Romell R Posted September 8, 2011 Author Posted September 8, 2011 I have to agree with the others, your hood is to high. But on the other end of the stick taking the bulge out, is not going to get the blower to sit where it looks right based on reference photos. I am sure this is ROM's dilemma. I would think you are going for scale and accuracy with all the detail you have in your car with that engine and chassis. Dont MUK it up with the hood now, press forward and fix the real cause. Without looking at it closer, to me it looks like you need to take consideration more around how your block mounts to the chassis. The motor is sitting up way to high and needs to be dropped. I saw another of your posts and it looks like you are using a Flashpoint resin HEMI Promod motor. Did you add anything of significance that is raising the roots blower up even higher than stock? ROM from the oil pan to the ground how many scale Inches is it from hitting the ground? The oil pan in ADRL can be less than the 3" requirement for the main chassis. The other thing I see, I know you have spent a lot of time on the motor, and it may correct itself once the block is lowered. But your Hood is cut way to wide, I have a feeling this is due to all the details making the blower opening in the hood to wide. Check to make sure your hoses and such are tucked in as close to the blower as possible. The drivers side hood opening should be close to the blower with just enough room for the tie down strap. Then the passengers side would be close to the blower with the exception of the MDS 44 Pro Mag cut out next to the blower belt. I was looking at some more pic, maybe with all that weight your chassis is sagging some now, and falling past the 3-3.5" scale ride height it should be sitting at. Your headers look really close to that top bar on the chassis in the pics. Can't really tell, if this is the case your block is sitting up to high. Not to worry Bart I wont Muk it up now the correction needed to be in the hood the motor is sitting where it belongs and the oil pan is about 3 scale inches from the ground , the chassis isn't starting to sag (the thing is made of Brass) As I stated in a post right before yours the problem has been corrected. as there was interference under the hood. Hey i appreciate the effort it took to look up all the flaws and make a report for correction.
Dr. Cranky Posted September 8, 2011 Posted September 8, 2011 That thing is a beast . . . amazing work, as always . . .
eviltwincustoms Posted September 8, 2011 Posted September 8, 2011 Not to worry Bart I wont Muk it up now the correction needed to be in the hood the motor is sitting where it belongs and the oil pan is about 3 scale inches from the ground , the chassis isn't starting to sag (the thing is made of Brass) As I stated in a post right before yours the problem has been corrected. as there was interference under the hood. Hey i appreciate the effort it took to look up all the flaws and make a report for correction. I am glad it was an easy fix, and my intentions were not to highlight, "all the flaws". But more of how the pictures were captured, remember the ole addage "A picture is worth a thousand words." As for the sagging, I wasn't worried about your frame for that specific reason "being built out of brass". Wasn't sure if your shocks and struts were functional, if so the thought was that maybe your springs are not heavy enough making the suspension sag. My bad in not saying what I meant. Being that I am in the process of building a Pro Mod myself these were all things I had to research during the building process. So it wasn't something that I searched out specifically for your build. Just another one of those detail nuts, this seems to always get me on my own builds.
Romell R Posted September 8, 2011 Author Posted September 8, 2011 I am glad it was an easy fix, and my intentions were not to highlight, "all the flaws". But more of how the pictures were captured, remember the ole addage "A picture is worth a thousand words." As for the sagging, I wasn't worried about your frame for that specific reason "being built out of brass". Wasn't sure if your shocks and struts were functional, if so the thought was that maybe your springs are not heavy enough making the suspension sag. My bad in not saying what I meant. Being that I am in the process of building a Pro Mod myself these were all things I had to research during the building process. So it wasn't something that I searched out specifically for your build. Just another one of those detail nuts, this seems to always get me on my own builds. From one detail nut to another I want you to know I took every bit of information you gave as constructive criticism , and i appreciate it thats how we build better models. the suspension is functional but the springs are stiff and there holding up. thx again Bart
Romell R Posted September 9, 2011 Author Posted September 9, 2011 Well I'm at the point in the build that i hate the most "Body Work" fortunately It wont take much to go from primer to paint. Here's a few shots of it in primer It's almost ready for paint just have to fill the sides of the cowl and hit a few spots on the body I should be ready to get started on the paint tomorrow, we'll see. I hope you enjoy.... Again the nose clip is just sitting up there , it'll sit lower once its clipped on. I been playing with a couple ideas as too how to button it all up. stay tuned. see ya soon....
