Ian Posted November 4, 2012 Share Posted November 4, 2012 Kit - Monogram Paint - Humbrol & Xtracolour enamels Decals - Wetworks (WW67) & Powerslide tyre decals Extras - None As usual there were some fitt issues, but because I've built a few of these old Monogram stockers, I was ready for them. I was expecting the rear axle & suspension to snap loose when I pushed the rear tyres into place and it did... doesn't bother me any more, it isn't going into a competition, it's going into my display cabinet along with it's brothers. What was a revelation was the way the decals performed. I reckon I've had them in-stock since the early 1990's and they behaved impeccably. A testament to incredible quality control. Looking forward to the next one now... ...talk about fast food . Thanks for taking the time to look, as ever all comments, questions, suggestions and criticism are welcome. AFN Ian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted November 4, 2012 Share Posted November 4, 2012 That's lovely Ian, I think Nascars (well, all cars really!) of that era had so much more character. And when you keep building cars in my favourite colour schemes, I think they're doubly good!! Great model!! Keef 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPARKER Posted November 12, 2012 Share Posted November 12, 2012 Awesome build, just wish we could easily get NASCAR kits as I would build them all the time. Si Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troffa Posted December 27, 2012 Share Posted December 27, 2012 Great looking drive Ian, got a few NASCAR kits in the stash now and plan to start one very soon- looking forward to the T-Bird! One question (out of many) for you, Are there a finite number of Car designs for each season of NASCAR? i.e.- Say I wanted to set up a Troffa Racing Team, would I have to choose between that years Dodge, or Ford to race or could I build a Audi to enter as long as It was based on the NASCAR chassis and engine specifications and Mr France Jr said it was OK? The 2013 Ford Fusion looks stunning to me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spad Posted December 27, 2012 Share Posted December 27, 2012 Great build! Love the Skoal livery. What green did you use? cheers Rick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted December 27, 2012 Author Share Posted December 27, 2012 One question (out of many) for you, Are there a finite number of Car designs for each season of NASCAR?i.e.- Say I wanted to set up a Troffa Racing Team, would I have to choose between that years Dodge, or Ford to race or could I build a Audi to enter as long as It was based on the NASCAR chassis and engine specifications and Mr France Jr said it was OK? Well AFAIK the 'Camry' (the only 'foreign' car since a Jag in the late 1940's), that's been on the circuit since 2009 is simply the CoT bodyshell with new decals etc, just like every other car that's racing today. To be honest, here is so little difference in body designs now that NASCAR has mandated the CoT, I have absolutely no interest in the 'sport' now. Which brings me to your question. An Audi bodied NASCAR racer.... absolutely brilliant, What If stock-cars could be a whole new way to go. Build it and have fun, although I'm guessing you may have to do a fair amount of cutting and/or sectioning to get an Audi bodyshell to sit over an integrated NASCAR chassis/rollcage. Good luck. Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Posted December 27, 2012 Author Share Posted December 27, 2012 What green did you use?cheers Rick Good old Humbrol #3 straight from the tinlet, cut with around 40% cellulose thinners. Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted December 27, 2012 Share Posted December 27, 2012 Well AFAIK the 'Camry' (the only 'foreign' car since a Jag in the late 1940's), that's been on the circuit since 2009 is simply the CoT bodyshell with new decals etc, just like every other car that's racing today. To be honest, here is so little difference in body designs now that NASCAR has mandated the CoT, I have absolutely no interest in the 'sport' now. Didn't that all start because of Smokey Yunnick's 7/8th scale car?? (not sure if it was actually 7/8ths, but it was smaller than a 'stock' car!!) This eventually led to the shape templates to ensure all the cars were the same shape & size and ultimately the amorphous c.o.t. blobs of today, IIRC.. Like you, I have little or no interest in current NASCAR, wouldn't have a clue who's still driving or who's the current champion..... Keef Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ancient mariner Posted December 27, 2012 Share Posted December 27, 2012 Nice :goodjob: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madmonk Posted December 29, 2012 Share Posted December 29, 2012 Great build, love the scheme. Sparker, try www.mikesdecals.com they have an outstanding selection of decals and "donor vehicle" kits to apply them to. Though hey are in the States the postage isn't that bad. The donor kits start at about $6 up to $30. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunnylurve Posted December 30, 2012 Share Posted December 30, 2012 Loving it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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