afx Posted March 3, 2019 Author Posted March 3, 2019 Thanks Ray & Carl. Fabricated the seat cushions and better pedals. Modified a wheel knock off for the fuel tank cap. Added brackets for the accelerator and brake linkage.
W-409 Posted March 4, 2019 Posted March 4, 2019 I'm glad I saw this thread now, really nice fabrication with that Datsun Pickup. The Kart looks very good, too. I've never thought about these kits, but now after seeing your project, I just might have to buy one.
afx Posted March 4, 2019 Author Posted March 4, 2019 Glad you like it Niko. The Datsun mini pickups are cool. Do an internet search and you will find many build style options.
afx Posted March 5, 2019 Author Posted March 5, 2019 I'll add a racing number when I find correct size decals but otherwise the kart is finished. Fits nicely in the bed of the truck.
afx Posted March 7, 2019 Author Posted March 7, 2019 Thanks again Carl. Now back to the truck, detailed the wheels: And a mock-up of the rig:
Belugawrx Posted March 10, 2019 Posted March 10, 2019 That cart came out nice JC... are you thinking of dropping the truck a bit still..? Np if not, Love the stock look Cheers
afx Posted March 10, 2019 Author Posted March 10, 2019 11 hours ago, Sam I Am said: That is the color of my last 620. Then I must have chose the color well Sam. 9 hours ago, Belugawrx said: That cart came out nice JC... are you thinking of dropping the truck a bit still..? Np if not, Love the stock look Cheers To get it any lower Bruce I would have had to "Z" the frame or some other major frame surgery trick. I lowered the suspension both front and rear several scale inches. A low profile or stretched wall tire and a smaller diameter wheel would helped lower the truck but I didn't choose the go that route.
Rusty92 Posted March 11, 2019 Posted March 11, 2019 This is looking SO good. Really, it is impressive.
Intmd8r Posted March 11, 2019 Posted March 11, 2019 4 hours ago, slusher said: I like the dark yellow... Me too. Something about the color screams '70's Datsun to me... looks right at home on this truck.
afx Posted March 12, 2019 Author Posted March 12, 2019 Thanks guys' I'm happy with the color too. Engine bay:
porschercr Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 (edited) JC, The truck, and detail on the engine/bay looks great. Go Kart is a great as well. Edited March 13, 2019 by porschercr
afx Posted March 13, 2019 Author Posted March 13, 2019 (edited) Thanks Trevor. Have the hood painted and started work on the grille. Unfortunately the kit doesn't provide clear headlight lenses so I have to find replacements. Edited March 13, 2019 by afx
cobraman Posted March 13, 2019 Posted March 13, 2019 Grill looks good. Wasn't too fond of the color at first but it is growing on me. Too be fair I am partly color blind so perhaps i don't see it true.
afx Posted March 14, 2019 Author Posted March 14, 2019 (edited) Thanks Ray. The lights above my work bench have a yellow tint so you aren't quite seeing the true color. I'll get some photos in natural light when it is finished. Here is the Tamiya paint sample: Edited March 14, 2019 by afx
afx Posted March 16, 2019 Author Posted March 16, 2019 (edited) Calling this one done! I'll post more photos Under Glass. Edited March 16, 2019 by afx
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