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...someone else mentioned it was possible, ...so I had to try. You do need a 'donor' car ('96 Z28 vert from Ertl), but it's pretty easy. I'm not done yet, but thought to post the progress. I still need to use some filler to complete the trunk area, ...and then paint in SOM. So, ...here's a Welly Convertible, ...in progress
In general, you take the top cover and windshield from the donor car, and then fabricate a trunk. Minor modifications are necessary to the windshield. I used a piece of plastic for the trunk, and plan to use some filler, then sanding and paint to complete.
What was the other thread, ..you know you're a Camaro-holic when... ...you buy a brand new 1/18 die cast, take it from the box, ...and then tear it apart for a parts car
-------------------- Kevin Kolvenbach, 2002 Sunset Orange SS (#3455), Convertible, Black top, Ebony leather, Bilstein, ASR, 6SP w/Hurst, 345HP Dual-Dual Posts: 1046 | From: Pine Bush, NY USA | Registered: Aug 2001
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That is the same way I did it. Not hard at all.
If you dremel a small angled slot in the plastic, just under where the tip of the hard boot covers the old bolt hole for the roof pillar, you can than pass the seatbelt through it. Looks very close to stock.
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quote: dremel a small angled slot in the plastic, just under where the tip of the hard boot covers the old bolt hole for the roof pillar, you can than pass the seatbelt through it.
...Another great idea, ...Thanks. ...and now I know who it was that initially mentioned this conversion.
Hawkeye, ...like Derek said, ...it's pretty easy to do. Posts: 1046 | From: Pine Bush, NY USA | Registered: Aug 2001
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Looks like it is coming along great. I thought about using parts from a 1/18 scale 2002 CE Trans AM convertible that I have.The boot would look like it was made for the Camaro.
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quote:Originally posted by Steve da Wrench: Lookin good! When do I get mine??
As soon as we find another Blue one. I'm not cutting up the only one we have (thank you, Mike Rothe - the donation has been made).
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I got an extra LE,that I want to take off the stripes and put stripes on it like mine. Anybody got any suggestions on how to get the painted stripes off. Also,does anybody know of a diecast that has 5-spoke ZR1 wheels on it? Need help,please
-------------------- http://community.webshots.com/user/sscamaro02 AMERICAN CAMARO ASSOCIATION 2002 SS (M02-2022)(Build Date 9/10/01) T-Top,Bright Rally Red,Ebony Leather,Hurst Shifter,SLP Options: 345HP,SS Grille,SS Floor Mats,Personalized SS Rear Deck Mat,17"X 9" ZR1 Type Chrome Wheels,SS Cover,Engine Plaque. Additional Mods:GMMG Chambered Exhaust,FLP LT Headers,SLP CAI,K&N Filter,Silver Hood Stripes, Silver Letters on Rear Facia and Spohn Performance LCA, Panhard,SFC and Adj. Torq Arm w/Drive Shaft Loops.384/rwhp and 381/rwtq
1969 SS396 Olympic Gold.Unrestored,L34(350HP),M21 close ratio 4-Speed,Cowl Hood,Spoilers Front and Rear,Console w/Gages.Second owner since Nov.1971. 1 of 2018 Produced Posts: 828 | From: Denver,PA | Registered: Dec 2001
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I'm planning on painting my CE Convertible to look like my Electron Blue WS6 will
Posts: 110 | From: Saskatoon, SK | Registered: Aug 2002
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quote:Originally posted by Steve da Wrench: Lookin good! When do I get mine??
As soon as we find another Blue one. I'm not cutting up the only one we have (thank you, Mike Rothe - the donation has been made).
I think I saw a 96 vert at Autobahn in Canada saveral weeks ago. I need to call over to check on some shirts if you want I can check on this also if your intrested.
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Awesome! Just awesome! I have a Welly 2002 Onyx SS and Welly 35th SS on order. Will have to mod the Onyx to a ' Vert like you have done. Thanks for the pics.
...and to think, ...all you have to do (T-tops) is paint one! ...in Pewter. What are you waiting for???
...OK, ...does ANYONE have any experience removing the decals?? (ie. front fender "SS") or know of a source that can be used on the diecast?
Posts: 1046 | From: Pine Bush, NY USA | Registered: Aug 2001
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quote:Originally posted by RagSS: [QUOTE] ...OK, ...does ANYONE have any experience removing the decals?? (ie. front fender "SS") or know of a source that can be used on the diecast?
Check out the decal sheet that comes with the HPI Camaro R/C car body.....Here's a sample:
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quote:Originally posted by Fbodfather: One question.....where do you get the 1:18th scale car towels to put under the 1:18th scale model floor mats??????????
(heeheehee!!!!!)
I'm sure he's already raided the Barbie section at Toys R Us for a set of mini RagSS.
(Why do we encourage him?)
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quote: Barbie section at Toys R Us for a set of mini RagSS
I'll have to look into that.
...you 'guys' are too funny...
...Anyway, ...I believe you can get a decal sheet from the Revell 35th Ann. SS for $3.00 (at least I'll find out soon). Revell's websitePosts: 1046 | From: Pine Bush, NY USA | Registered: Aug 2001
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Looks great! I'm glad I don't have a vert, it would be just one more thing for the wife to give me crap about. She calls the message boards Camaro Porn...
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