71 Cuda Restomod

[MeatMan]

I put a new Hemi in it and did a lot of the typical restomod changes.

I know some of you don't like the low profile tires so please lets not rehash that. With that said they came from a DC.

 

[Intmd8r]

I like the subtle changes to the hood - nice touch

[Painted Black]

Those colors look good on it.

[Just Jim]

I think it looks great! Where did you get the wheels and tires? I know it says "they came from a DC" apologies though, I don't know what that means. Can I buy them aftermarket or are they included with a specific kit?

[happy grumpy]

Looking great on those wheels. Color combo works great too. I have a soft spot for mopars of the 60's and early 70's. 

[majel]

Sharp looking model, good job!

[Zippi]

Super clean looking ride.  Love the two tone colors.  I for one like the low profile Wheels & tires.  I'm putting them on my 61 Impala and I have them on my 49 Chevy pickup 1:1.

 

[Koellefornia Kid]

Nice looking ´Cuda! colours and wheels are spot on!

[MeatMan]

On 11/3/2021 at 11:09 AM, Intmd8r said:

I like the subtle changes to the hood - nice touch

Thanks Steve. That's a resin hood from Lex on eBay. It was a little warped and wouldn't sit fully straight so I added four rare earth magnets to each corner and to the body so it sits a bit better.

You can see the rear ones on the engine pic.

[MeatMan]

On 11/3/2021 at 11:11 AM, Painted Black said:

Those colors look good on it.

Thanks, I had a pic of a 70 model with similar colors and I had to copy it.

[MeatMan]

On 11/3/2021 at 12:25 PM, Just Jim said:

I think it looks great! Where did you get the wheels and tires? I know it says "they came from a DC" apologies though, I don't know what that means. Can I buy them aftermarket or are they included with a specific kit?

Thanks Jim, sorry for assuming everyone referred to diecast metal cars as DC. It was a 67 Mustang at Hobby Lobby that I copped at the 40% discount (as shown in the pic).

You actually get two sets, one with a black center, and one set chrome, but be advised that they are very wide. In fact I cut the front rim down and replaced the tire with a set I printed.

To fit them under the rear I had to cut out the rear seat, and modify another chassis to fit them under it.

[MeatMan]

19 hours ago, Zippi said:

Super clean looking ride.  Love the two tone colors.  I for one like the low profile Wheels & tires.  I'm putting them on my 61 Impala and I have them on my 49 Chevy pickup 1:1.

 

Thanks Bob, I like them too. Its just another flavor for the kitchen I say.

[Zippi]

32 minutes ago, MeatMan said:

Thanks Bob, I like them too. Its just another flavor for the kitchen I say.

Yup.  There are so many different flavors out there to choose from.  There's more than one way to skin a cat.  

[Intmd8r]

1 hour ago, MeatMan said:

Thanks Steve. That's a resin hood from Lex on eBay. It was a little warped and wouldn't sit fully straight so I added four rare earth magnets to each corner and to the body so it sits a bit better.

You can see the rear ones on the engine pic.

I know what you mean - I bought 3 or 4 hoods from Lex.  Have yet to find one that fits without significant rework.

[PappyD340]

SWEET!

[MeatMan]

15 hours ago, PappyD340 said:

SWEET!

Thanks Larry.

[Mattilacken]

Beautiful build! 

[MeatMan]

2 hours ago, Mattilacken said:

Beautiful build! 

Thank you Anton.

[slusher]

Nice Cuda..

[doorsovdoon]

The colour combo and wheels definitely give it that resto mod look. Very nice. 

[ChrisR]

Nice!

[John B.]

Its not important that some are critical of large wheels; what is important is that you enjoyed fitting them to your model. They really make the car pop - nice job!

[MeatMan]

Thanks for the support. Much appreciated.