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Post by SKR on Dec 7, 2008 20:19:02 GMT -7
Here is a project I'm excited about. It is my first shot at casting resin bodies. Pretty much as I figured I have a lot to learn but am not one to give up so easily. I have a few other bodies that I'll be working with this week. The motor is a TM427 resin motor and the wheels are by Pro Tack which can be purchased from www.tsshobbies.com |
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Post by da big ragu on Dec 7, 2008 20:23:56 GMT -7
 sam that is great i have a hot weels diecast just like it and always thought it should be done looks like a winner !!!!!!!
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iowajeff
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Jeff Sandage- Iowa
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Post by iowajeff on Dec 7, 2008 22:35:06 GMT -7
All Right! very cool! Looks clean no pickup shoes. Is the body post in the back or is it hooked to the motor?
iowajeff
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Post by scottman2007 on Dec 8, 2008 4:18:34 GMT -7
Are those rear tires that are on the car any good for traction or racing???Thats on cool ride,now add a short top fuel wing to the back sticking up,LOL.....fuel Altered!!!!!!!!
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Post by SKR on Dec 8, 2008 4:22:14 GMT -7
I tried running this type of pick up system a while back. It eliminates the pick up shoes and springs. All it is, is braid solder to the metal plate on the chassis. The braids are folded to give them a little spring that allows for down pressure to the rails. As far as running them and seeing any performance gain? none that I've found. It does give the car a clean look. I'm not sure if I'll leave this on the car or go with a regular pick up system. No body mounts yet. This is a small body which is part of the reason I decided to use this one as my first try with resin. I'll make a custom mounting system for either the back or do something with the sides.  |
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Post by SKR on Dec 8, 2008 4:24:19 GMT -7
Scott, the rear tires are from Aj's (part # 3200b) they acutually do hook up pretty well. They fit great on these Pro Track wheels. Yeah I agree, This would make a great looking Altered.
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Post by bondoman2k on Dec 8, 2008 6:01:26 GMT -7
VERY Nice Sam! ;D 2 questions...where'd the 'master' come from for that? And, on those wheels..is there a way to order from TSS directly off the site, or do I need to contact them? Wanted to check out prices but couldn't find a way to do it from the site.  Good to see Pro Track doin HO wheels now, they've been doin great 1/24 wheels a LOOONG time (since the '80's or before!) That pickup system is kinda intresting too!!  ;D Ron (Bondo)  |
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Post by SKR on Dec 8, 2008 6:10:02 GMT -7
Ron, this was a Hot Wheels. 33 Ford I think?
The best way to get some of those wheels is to give Tom a call at Tss Hobbies. I've actually had these wheels for a few years now. IMO they are the best looking aluminum wheels around for HO cars. They have some cool directional wheels also.
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iowajeff
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Jeff Sandage- Iowa
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Post by iowajeff on Dec 8, 2008 8:24:43 GMT -7
I got mine set at ncphobbies.com (sorry don't know how to link).
Sam did you use that kit they have at hobby lobby?
iowajeff
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Post by SKR on Dec 14, 2008 17:15:59 GMT -7
Yeah Jeff, It's one of the starter kits.
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Post by johnbalich on Dec 14, 2008 20:01:26 GMT -7
ncphobbies.com
(north coast performance hobbies)
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Post by SKR on Nov 22, 2009 15:34:20 GMT -7
This one sat on the bench for awhile. Starting to look a little better now. Made a new mold for the body. Molded this one in black and added Scale Auto Modeling Flame decals (ebay). Topped it off with HOK clear.   |
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Post by slotman55 on Nov 22, 2009 18:27:39 GMT -7
Sam it looks just right.
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Post by hilltopspeedway on Nov 22, 2009 21:24:12 GMT -7
Yes Sir, She looks goooood!!! I likes them wheels!!! Thanks for pulling it off the bench... RM
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Post by rickvoegelin on Nov 23, 2009 8:41:46 GMT -7
Excellent job, Sam! Will you be adding this to the SKR body lineup? What are the sources for the great looking engine and wheels?
Thanks,
Rick V.
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Good to see Pro Track doin HO wheels now, they've been doin great 1/24 wheels a LOOONG time (since the '80's or before!)
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