ReduitRetro Posted May 7 Share Posted May 7 Hello again friends! Question, how many of you still have builds from over 30 years ago? As in say the George W. Bush Presidency era. Well, I do for sure. Now even though this kit has been reproduced in a few different forms since, I purchased and built this one back in '91. I can remember looking most all summer for detailed pictures of the famed optional Chevy cross ram dual carb 302 small block high performance V-8 featured in this kit, just to be as accurate as possible in my detailing plan. Remember, back then you had to find information the hard way, not like now with the help of the internet and smart phones. Anyway, I built this Monogram 1/12th scale Camaro Z/28 completely box stock, adding the kit supplied Goodyear Eagle Radial tires, and Cragar SST wheels for that classic weekend cruiser look. Dechromed and painted the front bumper to replicate the optional "Endurance" bumper, bare metal foiled the exterior trim, and added the woodgrain accents to the dash to better replicate the Deluxe interior package. I also used authentic automotive DupliColor "Glacier Blue" paint that would've been an available color choice for '69 Camaro's. Engine detailing include spark plug wiring (in the correct firing order) heater hoses, carb linkages and return spring, fuel lines, battery cables, vacuum and crankcase vent hoses, and a plumbed brake master cylinder. Since I've been a member here for now more than 10 years, I've seen several much nicer examples done of this kit, and most were simply stunning to see. I just hope my old prehistoric build can at least stand in the back of the same room with them. Thanks for looking! 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanL Posted May 7 Share Posted May 7 A real beauty... Gotta love that cross ram manifold and carbs! Cheers DanL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karbuildr Posted May 7 Share Posted May 7 Man, I'm diggin' this Z/28. Beautiful build, love that engine and the color is excellent. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonhawk1066 Posted May 7 Share Posted May 7 Very nice looking Camaro with great looking details! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenmojr Posted May 7 Share Posted May 7 What a beautiful build, truly stunning.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yeah Nah Posted May 7 Share Posted May 7 Just gorgeous. Unbelievable detail work. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Camaro lover Posted May 8 Share Posted May 8 You can stand proud, you did a wonderful job on that one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelle Posted May 8 Share Posted May 8 (edited) Nice work Also This build is several years older then I am Edited May 8 by michelle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hard_2_Handle_454 Posted May 8 Share Posted May 8 Beautiful 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Street Rod Posted May 8 Share Posted May 8 Excellent! Beautiful build, great paint and a ton of detail. Don’t worry about the back of the room, this one can sit up front with everyone else! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulbo Posted May 8 Share Posted May 8 Excellent build👍 Stunning detailed engine bay and perfect paint Job! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted May 8 Share Posted May 8 Awesome! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ncbuckeye67 Posted May 8 Share Posted May 8 Wow, talk about super detailed, that's amazing! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike 1017 Posted May 8 Share Posted May 8 Very Nice Mike 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bronzekeg Posted May 8 Share Posted May 8 turned out great!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Po Posted May 8 Share Posted May 8 Very nice with great detailing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy grumpy Posted May 8 Share Posted May 8 Well James, not only is this build awesome but to look so good after all these years. It could have been built last week. You did an amazing job at building it and then preserving in pristine condition. I really dig this. Thanks for sharing. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deuces wild Posted May 9 Share Posted May 9 Just wow!.... 🤩 I also have a couple of these big kits... 2 are in white styrene and 1 orange... Don't know when I'll jump on those.. Maybe when I retire..🙄🤔 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattlecan Dan Posted May 9 Share Posted May 9 Beautiful work and excellent detailing. Very nice. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 outstanding Camaro! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewetwo Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Excellent build. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted May 10 Share Posted May 10 Oh yeah James, that's a beauty and that engine looks terrific👍 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 Beautiful Camaro, great attention to detail, well done! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrucha Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 Very sharp. Well built and detailed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chinacar Posted May 11 Share Posted May 11 Stunning detail! Can pass for the 1:1 car in these photos. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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