John Teresi Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 Hello......well it`s finished....... this was my first attempt at a Nascar........I would like to thank Mr.Clay Kemp for the inspiration to build a Nascar......he is truly a Master Modeler.......and thank you to all the firends that gave all those kind comments and those who followed this build in the "Work bench" section......thank you to "Pro Tech" for: braided line,rubber fuel line ,t`fittings, detailing wire,5 point seat-belt harness,valve stems,bolt ends,body fasteners,and hood pins.......and thank you Mr. Art laski for getting me the Bobby Allison decals........and a very special thank you to my Mom Ruby for getting me this model at a garage sale........this stated out as a 1/25 scale AMT Bobby Allison kit.......I used this kit and a in-complete Revell 1/24 Dale Earnhardt Lumina and a in-complete Revell Dale Earnhardt jr. Monte Carlo......I combined all of them together to get a look that I wanted.......I am sure I made a ton of mistakes ......I modified the Dale Earnhardt chasiss to fit the Matador body.......I made alot of modifications and a ton of scratch built parts.......to many to mention......H.O.K. white.true blue and Dupont Jarret red......bare metal foil.......all chrome was striped and painted Alcald.......if you would like to see how I built this car......please take a look in the "Under Glass Section".........thank`s for looking.
John Teresi Posted June 30, 2011 Author Posted June 30, 2011 Few more pictures.......thank you so much for looking.
funhouse1 Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 This is the kind of work I expect from you, yet I'm always startled by your ambition...Incredible. I do have a question. How long do you estimate it took you to do this build from start to finish? I ask because the volume of your output makes the quality that much more amazing. Do you have a job? Do you ever sleep,lol??
richcrabman Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 Like i said John,you sure this is a model?.....lost for words!!!! Rich
Alyn Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 Great looking model. Your abilities with Alclad are beyond compare, but those wheels are up another notch. The best example of mastering Alclad I've ever seen. Hood bracing could not look nicer. The dash alone could be on display. You've really have the knack for realism. ... and excellent grasp of artistic license. Please don't stop. thanks for sharing
Steve Keck Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 Nice work, John! I second the Alclad comment above. One suggestion: Maybe some where in you bag of nuts and bolts you have some appropriate for the hood and trunk hinges? Short of that try some monofilament line that mushrooms when near heat; flatten out the 'room while still warm to approximate a rivet head.
Art Laski Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 It turned out great, John. Nice work, Buddy! -Art
sjordan2 Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 John, I don't know how you keep cranking out these masterpieces. This subject is of zero interest to me but the build is awesome and is something to learn from. What's next?
LAone Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 turned out great for your first nascar. that paint job is just so clean. i too want to know, whats next.
Ron a.k.a. Grouchy Pants Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 World Class John. It's a real pleasure watching you build. Thank you so much for sharing. Ron
Harry P. Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 You know what your problem is, John? You're such a sloooooooooow builder.... :lol:
comp1839 Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 john, your abilities have always amazed me. no exception here. i'd like to thank your mom for picking up this car, too.
Guest JamesDE Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 OK, Im completely speechless... I have no idea where to begin.... The paint is just beautiful and the engine detail is amazing as is the interior... You did an outstanding job for your first NASCAR build.... Excellent work as always... James
Pro Tech Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 John, great job as usual, the paint is striking! nice work. Charlie Pro Tech
Ryan S. Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 I can't really add anything that hasn't been said already but great job on this "what-if" build. I'm just amazed with your speed, cleanliness and level of detail. I was just thinking that it would be cool to see a Nascar series, exhibition races or even an new version of the IROC series take classic body styles with modern chassis, safety and engine tech, like your build. Unlikely, but I'd love to see cars like yours here running around the track.
CEKPETHO BCE Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 I was watching this in WIP. Some crazy stuff man awesome job. How long have you been modeling if you don't mind me asking?
Cato Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 Can't say enough. John, you rock. Thanks for the inspiration you bring here.
caine440 Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 I freaking love it! How in the world do you do such amazing work so quickly?? I would have to outsource most of this build to get it done in less then a year! Great job!
Kmidd65 Posted June 30, 2011 Posted June 30, 2011 John, very impressive, clean build there fella! I absolutely love this model/concept. It looks like a car that would be run in a modern day "Nostalgia Club Circuit" or something. I could see somebody locating an old, partial Matador from back in the day and building it out with parts found here or there and some modern stuff thrown in for easy maintenance. On the track, it would look like the cars from back in the day, up close, there would be some differences. I know that they do this with old Dirt Trackers here in my part of the country.... I love watching the guys race those old machines. Hats off, that is an awesome build! I build mostly Nascar and love this one.
John Teresi Posted July 1, 2011 Author Posted July 1, 2011 This is the kind of work I expect from you, yet I'm always startled by your ambition...Incredible. I do have a question. How long do you estimate it took you to do this build from start to finish? I ask because the volume of your output makes the quality that much more amazing. Do you have a job? Do you ever sleep,lol?? Jack......this build took about 3 week`s......I work off and on doing hardwood floors.......I tell ya though ......working on models help`s you sleep like a baby.
John Teresi Posted July 1, 2011 Author Posted July 1, 2011 John, I don't know how you keep cranking out these masterpieces. This subject is of zero interest to me but the build is awesome and is something to learn from. What's next? Skip and luis.......I will build a 1/12 scale...... 1/4 mile Harley Davidson drag bike next.......thank`s for asking.
John Teresi Posted July 1, 2011 Author Posted July 1, 2011 I was watching this in WIP. Some crazy stuff man awesome job. How long have you been modeling if you don't mind me asking? Andrew.....this is going on my 4th year steady ......building models......I did build models as a kid......9 years old till around 14 years old.....I grew up with MPC drag cars and Tom Daniels kit`s..........thank`s for asking,
John Teresi Posted July 1, 2011 Author Posted July 1, 2011 I freaking love it! How in the world do you do such amazing work so quickly?? I would have to outsource most of this build to get it done in less then a year! Great job! Roger......the passion drives me......I just luv it......thank`s
Randy D Posted July 1, 2011 Posted July 1, 2011 Hello John, Just want to add my congrats on a truly great build and paint!!!! Randy
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