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Post by yelo on Dec 25, 2006 13:37:46 GMT -5
I,m in for the interior so will be good to know the color so I could match the interior...
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Post by kod38 on Dec 26, 2006 13:02:23 GMT -5
I,m in for the interior so will be good to know the color so I could match the interior... That's what I was thinking. I wanted to do a little detail painting and paint bead locks I am going to attatch to the wheels. I think I will just pick a color like charcoal grey or someting that goes with anything. Doug I am just gonna go with blue details,was hoping to have the body color a charcoal grey metallic with grey interior? Hopefully that's cool with Tommy? Maybe someone knows his email and can check to see if he has any different color idea? |
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Post by roadhawg on Dec 26, 2006 14:57:07 GMT -5
I`ll deal with whatever you guys do....I probably won`t even decide myself until I see it! All I know is Bobby said he "Likes those wild Mopar colors"......lol!
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Dec 26, 2006 14:58:20 GMT -5
Paint it any color you want too.
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Post by kod38 on Dec 26, 2006 15:43:59 GMT -5
I just apinted the bead locks blue,lets go with grey interior because it's really neutral to any color.
The blue bead locks will go with just about any color too,I just needed the locks to stand out.
I will mock back up when I fix the locks to the wheels for your input.
I need to make 6 shocks and all the mounts still.
Thanks Tommy-you should be safe with any color.
Doug
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Post by kod38 on Dec 26, 2006 17:52:19 GMT -5
Just did some wheel details and added bead locks.I think it makes the tires look more burly. I did a matching spare,I just need to drill out the hub and lug nut holes for it. Doug You can also see a few more suspension details now.    |
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Post by bigjeepzz on Dec 29, 2006 21:32:50 GMT -5
Looks good Doug.
Jake
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Post by kod38 on Dec 30, 2006 19:41:40 GMT -5
Threw together a front bumper today. Also decided to just use regular type shocks from the Aoshima toyota 4x4 kit,they have boots and look like regular rancho shocks. I may add a winch under the bumper still. The bumper should also fit closer to the body when final assembly is done. Doug  |
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Post by yelo on Dec 31, 2006 10:35:26 GMT -5
Why not make an attachement point front and rear for the winch? I could plan a space for the winch inside the cab and imagine the guy owning the truck takes it out when he need's it... One of my friend rigs is equip like that, it's not as strong as a bolted set up but it as the advantage of protecting is winch from wheater and thieves...
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Post by kod38 on Dec 31, 2006 13:39:20 GMT -5
OK guys,
I am almost done with my part.
I just painted the first shock color-I am gonna just do single shocks like rancho rs 5000's
All I really have left is to make the front mounts.
I flat blacked the frame and chassis and it looks pretty good.
The winch I have may not work?
I am gonna send it in the kit in case Rene can do something with it.
Adam or Rene- the interior and chassis fit may need some mod to get everything sitting correct.
I just have it taped for mock up,but can tell we may have some minor issues.
Doug
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Post by a2race on Dec 31, 2006 23:56:05 GMT -5
OK guys, I am almost done with my part. I just painted the first shock color-I am gonna just do single shocks like rancho rs 5000's All I really have left is to make the front mounts. I flat blacked the frame and chassis and it looks pretty good. The winch I have may not work? I am gonna send it in the kit in case Rene can do something with it. Adam or Rene- the interior and chassis fit may need some mod to get everything sitting correct. I just have it taped for mock up,but can tell we may have some minor issues. Doug no biggie....thats what modeling is about, right?? LOL adam |
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Post by kod38 on Jan 2, 2007 21:53:05 GMT -5
No kidding Adam.LOL! I got the rear shocks on-not real happy with the mounting,but they look like rancho's. I just need to figure out the front upper mounts which I would normally do before painting the chassis.DUH! I want to keep it until next weekend so I can take it to my model club meeting.The only off road models they ever see are when I do them.LOL! And this looks pretty burly. Doug  |
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Post by yelo on Jan 2, 2007 22:47:38 GMT -5
I already started the cage work on mine this week, will have pics soon for you...
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Post by kod38 on Jan 6, 2007 17:07:43 GMT -5
Rene,
I am gonna hold on to this one more week so I can take it to my model club meeting.
