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Post by mykturk on Nov 13, 2014 7:55:33 GMT -6
Looking mighty wicked there Ira, but, try and see how it looks with the front axel set out in front of the body a little bit, rather than under it.
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Post by ira on Nov 13, 2014 14:16:30 GMT -6
Sticky Pipes!I just started using Aves Apoxy Sculpt. It is a thick epoxy Modeling Compound, that can fill Large Gaps and be Shaped.  After mixing the Apoxy, I rolled it into "Snakes". I stretched the Snakes to fill the grooves in the backside of the Headers.  Next I cut 2 lengths of Aluminum tubing to fit over the ends of the Headers.  More Coming... 
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Post by ira on Nov 13, 2014 18:53:42 GMT -6
Looking fine! Seeing it on the chassis is definitely a perception changer! Now, to be a "showrod" dragster, you'll need to add some rear fenders.  and a skeleton I Love the Skeleton Idea... |
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Post by ira on Nov 13, 2014 19:04:02 GMT -6
Smooth Pipes!I attached the 2 Lengths of Aluminum Tubing to the ends of the Pipes with Zap-A-Gap.  Then I put some Apoxy on the seam and pressed it to fit around pretty well.  Next I put a little water on my finger and smoothed the Apoxy down pretty well. I will still need to sand a little in the morning.  More Coming...
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Post by Dennis M on Nov 13, 2014 19:40:59 GMT -6
Looking good Ira.
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Post by ira on Nov 14, 2014 9:23:22 GMT -6
Looking mighty wicked there Ira, but, try and see how it looks with the front axel set out in front of the body a little bit, rather than under it. I am still undecided on the exact front axle position... |
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Post by ira on Nov 14, 2014 13:40:53 GMT -6
Shinny Pipes!I lightly Sanded the Pipes and Sprayed them with Tamiya Silver Leaf. I also added & painted a few more details.  I glued the Pipes in with Zap-A-Gap. I really like the look of the Aluminum Tubing at end of the Pipes.  Here is the other side.  More Coming...
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Post by knarf on Nov 16, 2014 0:24:29 GMT -6
this is looking great Ira  |
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Post by hobbybobby on Nov 16, 2014 18:00:53 GMT -6
Ira, my friend, this all looks super kool, please keep us with your great work more in amazement! |
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Post by ira on Nov 17, 2014 9:29:00 GMT -6
Protection!I cut out and added sheet plastic panels to the front of the Roll Cage and behind the Driver.  I brushed on some Flat Black Paint and then noticed a couple spots that needed Filling. Instead of using putty I added Formula 560 White Glue to the holes and gaps with a toothpick.  After the glue dried I brushed on another coat of Flat Black.  More Coming...
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Post by ira on Nov 17, 2014 18:45:45 GMT -6
Thanks Dennis!
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Post by ira on Nov 18, 2014 8:57:51 GMT -6
Moon Tanks!It seemed like almost every Model from the 1960's had a Moon Tank in it. There were very popular back then. I found 2 Moon Tanks in 2 different kits, not so easy to find Moon Tanks in the new kits. Here is one of the Tanks on the left side.  Here is the other one.  More Coming...
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Post by AL on Nov 18, 2014 20:35:09 GMT -6
incredible.
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Post by ira on Nov 21, 2014 11:29:58 GMT -6
this is looking great Ira |
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Post by ira on Nov 22, 2014 10:28:13 GMT -6
New Front Axle!Unfortunately I broke the Pie Wagon Axle so I ended up using the Axle Parts from Revell's 32 Ford Roadster. I stripped the chrome and sprayed them with Tamiya Silver Leaf.  After some minor modifications the 32 Axle fits in real nice.  Front View.  More Coming...
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Post by Dennis M on Nov 22, 2014 15:02:20 GMT -6
Amazing Ira' I love it.
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Post by ira on Nov 22, 2014 21:34:58 GMT -6
Moon Discs!I added modified Stabilizer Bars from Revell's 32 Ford to the Rear End.  I glued Moon Discs in the Rear Wheels and then glued the Rear Wheels & Tires in place.  The Other Side.  More Coming...
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Post by ira on Nov 23, 2014 8:25:00 GMT -6
Up On All Fours!Here is the Chassis with the Wheels & Tires attached.  The Other Side.  More Coming...
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Post by ira on Nov 24, 2014 8:47:25 GMT -6
Scoop, Seat & Tach!After removing the Seat Mounts, I added an old Revell Racing Seat. Than I attached the Scoop. The Gauges are from the parts box.  More Coming...
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Post by ira on Nov 25, 2014 8:44:30 GMT -6
Ira, my friend, this all looks super kool, please keep us with your great work more in amazement! So glad you are enjoying it... |
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Post by ira on Nov 25, 2014 8:55:01 GMT -6
Prime Time Mock-Up!The Body work is Finished! I sprayed on one last coat of Gray Primer for a even cover coat, then I sprayed White Primer over the Gray. This will be a good base coat for the Yellow.  Side View.  Rear.  More Coming...
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Post by ira on Nov 25, 2014 11:12:19 GMT -6
Camel Yellow!I sprayed a couple light coats of Tamiya "Camel Yellow" on the Beast.  Then I sprayed on a couple heavier coats of Yellow.  After the Yellow Dries, I'll start the Black!  More Coming...
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Post by ira on Nov 25, 2014 18:18:12 GMT -6
Paint It Black!I painted the inside of the Body with Flat Black, Water Base Acrylic, from Vallejo Paint. Any Acrylic mistakes can be wiped off the Yellow Paint with a wet Q-tip.  Top View.  More Coming...
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Post by ira on Nov 26, 2014 9:21:26 GMT -6
Two Tone!I decided to do the Windows Section in Black. I am going to hand paint the area with Flat Black Vallejo Paint. I started by laying a strip of stripping Tape along the Window Line. This gives me a straight line between the colors.  Next I hand painted the area, leaving the Stripping Tape in place.  Rear View.  More Coming...
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Post by ira on Nov 27, 2014 9:05:16 GMT -6
Thanks Al!
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Post by ira on Nov 27, 2014 12:40:29 GMT -6
MOON Decals!I started applying the MOON Decals! I got these Slixx Decals from Ebay and I was a little worried they might be old but they worked Very Well.  Rear View. More MOON Decals still to go.  More Coming...
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Post by TooOld on Nov 28, 2014 17:38:27 GMT -6
Seeing it up on wheels for the first time was a real treat , and the paint and decals look great ! |
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Post by ira on Nov 29, 2014 11:32:54 GMT -6
We Have A Driver!The Driver is a Tamiya Rally Driver, except his head, it was from the parts box. I painted him with Tamiya Camel Yellow and then applied a Black Wash.  Side View. I also added a couple of Fire Extinguishers and painted them Red & Silver.  More Coming...
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Post by ira on Nov 30, 2014 13:20:36 GMT -6
More MOON Decals!I added the Big MOON Decal on the front with a "GO! MOON" below it. I also added some small Detail & Sponsor Decals to the Engine & Chassis.  I brushed Testors Dullcote over the MOON Decals so that they blend in with the Flat Black. I also added some little Decals to the Driver and will probably add more later.  More Coming...
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Post by ira on Nov 30, 2014 13:27:46 GMT -6
Thanks Dennis!So glad you like the Beast...
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