Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

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Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by Spare Tire Dixon » Sat Nov 22, 2014 7:20 pm

So one of my Winter projects will be building a scale model of Als' "Dodge" (actually a Plymouth Duster).
I plan to build it mostly as it appears in Requiem for a Chevyweight, but will take things from other episodes as well. I may also take some liberties of my own.
I will be using this kit as my base:
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I intend to post pics of my progress (or lack thereof) here.
I welcome any ideas,comments, suggestions, encouragement, discouragement,ect..
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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by ARMAN » Sun Nov 23, 2014 3:46 pm

kewl :P

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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by AlFan » Sun Nov 23, 2014 6:35 pm

Hi,

Nice project would love to see progress pictures from time to time/

Below info will surely lmown by you but thought post it.

The Illinois license plates seen on the Bundy's car were 61CMS2; 2 RPH 72 and F3B359. Al's driver's license number reads 2C1835.

A link on licence plate for scale models(1:25)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-25-scale-mode ... 2a1a1709b3

Good Luck !!!!!!

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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by Dr. Shoe » Mon Nov 24, 2014 11:52 pm

We'll look forward to seeing that, Spare Tire.

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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by Shoe Dick » Wed Nov 26, 2014 2:10 am

Good luck! Hope it turns out good.
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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by marriedaniac » Wed Nov 26, 2014 7:24 am

Best of luck! AlFan has given you some great info.

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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by Spare Tire Dixon » Sat Nov 29, 2014 5:48 pm

Thanks for the info and words of encouragement, everybody. I actually started with the license plates first, then found the car and other parts later. :)
There are several details that need addressed using this kit, most notably the wheels and tires. No way would the high performance 340 engine be found in "The Dodge"
When I started planning this, I knew I had to put an issue of Big 'Uns and a family portrait (and a salami) in the trunk. The kit does not feature an opening trunk, so I cut it out, I also filled in some holes where a rear spoiler would have been:
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The wheels and tires are as close as I've found so far. I think they came off an old Mustang friction model.
Since "The Dodge" is notoriously slow, lacks power and has a million miles on it, it must be powered by Chryslers Slant Six engine. These engines can take years of abuse, and are famous for being indestructible. I found an engine in this kit:
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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by Shoe Dick » Sun Nov 30, 2014 6:10 pm

Awesomely detailed with the stuff in the trunk :) Could you make more of these, and sell to, well, me? :wink:
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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by Al Bumby....?!?!? » Wed Dec 03, 2014 8:35 pm

Go to this site. Someone made a pretty good replica a few years back. I contacted him multiple times but he still refuses to sell.

http://www.spencer1984.com/my_models/bundydodge.php


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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by Spare Tire Dixon » Thu Dec 04, 2014 1:32 pm

Shoe Dick wrote:Awesomely detailed with the stuff in the trunk :) Could you make more of these, and sell to, well, me? :wink:
You might want to wait and see the finished (if it ever is) product first! :)
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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by Spare Tire Dixon » Thu Dec 04, 2014 2:23 pm

Al Bumby....?!?!? wrote:Go to this site. Someone made a pretty good replica a few years back. I contacted him multiple times but he still refuses to sell.

http://www.spencer1984.com/my_models/bundydodge.php
Hat's off, the guy did a great job. I can only hope mine looks as good.
And I thought the stuff in the trunk was my idea. :(
The website is really good with a lot of tips. Thanks for the link.
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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by Dr. Shoe » Fri Dec 05, 2014 1:26 am

Hey, that guy doesn't have a salami in there.

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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by AlphonseLeBundiac » Fri Dec 05, 2014 8:23 pm

Perhaps even 2 salamies, if you get my drift ... .

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Re: Scale model of Als' "Dodge"

Post by Dr. Shoe » Sat Dec 06, 2014 1:51 am

I don't think the color is right on that guy's Dodge either.

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