RocknRolla Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 How can you get views on your project's when you are up against a build like this It's looking great
GoatGuy Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 John... That engine is just killer Bro! I love the carbs and air cleaners. Nice detail work! Keep at it! I agree. Fantastic.
Sixx Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 When do you put gas and other fluids in it and fire that bad boy up?! LOL!!! FREEKIN AWESOME John!!!!!!
Tom Geiger Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 Looks great as usual! I dunno if I should use this as inspiration to build better models or just chuck all my stuff and concentrate on weed control in my yard as a hobby!
shucky Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 John, I've been quietly watching with interest and as usual your doing an amazing job so far. I'm always so impressed at how much you accomplish in such short periods of time. I also appreciate the fact that if you do make some small error or mistake (which normal folks wouldn't or couldn't see anyways) that you normally will mention it and just move on. As in, this is still a hobby, and it IS supposed to be fun after all. As long as you the builder are happy and satisfied with the build (and good enough for the girls you go with lol) thats all that really matters. Most of us really appreciate your being here and sharing your wonderful builds with us. I've been a fan of yours for years and I'm really glad you keep on doing what you do. Just needed to say that. Build on!
Mooneyzs Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 what cha gonna use for a blower belt? Mike... wait till you see the belts. He makes his own and they always turn out very nice.
John Teresi Posted May 31, 2013 Author Posted May 31, 2013 (edited) OK, what was the source of the carbs again? Hi Mark.........the carbs are from my parts box.......I sanded the sides and added cut rubber tubbing..........I used pictures from the 1:1 car as reference........I also used "Pro Tech" linkage pieces and nut and bolt ends.......I wrapped wire mesh around the air cleaners........I still need to add the throttle cable and bracket set up...........it had a weird set up on the carb linkage........I did the best I could for what I could see........looking at my pictures I see a few things not even........probably not right but,close enough........once the scoop is attached it will will cover most of the carbs anyway..........and you wont be able to see the mistakes..........it is good practice for the next build ...........thanks Edited May 31, 2013 by John Teresi
John Teresi Posted May 31, 2013 Author Posted May 31, 2013 Lookin' great John !!! Is there any chance you would ever build the psycho 4-wheeler on page 92 of the same Overkill mag??????? Pat........... it is a pretty cool mag.......and that 4 wheeler is cool..........it has a few cars in the mag that I would like to build........thanks
John Teresi Posted May 31, 2013 Author Posted May 31, 2013 what cha gonna use for a blower belt? Hi Mike.......I like to use medical bandage tape for the lower belts.......thanks
John Teresi Posted May 31, 2013 Author Posted May 31, 2013 (edited) John, I've been quietly watching with interest and as usual your doing an amazing job so far. I'm always so impressed at how much you accomplish in such short periods of time. I also appreciate the fact that if you do make some small error or mistake (which normal folks wouldn't or couldn't see anyways) that you normally will mention it and just move on. As in, this is still a hobby, and it IS supposed to be fun after all. As long as you the builder are happy and satisfied with the build (and good enough for the girls you go with lol) thats all that really matters. Most of us really appreciate your being here and sharing your wonderful builds with us. I've been a fan of yours for years and I'm really glad you keep on doing what you do. Just needed to say that. Build on! Mike.........thank you for your kind words........that means allot ..........I love to build models that are different......I love to challenge myself........if people like the project that I am building that makes my day...........if i can help someone that likes my idea and and want`s to know how I did it.......I will always help.........if I ever over look someone I apologize...........if people don`t like my projects or my work or point out my mistakes that`s cool........I have learned that it helps me be a better modeler.........I may not acknowledge it but, I remember sometimes?....... it helps because I do a variety of models........and I don`t know everything thing about every car...........and in a closing note........I love to build models..........thanks Edited May 31, 2013 by John Teresi
Davewilly Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 John...amazing and its not even done! totally killer so far and the engine is out of this world!
John Teresi Posted May 31, 2013 Author Posted May 31, 2013 (edited) Hello........thank you all for the kind comments..........I really do appreciate them .........I attached the master cylinder and plumbed the brake lines.........I made blower belt from medical bandage tape .......I hand drew the ribs and hand painted the pin- striping on the belt.......I also modified a steering box.......I made a tie rod and steering linkage ..........I will work on the radiator tomorrow.......thanks for looking. Edited May 31, 2013 by John Teresi
W-409 Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 WHAT?!... You....Handpainted.....The Pinstriping......On the Belt..... Let me pick my jaw from the floor.... T....... That looks Fantastic! That..... Oh well maybe it's just easier to post this one:
Randy D Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 Hi John, You are killin' this one my friend !!! Your detailing is second to none and always painted to perfection. Look forward to more, Randy
RocknRolla Posted May 31, 2013 Posted May 31, 2013 Most of you guys are lucky to be able to go into your local hobby store and pick up detail parts like linkages and wire etc,you have no chance over here in England,it's terrible as 99% of model shops/hobby shops have now gone and we have to order a majority of our stuff online and you don't know what you will get as you can't physically see it and the shipping costs from America are crazy! Anyhow John,it's looking awesome bud
horsepower Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 John if you get stuck on something, you can call Todd Vanboekel in Redding, he's listed in the book (T&T Vanboekel) I'm sure he;ll answer any questions you might have, he might even have some better pictures of the car both finished & under construction that might help you out.
Mooneyzs Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 John.... You are always blowing me away. Flat out Awesome work Brother!! That Belt is killer
f1fan Posted June 1, 2013 Posted June 1, 2013 John, You are a scratch building animal!!! Awesome work dude Jere
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