Peter Lombardo Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 2010 Dodge Viper ACRX Converted from a Viper ACR. Here are the final pictures of the Viper ACRX now completed. Here is a recap of the work done and modifications made to the stock Revell Viper ACR kit. Opened the doors and made hinges from brass rod and aluminum tube. Inside of door scratch built frame. Wheel wells were flared and smoothed. The 6 air vents on hood were opened and covered with “see-thru†screen. Chrome plating on wheels striped and painted pearl white, wheel air valves added. Tires replaced with racing slicks and Bridgestone decals applied. Front wheels made to turn. Driver seat converted to a racing seat and covered with back embossing powder. Eduard #24001 “Sabelt†photo etched seat belt installed…Viper logo installed on seat. Full factory roll cage fabricated. Steering wheel replaced with non-airbag Momo wheel. Second smaller upper air foil installed on front fenders Custom Viper logo cut from vinyl and installed on inner rear window. Custom vinyl twin stripes painting mask designed and installed over pearl white paint. Body painted a custom mix of Jacquard yellow and green pearl pigment powder mixed with clear lacquer to replicate a Pit Viper Snake coloring…..yellow blend on bottom, medium green in center and darker green on the top. Custom Snakeskin computer decals created and decals installed over paint to replicate a snake like look. Sponsor decals lifted from Tamiya Calsonic Skyline. Engine bay detailed and hoses installed. Thanks for looking…..comments are always welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRG Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 That is one wild looking ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost1 Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 Great looking build. Really like the paint scheme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clay Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 Great job Peter! That is an absolutely amazing build and finished project!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 AWESOME!!! And quite a quick build, too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonioseven Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 Beautiful work!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modlbldr Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 Nice job, Peter. Much better than the box art. I like the decal in the rear window and the interior shot. Later- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george 53 Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 Pete, them "Latinus Correctus" names are too confuseing to me. I'll just call it like I see it, it'sa "Killer Viper"!!!!!! ANOTHER fine job you've gotten us into!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Railfreak78 Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 Truely amazing! That came out awesome! I love the snakeskin and overall aggressive look of the car! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romell R Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 GRRRREAT JOB!! Peter you never cease to amaze me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 Just awesome my friend, like the rest of the stuff you have us used to seeing!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sjordan2 Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 GRRRREAT JOB!! Peter you never cease to amaze me. DITTO! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeD1 Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 Just awesome my friend wishes it was real !!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curt raitz Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 Excellent, Excellent Peter... Ya gotta be sick to do decal work like that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Lombardo Posted September 21, 2010 Author Share Posted September 21, 2010 GUYS!!!! To all the kind words....Thank You...I really appreciate them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whale392 Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 The paint alone was worth the finished product view. Beautiful work.........two thumbs up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brett Barrow Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 That turned out killer! I was a bit skeptical when you started with the snake skin, as I really liked the paint job the way it was, but now I think it works as a race car. I think for a street car it would be over the top. How did you like the Eduard PE belts? I've used their aircraft seat belts for years, but I've yet to try the 24th scale ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Lombardo Posted September 21, 2010 Author Share Posted September 21, 2010 That turned out killer! I was a bit skeptical when you started with the snake skin, as I really liked the paint job the way it was, but now I think it works as a race car. I think for a street car it would be over the top. How did you like the Eduard PE belts? I've used their aircraft seat belts for years, but I've yet to try the 24th scale ones. I have used these belts many times and really like them. These are the four point belts, they also make the six point units too. They have a number of colors and brand logos available. I ordered these from Strada Sports....two belts for $9.95....not bad. Thanks...I like the paint too. I have wanted to try a snake skin type of effect for some time now. I was never really satisfied with the idea of using lace because the space between the scales is dark so that means after the dark layer, you must paint a lighter layer over the top with the lace on the car. Then it hit me to design the scales in the computer and create decals. The other thing that I really love is the effect I got on the two racing stripes. I wanted it to look like the stripes were painted right on top of the scales. If you did that to a real snake, you would still see the scales and the space between them, but they would be the same basic color. So by making the space between the scales where the stripes are at 20% of the color of the other gaps between the scales the effect is subtle but interestingly different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brett Barrow Posted September 21, 2010 Share Posted September 21, 2010 I have used these belts many times and really like them. These are the four point belts, they also make the six point units too. They have a number of colors and brand logos available. I ordered these from Strada Sports....two belts for $9.95....not bad. We carry them where I work, they look great flat on the sheet. Have you ever had any problem with the paint flaking off when you bend them? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Lombardo Posted September 22, 2010 Author Share Posted September 22, 2010 We carry them where I work, they look great flat on the sheet. Have you ever had any problem with the paint flaking off when you bend them? Yes, the first one I did had a few problems that I had to touch up, but I learned my lesson and I handle them carefully and only bend them when necessary. The touch up worked fine with Tamiya flat paint....so it is no biggy. I do recommend them because the photo etch material is much easier to work with then either painted masking tape or fabric. I do not think i will be going back to the others any time soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brett Barrow Posted September 22, 2010 Share Posted September 22, 2010 Yes, the first one I did had a few problems that I had to touch up, but I learned my lesson and I handle them carefully and only bend them when necessary. The touch up worked fine with Tamiya flat paint....so it is no biggy. I do recommend them because the photo etch material is much easier to work with then either painted masking tape or fabric. I do not think i will be going back to the others any time soon. Thanks, I'm going to give them a try next thing I do that needs that type of belts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted October 3, 2010 Share Posted October 3, 2010 That is a great looking Viper race car, Peter! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 What can I say that hasn't already been said? An inspired and creative custom masterfully done. This model looks like it's based on a real car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wisdonm Posted October 14, 2010 Share Posted October 14, 2010 I love all you builds. I learn so much from them. Thanks for explaining the snake skin. I've wanted to do that, but had no idea how. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustybill1960 Posted October 15, 2010 Share Posted October 15, 2010 OUCH! That is one "sharp" build Dude! Thank You for sharing Later Russ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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