Daxman Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 I was browsing the "other" section and found this amazing build. Very original. Great idea! It inspired me on my current build.... the jet powered rat rod. The kit is a AMT 1937 Chevy coupe. http:// http:// http:// http:// I wanted the large jet in the rear to be visible, so I hinged the back half of the car. Here's the stance of the car when at rest. http:// Here's the stance when the car is accelerating. The rear turbine faces downward, lifting the rear of the car. http:// A10 Warthog turbines before I added a few touches. http:// http:// http:// Let me know what you think. Still lots left to do.
Ridge Rider Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 That is pretty cool, I like what you've done so far. Tiking/Charles does have some neat models. Keep at it.
bobthehobbyguy Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 Great concept and start. Definitely will be following.
Dogfish_7 Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 I think it's a Fantastic idea and I'll watch also.
GTJUNIOR Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 Interesting. I'll be checking in on this one for sure.
GoatGuy Posted March 31, 2016 Posted March 31, 2016 I agree, a great concept. I like where it's going....
Daxman Posted April 1, 2016 Author Posted April 1, 2016 Great concept and start. Definitely will be following. I hope you're in for the long haul, because I'm not a quick builder! I've been averaging about three models a year. Although, I would like to get this one completed in time for the Kansas City show coming up in June. I'm still not %100 sure if I'm going futuristic rat rod yet...I think it screams rat rod, but I've been looking at "dieselpunk" and that style is so very cool to me. I built a quick headlight assembly tonight and I like the way it looks. http:// http:// I fused the two halves of the hood together and added a little detail in the center. That silver cap that looks like an air cleaner, is the filler cap for the jet fuel. http:// http:// Thanks for looking.
Daxman Posted April 2, 2016 Author Posted April 2, 2016 I gave it a coat of rust this morning. It really shows off better in the pictures now with some color. I'm really excited about this model. Here's the rear firewall with hook ups for hoses and wires. http:// This is the two halves of the rear jet. http:// Not sure how I will display this when it's finished. If I opt to show it off as parked, I'll need some sort of landing gear. Wouldn't want to scratch the paint coming to a stop, right? I was thinking about skid plates or blades like Ice skates. They would be mounted to the front bumpers since they hang low on the car. http:// Rear jet fully extended. http:// Cruise stance. http:// http:// http:// http:// I'll keep posting as I make progress.
cobraman Posted April 2, 2016 Posted April 2, 2016 I think it would look good suspended by some clear rod over a decorated base. ?????
misterNNL Posted April 2, 2016 Posted April 2, 2016 This is going to be a great example of the diesel punk style.The images I see as illustrations are in a hover position.Very nice with great imagination and execution.Thanks for sharing!
crazyrichard Posted April 3, 2016 Posted April 3, 2016 awsome !! love it and yes some sort of ski's or landing gear would be awsome like it can sit on the ground ... nom nom nom love this
Shardik Posted April 3, 2016 Posted April 3, 2016 Words cannot express how utterly cool I think this is.
Daxman Posted April 10, 2016 Author Posted April 10, 2016 I just finished putting some color on the Jet Rod tonight. Here's a few pictures of the mock up. I'm happy with the colors. I spent a week going back and fourth between red and dark blue. Somehow I ended up picking green.....go figure. This was my second time using the hairspray technique for weathering. Very happy with the results so far. http:// http:// http:// http:// http://
mrm Posted April 10, 2016 Posted April 10, 2016 Super cool. Do you plan to attend the Heartland Nationals this year and if so, are you going to bring this? I would love to see it in person.
Daxman Posted April 10, 2016 Author Posted April 10, 2016 Super cool. Do you plan to attend the Heartland Nationals this year and if so, are you going to bring this? I would love to see it in person. Yes Michael, I plan on being there with this model. It'll give me incentive to finish.
mrm Posted April 10, 2016 Posted April 10, 2016 I'm still not 100% sure I'll be able to make it, but I'm looking forward meeting you and checking out the model in person. It is absolutely stunning.
Poppa mitch Posted April 13, 2016 Posted April 13, 2016 Great job, love the colors, please explain the hair spray technique, looking forward to seeing this in KC.
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