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Post by 67impala427 on Jan 24, 2009 22:19:47 GMT -5
OK, now for my next build. I had so much fun building my '69 GTX Custom, I thought I'd do it again. This time it's the Revell '71 GTX. It's 1/24 scale. I think it's an old Monogram retool. Not as detailed as the other kit but that doesn't matter as I do a lot of scratch building anyway. I havent decided on the engine yet. I may do something modern or maybe a Ross Gibson. I already opened the doors and hood. Next I'll be tubbing the chassis for larger profile wheels and tires. I already have somewhat of a paint scheme thought up but not sure what colors. Alex.  |
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Jan 24, 2009 23:23:04 GMT -5
Wow. He is building again. J/K Looks like the start of another great build.
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Post by Nacho Z on Jan 24, 2009 23:54:23 GMT -5
Can't wait to see the progress on this one. Keep us updated.
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Post by fireguy14 on Jan 25, 2009 8:20:34 GMT -5
Sweet!
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Post by 62ss on Jan 25, 2009 10:22:07 GMT -5
Great looking Mopar.
I have one of these in my stash so I'll be watching this build.
Keep us posted!
Ed
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Post by 67impala427 on Jan 25, 2009 14:51:43 GMT -5
I'll keep you guys posted. Don't expect too much too soon. You know how I am. I just have to change, update or modify everything when I build something and it always takes me longer than expected.
Alex.
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Post by jeryd on Jan 25, 2009 20:46:49 GMT -5
I will be watching!
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Post by gautreau on Jan 26, 2009 0:42:38 GMT -5
Can't wait to see more on this one.
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Post by willysurvive on Jan 26, 2009 11:22:48 GMT -5
Cool, can't wait to see more of this one.
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Post by 67impala427 on Feb 3, 2009 0:04:33 GMT -5
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Post by gautreau on Feb 3, 2009 0:11:06 GMT -5
Lookin' good Alex.Keep the progress comin'.
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Post by willysurvive on Feb 3, 2009 1:45:21 GMT -5
Holy wheels Batman!!! Neat lookin. What did those wheels come out of?
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Post by Gary Kulchock on Feb 3, 2009 7:03:28 GMT -5
How are you going to attack the strengthening of the window post?
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Post by jeryd on Feb 3, 2009 17:26:58 GMT -5
Nice job on the inner fenders!
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Post by 67impala427 on Feb 3, 2009 17:33:26 GMT -5
I got the wheels off of Ebay some time ago. I purchassed 3 different sets. One set, I used on my '69 GTX. I don't remember the seller. I think they came off of a diecast. As for strengthening the window post. Once I finish with the body mods that would put stress on them, I'll use thin metal rod and cement on the underside to bolster the post. I already broke both of them from the body.
Alex.
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Post by 67impala427 on Feb 16, 2009 23:10:06 GMT -5
Those that know my building style know that I like 'em low. In keeping with that style I am making mods to the chassis that reflect this. I'm adding a notch or hump to house the axle for the rear end as the rear wheels and tires are rather large. Once the bond is set I'll remove the old material from under the hump and brace it with styrene or metal rod. I also cut the old tubs out of the chassis and will be fabricating new larger ones. I think I will fabricate a 4 link suspension to finish the rear end off. Alex.    |
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Post by 67impala427 on Apr 20, 2009 23:59:08 GMT -5
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Post by willysurvive on Apr 21, 2009 9:44:25 GMT -5
Lookin' really good Alex. Your builds always impress me.
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Apr 21, 2009 18:20:57 GMT -5
Looking good Alex. Nice to see you back at the bench. Now we just have to get you out here for one of our club road trips.
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Post by 67impala427 on Apr 21, 2009 22:50:19 GMT -5
Looking good Alex. Nice to see you back at the bench. Now we just have to get you out here for one of our club road trips. Man, that really would be a road trip for me coming all the way from Texas. I got plenty of room though. I can seat 9 in my Tahoe. Alex. |
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Post by fireguy14 on Apr 22, 2009 7:04:20 GMT -5
Very cool stuff Alex!
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Post by gautreau on Apr 23, 2009 20:27:24 GMT -5
Great to see you back at this on Alex.
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Post by 67impala427 on Apr 24, 2009 17:58:29 GMT -5
It's good to be back working on it. I'll be delayed a little on the rear end as I realized that I was missing some pieces to the puzzle. I should get some work done on it in the next day or so though.
Alex.
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Post by 67impala427 on Apr 27, 2009 22:45:11 GMT -5
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Post by fireguy14 on Apr 27, 2009 23:12:41 GMT -5
Cool!
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Post by 67impala427 on Apr 28, 2009 23:43:13 GMT -5
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Post by Gary Kulchock on Apr 29, 2009 6:14:21 GMT -5
That is a very interesting concept. How much movement will this give the rear suspension? This will make for a very clean looking setup. Nice craftsmanship by the way.
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Post by Nacho Z on Apr 29, 2009 16:23:27 GMT -5
Very cool Alex. Looks great so far. Keep posting the in-progress pics. It is nice to see all of the work that goes into these great looking models.
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Post by 67impala427 on Apr 29, 2009 22:45:55 GMT -5
That is a very interesting concept. How much movement will this give the rear suspension? This will make for a very clean looking setup. Nice craftsmanship by the way. Well Gary, from my mock ups and test fitting there seems to be a good amount of movement space at least for the lower links. The whole purpose for the channels. The upper links shouldn't be a problem as I can make the tunnels as tall as I need them. This car will have a very low profile as far as the ride height is concerned so I won't need that much play. My plan is to build it as functional as possible as if the set up would and could work on an actual 1:1 car. Alex. |
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Apr 30, 2009 20:28:02 GMT -5
Very cool craftsmanship Alex. I like your style of building.
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