Speaking of models, does anyone out there know of a model of a genII Dak CC?
Doug Fedeli
Preacher wrote:
> Ok... got the Dealer Promo model of the Dak CC 5.2 Sport. I want to make it
> a minature of my own Dak.
>
> After examining it, it comes apart easily. Two screws under the front
> valance allows the entire body to be lifted off. The front valance and
> bumper come off seperatly so they will be easy to paint.
>
> With a soldering iron I will be able to melt the welds that hold the
> passenger compartment, windscreen and rear bumper assy so I can do them
> seperatly.
>
> The downside is that this model has the buckets and a console, not the split
> bench but hey, you can't have everything.
>
> The underside is very detailed and all I really need to do is convert it to
> dual exhaust.
>
> My questions for the model builders out there are:
>
> I am going to see if my body shop will paint the body of the model for me
> (Really!) if not, what's the best way for me to paint it without leaving
> brushmarks etc?
>
> Is there a realistic looking chrome paint out there for models? I need to do
> the bumpers ad the exhaust tips.
>
> I know I can get all-terrain tires from another model kit, but is there a
> way to get tires without buying a whole model? Are there suppliers out there
> for that type of thing?
>
> Anyone have this same model? I want to lift it a bit to better simulate the
> 4x4 I have. The axles are preset and there s no easy way that I can see to
> lift it and keep it looking nice. Any suggestions?
>
> I know this is long but thanks in advace! I want to do this right!
>
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