Then I will mail it out that monday or tues.
I only have 1 shock hoop to make today. I did not realize the aoshima shocks were 2 different lengths until I went to make some hoops,LOL!
So I had to cut 1 shock shorter.
Doug
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Post by kod38 on Jan 7, 2007 18:40:45 GMT -5
I am done now. Will mail it out next moday or tues. Doug   |
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Jan 7, 2007 18:42:56 GMT -5
I like the way it looks. Great job on the suspension Doug.
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Post by yelo on Jan 7, 2007 19:49:36 GMT -5
OK! Will wait for it to come by... but in the mean time, here's some pics of what I've done so far...    As you can see, I've did my best to hide as much of it as I can but, un fortunatly, it's not finished and some tubes will be more visible... |
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Post by kod38 on Jan 8, 2007 1:18:41 GMT -5
Sweet!
It is cool to see some of the cage I think.
Sorry it took me so long,I had a hard time getting the fire going.LOL!
Doug
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Post by roadhawg on Jan 8, 2007 3:54:52 GMT -5
You guys have done an AWESOME job so far!! This is looking great!
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Post by a2race on Jan 8, 2007 13:17:13 GMT -5
most cages SHOULD be hidden.....nothing worse than a race car model with the cage hanging down it the middle of the window...LOL....no offense to anyone just my opinion...but i think you did a GREAT job on it...adam
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Post by kod38 on Jan 16, 2007 1:11:05 GMT -5
Ok guys.
I took it to my modelers club meeting (SABA).
I got a few guys asking about it.
When it was my turn to talk about what I brought and what we were doing the place lit up with questions.
They could not beleive that this was a just because deal and that no money was changing hands.LOL!
I told them about Bobby and his support of other forums and his always there to help attitude.
They were floored about this idea. Most do not visit internet forums and now alot want to know about them.
I am gonna take a printed list of model forums next month and hand them out.
Anyway,I just boxed it up with a few rally car parts for Rene' and will mail it tomorrow.
I threw in 3 H.I.D lights for Rene's roof rack if he goes that route?
Doug R
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Jan 16, 2007 17:42:44 GMT -5
Sweet deal Doug. That's what the forums are all about. One big family thats spread out across the world. Can't wait to see how it turns out. Great job on the lift and Rene is making a killer cage.
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Post by kod38 on Jan 16, 2007 18:09:47 GMT -5
I air mailed it today!!!
Doug
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Post by yelo on Jan 16, 2007 20:56:57 GMT -5
Cool! Will wait for it to come by...
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Post by yelo on Jan 17, 2007 21:37:04 GMT -5
As it is guys, I'm running behind on differents project I have going on and I fear that I might old on to the blazer too long to complete the interior and paint it. I might have to complete the cage and position the seats and send it on it's way to the next builder, is everyone OK with that???
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Post by kod38 on Jan 18, 2007 0:19:28 GMT -5
Maybe we can find someone to jump in for you Rene'.
I will post in the general area or 4x4 area.
Or maybe Roadhawg could do the interior paint as well since he is gonna paint the exterior??
Thanks alot.
Yes,just finish the cage and position the seats if you could.
Doug
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Post by kod38 on Jan 18, 2007 9:50:52 GMT -5
Tommy said he would jump in where you leave off Rene'
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Post by kod38 on Jan 24, 2007 22:53:54 GMT -5
Guys,
Rene' has the blazer.
One wheel came off,but should be ok.He said it may have come off during unwrapping it.
I gave him Tommy's email so he can send it to him when Rene' is done.
I Rene is gonna take it to his model club meeting?
I would encourage that and tell the story of what we are doing.My club thought it was a really cool idea.
Doug
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Post by roadhawg on Jan 25, 2007 9:17:22 GMT -5
I`m here guys. Just been busy with work....whenever you get ready, let me know. I would like to take it to my club meeting too, if possible. I have a few ideas in my head...should be interesting!
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Post by yelo on Jan 25, 2007 17:38:38 GMT -5
Doug, You're too fast, I didn't even had time to post that I received it....
Next club meeting is on the 17 so don't expect it to be shipped before that, By then, I should have time to finish my part...
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