The Grump!

[69H.O.Firebird]

Another rainy day build. I love that they are reissuing these. But they do not go together easy. Lots of cutting & grinding to get it to sit right. Built box stock. 

[TransAmMike]

Good looking drag car there Bruce. All kit parts??

[69H.O.Firebird]

Yes, only what was in the box

[shoopdog]

Very nice!

[Scott8950]

very nice...Jenkins is probably one of drag racings greatest drivers/builder and tuner....

[slusher]

Looks great!

[PappyD340]

Very nice!

[Nacho Z]

She looks great, Bruce! This is one a the few kits that I have more than one of.

[bogger44]

Even with the fitment issues you mentioned, you built it into a winner.  I was kind of on the fence about picking one up, but seeing yours might just convince me to take the plunge.

[Snake45]

Outstanding build, especially for box-stock! Well done and model on! 

[Deuces ll]

Fantabulous!!!..... ??

[Hmann68]

Really nice! Looks spot on from here!

[Brandon17]

Your build is amazing. I definitely need to get this kit after seeing your build.

 

 

[Nazz]

Great Vega Bruce. Nice decal work , I love it! Are the slicks lettered with decals?

 

Jerry

[Brutalform]

KILLER VEGA Bruce. Your attention to detail made your build very realistic. I especially like the the way you toned down the rims. I was skeptical on buying one of these kits, but after seeing your build I think I will. Any engine pics?

[Bainford]

Da' Grump would be pleased. Nice work.

[lordgodbob]

I'm so glad this kit is out...I'm waiting for my local shop to get their second shipment in, I missed the first. Can you tell us what type of cutting and grinding was necessary? I'm buying a couple no matter what, I'm just curious.

[69H.O.Firebird]

21 hours ago, lordgodbob said:

I'm so glad this kit is out...I'm waiting for my local shop to get their second shipment in, I missed the first. Can you tell us what type of cutting and grinding was necessary? I'm buying a couple no matter what, I'm just curious.

The topside of the chassis to the bottom of the interior tub, firewall, thinning of the hood to sit flush with the front fenders. 

[69H.O.Firebird]

They are pad printed from the factory.

[chris chabre]

I swear GM designed the Vega to look perfect as a Drag car! NICE WORK

[Olskoolrodder]

Beautiful build!   Any fit issues or unforseen problems building? 

[ChrisR]

Nice!!

[Zippi]

Great looking Pro Stocker.  Nice build.  I've seen this kit setting at the hobby shop.  ? 

[69H.O.Firebird]

On 12/19/2021 at 1:38 AM, Olskoolrodder said:

Beautiful build!   Any fit issues or unforseen problems building? 

Yes, Chassis to interior fit had to be ground in areas, hood fit, other minor fit issues. 

[Olskoolrodder]

On 12/21/2021 at 7:01 AM, 69H.O.Firebird said:

Yes, Chassis to interior fit had to be ground in areas, hood fit, other minor fit issues. 

Thank you