Max Wedge or 426 Max Wedge backed by a 3 spd manual) Nick

Looks good Mike, whitewalls are a neat Idea. Nick

I built one for my cousin as a Ranchero and can honestly say it's an Excellent kit, hence the reason why I bought the set it has 2 cars I wanted and an extra GTO. Nick

Yes it is Dave, But the Shop I'm doing Co Op in (Dougs Auto) also has a '98 Chevy, but there's is the trusty parts chaser. Our Local GM dealer and General Motors Canada have donated 3 2 post lifts and a few cars to us, After all they have Canadian Headquarters in the neighboring town of Oshawa. Also our vehicles still have VINS and Titles for some reason. Nick