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Post by Calvin on Apr 2, 2011 3:20:25 GMT -5
A few more pics. I expect to have #20 finished this weekend, with #40 not far behind.    I think this post should of been on pg 20 first  |
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Post by Chris on Apr 2, 2011 15:34:28 GMT -5
Lance, Thanks for the build pics, I have been looking at them and I am right on the verge of putting together plans to do a super detail build on the Kit. I want to fabricate, machine and scratchbuild my suspension, front and rear. What have you done in the interior? I notice some work but its not clear. Anybody have any interior shots? Chris  |
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Post by SWT500 on Apr 2, 2011 16:13:51 GMT -5
Hey Chris, when you are ready, I can get the interior from the IMS Museum for you. Just give me some lead time. THANKS!
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Post by indycals on Apr 3, 2011 20:15:43 GMT -5
A few minor things to do, but it's 98% done.  |
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Post by kurzheck on Apr 3, 2011 20:33:06 GMT -5
Beautiful!
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Post by lazierfan on Apr 3, 2011 21:33:09 GMT -5
Michael,
Looks incredible!!
Eric
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Post by Deleted on Apr 3, 2011 22:00:00 GMT -5
Nice job Micheal!!!!
Russ
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Post by Calvin on Apr 3, 2011 22:10:59 GMT -5
Amazing!
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Post by stonecold44 on Apr 3, 2011 23:07:58 GMT -5
I was just watching the 1982 race on my iPod yesterday, and just because of this kit, I came to have a better appreciation of how beautiful this car is. Nicely done Michael. Now I can't wait to see the ill-fated Mario car (darn that "Coogan").
Oh, my favorite quote from that race: Mario said "This is what happens when you have children doing a man's job!"
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Post by indycals on Apr 4, 2011 0:19:13 GMT -5
Again, I cannot thank you enough for making this a reality Calvin!
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Post by Calvin on Apr 4, 2011 1:03:29 GMT -5
No problem, its been a good learning experience.
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Post by 2lapsdown on Apr 4, 2011 5:15:48 GMT -5
Looks fantastic! Where did you get your wheel nuts?
John
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Post by tomfaletti on Apr 4, 2011 10:12:14 GMT -5
Beautiful work Michael!!
Thanks again to Calvin for doing this kit.
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Post by harveythedog2 on Apr 4, 2011 11:50:21 GMT -5
Fantastic Michael!
Stu
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Post by indycals on Apr 4, 2011 17:13:53 GMT -5
Here's the finished version.  |
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Post by Calvin on Apr 4, 2011 17:35:35 GMT -5
Unbelievable! That looks awesome! I could look at this all day! I might just hire you to build mine lol |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 4, 2011 19:15:30 GMT -5
Michael,
That is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! You are an artist.
Mike
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Post by kurzheck on Apr 4, 2011 19:29:22 GMT -5
What they said. Absolutely gorgeous. Thanks to Calvin for making this possible and yourself for the excellent decals.
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Post by lazierfan on Apr 4, 2011 21:11:03 GMT -5
Michael,
Wow !!! I am like most. I still have a hard time realizing that we actually finally have a Wildcat model. Thank you Calvin and Michael for still keeping the excitement in the hobby.
Eric
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Post by illeagle10 on Apr 4, 2011 21:34:19 GMT -5
Sweet job Michael! And almost as fast as Calvin! This is a big start in filling that big gap in Indy cars....Thanks a bunch Calvin and Michael.
Jim
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Post by Deleted on Apr 5, 2011 3:45:06 GMT -5
Hello all, I'm a new member in this forum.
I'm from Germany and I'm interrest in all nice racing cars from the seventies and eighties.
I'm working with Ford in Europe as Design Engineer.
I'm looking as well since many years for a Model of the 1982 STP Wildcat VIIIB, and try to get information to build one by my self.
Now I saw this fantastic kit by Indycals and Michael mentioned to join this forum.
Please can you tell me were I could get 2 of this fantastic kits ?
Best regards
Detlef
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Post by mrindy77 on Apr 5, 2011 13:22:10 GMT -5
Hello all, I'm a new member in this forum. I'm from Germany and I'm interrest in all nice racing cars from the seventies and eighties. I'm working with Ford in Europe as Design Engineer. I'm looking as well since many years for a Model of the 1982 STP Wildcat VIIIB, and try to get information to build one by my self. Now I saw this fantastic kit by Indycals and Michael mentioned to join this forum. Please can you tell me were I could get 2 of this fantastic kits ? Best regards Detlef Ebay |
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Post by 2lapsdown on Apr 5, 2011 13:30:16 GMT -5
Better yet PM Calvin
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Post by sandysixtysfan on Apr 5, 2011 20:03:34 GMT -5
Hello all, I'm a new member in this forum. I'm from Germany and I'm interrest in all nice racing cars from the seventies and eighties. I'm working with Ford in Europe as Design Engineer. I'm looking as well since many years for a Model of the 1982 STP Wildcat VIIIB, and try to get information to build one by my self. Now I saw this fantastic kit by Indycals and Michael mentioned to join this forum. Please can you tell me were I could get 2 of this fantastic kits ? Best regards Detlef Welcome to the group! Sandy |
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Post by Calvin on Apr 5, 2011 21:59:23 GMT -5
I'm currently out of stock, so to speak. I'm currently redoing some of the molds but I had kind of a major problem with a few of my new molds.....which has slowed the process down big time.....When I get things back to were it should be I'll be cranking a lot of them out.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 11, 2011 10:10:59 GMT -5
Thank you for your helpful tips!
Best regards
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Post by Calvin on Apr 12, 2011 22:09:06 GMT -5
Im currently looking into changing things up when it comes to my mold making - I plan on trying out some new products that are stronger, longer lasting, and that dont require any Vacuum. I never stop trying to improve things Sorry for the long wait but It'll be worth it. |
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Post by Calvin on Apr 12, 2011 22:37:24 GMT -5
Since info really gets lost on a 20 pg thread I started working on a 1982 Wildcat Info Page that will have instructions and any info needed. That I will post in a good location later on..... 1982 Wildcat Info page |
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Post by Calvin on Apr 15, 2011 0:48:21 GMT -5
I just wanted to show this mold I'm currently making. I'm using plexiglass for the first time. I was using legos but those leak and aren't really the best way IMO anymore. With plexiglass I can use these as a wall many times over and over because I can scrape off any material that may get stuck on the surface with a razor. I used a hot glue gun to bond the edges.  |
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Post by Calvin on Apr 15, 2011 0:57:15 GMT -5
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