Rod Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Hi! Here are some pictures of my full detail build of the MPC '70 Cyclone. I started with an excellent unbuilt orginal and cut it all apart to make what you see here. I'm not much of a collector and buy all my kits to build so hopefully I'm not offending anybody. I used the Pro Modeler '70 Torino for the chassis, engine, firewall, dash and console. I modified the Torino dash to a Cyclones by adding the extra gauges and correcting the speedo. The front buckets were cut apart and hinged. The doors and trunk were opened and I also added the rare vinyl roof because I was afraid of running out of the Testor's Grabber Orange. (can't buy it up here anymore because of our stupid government regs). The chassis and engine were also plumbed and the decals are from Keith Marks. Thanks for looking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragline Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 HOLY MOLEY!!!!!!! Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris Morgan Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 WOW, That is KILLER. Pat yourself on the back. That came out great. How much work was it to use the Torino Chassis and, firewall? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S. Svendsen Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie8575 Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Very nice. I would've liked to see the seats working. Beautiful work, definitely something you can be proud of. Charlie Larkin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelson Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 What a stunner!,i have this kit as well but no where near the talent to do the mods you did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooOld Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Beautiful ! You've done an excellent job on this build . Where did you get the stripe decals ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
disabled modeler Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Beautiful work!!!!! I have been trying to restore a old one from my dads collection that rough and missing parts. If yours was med. blue with black vinyl it would look just like the one my dad drove..just awesome!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trogdor Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Fantastic, you should be very proud. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bondo bill Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 swwweeeeet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod Posted February 23, 2013 Author Share Posted February 23, 2013 WOW, That is KILLER. Pat yourself on the back. That came out great. How much work was it to use the Torino Chassis and, firewall?[/quote Thanks! The Torino parts lined up nicely. I had to remove the back edge of the firewall for dash clearance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Custom Mike Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Rod, that is a stunner, it's far and away the best I've ever seen built! Out of all the details you added, the one that caught my eye first was the windshield washer lines run up on the cowl, I don't recall seeing anyone do that before, outstanding job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brudda Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 What a great build!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moparfarmer Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 I got to see this car in person. Although pictures make it easier for old eyes to see, its not like seeing it live. Beautiful Clean work by Rod...If you knew Rod you would expect work like this from him.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Cole Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 Rod, when I see your name as the builder, I know it's worth it to take a look! And you haven't disappointed yet. Great build as always! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dominik Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 [...] I'm not much of a collector and buy all my kits to build so hopefully I'm not offending anybody. [...] THATS what they are made for! And if it is such a stunning built like yours, why to let it in the box and watch pictures on it?!? That Cyclon is awesome! Big "Wow!" Thank you for sharing - wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72 Charger Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 WOW Im lost for words WOW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 Beautiful job ! My BIL had a black one with a 429 many, many years ago. What a nice car that was. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spkgibson Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 Wow!....I have the 70' and 71' kits to.....Along with 2 of the 70' Montegos from Missing Link....This makes me want to finish up my Pastel Blue montego...I've had painted for 4 years..Very nice craftsmanship. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob McKee Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 What a beautiful job you have done with this kit Rod. Kits were made to be built. Nobody should be offended by the masterpiece you have created here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagercr Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 Excellent work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
realgone58 Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 Didn't offend me one bit! That is absolutely incredible! WOW!!! Can't say anything else but PERFECT! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 Excellent build..WOW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovefordgalaxie Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 WOW, this looks GREAT :D You made FORD guy very happy today, I'm in love with this beauty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixties Sam Posted February 24, 2013 Share Posted February 24, 2013 Wow! Amazing build! Great detailing, and good work on the doors and trunk. The model box in the trunk is a very cool detail! Sam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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