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Post by Mike on Oct 5, 2010 22:45:32 GMT -5
I was asked to build a replica of a guy's 1:1 car at a car show/fundraiser last month. I started on it today. The fun part is going to be all the different shades of black and setting them off against each other. Tonight I had some DVR time and spent the evening sanding and slicing body parts to line up properly and without major gaps. I've got some minor work on the rear spoiler piece to do yet but that should be easy to fix with some styrene strip. I'm seriously considering cutting the roof out to replicate the t-tops but I'm not sure if the guy would want that or not. I may call and ask him. That and I'd need a vacuform machine that I don't have. I'll also be printing my own SS decals for the side and back. The actual car and the started project.   |
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Post by fireguy14 on Oct 6, 2010 7:30:47 GMT -5
Cool project Mike, can't wait to see the results!
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Post by roadhawg on Oct 6, 2010 8:05:04 GMT -5
Yes, this is a VERY cool project, but I'm sure you're up to the task! Suggestion.....instead of cutting out the T-tops, simply scribe in the panel lines. That would give the impression of T-tops without having to do all that extra work!
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Oct 7, 2010 22:55:33 GMT -5
Nice project. What kit are you using?
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Post by Mike on Oct 8, 2010 12:05:11 GMT -5
Nice project. What kit are you using? The original Revell 35th anniversary kit. I've also got a "back up" kit of the motor city muscle series in case something goes severely wrong. |
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Post by Mike on Oct 9, 2010 20:40:05 GMT -5
I'm awaiting a new tool to complete a body mod on this one. I'm using an old build up for the t-top set up. Revell molded in the t-tops on the 98 Ram Air and they are identical to the t-tops on the Camaro I'm building. Once I get my new saw, the tops will come off! devile I will also have to locate and cut out the side running lights on the rear bumper since they're not molded in.  |
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Post by Mike on Oct 19, 2010 21:01:28 GMT -5
Well, I couldn't have done this twice if I tried. I got the top lines up, pillars lined up, and the window fits like a glove! ;D ;D I have to put a spot of putty and fill in a couple spots, plus rescribe a bit of weather stripping, but it's well on its way!  I truly needed this build I think, as it's really caused me to evaluate my building skills and what I've learned over the last 7 years since returning to the hobby.   |
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Oct 19, 2010 22:14:48 GMT -5
Awesome stuff Mike.
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Post by Mike on Oct 24, 2010 22:42:32 GMT -5
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Post by fireguy14 on Oct 25, 2010 15:37:47 GMT -5
Fantastic work Mike!
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Oct 25, 2010 15:47:32 GMT -5
Looking good. Love that chassis detail
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Post by Mike on Oct 31, 2010 15:53:17 GMT -5
Here's the first coat of black with the un-detailed interior so far. The rear running lights were cut out on the other side of the rear bumper last night and painted. This black paint is "OK" and my smoothest to date. I still need to give it a wet-sand and smooth it out, re-shoot and clear it. It's funny that I'm basically polishing the primer before I spray the black. giggle I also added valve stems to the rims and got the lug nuts painted gray. I've yet to give a black wash to the under chassis and rims to make them "pop"  |
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Nov 1, 2010 11:13:49 GMT -5
Nice work Mike.
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Post by Mike on Nov 2, 2010 19:28:43 GMT -5
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Post by Mike on Nov 4, 2010 22:40:40 GMT -5
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Post by Nacho Z on Nov 5, 2010 4:18:35 GMT -5
Looks great so far Mike.
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Post by Mike on Nov 6, 2010 15:29:48 GMT -5
A few frustration hours, clamps and glue, the interior is in place. The dash was twisting on something for some reason. Next will be the windows, and front end/headlights, and some engine bay detailing. Wish me luck...   |
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Nov 6, 2010 19:21:48 GMT -5
Thats lookin super sharp Mike.
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Post by fireguy14 on Nov 7, 2010 8:38:49 GMT -5
Looking great Mike!
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Post by roadhawg on Nov 7, 2010 18:30:58 GMT -5
That is one fine paint job! This is really going to be nice!
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Post by Mike on Nov 7, 2010 23:16:05 GMT -5
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Nov 7, 2010 23:35:32 GMT -5
Turned out great Mike. Nice build.
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Post by fireguy14 on Nov 8, 2010 4:11:36 GMT -5
Outstanding job Mike!
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Post by roadhawg on Nov 8, 2010 12:15:24 GMT -5
Beautiful! Simply beautiful!
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Post by Nacho Z on Nov 9, 2010 5:19:44 GMT -5
You are sure to have one very happy customer. They are going to love it. Good job!
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Post by Gary Kulchock on Nov 9, 2010 7:18:32 GMT -5
;D Nice job Mike. Love that interior color combination. ;D
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Post by Mike on Nov 9, 2010 13:17:32 GMT -5
Thank you guys. Unfortunately, I am out of white decal paper, so until I round some up, the decals will be delayed. GRRRRR!!!
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Post by Mike on Nov 10, 2010 0:49:14 GMT -5
Thanks again guys for the comments. Here's a shot of the finished undercarriage and the engine bay that I added some detail to tonight. The decals are printed and drying so tomorrow this character will officially be DONE.   |
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Post by fireguy14 on Nov 10, 2010 8:01:54 GMT -5
Fantastic job Mike! Really like how you did the exhaust system.
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Post by swamprat on Dec 1, 2010 7:55:18 GMT -5
Superbly done, Mike.
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