The 2013 Automotive Group Build

I like the idea Eric, shorter duration though. What about  'Vettes and 'Stangs for 4 months from 1 January ?

I like both.

Cheers

Tony

Thanks Tony hehehe.

I think that would be a great idea for you to start another Group Build after this one is over. Corvettes. (not to exclude the ford guys, maybe Corvettes and thunderbirds)  :)

I started on the Charger. I decided not to do the General Lee paint scheme. I'm painting it flat black and putting some fat tires on the back hehehehe.

Later,

Eric

That's impressive EW. I have the Hurst Olds in my stash in an earlier boxing, and had the General Lee for some time when it was rare, before helping out a friend with it.

I'll tell you my miserable Corvette story. In 1993, I decided that it would be good on the 40th anniversary of the Corvette, to build a 1953, 63, 73, 83 and 93 Corvette. I started the AMT 53, but it was misformed and I never completed it. Nor did the project go any further. 20 years later, no progress, zilch, nix. Ha ha.

I've added your kits to the build roster. I'm looking forward to this.

Cheers

Tony

Thanks Tony.

I have 3 more I would like to add. I think I can finish them before the end of December.  The General Lee doesn't seem to have a lot of parts so it's next. :) Already washed and the chrome is stripping for tomorrow hehehehe

A REVELL 67 Corvette convertible:

An AMT 1969 Hurst Olds;

And a MPC General Lee Dodge Charger:

I think the quality of your builds is very consistent too EW, they all looked great when I looked over them on the build roster. I'm looking forward to the next one now :)

Cheers

Tony

Thanks Glenn.

The kit actually comes with two sets, one with the deep rear ones and one for standard tires.

Great job on the Chevelle! I like the wheel choice, not many kits are built with those.

Glenn

Thanks Tony.

It was a fun build. :)

Yeah it looks fantastic Eric. Man, that thing has some rubber across the back there. The metallic paint looks great too. I've updated the build roster. Awesome work Eric, congrats on it.

Cheers

Tony

Thanks Tony.

I finished it tonight. I think it came out good. The only thing is since the color is light the chrome trim doesn't show up that well.

Tony,

You can use this one as the completed photo.

Thanks for looking.

Eric.

The SS stripes look perfect Eric. Nice work. Will be pleased to see this one done, I think it will be stunning.

Cheers

Tony

Thanks Glenn.

I wanted to try running the plug wires on this one, but I don't have a drill bit small enough yet. Hopefully on the next one. :)

That's some super work, Eric!

Glenn

Thanks Tony.

Now that I have figured out how Alclad works I will never use kit chrome again hehehehe.

Here's what I got done tonight.

Got the SS stripes on, and after they dried, I sprayed the final coat of clear to seal them in.

Got the interior done.

Started on the custom exhaust.

Thanks for looking,

Eric.

Hi EW,

The engine looks great on the chassis. The Alclad II Chrome is a massive improvement on kit chrome, isn't it ?

Cheers

Tony

Here's what I got done today.

Sprayed the chrome using Alclad II. Once the clear coat dries for a couple of days I can finish up the trim stuff. :)

Got the wheels and tires put together and mounted. I didn't like the box rear tires so I replaced them.

And I got the drivetrain and wheel mounted along with the engine. I still have a little work to do on the exhaust. I'm going to make some chrome extensions cut on a 45 degree angle.

Thanks for looking,

Eric

Tony,

The color is Hyundai Natural Khaki. I got the two coats of clear sprayed today. I think it's shiny enough. :) The dusty look is the light reflecting off the metal flakes. I'm going to let it dry for a few days and then finish the emblems and trim. (yep those are my big ole' fingers in the reflection) :D

Also stripped the chrome off the wheels and painted them to look more like aluminum.

Also prepped and painted the stuff to be re-chromed gloss black.

And I have the engine pretty much done, just waiting on the valve covers and air cleaner.

It was a busy weekend and i STILL HAVE ONE MORE DAY WOOHOO!!!!!!!

Later,

Eric

That's amazingly quick EW. Really nice work. It's the end of my weekend here, you done yet ? :) WHat Brand/color green ? Thanks for the offer on the cutters, I'll send you that PM.

Cheers

Tony

Hi all,

I got the body and hood painted today. I just might finish this one over the weekend. :)

Did actually get to do a little work today.

Thanks for looking.

Eric W.

Tony,

PM me your address and I would be happy to send you one.  I'm able to clip right up close with no problems with these things. :)

Like it EW. Adding it to the roster now. Unfortunately I don't have access to a Walmart in Australia.

Cheers

Tony

All,

I found the best sprue cutters I've ever used at Walmart. The were in the hobby section by were they sell the beads. These cut clean without pulling or breaking the plastic from the sprue. Even the thick stuff. Best thing is they were only 5 bucks.

Just thought I'd share... :D

Eric

Thanks for the thought Tony, I know in about 3-4 months from now, I'll be doing something and out of the blue I'll remember exactly where I put them. :)

I would like to replace the '57 with this one. It is a Revell 1970 Chevelle SS.

Thanks.

Hi EW,

It's dropped from the build roster. That's a real pain,  I wish I had some to offer you.

Cheers

Tony

Tony,

I need to drop the '57 Bel Air. I seem to have misplaced some parts so I'm going to box it up for now and hope I can remember where I put them. :) I can't finish it without them ( the little bullets on the hood). Still working on the Jag.

Thanks.

The Mini is coming along Eagle. Enjoy your vacation.

Cheers

Tony

Wow! The Vette looks awesome man!  You've done the south proud!

I'll be going on vacation for almost 3 weeks soon, but had some time to do more with the Mini.  I'm at a stand still right now......didn't realize I needed clear yellow and red!  Remember, it's my first car!

So here is where she sits now.  Not much detail for an Airfix kit, but I'm doing what I can to make her pretty!

Hi all,

Tony,

I really like the Alfa Romero. I used to like to watch the European races when I was younger. :)

Glenn, The Vette looks great! Nothing beats a Chevy. :) Always like to argue with the ford (lower case on purpose hehehe) boys. They usually lose. Go to any car show and raise the hoods on the fords. What will you see in most cases?? Yep Chevy engines. :) (There are a few fords that I will build tho, like a '70 Boss 302.

Sorry I haven't posted any progress on the '57 but I've been busy with work and honey do's. I hope to get some build time this weekend.

Later,

Eric

Excellent work Glenn.  I really like the finish. I think I'm going to have to get one of these. The interior looks great too. I've updated the build roster.

Cheers

Tony