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Post by Deleted on Mar 31, 2015 12:03:04 GMT -7
Hey peeps! Bandit is back here again,  with quite the cult classic of a muscle car...the Vanishing Point 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T! As I am a beginner, it is not the most detailed/professional build that you've ever seen, but it is okay. So far I have the body/hood painted, and gotten the chassis all ready. Here are the issues: I don't have the 1 out of 4 headlights, nor do I have all the wheels/tires, nor do I have the rear panel, nor do I have either bumper, *catches some air*, nor do I have the rear taillights, nor do I have the steering wheel...I could go on ALL DAY about the parts I lack, LOL! So in other words, what you will see is not a complete automobile. What I did for the wheels is just some temporary pinewood derby wheels/axles, and later I will have to find some suitable wheels/tires for the Challenger. Anyway, here 'tis as of now:
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Post by CoyoteCrunch on Mar 31, 2015 12:17:14 GMT -7
You know, she may not be complete, but here is an idea....... Grab yourself a display stand / case, add some grass, throw in a little dirt and on her, maybe a tree to put her up against, with a barn nearby, and you would have one cool diorama! |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 31, 2015 13:58:08 GMT -7
That's great thinking CC, it would still look great as an " after the chase" build.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 31, 2015 16:51:05 GMT -7
yes it would  |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 1, 2015 7:27:05 GMT -7
Yeah! Good thinking, an after-the-chase diorama sounds fitting. Thanks peeps |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 2, 2015 10:55:54 GMT -7
Ok peeps, so I decided it actually would look nicer without all the dirt/wrecked-up look "after the chase". Good idea though! Anyway, so I, today being a great day outside, decided it would be a perfect time to do a repaint. Yes, I happened to overlook the fact that there was some "run" on the lower sides of each door, and some other minor spots. So yeah, here are a couple pics of the repaint so far. And soon, I will work on the replacement of the (many) missing parts. Attachment Deleted |
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Post by CoyoteCrunch on Apr 2, 2015 11:21:13 GMT -7
Got no picture
There was a scroll link to your hard drive though. Maybe we can get McGee from NCIS to hack your computer files and we could see it, LOL!!! JUS KIDDING!!
What I usually do to post pictures on here is to use photobucket
You upload your pictures to photobucket, (once you sign up for an account - its free) Then go to that picture, once you are there, click on the img button, (right side of the page, bottom button) when it flashes yellow at you, then you come back here and paste that link, then once you post the message TADA - it's there!! |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 2, 2015 11:59:06 GMT -7
Ok now I fixed it, and oh sorry I didn't see the reply coyotecrunch, I was editing it, thanks though.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2015 6:26:19 GMT -7
Ok peeps, so far the body/hood repaint job is complete...I personally think that this is my best paint job on a model car I've ever done! Also got the same kit again to replace all the missing parts. Thoughts on progress? I think I'm finally getting to be a pro, at least in my world LOL! Anyway I might, depending, get to painting the chassis/interior etc. today. Keep an eye out, 10-4!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2015 6:30:17 GMT -7
Hmm...I can't figure out why It doubled the 2nd pic...sorry LOL
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2015 10:16:46 GMT -7
it's lookin good HB1 i personally would say if you've impressed yourself then you've done well. as you may know, we are all our own worst critics. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2015 13:28:39 GMT -7
Thats lookin good! NICE white paint job too! What brand is that kit? Looks to be the AMT versions as Revell does one and I know Monogram did years ago......
What engine came with that the 340 six pack?
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Post by CoyoteCrunch on Apr 3, 2015 19:49:00 GMT -7
So very true knarf - we are most definitely our own worst critics
Paint looks good!! White can be as tough as black, especially when the small details come into play, or decals. Keep it up!! |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2015 6:57:51 GMT -7
Thanks for all the support guys, I feel like this forum is totally where I belong! And Hemi - here's a link to the kit I got, except I went to a store instead of online, but anyway here's the same one: linkAnd yeah it really is just a regular '70 Challenger kit, but I'm painting it white to look like the one from Vanishing Point. And since it's a 2-in-1, it came with the 340 "SIX PAK" for the T/A version, and the 440 Magnum Six Pack for the R/T version. I love the ol' Challengers... |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2015 11:03:48 GMT -7
HB1,
Yep I got that same kit too. I was wondering which kit of the '70 Challenger you got is all as there are a couple different versions of it..
GREAT kit I have to say!
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2015 15:38:57 GMT -7
Yep...'MERICA! |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 5, 2015 10:45:10 GMT -7
Ok, so I just got the painting done of the chassis/interior and body panels... Attachment Deleted
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Post by Deleted on Apr 5, 2015 12:51:49 GMT -7
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Post by CoyoteCrunch on Apr 5, 2015 12:54:21 GMT -7
Nice, clean build!
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Post by stitchdup on Apr 5, 2015 13:29:33 GMT -7
Good job, looks like you had fun
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Post by Deleted on Apr 5, 2015 14:49:09 GMT -7
Nice clean build! ALWAYS a good feeling when they're done! What engine went into the ole Challenger?
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Post by CoyoteCrunch on Apr 5, 2015 15:58:39 GMT -7
Nice clean build! ALWAYS a good feeling when they're done! What engine went into the ole Challenger? I KNOW!! I KNOW!!
A plastic one......... running-around-smiley-emoticon
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Post by Deleted on Apr 5, 2015 16:08:15 GMT -7
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Post by gardnerpag44 on Apr 5, 2015 16:51:31 GMT -7
That was a good one CC  |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 5, 2015 17:20:29 GMT -7
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Post by Deleted on Apr 5, 2015 17:27:30 GMT -7
He sure it...... LOL
He's the funny one, I'm the sick & twisted one Frank I'm just not sure on you and Paul is Mr Serious....... lmao running-around-smiley-emoticon
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Post by Deleted on Apr 5, 2015 17:30:06 GMT -7
not sure? good! keep 'em geussin i say smiley-scared002
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Post by gardnerpag44 on Apr 5, 2015 18:11:26 GMT -7
This a very clean build well done I like what you done here , now I want build one give some thing new to start on |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 5, 2015 23:20:46 GMT -7
That has turned out great mate, nice paint on it too, so what's next?? |
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with quite the cult classic of a muscle car...the Vanishing Point 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T! As I am a beginner, it is not the most detailed/professional build that you've ever seen, but it is okay. So far I have the body/hood painted, and gotten the chassis all ready. Here are the issues: I don't have the 1 out of 4 headlights, nor do I have all the wheels/tires, nor do I have the rear panel, nor do I have either bumper, *catches some air*, nor do I have the rear taillights, nor do I have the steering wheel...I could go on ALL DAY about the parts I lack, LOL! So in other words, what you will see is not a complete automobile. What I did for the wheels is just some temporary pinewood derby wheels/axles, and later I will have to find some suitable wheels/tires for the Challenger. Anyway, here 'tis as of now:
