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1969 Plymouth Road Runner Hemi MODEL
Added on April 23 by P71
1/24 Scale Model of a 1969 Plymouth Road Runner HEMI. It’s a “factory stock” build that took me over 5 years. I painted the body the summer before I went to boot camp and didn’t finish until I was already out for over a year…
Build: “Factory Stock” restoration
Paint: Hemi Orange with Flat Black hood stripes
Interior: Factory correct tan and saddle vinyl
Wheels: Chrome Magnum 5-spokes on Polyglas GT’s
Decals: Factory Road Runner decals
Drivetrain: 426 HEMI with twin 4-Bbls, fully wired, A338? 4-Speed
Details: Overspray on chassis, chalk markings, removable air cleaner, rolling wheels
Build Time: 25+ Hours on and off over a 5 year period…
Build Year: 2007
Updates
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Yeah, it's got a HEMI April 23
Did I mention I love building engines? I really like how this one turned out. …
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Realistic April 23
This model photographs so well that the first time I showed the pictures people thought …
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Interior shot April 23
Sometimes I wish I had done the Convertible so I could enjoy the interior.
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Overspray April 23
One of these days I’ll build a mirrored stand so people can see the factory-style …
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Jun 24, 2009 12:36 p.m.