GeorgeA Posted Tuesday at 08:54 PM Posted Tuesday at 08:54 PM This is my version of the MPC 1978 Dodge D100 Custom model kit, this model represents for me a nice memory since my grandfather had a truck like this but in 1979, it was my attempt to recreate that truck where I learned to drive. When reviewing the brochures of the time I saw that when the vehicle was red outside the interior was also red, for the exterior I used Tamiya TS 49 (Bright Red) and for the interior I used Tamiya XF 7 (Flat Red). For the Chrysler 318 V8 engine (I think it's the one that comes with the kit) I used Tamiya X 14 (Sky Blue), I placed it with the steel wheels because that's how I remember my grandfather's truck. I really like the body lines of this pickup, something typical of Mopars and that was revived in the 1990s with the 1994 Dodge Ram. Anyway, I thank everyone who takes a little of their time to look at this model that is so special to me. 7
Jim B Posted Tuesday at 09:25 PM Posted Tuesday at 09:25 PM Great looking Dodge. Well done. Looks like you're missing the fuel filler cap.
GeorgeA Posted Tuesday at 11:43 PM Author Posted Tuesday at 11:43 PM Thanks, James, for your comment. I don't think I highlighted the fuel filler cap. Since this is a long-bed pickup, the fuel filler cap wasn't located in the cab, but on the bed itself, in front of the inner fender. I'm posting a couple of photos of the model here. 2
stavanzer Posted Wednesday at 01:38 AM Posted Wednesday at 01:38 AM That is a "Goldilocks" build, Jorge. Just Right! My Grandfather had a blue 1973 Dodge Truck. I want to recreate it. You have a good eye for detail. Good Show.
ncbuckeye67 Posted Wednesday at 02:19 PM Posted Wednesday at 02:19 PM Great looking tribute build! I love your detailing in the grille, it's very realistic. This is my favorite Dodge truck body style, 78-79 was a great time for all of the "Big Three" trucks.
slusher Posted Wednesday at 03:10 PM Posted Wednesday at 03:10 PM Great looking truck. I had an 80 and later Atwood tone green. I still miss my 77"..
1930fordpickup Posted yesterday at 08:55 AM Posted yesterday at 08:55 AM Very cool, didn't see many around here that color.
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