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maldo 12-02-2023 03:48 PM

Models of your rigs ?
 
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I have a friend that is an avid model builder. I helped him with a engine install and to show his gratitude ( not needed ) hebuilt a replica of my 72 2wd highlander. I had to share it with the world, check it out. And if you have one of your rig please post, I think there cool. The only change from mine is the model is the correct color, the original k5 was painted forest green. I plan on having it painted back to original.

Southcity 12-02-2023 05:12 PM

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Congratulate your friend on a job well done. I've been building models all my life and appreciate the patience and attention to detail that goes into it. That is a sweet ride, both the model and the full size one!

maldo 12-02-2023 05:48 PM

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Thank you and have a great holiday season. You have to give it to people who build models, the patience it takes, the skill. I bet for some it's relaxing, for me I would be stressed the whole time ��

truckster 12-02-2023 09:56 PM

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I have a model of a K/5 that I've never put together. I want to figure out how to paint it to match my Blazer (dark yellow).

maldo 12-02-2023 10:08 PM

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There is a site call (touchupdirect) that has stock colors in a spray can.

truckster 12-03-2023 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by maldo (Post 9263069)
There is a site call (touchupdirect) that has stock colors in a spray can.

Are they safe for plastic? I was told not to use my automotive paint because it would melt the plastic.

maldo 12-03-2023 01:19 AM

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I never had a problem. I also know online they have sites just for models and they have matching paint. My friend got med olive poly for my k5.

hemi43 12-03-2023 11:49 AM

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Here's one I've been working on. All 3D printed and will be a working model.
It's 1/8 scale.

maldo 12-03-2023 12:32 PM

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I like it, it has an aggressive look to it and fun at the same time.

NDM 12-14-2023 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by hemi43 (Post 9263272)
Here's one I've been working on. All 3D printed and will be a working model.
It's 1/8 scale.

I want one of those! Where can I get it?

NDM 12-14-2023 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by maldo (Post 9262972)
I have a friend that is an avid model builder. I helped him with a engine install and to show his gratitude ( not needed ) hebuilt a replica of my 72 2wd highlander. I had to share it with the world, check it out. And if you have one of your rig please post, I think there cool. The only change from mine is the model is the correct color, the original k5 was painted forest green. I plan on having it painted back to original.

Where do you get these models?

hemi43 12-14-2023 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by NDM (Post 9266561)
I want one of those! Where can I get it?

If you want one, you need to make it.

maldo 12-14-2023 11:02 PM

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Mine was a kit, try ebay

1970cstblazer 12-15-2023 08:09 AM

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The reissue AMT GMC Jimmy kit is widely available, even at some Walmarts. I built a copy of my 1970 from an original AMT Crew Chief kit about 30 years ago. I sourced the 1970 grille and bumper from another kit I had laying around.

https://m.media-amazon.com/images/W/...70_FMwebp_.jpg

You can combine it with this kit to make a Blazer. Again, even some Walmarts carry this one:

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/apoAA...5Bn/s-l960.jpg

1970cstblazer 12-20-2023 07:06 PM

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Here is the replica of my 1970:

maldo 12-20-2023 08:22 PM

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Looking good, keep up coming.


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