1968 Dodge Charger R/T

[MikeyB08]

Working on a 1968 Dodge Charger R/T (Revell Special Edition). Excited for this build as I have heard great things about the kit going together well. Here's a small "Start-Up" post.

Here's an early Mock-Up of the charger. Not dead set on the wheels. Feel like they are too modern or flashy for a street runner.

Started working on the valve covers.

Valve Covers 01

Engine Stand (I was excited to build it. )

[Custom Mike]

I'm with you, for a street machine, the rims just don't quite fit. What did you use for the spark plug boots, they look good on those valve covers!

[MikeyB08]

Just some phone wire. 32 gauge wire fits it the boots perfectly. It's snug enough so it doesn't pull out but still allows you to make this small adjustments and never committing to glueing them in place.

[slusher]

Cool project. l want to watch this. l have wanted to build this kit but have not got to it yet...

[Dandydan]

This is a great kit-I've finished one and have a spare I'm unsure what to do with so far. You're off to a nice start!

[MikeyB08]

Thanks for the comments fella's. Here's a small update. Should be picking up my color tomorrow, looking at a Cherry Red or along those lines.

Here's the stock 440 V8. Will be placed on the engine stand for display.

Finally tried my hand at Spark Plug Wire Looms. Accidently skipped my front looms.

Hood Set-Up. White area will be main body color. Still needs some touching up.

Hood Top View.

Think I may have my wheels to use. Will see once I get my color on.

Also got a start on the interior.

Edited October 9, 2013 by MikeyB08

[Dinky]

Nice start!

Last wheels look much better than the big ones.

How did you made the grey line on the seats?

[Davewilly]

looking good!

[MikeyB08]

It's sewing thread.

[MoparWoman Jamie]

Dude, I love how you started to doing your interior!

[MikeyB08]

It's really easy and a really cheap way to heighten your interior. Sewing thread and a needle. Use the needle to place a small amount of superglue where ever you want to start your line, then just repeat the process following seat lines. Also looks good on Dash Boards and door panels. Plus the good thing about thread is the color choices. If you need some pictures or a simple how-to, I can throw one up tomorrow.

[ctoelle]

If you need some pictures or a simple how-to, I can throw one up tomorrow.

Please do put up a tutorial. I would like to do this myself

[MikeyB08]

Will have one up today.

[crazyjim]

I'd like to see the thread tutorial as well.

[Dinky]

I'd like to see the thread tutorial as well.

+ 1

[MikeyB08]

Here's how I use sewing thread for my interior.

Materials needed:

-Tape

-Super Glue

-Needle or Small Wire (Needs to be relatively stiff)

-Thread (Size thread I use is 40WT)

-XActo Knife

1) Start by gathering your materials.

2) Next lay down a piece of tap and squeeze a tiny amount of Super Glue on to the tape.

3) Using the needle or small piece of wire, lightly dip the end in the super glue. Place a dab of glue where you want to start your thread. I always try to find a place the is less noticeable as sometimes the thread can flare. In this case, it was the crack between the top and bottom of the seat.

4) Next place another dab of super glue along the interior line and follow with the thread. You may have to use multiple dabs when going around curves. Repeat until you have completed the interior line.

5) BE CREATIVE!! The most important thing I can say about using thread is take your time. If you find that it's frustrating you, put it down and walk away. Hope this helps. If anyone has any questions or needs further explains, send me a message or comment here. I'll help in anyway possible.

[crazyjim]

Very nice. Thanks for the info.

[MikeyB08]

Anytime.

[crazyrichard]

nice , i like the second saet of wheels and the hood looks great !

[MikeyB08]

Thanks. I'm pretty seat on the 2nd set as well. First ones just don't capture the car the way I want too. As far as the scoop goes, think it might end up red with the rest of the car. I've got a Hemi decal I want to place on it.

[slusher]

Very creative method for using thread....

[Dinky]

Thanks for the tutorial!!

[David G.]

Very cool! Thanks for the tips on thread-laying.

David G

[MikeyB08]

Anytime fellas. Always glad to help. Got my color this morning. Going to try out Krylons Dual Paint + Primer Gloss in Cherry Red. Got a small update coming sometime today.

[o-man]

Be careful with that stuff! It comes out thick and somewhat globby.