Mahogany Rush Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 My '68 Charger that I just finished. Nice kit, although I had a heck of a time with the front bumper/valance fitting. Had to use super glue on the 3 pieces to get it to stay. Not perfect fit, but I moved on...LOL. I went with the Plymouth Plum Crazy paint and I really liked the way it came out. 3 light coats over the dark gray primer, then 3 light coats of Testor's One Coat clear. I went with the street version mostly, but stuffed the 426 Hemi in there and added some nice Mickey Thompson meats in the rear. Used the Mopar rims and some purple accents on the interior with Purple Embossing powder for the carpet. All in all, I think it came out pretty good. Hope you like it. Once again, much thanks to this board and it's members for the tips, tricks and projects posted. I read through this board a lot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee66 Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Looks good! That paint looks great, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoopdog Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Great looking Charger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jmaracing Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Sharp looking charger Max. Ware are the rear tires from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mahogany Rush Posted June 21, 2017 Author Share Posted June 21, 2017 (edited) Sharp looking charger Max. Ware are the rear tires from?Scale Models PlusThis is what he called them as I don't see them at his store. Set of 2 Mickey Thompson Racing Tires, 2 Front tires, 4 Chrome 2 Piece Wheel 045 Edited June 21, 2017 by Mahogany Rush Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mahogany Rush Posted June 21, 2017 Author Share Posted June 21, 2017 Here is another exact set from someone else. Cheapest found.1/24 1/25 scale model car Mickey Thompson sportsman tires Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charger74 Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Very cool looking charger ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Like the color and the wheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hmann68 Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Can't beat a Charger on Cragars! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Nice work Max!!I've got that kit as well and planned that same color. I may have to change my plans though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CometMan Posted June 21, 2017 Share Posted June 21, 2017 Gotta love that Plum Crazy, even better, it's not another Charger from that era turned into a General Lee!! Nicely done, Max! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted June 22, 2017 Share Posted June 22, 2017 I definitely love it! -well done! -Love those rear tyres too! -Wouldn't be able to drive it in Michigan though, all the potholes would cause your rear tyres to crumple your rear quarters, LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PARTSMARTY Posted June 22, 2017 Share Posted June 22, 2017 I love it and I love my mopars !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donb Posted June 22, 2017 Share Posted June 22, 2017 Reminds me of the late 60's early 70's. Muscle cars with big meats on the back. Very cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoom Posted June 22, 2017 Share Posted June 22, 2017 Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamsuperdan Posted June 22, 2017 Share Posted June 22, 2017 Looks great! I have this one on the bench right now. Haven't started body work yet, but will watch for the front valence issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mahogany Rush Posted June 23, 2017 Author Share Posted June 23, 2017 Looks great! I have this one on the bench right now. Haven't started body work yet, but will watch for the front valence issue. The valance is impossible to dry fit which created my issue. The crossmember valance (I call it) gets glued in first. Make sure it is far enough back because when you put on the body valance/bumper combo it can hit and make it come unglued. If I did it all over again, I would super glue the crossmember valance, let it really set. Then glue the body valance/bumper with regular clear glue (Tamiya Cement) and let it dry for a day or so. When you place it in it has to fit under the fender headlight cutouts and miss the crossmember valance at the same time as well as having regular glue on it. By using regular glue on the bumper part, it will be a little flexible. Too much pressure and it will come apart (like mine did 4 times!). Patience grasshopper, patience. Good luck, I am sure you will get it done right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYLIBUD Posted June 24, 2017 Share Posted June 24, 2017 Juicy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darthsideous Posted July 4, 2017 Share Posted July 4, 2017 Very nice build. The color looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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