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Hi guys,

This is my entry to the Aussie Custom Modellers latest Facebook Build-off Contest. The theme was '29-'39 Hot Rod but, as usual, I wanted to build something out of left field.

As a design concept I love SteamPunk and DieselPunk and this kind of look:

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And the work of DaxMan on this group:

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Whilst I am sure the organisers envisaged T-Buckets and Rat Rods, I had to do something different. I hope you like it.

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Apart from pinching some parts from my parts box, I also went to the local Two Dollar shop and bought some bits and pieces. I also just found some stuff around the house. For example, the round black pieces where the back wheels would be are tops from deodorant cans, and when I pulled them apart I found that the spray nozzle assembly was perfect for the lander feet, no modifications required to either part!

I thought about weathering it but it wasn't meant to be a Rat Rod but more of a Show Rod. That said, I might still dirty up the engines a bit.

I also meant to build the basics of a Drive In theater that I want for a future project but I didn't get far before the deadline:

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Work in Progress pics are here Link

I hope you like it!

 

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While I personally wouldn't build in this style I can't help but admire the creativeness in these builds. Very interesting to look at how everything comes together in a very believable way.

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