nearsightedjohn Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 Here’s my latest car builds, the 1/25 AMT “Double Dragster” Kit built from the 2010 tin box re-release. I recall my older brother building this original AMT release in the late ‘50’s/ early ‘60’s (before my glue-sniffing days started); anyone know when this kit was originally tooled/ released? The parts required extensive re-work/ clean-up to make everything fit which lead to the removal of all chrome plating and Alclad application. Other than re-configuring the shifter location on the Fiat altered from the footwell to the driver’s right and plug wires, fuel lines and alternative decals, both cars were built OOB. I grew up close to Lion’s Drag Strip in Long Beach, CA and recall seeing drag cars similar to these two during an early visit there. I love these early years when the participants all had day jobs and the cars were mostly home-built in nearby garages and backyards. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeroenS Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 Niiice... the green looks very good and the interior looks great too. Proper dragsters. A suggestion if I may: drilling the exhaust ends would add realism in my opinion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco F. Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 Wow outstanding result!!! Both look fantastic!!! Reminds me that I have this kit somewhere in my cave and should search for it Marco F Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim R-T-C Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 Love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s.e.charles Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 wicked classic kits well done! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyW Posted February 16, 2020 Share Posted February 16, 2020 Beautiful builds, they look like they just rolled out of a 1963 copy of Car Craft. I have the kits tucked away in the loft. Seeing your builds makes me want to dig them out! Tony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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