Moparkid13 Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 (edited) Ok I need some opinions...This model was gave to me it was crushed some how and the top got demolished but it has a very straight body and everything else. I have a general Idea but im not real sure were I wanna go with this. 100_1766 by moparkid13, on Flickr 100_1767 by moparkid13, on Flickr 100_1768 by moparkid13, on Flickr 100_1769 by moparkid13, on Flickr 100_1770 by moparkid13, on Flickr Thanks in advance 100_1771 by moparkid13, on Flickr Edited October 15, 2011 by Moparkid13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 3, 2011 Author Share Posted October 3, 2011 Wat makes this so hard to work with is the fact that its a fastback car. also I dont have any a-pillars either so i have no idea at all what to do up front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 3, 2011 Author Share Posted October 3, 2011 Make it into a speedster with a pillarless windscreen. Maybe the wrap around one from the Callaway Corvette. That's a pretty good idea. Have you ever seen anybody do it with a model? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cesar Bossolani Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Try this brother!! Cesar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george 53 Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Joe seems to be on track there bro. If you want anything OTHER than a "Speedster" type of car, you'll need some type of A-Pillar post. The wrap around type of windshield wouldn't be too hard to do. But then, depending on your abilities, a ragtop would look nice too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 3, 2011 Author Share Posted October 3, 2011 Try this brother!! Cesar oh WOW LOVE IT.. Ill probly use that for inspiration if thats ok with you.. The only problem is that this was either a convertible originally or a notchback and mines a fastback. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cesar Bossolani Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Was posted to inspire you, mate!! Looking your model, it's possible to restore it for look as Brockmeyer's sketch!! Cheers Cesar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 3, 2011 Author Share Posted October 3, 2011 Was posted to inspire you, mate!! Looking your model, it's possible to restore it for look as Brockmeyer's sketch!! Cheers Cesar K thanx man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 3, 2011 Author Share Posted October 3, 2011 a little work, .. I got the window cut and bondoed the back cover.. Tell me what you think and if theres any ideas.. 100_1778 by moparkid13, on Flickr 100_1777 by moparkid13, on Flickr 100_1776 by moparkid13, on Flickr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 3, 2011 Author Share Posted October 3, 2011 (edited) also the left side window got cracked, should i keep em or get rid of them? Edited October 3, 2011 by Moparkid13 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 4, 2011 Author Share Posted October 4, 2011 I got the window painted. It looks good but theres a few spots where paint bled through etc. does anybody know how to get paint off the clear windshield? 100_1779 by moparkid13, on Flickr 100_1780 by moparkid13, on Flickr 100_1781 by moparkid13, on Flickr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 4, 2011 Author Share Posted October 4, 2011 also I wouldn't be this far with it if it werent for peoples ideas so keep em comin please Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skydime Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 You've got a start on what could be something great there. One suggestion though, you might want to use a filler for models instead of bondo because it can actually melt into the plastic as it hardens. If I were going to resort to 1:1 body filler, I wouldn't go any further than spot putty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 4, 2011 Author Share Posted October 4, 2011 that's what it is is bondo spot putty. I had read that it works very well. anything u suggest? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Cates Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 91% or higher Isopropyl alcohol works well for taking paint off clear parts in my experience. Honestly, I would rip off the wing windows and leave the entire windsheild clear, gives it a wild custom look. Great start though, Keep it up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skydime Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 that's what it is is bondo spot putty. I had read that it works very well. anything u suggest? Tamiya and others make great fillers for models. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 5, 2011 Author Share Posted October 5, 2011 I noticed tonight that the model glue and bondo don't seem to be holding up to well, I was sanding and the cover just popped right off... So im taking the opportunity to give it a dip in the "purple pond". I bought some 5 minute epoxy gel from parts store, it says it works for plastic, You think this will be better? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick Notarangelo Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 so far so good,if you want a easier puddy to work with ,games workshops green puddy is about the best I have used and it's very forgiving. Nice way to save a kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 6, 2011 Author Share Posted October 6, 2011 well the paint is all stripped off of it and Im back at square 1 but with all the ideas now lol. the epoxy seems to be holding up a whole lot better than the glue. Does anyone know how the epoxy sands? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CorvairJim Posted October 6, 2011 Share Posted October 6, 2011 Over a decade ago, I built a mid-engine, 12-cylinder Corvair "Speedster". The look seems to work well with lots of different body styles, especially for drag models, even though mine was built more as a LeMans-type endurance sports racer. I'll see if I can post some photos later on if you like. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfjunke Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 Some thing else to try for gluing that rear deck back on is JB Weld. It is made for repairing metal car parts. It is a two part putty & when dry sands very well & feathers nicely. It comes in two types, JB quick & regular that dries in 24 hours. You could tape the pieces together & fill the area with baking soda & thin CA glue. A really nice two part auto filler is Evercote , polyester glazing putty. It is not hot & sands very well & feathers nicely. The Cuda is coming out nice, so far. Like what you have done with a wreck. You could carve a master of the windshield you like & vac form it from clear acetate. The idea of the Calloway Vette windshield would look cool. You could use the interior & headrests as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 7, 2011 Author Share Posted October 7, 2011 Over a decade ago, I built a mid-engine, 12-cylinder Corvair "Speedster". The look seems to work well with lots of different body styles, especially for drag models, even though mine was built more as a LeMans-type endurance sports racer. I'll see if I can post some photos later on if you like. yes I would like to see that Jim, Sounds interesting You could carve a master of the windshield you like & vac form it from clear acetate. The idea of the Calloway Vette windshield would look cool. You could use the interior & headrests as well. How do i do that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moparfarmer Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 You've got something going there that could be very sleek. I like whats happening but sorry, you got to lose that awful scoop off the hood. Takes away from the smooth sleek lines I think your trying to achieve. Keep going and show whats happening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 7, 2011 Author Share Posted October 7, 2011 You've got something going there that could be very sleek. I like whats happening but sorry, you got to lose that awful scoop off the hood. Takes away from the smooth sleek lines I think your trying to achieve. Keep going and show whats happening. I was kind of thinking the same thing but theres a big hole in the hood. and if i fill it you'll still be able to see the work on the bottom side. but then again I was thinking about adding a blower so I might jus remove the scoop and just have the blower stick out of the hood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moparkid13 Posted October 8, 2011 Author Share Posted October 8, 2011 any suggestions on the hood/ blower idea? Ive been working 12 hr shifts so its hard to work on models plus keep the wife happy, but maybe ill get some model time at the beginning of next week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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