70 Hemi Challenger done except mirrors. Need paint.

[dimebolt]

Here are a few pics of the 70 Hemi Challenger wip I have going on.

Thanks for looking.

Corey

Edited September 29, 2012 by dimebolt

[cobraman]

Looks wild Corey.

[dimebolt]

Thanks Ray. This is an old wip I have going from a couple years ago. Just got new windows for it, and so I'm continuing my progress. Will keep ya all posted. Will get some better pics of it, only had my old cell phone to use at the time they were taken.

Corey

[TooOld]

That looks pretty cool ! I like what you've done for the exhaust .

What kit is that ? It kinda looks like an old MPC Challenger .

[dimebolt]

Thanks Bob. It's the Revell 2n1 T/A-R/T. A ton of issues with this kit compared to the late 80's, early 90's release of the T/A. This one is based off of a diecast complete with metal axles front and back. I've made some changes to the front and rear suspension, as well as changed the motor, made headers and exhaust. Made new front wheel locating tabs, and narrowed rear end, and cut out wheel houses. Never built the MPC Challenger, but would like to give it a shot someday.

Corey

Edited September 19, 2012 by dimebolt

[dimebolt]

Thanks for looking.

Corey

[dimebolt]

Thanks for looking.

Corey

[dimebolt]

Here are some more progress shots. Made a new distributor, and ran plug wires today so far.

Thanks for looking.

Corey

[72 Charger]

Im liking the paint lots of masking lol not so sure about the color coded wheels though

Doobie

[dimebolt]

Thanks man. LOL, they're not done yet. They'll look better when they are.

Corey

[TheGrandfatherHobbies]

very 70s paint. not what i would have done but really cool man great detail

[dimebolt]

Thanks William. Was tired of the same ol, same ol. Figured I'd try something different.

Corey

[dimebolt]

Here are a few more pics.

Enjoy.

Thanks for looking.

Corey

[george 53]

Corey, are you useing the 1/25th AMT 70 Challenger, or the Monogram 1/24th kit?

[george 53]

OOP, I went an reread the thread, and saw it was the 24th kit. Thanks!

[dimebolt]

No prob George.

Corey

[dimebolt]

Here's a few more after today. Will get some more done and posted tomorrow.

Thanks for looking.

Corey

[dimebolt]

Sorry guys. Have to wait til tomorrow before I can get any more work done.

Corey

[vintagedragfan]

the ol Hemi looks great in there Corey! love the black wrinkled valve covers

[dimebolt]

Thanks Bill!!!

I would love to find a set like the black with milled finish ribs. Like the 1:1 528 covers. Those things are so cool looking. Your piece is TRULY a work of art man!!! It really does from what I can see look like a real deal aluminum Hemi. Exellent craftsmanship. One of my next projects is going to be a triple black 71 Cuda'. But with some 'first timer photoetch' applied. Hopefully it turns out as good as my expectations for it are. It's gonna be a nasty looking pro streeter for sure. And Oh Yeah, Its GOTTA HEMI!!!

Thanks again man.

Many more years fantastic building!!!

Corey

[vintagedragfan]

you should bring your stuff up to the Omaha show on the 6th , would be great to meet you

[dimebolt]

I would love to. But unfortunately, work won't let me get away. Maybe another time. Would love to see your stuff in person. And am always up for making new friends.

Corey

[dimebolt]

Got some more done last night.

Thanks for looking.

Corey

[bryan_m]

the engine bay looks killer corey! nice job

cheers

bryan

[dimebolt]

Thanks Brian. Now to get all the other stuff finished up.

Corey