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Post by Starryeyes on May 10, 2015 11:51:06 GMT -5
Ira, love this build, very imaginative....just wondering if you have the tread patterns going in opposite directions for a reason....or just for mock up? I guess,it would depending on which end is the front Don... !! |
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Post by bubbajoe on May 10, 2015 12:12:47 GMT -5
that is looking great.....i look forward to each of your updates
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Post by ira on May 10, 2015 16:59:20 GMT -5
I'm sure the gyros will keep it form face planting  this is coming out very nice...grabbing some popcorn and a front row seat  |
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Post by ira on May 11, 2015 9:57:57 GMT -5
Battlestar Galactica!I found these Engine End Caps, left over from a vintage Monogram Colonial Viper Kit Bash. They will be the covers for the Electric Engines in each Wheel.  I could have glued the Engine Ends on the outside of the Rims, but I thought they would look better recessed into the Rims. So I marked off some plastic to be removed.  After a lot of Grinding and Fitting and Sanding I got one of the Ends to fit inside!  More Coming...
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Post by ira on May 11, 2015 13:03:10 GMT -5
Thanks!
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Post by ira on May 12, 2015 11:44:11 GMT -5
Electric Wheels!First I sprayed the Wheels with DupliColor Grey Filler/Primer. Next I sprayed a couple of coats of Tamiya Silver Leaf.  Then I brushed a Black Wash on the center ribbed section.  More Coming...
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Post by brizio on May 13, 2015 8:23:37 GMT -5
These wheels are the REAL Turbine wheels!!! |
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Post by ira on May 16, 2015 9:14:22 GMT -5
Ira, love this build, very imaginative....just wondering if you have the tread patterns going in opposite directions for a reason....or just for mock up? Just a quick mock-up. They will both be facing forward when finished... |
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Post by ira on May 16, 2015 16:38:39 GMT -5
GYRO Box Pipes!I cut 2 lengths of Aluminum Tubing and glued them to the ends of the Tanks with Zap-A-Gap, as a shown.  Then I added a little White Glue and filled in the holes and gaps.  Rear View.  More Coming...
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Post by ira on May 17, 2015 9:42:35 GMT -5
Looking good! I said this time ago, and it is funny see how you use a parts box for your build! Truth is, I have a lot of Parts Boxes... |
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Post by ira on May 17, 2015 9:43:00 GMT -5
Rear End!Found this Dragster Rear End in the Parts Box. Perfect for the Dodger!  Front Under View.  More Coming...
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Post by Starryeyes on May 17, 2015 20:11:51 GMT -5
Ok .. Ira !!sooo ... what's the "Formula '56" I see lurking in the background brother?? is this a secret formula for jet fuel ??
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Post by ira on May 17, 2015 20:31:29 GMT -5
Ok .. Ira !!sooo ... what's the "Formula '56" I see lurking in the background brother?? is this a secret formula for jet fuel ?? Its White Glue for gluing Clear Parts. If you put on too much glue, you can wipe it off without leaving a film on the Clear. I also used it to fill the gaps near the Tubing... |
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Post by ira on May 18, 2015 8:58:07 GMT -5
that is looking great.....i look forward to each of your updates More Coming Soon... |
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Post by brizio on May 18, 2015 12:16:04 GMT -5
Looking better and better every time I check this post!
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this is coming out very nice...grabbing some popcorn and a front row seat 
