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Gotta make one of these: Not the same as the distributor drive in the Johan Sox & Martin, but you could use that.

The engine is going to be a focal point so I want it to be as correct as possible. A Hot Rod magazine article was very helpful. This engine is actually complete but I want to show the progress pics. Notice the aluminum rod that is used to line up the engine, bellhousing, and motor plate as none of these pieces are from a common kit. Many parts for this car are from the "stash" Motor plate was cut from ".030 sheet plastic. Race cars almost always require a scattershield of safety bell housing. Many builders omit these. This one is a resin piece that I bought at a show.

You had a very high quality year! I think that truck is awesome!

The rear panel fits perfectly. I also cut out the license plate pad so that I could recess that area as it would appear on a 1:1 'cuda.

Ahhhh! Follow along and I'll show you how fix those ugly headlights. I have a method!

This has always been my favorite Pro Stocker! I would like to take you through my build. Here is what I am starting with! An MPC Pro Stock 'cuda that needs a lot of work. I start by removing the '72 MPC nose and tail light panel and transfer them to an unknown body. Thought it was a Johan but probably not.

One might think that I would get used to seeing the incredible work that Tory produces. Nope, every new project just bowls me over! You are my idol! WF

Yep, outside pics might be better. I've also found that if I use the "square" setting on my i phone rather than the "photo" setting the reds are more pronounced. Thanks!

You won't be disappointed!

Those are all exceptional! Too bad that Tamiya doesn't make U.S. cars!

If I compare the photos in the post directly with the ones in my Fotki album, there is a slight difference (more pixelation on the website) but not enough to bother me. it's possible that because I chose a large size format that they are compressed by the web site. The large format photos have revealed some flaws that now tick me off! I may just have to re-paint this thing!!

Very sharp! You're right. This kit does need some t.l.c. but your build turned out great. Did you make the headers from scratch? WF

This is a great kit! Might just be the best engineered 1/25 scale kit that I have ever built ( I started building in 1959!) My only nit picks would be : the door handles ( have to damage the chrome when removing them from the tree. the window glass fit is very precise and extreme care is required when installing them. I began my build with an internet search for inspiration and detailing tips. I found some great stuff but loved the red and white version. I copied the two tone interior but kept it simple Engine is pretty decent although exhaust manifolds are incorrect for '65. You could always add more detail like heater hoses and battery cables, etc.. The paint is Tamiya Bright Red (TS 49) over white primer. It is really red in real life. Camera makes it kind of orange.

All are fantastic builds but I'd love to see more of that salt car. Was it posted here? WF

Very whimsical and extremely cool! I was following in the "On the bench section" How did you finally make those decals?

I just made an offer!

I "built" one of those for a club contest about a year ago. Terrible kit. I finished it but could not stand to look at it! I gave it to a young kid. He loves it!

Nothing beats a red and black color combo, Superb engine compartment! WF

I love to see well built models like this. You should be proud of this one! WF

Thank you all for the nice comments on the 'cuda! I'm glad that you liked it. WF

I'm sure that you could make it fit easily and if it comes with a Torqueflite it would certainly be worth consideration if you want an automatic. I used the kit supplied Hemi block and 4 speed because I was certain that the mounts would all line up. I considered doing this one as a 440 6bbl with the shaker but could not find the carbs and manifold, I'm happy with the 383.

Thanks! It's liquid rust. Just brush it on. Used it on the master cylinder and exhaust manifolds too. WF

Red spark plug wire held in place with Future and sprayed with Dull Coat. Hope it stays in place! WF

Really well done! Nice photos too! It looks like the decals fit very well over the engraving . I sanded the lettering off on mine and just used the decals. Looks like I didn't have to! WF

If you purchased a Revell '70 'cuda kit you know that it can only be built as a Hemi car, but if you have a decent stash of Mopar parts you can change it up a bit. A 383 car would have an 8.75" differential. I used one from an AMT '71 Charger. It only needed a bit of narrowing. The exhaust pipes were easily modified by splicing in the head pipes from the parts box. I used the Hemi block but mounted the wedge heads, intake, and exhaust manifolds from the parts box. Although the kit's Rallye wheels would have been correct for 1970, wanted to use the 14" Magnum 500 style wheels. The " B5" blue paint is actually a G.M. color Nassau Blue Metallic but it looks close to me!