1320wayne Posted June 3, 2020 Posted June 3, 2020 I'm pretty sure that I've posted the beginnings of this build way back when but it's been so long I figured that I would start over. I started this build over 7 years ago and like so many other projects it stalled out. Now, I've made a mid-year resolution to dedicate myself to completing some older, started builds. This is a 91 Dodge Daytona IROC build using a True Value promo (plastic) kitbashed with an AMT 90's era chassis/suspension and a whole bunch of scratchbuilding and added detail. I cleaned up the body and then made adjustments to the chassis to make it fit. I am hinging the hood and the rear hatch. When complete it will be a full detail build. After just getting back to it I have finished the prep on the body and it now has color. I am also getting started on some of the small detail areas like creating better gauges for the dash. More to come.
Gramps46 Posted June 4, 2020 Posted June 4, 2020 Looking real good. I remember chasing all over trying to find True Value stores that had these.
iBorg Posted June 4, 2020 Posted June 4, 2020 I had a Chrysler Laser XT (a name plate Daytona) at the same time these were running. One of my favorite cars. I really should do the same thing.
1320wayne Posted June 4, 2020 Author Posted June 4, 2020 Got started on the decals. Easiest decaling process I've done in a while.
1320wayne Posted June 9, 2020 Author Posted June 9, 2020 Decals are all complete. Started work on the suspension and fuel cell.
1320wayne Posted June 29, 2020 Author Posted June 29, 2020 Racing harness and fire extinguisher completed. Added leg extensions and padding to the seat.
6883michaelw Posted June 30, 2020 Posted June 30, 2020 Wow! Didn't know you could make those Daytonas look so good. Have a couple of these. Might have to tackle one some day myself. Great work. Can't wait to see it finished
Misha Posted July 2, 2020 Posted July 2, 2020 Truely impressive build Wayne! Your attention to detail and execution are top rate, the construction and paint are flawless. Cheers Misha
1320wayne Posted July 4, 2020 Author Posted July 4, 2020 Started on the engine. Detail Master air cleaner (not finished), pulleys and 3D printed valve covers.
Spottedlaurel Posted July 15, 2020 Posted July 15, 2020 Very impressive workmanship and detailing, good luck with the rest of it.
1320wayne Posted July 15, 2020 Author Posted July 15, 2020 Tires and wheels are done. Just need to add dullcote. [/img]
1320wayne Posted September 30, 2020 Author Posted September 30, 2020 Back to work on this. Rear glass is installed along with riveted decal framework. I also added the taillight blackout along with the window trim using black BMF.
1320wayne Posted October 6, 2020 Author Posted October 6, 2020 Engine is installed and the exhaust is done.
1320wayne Posted October 11, 2020 Author Posted October 11, 2020 (edited) More engine bay details. Radiator installed and added plumbing. And, the grill screen installed. I also discovered that I made a huge mistake that has to be fixed. With limited research when I started the build I never realized that these cars didn't use a fuel break. They filled the tanks by lifting the rear hatch. So now I have to see if I can create a plug for the side of the body where I created the fuel break without ruining the body. Edited October 11, 2020 by 1320wayne
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