1975 Datsun pickup

[Daxman]

I'm working on a Datsun race truck. I've fashioned a wide body kit out of some thick Styrene.

 

Here's my inspiration.

[afx]

This looks fun.

[espo]

I like your idea with the Fender Flares but it looks like you may have to go even wider. Your inspiration photo looks like it would also make an interesting build at some future date.

[afx]

A little more inspiration. 

[Daxman]

Trying out some ground effects for a lowered stance.

 

[Daxman]

[Daxman]

On 5/29/2018 at 8:37 AM, espo said:

I like your idea with the Fender Flares but it looks like you may have to go even wider. Your inspiration photo looks like it would also make an interesting build at some future date.

I went slightly wider with the flares and tried a different set of wheels. I like the stance! I have a general idea of what I want the final model to be. It's headed in the right direction.

I will probably search for a new set of wheels that match the truck a little better.

[Daxman]

Just got back from a San Diego vacation and went right to work on the Datsun. I had an old custom hood from a late 60's Buick Riviera kit. I did a little trimming and bending and it fits just right. Although I believe the new hood is going to interfere with the valve cover...

While on vacation, I found these amazing illustrations. Both artists below have some fantastic car designs. I hope to achieve a similar look with the Datsun.

 

[Snaker]

Wow! I really like how this body kit looks. Kinda making me want to make a body kit for mine.

[Daxman]

I added some color. Similar to the photo above. Tamaya TS 23 light blue. I plan to add a matte black graphics and ground effects.

 

[Darren B]

On 5/29/2018 at 1:00 AM, Daxman said:

I'm working on a Datsun race truck. I've fashioned a wide body kit out of some thick Styrene.

 

Here's my inspiration.

really love that concept van/truck this is coming out awesome.