Dragracer Posted September 9, 2011 Posted September 9, 2011 It all looks good Rom,can't wait to see some paint (besides primer LOL!) on the beast. Also would like to say, I like the little scoops you left in the hood.
FASTBACK340 Posted September 10, 2011 Posted September 10, 2011 It's been a treat watching this go together. Almost sad to see it get finished.....
Romell R Posted September 10, 2011 Author Posted September 10, 2011 ok fellas gonna be a few days before I post again gonna be on this paint not to fear though I will take pics of the process so i can share it with you. see ya soon. cant say I know how you feel John I cant wait to finish this one WHEW!! 5 months and counting
FASTBACK340 Posted September 10, 2011 Posted September 10, 2011 To quote the late Boyd Coddington: "Perfection IS possible. It just takes a bit longer to do...." You take another 5 months to finish it if needed. Beautiful job your doing. Absolutely beautiful.
Dragracer Posted September 10, 2011 Posted September 10, 2011 Take your time with the paint Rom, don't want all that time & effort going for naught, getting it as right as possible the first time is a lot better then stripping it over & over.
scale trucker Posted September 11, 2011 Posted September 11, 2011 dont rush it now rom..just let it come to you....
Romell R Posted September 11, 2011 Author Posted September 11, 2011 Ok I know I said I wouldnt be posting for a couple days because im painting , but I got to thinking ( boy that could be dangerous) why cant I show the little things I work on while im in between paint steps. ok so heres a couple little things i been working on. Two of the electrical components painted , carbon fibered , and decaled.... I still have to add wire connectors i'll post that tomorrow hope you enjoy....... this one is for size reference
Mooneyzs Posted September 11, 2011 Posted September 11, 2011 Rom... Awesome work on the Electical components. Love the Carbon fiber digital box. It looks really great. The body is coming along nice as well. I sure can't wait to see what you have instore with the paint. Keeep up the great work Bud!!
Romell R Posted September 12, 2011 Author Posted September 12, 2011 Thx fellas here's the same with the plugs attached the piece on the wire will be painted black, and the lens is in the display window.
Mooneyzs Posted September 12, 2011 Posted September 12, 2011 Rom those looks great!!! hey where did you get the electrical connection fittings from?? those are awesome!!
John Teresi Posted September 12, 2011 Posted September 12, 2011 Romell......look`s OUTASIGHT!!!!!!!.........your detail blow`s me away.
Romell R Posted September 12, 2011 Author Posted September 12, 2011 Rom those looks great!!! hey where did you get the electrical connection fittings from?? those are awesome!! Hey Chris thx for the compliments the electrcal connectors come from RB Motion ,their from his F1 parts these are made for 12th scale models but I got his smallest ones and they work perfectly. Thx John for your sincere compliments And Tyrone keep up your awesome builds bro. I just wanted to show you guys a couple more electrical components
Guest Sickfish Posted September 12, 2011 Posted September 12, 2011 General Rom'.... This thing is off the f***n HOOK! The electrical components look REAL!! ! Lovin' this Mopar beast! Trully a work of art! Cheers Cliffo!
surfjunke Posted September 12, 2011 Posted September 12, 2011 WOW!!! Excellent work! The brass frame is awesome. This is shaping up to be one killer Mopar. The machined wheels are really cool.
pharr7226 Posted September 12, 2011 Posted September 12, 2011 Great work Rom! The electrical components look outstanding. Are you making your decals?
Romell R Posted September 12, 2011 Author Posted September 12, 2011 Hey thanks Cliffo Scott I'm glad you enjoyed the build Rick all the decals in this build come from Slixx I've been able to find them all on their Pro Mod sheets Thx for all the great compliments fellas I'll have more pics for ya later today, I'm off so I'll be at my bench most of the day.
Dragracer Posted September 12, 2011 Posted September 12, 2011 They all look excellent Rom!, I am just lovin' this build!
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