1970 Superbird [FINISHED]

That line on the hood is where an extension was added to lengthen the hood. that line is supposed to be there. its part of the extented nose design package. 

Thanks for the info.  I can see in some photos there is a faint seam there.  (I thought it was just a bend in the sheetmetal.)

I think filling it is still better (especially in this scale) than leaving it as large as the other panel lines as they show up much more prominently. 

I went to my first Daytona 500 in 1970. Pete Hamilton and Richard Petty set the pace with their Plymouth Superbirds. Those cars were just awesome. Unlike the other race cars on the track that day, those cars didn't roar when the went past. They whistled. Pete Hamilton went on to win the race that day.

I've been following your 1/43 scale car builds. The builds are always impressive. One of these days I'll attempt to build one of those cars.

Thanks Frank!

Scale-Master

Thanks for the info.  I can see in some photos there is a faint seam there.  (I thought it was just a bend in the sheetmetal.)

I think filling it is still better (especially in this scale) than leaving it as large as the other panel lines as they show up much more prominently. 

Maybe re-scribe it with a razor blade so it's there, but just barely visible?  That body actually looks very nice!

I remember the family driving home from church one Sunday afternoon, and we saw one of these going down the road.  My Dad pulled up beside it and started laughing when he discovered the driver looked to be in his 90's, and could barely see over the steering wheel.  Beautiful car, I can only imagine he got it as a deal, since they tended to just sit on dealer lots.   

Hmmm!

     This is interesting . Although I don't build this small, I did once. I built two for reviews an in club news letter whilst still a young man(Hah! In my late twenties). They were both Monogram Releases. I still have the one that piqued my interest then most. I chose the "Flat fendered" Cobra 289 kit!

     I not only wired the engine and underhood details, I opened the doors and the trunk as well as making the steering adjustable. Just to prove to myself I could do it. This was because of a desire to create R.C. ships and boats of a more manageable size! I thought"Why not try this level of detail on a car this small", then transfer knowledge gained to the Vessels!

      It worked, But I am still fascinated by your build. I just wish they would keep the trim and such in scale with the rest of the vehicle. Looking Good so far!

Finished:

Turned out great Mark.  And I like it in white

Well!

            Darned it she's Gorgeous! 1/43 You say.Hmmmm!

I'll second that TB! GORGEOUS!

Stay safe.

JIm 

Aha!    

       Therefore lies the tale. I have only two resin car kits. They are both 1/24 though. Window situation the same. Replaced both window sets with.010 Evergreen clear sheet. I have found over the years that the plastic used for windows in the  kits like this is, very similiar to packaging plastic which will yellow with age and also and more importantly, the plastic used Resists most regular Plastic glues!

       When I built the Cobra I replaced the very yellow windshield and side wings with the Evergreen. I am also doing the same with the 1/24 Valiant Signet(I don't remember who made this kit) Now in the Valiant I ran across another problem. got Three, Yes, Three wheel covers that were correct and one from Gosh knows where!

       I had to cast a fourth and for me  which, with my sensitivity to resins is strong, to say the least a chore. But I did it. Because of the scale I am going to open the trunk and hood as doors as well. All sanding and cutting has to be done in my small sanding tank which is a Tupperware shoe box filled with water. Hey!, Don't laugh! It works! 

        Remember-Build the model, You will! 

Hey, FOX;

       I think his choice of color was definitely right for this, for  sure!

Always loved Petty blue but that car looks great in that color. 

Stay safe.

Jim 

Stunning work there, especially when you consider it's 1/43!!  

Thanks Guys!

Fantastic job Scalemaster. I realy love that color. You aleays do an amazing job in all you do.