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This project was started years ago, pulled out occasionally and tinkered with, then back on the shelf. Finally decided it was time to git-r-done! Started with a 1961 T-bird junker, decided to add a 427 Cobra chassis and suspension, a DOHC engine from the parts stash, and bits and pieces from here and there. Got to the point where a mock up was in order. Still some adjustments such as removing more material from the rear wheel arches, more clearance for the front suspension, and some putty on the body. The Cobra chassis rails will be lengthened with sprue. More pix when I get more done.

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I found that the windshield from a Dodge Sidewinder kit had the correct curvature so I cut it down for my T-Bird "speedster".

You might search any kit "glass" to find a better fit and file it to shape, MAYBE even the original kit piece.

 

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Afraid the original kit windshield is long gone- maybe before I purchased the bird. The windshield in the picture is a "fire for effect" piece- will definitely be reworked if used. BTW, your Bird is a real beauty! Plan on trying color shift blue paint on mine- first time for this kind of paint. Interior will be varying shades of sea blue.

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Progress! Cobra chassis has been grafted onto the T-bird floor pan, and the engine is installed. Next will be trial fitting the body and starting the interior. Dash will be the T-bird's but everything else except the Cobra seats will be bits and pieces fitted together.

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