Dann Tier Posted October 10, 2020 Author Posted October 10, 2020 On 10/7/2020 at 7:16 AM, David G. said: It's nice to see this one back on the bench again. May your progress be swift and sure. David G. Thanks, Bud!...i'm hoping to keep at it for a bit!
Dann Tier Posted October 10, 2020 Author Posted October 10, 2020 On 10/7/2020 at 8:11 AM, Tommy124 said: Great work all over, Dann! I must remind myself to check on the WIP forum more often! Thank you, Bud!
Spex84 Posted October 12, 2020 Posted October 12, 2020 Say, with all the Invader fans here, I have a question--does anyone know the designation of the Firestone tires seen on the 1967 Oakland show version of the Invader? You might recognize the tires from the Eldon/Doyusha Invader kit, or from MPC kits, or re-badged as Goodyears (but with the same tread pattern) in AMT kits like the '57 Corvette Street Machine. I don't think I've ever seen a photo of another set of those 1:1 tires anywhere! I'd love to know what name to search for.
doggie427 Posted October 12, 2020 Posted October 12, 2020 (edited) 6 hours ago, Spex84 said: Say, with all the Invader fans here, I have a question--does anyone know the designation of the Firestone tires seen on the 1967 Oakland show version of the Invader? You might recognize the tires from the Eldon/Doyusha Invader kit, or from MPC kits, or re-badged as Goodyears (but with the same tread pattern) in AMT kits like the '57 Corvette Street Machine. I don't think I've ever seen a photo of another set of those 1:1 tires anywhere! I'd love to know what name to search for. I notice the Astra GT sitting behind the Invader might have the same tires.(Or maybe not upon closer examination). They have a ‘69-‘72 GT racing look. GoldLines? Edited October 12, 2020 by doggie427
Spex84 Posted October 14, 2020 Posted October 14, 2020 On 10/12/2020 at 6:01 AM, doggie427 said: They have a ‘69-‘72 GT racing look. GoldLines? Maybe if people know what they are...PM me! Thanks for the input :D I have a zillion pics of Firestone Indy tires, but those had a completely different tread pattern. Close but no cigar :/
Dann Tier Posted October 15, 2020 Author Posted October 15, 2020 On 10/13/2020 at 10:37 PM, Spex84 said: Maybe if people know what they are...PM me! Thanks for the input I have a zillion pics of Firestone Indy tires, but those had a completely different tread pattern. Close but no cigar ? Sorry, i dont know much about the original tyres on this one.
Dann Tier Posted October 27, 2020 Author Posted October 27, 2020 Here is my next step...the breaking system...master cylinder, break booster, and proportionating valves -next step; paint, and installation!
Mattilacken Posted October 27, 2020 Posted October 27, 2020 Very interesting solution on the drive line in this one! Your work looks verry good as always!
Spottedlaurel Posted October 27, 2020 Posted October 27, 2020 (edited) I imagine that braking system to be more thorough and effective than whatever it was originally fitted with........ Edited October 27, 2020 by Spottedlaurel
Modelbuilder Mark Posted October 27, 2020 Posted October 27, 2020 They do indeed look very similar to these Goldline racing tires on a GT40, except the letter is not filled as they are on the GT40. Someone posted back in 2018 that they were in an AMT release of the Warren Tope mustang.
Dann Tier Posted October 28, 2020 Author Posted October 28, 2020 On 10/26/2020 at 9:37 PM, porschercr said: Well done... Thanks, Bud!
Dann Tier Posted October 28, 2020 Author Posted October 28, 2020 On 10/27/2020 at 1:37 AM, Mattilacken said: Very interesting solution on the drive line in this one! Your work looks verry good as always! Much appreciated, Bud!
Dann Tier Posted October 28, 2020 Author Posted October 28, 2020 22 hours ago, Spottedlaurel said: I imagine that braking system to be more thorough and effective than whatever it was originally fitted with........ Thanks, Bud!, it sure will!...the original didnt have power breaks.
Modelbuilder Mark Posted November 20, 2020 Posted November 20, 2020 Dan, not sure if you are interested or not, but these tires are in the most recent reissue of the MPC Tigershark, and are the closest in kit form I am aware of for the Oakland Roadster show pic above.
Dann Tier Posted December 6, 2020 Author Posted December 6, 2020 On 11/20/2020 at 2:12 PM, Modelbuilder Mark said: Dan, not sure if you are interested or not, but these tires are in the most recent reissue of the MPC Tigershark, and are the closest in kit form I am aware of for the Oakland Roadster show pic above. Dont need them, but thanks for the heads up!!...i will have to get that kit so that i can use those tyres on something else though! -Thanks, Bud!!!
Dann Tier Posted December 11, 2020 Author Posted December 11, 2020 Finally an update here! all the braking bits are ready for detailing, and instillation!
Lunajammer Posted December 17, 2020 Posted December 17, 2020 Amazing and impressive project. A special thank you for helping me identify pieces in my parts box.
Dann Tier Posted December 19, 2020 Author Posted December 19, 2020 On 12/17/2020 at 4:30 PM, Lunajammer said: Amazing and impressive project. A special thank you for helping me identify pieces in my parts box. Thanks!...glad to help!
89AKurt Posted December 20, 2020 Posted December 20, 2020 Loving your attention to tiny parts. A few things needed to be duplicated, so it's taking twice as long. Distraction, sorry, but I didn't know about the Kellison Astra X300GT before, learned something today. Back to the regularly scheduled program......
Dann Tier Posted December 20, 2020 Author Posted December 20, 2020 15 hours ago, 89AKurt said: Loving your attention to tiny parts. A few things needed to be duplicated, so it's taking twice as long. Distraction, sorry, but I didn't know about the Kellison Astra X300GT before, learned something today. Back to the regularly scheduled program...... Okay...LOL
Dann Tier Posted December 22, 2020 Author Posted December 22, 2020 On 12/20/2020 at 7:32 PM, Scott8950 said: Impressive scratch building!! Thanks, Scott!
lordairgtar Posted December 10, 2022 Posted December 10, 2022 Reading this and I am working on the same kit. I think imma gonna just quietly place mine back in the box. 1
David G. Posted January 21, 2023 Posted January 21, 2023 After all the excellent work you put into this Dann, it'd be a shame to see it go unfinished. I hope everything is alright with you and your family. Be well, hope to see you back on the boards one day. David G.
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