cobraman Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 This will be my next project when I get back from my vacation in San Diego . This will most likely my last build . Been building a long time and I think I am at that point of stopping . Just no motivation anymore except for this one . I wanted this kit when I first heard about it . At that time it was only offered as a subscription which I didn’t like because I wondered what if something happens and the parts don’t continue to come ??? So when I heard several months ago you could purchase the complete kit at one time it was time to take the plunge . I admit to stalling on starting this but now it the time ! Will be the highlight of my Cobra collection . 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLHCAHZ Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 Looking forward to this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gramps46 Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 Wishing you well on your new project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dino246gt Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 Wow that looks like a blast! I'm waiting to get the Agora Miura all at once, soon! Please post your build and let us know how the Agora models stack up against the large scale competition! Have fun!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ea0863 Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 Ray - Totally looking forward to your observations as you do this build! Sad to hear you've tired of the hobby, but do check back in from time to time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted April 6, 2023 Author Share Posted April 6, 2023 Thank you very much fellows. I need to arrange a larger work area. This will never fit on my roll top desk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 Great project. Fitting as a final project however you may decide to get back to building at some time in the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaughingIndian Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 2 hours ago, cobraman said: Thank you very much fellows. I need to arrange a larger work area. This will never fit on my roll top desk. Lol, roll top desk. This thing looks like it needs it’s own room! Can’t wait to watch your project. Have fun “Cobraman.” It sure makes sense to be your finale! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pierre Rivard Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 No doubt this will be your centerpiece Cobra Ray. I hope you continue building in the future and continue your contribution to this great forum. I will follow with great interest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted April 6, 2023 Author Share Posted April 6, 2023 Thank you guys. For me, it's just time to hang it up. I do need to find another hobby I can spend some time on. No paint, no glue and no tiny parts ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted April 17, 2023 Author Share Posted April 17, 2023 Finally started at least to unpack the two shipping cartons . Next I guess lay the parts out by number . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cifenet Posted April 17, 2023 Share Posted April 17, 2023 Thanks for sharing this. looks very awesome so far! Even the boxes look cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted April 18, 2023 Author Share Posted April 18, 2023 Parts pack # 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bainford Posted April 19, 2023 Share Posted April 19, 2023 Sorry to hear you're hanging it up, Ray, but I get it. This project seems like a fitting swan-song, especially for a guy that goes by the name cobraman. Things look very impressive so far. Looking forward to watching this beast come together. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted April 19, 2023 Author Share Posted April 19, 2023 Thanks Trevor. I have quit a couple times before. Girls, cars, wife, baby all got in the way. Funny since I retired I have a ton of time but just lost my passion to build. Looking for another hobby. 😃 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrm Posted April 19, 2023 Share Posted April 19, 2023 I know how you feel. I have quit a few times myself. After my last move from Colorado, I even gave away most of my tools, including my lathe. I was just DONE. And then one day something as trivial as a spray can in Walmart reignites that spark with the simple thought of "this color would look cool on a hot rod". Either way... this model would be a proper "farewell" to the hobby, altho I have a feeling it will not be for long. On a side note, where did you you purchase it as a whole complete kit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrObsessive Posted April 19, 2023 Share Posted April 19, 2023 I can tell you Ray, that will be one ambitious project! Not a super difficult kit to build, but you will need to stray from what they tell you from time to time. It would be a good idea if you've not done so, to download all the PDF's for the build. Just in case their site takes a dump for some reason, you'll at least have the instructions at the ready. The kits may already have the instructions included-----I don't know as I had to download all of mine when I had the sub. I hear you about changes in the hobby. I've done that quite a bit in the last year as I've focused a lot more on 3D designs and prints, as opposed to building the physical objects. Due to my eyesight, which gets worse by the year, it's MUCH easier for me to do 3D files on my laptop as I can see the screen so much easier, than to manipulate tiny parts barely 3" away from my eyes. If you need any help with Cobra at any point, you can drop me a line. One rough area might be the working suspension as you have to follow the instructions almost to a T. Some parts require hammering pins in with serrated edges. Once those are in, they're almost impossible to get back out so you have to double check to make sure what goes with what. In the end though-----you'll have a model that very few others will have as production due to its price is rather limited. 1 hour ago, mrm said: On a side note, where did you you purchase it as a whole complete kit? Michael, that can be had here..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted April 19, 2023 Author Share Posted April 19, 2023 Thanks a bunch guys ! As noted above you can buy direct from Agoura . You will get two huge boxes . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted May 1, 2023 Author Share Posted May 1, 2023 Hello guys ! After a time away I decided to take some time and get something , anything done in this car . I have been dealing with the loss of my BIL and trying to organize and clean out the house for my nephew . My BIL , God love him was a bit of a hoarder so it has been a challenge . No trash , he just collected a lot of stuff in his years . So anyway , I was able to get the hood scoop and hood locks done and also one tire mounted on a wheel . Woo-hoo ! Not much but it feels good just to have this done . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted May 4, 2023 Author Share Posted May 4, 2023 Step 1 and 2 complete . On to number 3 parts pack . Seems kind of weird to me the way the decided to group the parts the way they did . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted May 4, 2023 Author Share Posted May 4, 2023 This all the parts used for stage 3 . I must say I am really discounted in the chrome in this kit . For the cost of the kit I would expect very good chrome . This chrome is subpar IMO . I may need to redo the side pipes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan White Posted May 4, 2023 Share Posted May 4, 2023 Love watching these large scale builds! I am pretty sure they package them like they do so you are "forced" to keep buying the monthly packs (if not going the full purchase route like you did). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted May 4, 2023 Author Share Posted May 4, 2023 Not sure how this shows up in a pic but chrome looks cheap and worn . I will need to redo the side pipes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted May 4, 2023 Author Share Posted May 4, 2023 One pipe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugatti Fan Posted May 4, 2023 Share Posted May 4, 2023 That is going to be one impressive model Ray. We all lose our mojo now and again. Just don't depart with all your model making stuff if you pack it in. You may come to regret it if you decide to come back to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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