Erik Smith Posted March 7, 2011 Posted March 7, 2011 Another WIP on my bench. Kit is Lindberg's 1964 Dodge 330 - the classic sleeper car. I am attempting to build a fuel injected, aluminium, 588-inch Indy Max Legend Hemi mated to a 5 speed Jerico transmission. The engine idea came from an article in Mopar Action April 2011 issue - it sits in a 205 mph+ 71 Hemi Daytona. Mine will be more of a scary to drive street car/sleeper look. I will be making it a light weight version, as best I can, with aluminim fenders, front bumper, and doors. This is the reason I like making models - if you were lucky enough to own a real 64 super stock, I don't think you'd want to change much! Slightly tubbed out the rear to fit some wide tires - will run steelies and dog dish caps: Here is a mock up of the engine - valve covers are modified from one of Revell's recent hemi funny cars, block is from 68 Dart Hemi, transmission and bellhousing are scratch built:
stewart Posted March 7, 2011 Posted March 7, 2011 Wow. Love the scratchbuilding. I will watch this one. STewart
Greg Pugh Posted March 7, 2011 Posted March 7, 2011 You've got my attention. Good lookin' stuff so far!
dwc43 Posted March 8, 2011 Posted March 8, 2011 Interesting build. Only one flaw I read. No Daytona in 71. Only 69.
Keef Posted March 8, 2011 Posted March 8, 2011 Interesting build. Only one flaw I read. No Daytona in 71. Only 69. oh really? LOL yeah yeah i know there were no FACTORY produced 71 Daytona's, just havin some fun with ya
dwc43 Posted March 8, 2011 Posted March 8, 2011 Thank god Mopar had sense enough not to do that. Too bad others messed up some great cars to stick that junk on there. Can't believe they screwed up that 71 R/T like that. All original that thing would be worth double to low triple digits, but aint worth squat like that.
Greg Pugh Posted March 8, 2011 Posted March 8, 2011 (edited) You guys shoulda had a build-off Edited March 8, 2011 by gpugh1976
diymirage Posted March 9, 2011 Posted March 9, 2011 Thank god Mopar had sense enough not to do that. Too bad others messed up some great cars to stick that junk on there. Can't believe they screwed up that 71 R/T like that. All original that thing would be worth double to low triple digits, but aint worth squat like that. them im sure you wouldnt mind running out and buying me one i specifically like the one in black with the louvers
dwc43 Posted March 9, 2011 Posted March 9, 2011 them im sure you wouldnt mind running out and buying me one i specifically like the one in black with the louvers Not a chance. I'd hate to see that out on the road. And you somewhere along the way, someone will pass that fake off as a real one. I caught two Challengers for sale at Hunters Custom Auto Expo a few years ago. Not too long after I sold my 70. They were trying to pass them off as R/T cars. Neither was close to a real R/T car and one had the wrong vin code for the engine it had in it. I feel sorry for who ever he suckered into buying those things. I'm glad he over heard me telling my brother what was wrong with both of them too. No that I was trying to be quiet so he could not hear me either. lol.
Rob Hall Posted March 9, 2011 Posted March 9, 2011 Those 'Dayclona' '71 Daytona and Superbird phantoms are pretty cool...I have the parts, plan to build one of each in 1:25th scale..
Erik Smith Posted March 9, 2011 Author Posted March 9, 2011 Note to self - "watch out for Mopar fans"... Started to carve out a manifold similar to the one on the reference vehicle. Started with a block of styrene, laid out general shape, and started filing and sanding! Not quite there yet... I had to cut the original in half to reset the "offset" of the left and right sides - as I sanded down from the original marks, they came out symmetrical.
Harry P. Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Personally I think those "Dayclonas" are very cool...
steve7119 Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Love your work! Makes me think I can scratch build the transfer case I need. What wax did you use for the transmission master? Seems like candle wax would be too brittle.
W117monte Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Nice scratch building! Looking forward to more updates
Erik Smith Posted March 10, 2011 Author Posted March 10, 2011 how did you create the block? was it multiple pieces laminated together or was it a big chunk to start with? Laminated three strips and one thick sheet across them to make the block.
pharr7226 Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Very impressive scratch building. The tranny, bell housing and manifold look great.
Erik Smith Posted March 10, 2011 Author Posted March 10, 2011 Love your work! Makes me think I can scratch build the transfer case I need. What wax did you use for the transmission master? Seems like candle wax would be too brittle. Steve - here is the wax I have been using: I purchased it from Ottofrie (sp?) online - they are a jewelry making supply company. I purchased the sampler kit with one of each hardness of wax. If you would like a little block PM me and I will send a piece - a transfer case won't take much. Here is the progression - cut out block close to size (I then use a compass to layout lines for proportions), carve the wax to a general shape, cast that in resin, and add final details: For the smaller details I super glue thin styrene, styrene rods, and wire then cover with Mr Surfacer 500 to blend in. Primer, sand, primer, paint and here is the final result: Still need to add a few bolts, the linkages and shifter. Thanks for following and commenting!
Erik Smith Posted March 10, 2011 Author Posted March 10, 2011 ...and started on the fuel tank. Styrene strips, circle made with a hole punch, tube, photo etch bolts, and some piece I found rolling around in one of my parts bins: Underneath, I just covered the kit tank with styrene: I will add some straps and other details, but not tonight.
prostockmodeler Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 what did you use to sculpt the wax? i am really interested in this.. btw.. this is a super insane project and i will be watching this..
mrmike Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Erik, I am impressed with the scratch building going on here! Keep up the good work!
Mooneyzs Posted March 10, 2011 Posted March 10, 2011 Very Cool build so far. Looking good. Can't wait to see more progress with this.
steve7119 Posted March 11, 2011 Posted March 11, 2011 Thanks Erik! I will look for the wax. I have a couple other items I want to creat also and the wax may give me an easier way to create the basic shapes. I look forward to your progress. Keep up the great work
Randy D Posted March 11, 2011 Posted March 11, 2011 Hi Erik, This is a great thread!!! Your work is inspiring and informative, please hurry on the tranny linkage so I can copy you Randy
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