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Started preparing the parts for paint and painting base colors.

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there was a nasty mold line through the ends of the front bumper so I stripped and sanded the bumpers, then drilled them for carriage bolt rivets I will add later.

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components in the tray are finished with airbrush work and the rest will be hand painted details. The rest still need airbrush work.

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the body has now been wet sanded and polished.

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6 minutes ago, Bills72sj said:

Love the color.

Thanks, I had a 1967 Fastback years ago that was dark moss green, with black interior.

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2 hours ago, Musclecarbuilder said:

Wow Donald that paint finish is immaculate! Fantastic job!

Thank You!

1 hour ago, Steve H said:

Looks amazing Donald! That green is stunning. Look forward to seeing this come together.

Thank You! Working on the detailing now. I am taking this one a bit further than I usual do even. I am working on the wheels now, adding valve stems and top studio hex rivets for the lug nuts to give them just that little bit extra.

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I got a little more work done today. Drilled out the wheels for hex rivet lug nuts and valve stems. I painted the rims, installed wire for valve stems, hex rivets for lug nuts, center cap decals and Uv resin for the center caps to give them the clear plastic look of the center caps. I like how they turned out myself.

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I did some detailing on the chassis, adding brake, fuel and emergency brake lines.

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I then turned my attention to detailing the interior a bit, adding the gauges lenses and LED light containment for the dash.

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G’day Donald, I’m enjoying the little details being incorporated into the build. Paint on the body is nice and glassy, I reckon this is going to be a stunner when done .👍🏻

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1 hour ago, jmk0303 said:

Man, this is a great build so far. Really nice enjoy you sharing the process.

Thank You!

1 hour ago, STU111 said:

G’day Donald, I’m enjoying the little details being incorporated into the build. Paint on the body is nice and glassy, I reckon this is going to be a stunner when done .👍🏻

Thank You! I must certainly hope it will be. :) 

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Another terrific build, Donald!  Really like the wheel lugs detailing and all the work under the car as well.  Even if no one knows about it, you do.  Looks great!

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8 hours ago, BK9300 said:

Another terrific build, Donald!  Really like the wheel lugs detailing and all the work under the car as well.  Even if no one knows about it, you do.  Looks great!

Thank you! I am sure some people will notice there is something about the wheels that is different from the kit but may not know why.  😁 

I do wonder how many people will think the body is from a resin transkit. I may have to make a coupe at some point too. I think I can scratch build a roof. 🤔

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Great looking paint finish and side stripes. Like the added wheel lug details. The body and interior colors remind me of the car on Gas Monkey Garage. 

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7 hours ago, espo said:

Great looking paint finish and side stripes. Like the added wheel lug details. The body and interior colors remind me of the car on Gas Monkey Garage. 

Thank you! I didn’t think about that one. I believe it is a 1968 Shelby look alike, but the color combination is close.

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I got quite a bit done today. Added the PS, alternator and fan to the engine and created belts for 0.5mm flat elastic. I attached the transmission as well. The air cleaner is designed to be removable.

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created appropriate license plates and flocked the carpet areas.

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added the tinted windshield and rear view mirror to the body.

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installed the engine in the chassis and completed detailing the chassis and engine compartment.

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installed the interior components to the chassis. Next to create seatbelts. I will also place a set of keys with a mustang keychain in the interior for a little extra touch. Also need to install the LED wiring harness to the chassis before I drop on the body.

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5 hours ago, Musclecarbuilder said:

Very nice! I love all that detail!

Thank You!

3 hours ago, DoctorLarry said:

Are those rivets sold in the US? What a great added detail to a fantastic build.

Thank you! Some shops carry them, but always seem to be out of stock. I order them from BNA model world most of the time, out of Australia.

2 hours ago, Funkychiken said:

This build is super cool, loved the thread, keep it coming!

Thank You! I will have a big update tonight. 😁

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I was able to get a lot of work done today. Added the seatbelts and a set of keys to the interior. Installed the LED wiring harness to the chassis.

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I created the GTA emblems with decals, metal and UV clear resin.

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Now it is starting to look like a car. Joined the body and chassis, installed the LED headlights and taillights, installed the wheels and a few other details. 
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I added carriage bolt rivets to the bumpers but still need to install on the car as well as so much more detailing. I am about to hit a brick wall waiting for a new photo etch kit to arrive. The one I got a little while ago oddly was not completely etched through and the letters are a solid mass joined all together. :( 

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