damop6v8 Posted July 15, 2023 Share Posted July 15, 2023 (edited) Hi All, Just finished the mighty big scale 79 Trans Am from Revell, always wanted this as a child in 1979 but wasn't allowed it was too young, now 43yrs later l treated myself!. Generally a good kit given its 43yr old design , decals are very crisp and very well detailed, the hood eagle is the wrong colour as I'm sure we've all noticed but l believe there is aftermarket version available in the correct gold colour. They are a challenge to apply and using plenty of micoset soft solution helped, l've also used Tamiya gloss clear gently brushed over the pinstripes and hood eagle to seal them in. Tamiya TS14 gloss black spray used for the bodyshell, 3 coats then wet sanded then 3 more coats applied. Used spacers to bring out the rear wheels as to much inset, bonnet was traditionally warped but managed to get it looking a bit better using hot water technique. Used plastic card to help the dashboard and interior tub sit more securely. Had to thin down the rear spoiler ends both sides as they do stick out to far. Overall l love it, such a huge presence and looks so realistic. If l can get the correct hood and rear pillar decals then ill need to remove the current ones, whats the best method to do this? The 1/16 General Lee was built last year, MPC Re-release, this I had back in 1981 as a 11yrs old kid but it didn't last! Modified the front wheel arch openings to resemble the factory versions, added the door mirror, wipers & used AMT 1/16 tyres from an old 57 Chevy kit. Roof flag is aftermarket I bought years ago & is a bigger size. Great kit despite its lack of details, I would love it if Revell would make 1/16 scale version as the detail would be great. Paint is car spray, flattened & polished. Edited July 15, 2023 by damop6v8 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mittagskind Posted July 15, 2023 Share Posted July 15, 2023 Wow, looks very good. Absolutely clean and realistic. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nacho Z Posted July 15, 2023 Share Posted July 15, 2023 This is such a fantastic looking model, Damian!! You really did the big girl justice! Now to find a place to display her...lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redscampi Posted July 15, 2023 Share Posted July 15, 2023 (edited) Just...wow! That Trans Am is a knockout! Oh, yeah, the General looks nice too... Edited July 15, 2023 by redscampi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Po Posted July 15, 2023 Share Posted July 15, 2023 Great looking builds. Very realistic details on the Trans Am. Job well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karbuildr Posted July 15, 2023 Share Posted July 15, 2023 Amazing work on both kits, the big Trans Am is superb, and the General Lee is every bit as nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erock Posted July 15, 2023 Share Posted July 15, 2023 They're Both freakin awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWT Posted July 16, 2023 Share Posted July 16, 2023 Both are very nicely done, but that trans am is sweet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atomicholiday Posted July 16, 2023 Share Posted July 16, 2023 Those are both beautiful builds! That Trans Am... Wow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMT68 Posted July 16, 2023 Share Posted July 16, 2023 A couple of spectacular builds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattlecan Dan Posted July 16, 2023 Share Posted July 16, 2023 Fantastic job on both. Super realistic. Nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonhawk1066 Posted July 16, 2023 Share Posted July 16, 2023 They look excellent, very well done on both!! Those 1/8 scale kits really have a commanding presence when finished! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 Well the General Lee is cool but WOW, the TransAm is just gorgeous👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 Beautiful job on both. That Trans Am in huge! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandon Miller Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 Those look amazing. Have a How To on correcting the front fenders on the Charger? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamsuperdan Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 Great job on both! I've often thought about that Trans AM, but have no idea where I'd put the finished kit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted October 22, 2023 Share Posted October 22, 2023 Great pair of builds! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewetwo Posted October 22, 2023 Share Posted October 22, 2023 Both are beautiful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Street Rod Posted October 22, 2023 Share Posted October 22, 2023 Two great looking cars right there! Dang, that Trans Am is big, lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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