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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby HomeRacingWorld » Wed Jan 14, 2015 11:29 pm

Yeah, I just did. Looks like it came loose. I'll do my best to remount it, sure it will be easy enough.

I'll retake photos when I git'r done. Sorry about that.
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby Gameover » Wed Jan 14, 2015 11:42 pm

Mine should arrive Friday :).
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby Ky.Slot Racer » Thu Jan 15, 2015 7:25 am

I think it looks just fine that way, gives it a bit of character. These cars didn`t as a rule sit on the ground, whatever it took to get the weight where it needed to be.
looks great Dave !
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby HomeRacingWorld » Thu Jan 15, 2015 7:12 pm

Had to make a new plate, hope it looks better now.

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Has a little more float too. Hauls fine :)
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby dreinecke » Fri Jan 16, 2015 7:18 am

Ah - much better. Sorry the old girl is giving you so many problems. I guess the Samsonite Gorillas ended up delivering the package? I know it was securely wrapped in bubble wrap. So much for thinking that was a good idea...

Looks good on the track - but can you do me a favor? Make sure all pics have it at the back of the pack - I see too many warts in these close ups!
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby TuscoTodd » Fri Jan 16, 2015 7:43 am

That is just a sweeeeeet lookin' machine! :D
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby hoganracing » Fri Jan 16, 2015 9:48 am

I guess this is the way things go - the builder sees warts while everyone else sees a nice looking build.

David, take it easy on yourself. It looks good from here.

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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby HomeRacingWorld » Sat Jan 17, 2015 1:26 pm

Two more to showcase!

First is Gameover who sent in his fine "fish".

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And Woodman, who I am very happy to see. Stepping out from his normal builds and joining the fun.

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Both good runners, VERY good. This is going to be a major fracas boys!
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby HomeRacingWorld » Sat Jan 17, 2015 1:27 pm

Line up so far.

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All are great runners except the heap of bolts on the far right. :)
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby Gameover » Sat Jan 17, 2015 1:32 pm

Yay the stinky fish made it. I hope she runs good for ya :)
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby HomeRacingWorld » Sat Jan 17, 2015 1:41 pm

Smells funny...but runs good.
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby waaytoomuchintothis » Sat Jan 17, 2015 1:44 pm

Where's that green '57 Fairlane?
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby HomeRacingWorld » Sat Jan 17, 2015 1:49 pm

DQ'ed for "conduct unbecoming". And not playing by the "spirit of the rules".

Hardliner outfit around here I tell ya :)

Rob, I built that car using the normal MT5 motor we use for our "house rules". Mark's motor is what I keep on hand for these and the 1/24.

But I was asked to run it anyway, and I will. Just to see how the offset works.
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby btaylor » Sat Jan 17, 2015 2:21 pm

Mine left today Harry, along with some special guests, and the new kid on the block.
Try not and get any Red Clay on those pretty cars please! Old Ford coming from the other side of the tracks.
Nice line up Guys! All of them are sharp looking rides!
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Re: Sportsman Showdown Finished Models

Postby RazorJon » Sat Jan 17, 2015 2:52 pm

that is one heck of a lineup, tuning my ford then will ship it to ya Monday
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