You Pick!! Koolwheelz 2018 Party continues! [Archive]

airdave

08-06-2018, 04:21 PM

Its time for YOU to pick a Koolwheelz model!

As a result of the recent 20 Questions challenges, five of you won the right to suggest a near-future Koolwheelz model.

This may be the only time I will let someone else decide what model I will produce.
Sure, I sometimes listen to suggestions that spark interest, but generally I only create what I want.

But now, I have five ideas that I cannot argue.
Well...four and half actually, because I had some input with one of them.
To be honest...I might not have picked these myself, but I actually like all the suggestions.
No A-Team in the bunch!

I'm not going to reveal who suggested each subject...I think it might influence your vote.
I'd appreciate (those who made the suggestions) keep your subjects a secret for now?

Anyone can vote, from the list of five suggestions, as to which subject you would like to see created.
Just pick the one you want.

As you can see in the Poll above, the five suggestions are (in no particular order):
a. 1971 Datsun 240Z in copper color (LeMans Sunset) Datsun 240Z (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/63/94/31/6394317e115c063c4101e5648ae4ffb6.jpg)
b. Hot Wheels 1970 Ambulance 70 Ambulance (http://hotwheels.wikia.com/wiki/Ambulance_(1970))
c. Lamborghini Gallardo Gallardo image (https://www.cstatic-images.com/stock/900x600/238882.jpg)
d. Matchbox Superfast #9 Ford RS.2000 (Escort) Rally Car Matchbox Escort (https://www.toymart.com/photos/27577207_23309172_74797833.jpg)
e. 1983 Dodge Ramcharger as used by Lone Wolf McQuade (Chuck Norris) Ramcharger (http://imcdb.org/i154208.jpg)

I want to take a bit of break from Koolwheelz, so...
I'm going to let the voting run for two weeks or so...I might end it sooner, we'll see how it goes.

Any questions or discussion...feel free.

PacificWind

08-06-2018, 04:30 PM

Voted for McQuade's Ramcharger. Nothing else! :) It's the best option in the poll in my opinion.

MacSongLi

08-06-2018, 06:50 PM

The 240z (especially in copper) is a "classic". Great selection in this poll, Dave. Better than the poll I had to go vote in, in June.

Thanks,
Gary

Scott K

08-06-2018, 08:29 PM

If/when you do the 1970 Ambulance, you'll also have a start on the Tow Truck version, if you're interested.

ViperPilot

08-06-2018, 10:43 PM

Matchbox, for sure. Those old British cars looked so cool scattered amongst an ammo can full of old Hot Wheels! In Elementary school we were trading left & right, & Matchbox cars were primo trade barter.

That ammo can went everywhere with me, until I discovered Sting-Rays, sissy bars & pushbutton turn signals!

:)

papermate

08-07-2018, 06:09 AM

I voted for the Datsun 24 oz. (That's what appeared to me when the 24OZ came to me in the old days!)

Papermate

Miles Linnabery

08-07-2018, 06:51 AM

Dear AirDave:
Grew up in Texas. How can I not vote for the Texas Ranger Ram though most rangers (Real ones) that I met drove Crown Vics. As second choice I like the Z.
Remember the Alamo,
Miles
Might make a nice back drop for the Dodge as a diorama

sgoti

08-07-2018, 09:16 AM

I voted for the Datsun 24 oz. (That's what appeared to me when the 24OZ came to me in the old days!)

Papermate

240. Z.

240Z.

No "O" (oh) anywhere...

Vermin_King

08-07-2018, 09:25 AM

As he is well aware...

Amccombs3

08-07-2018, 10:24 AM

Now that every model has received at least one vote, I can say that all of the candidates would make pleasing Koolwheelz, not a bad one in the bunch. I voted for my own suggestion, of course -- but none of them would be a disappointment.

Vermin_King

08-07-2018, 11:10 AM

airdave

08-07-2018, 11:15 AM

I did not vote, because I would be happy with any or all of them

so what...everyone should cast a vote!
I say, if you don't have a preference, toss a vote to one of those that have the least.
Lets get a race going!

Vermin_King

08-07-2018, 12:50 PM

Done! Hope folks are happy with the winner

PacificWind

08-07-2018, 12:58 PM

You really have to push forward Ramcharger, people. There's no model or diecast of McQuade's Dodge! Why should we lose a chance to get it?!

airdave

08-07-2018, 01:21 PM

Ignore that last post and vote for the Lamborghini.

I was just reading in the World Medical Journal that building more Lamborghini models can cure a variety of ailments including Blindness, Tourets and Bubonic Plague.

elliott

08-07-2018, 02:19 PM

Wouldn't have voted for the 240Z but I'm a sucker for that copper color....

sgoti

08-07-2018, 03:00 PM

I'm just surprised to see my suggestion have more than one vote. Glad to see everyone is getting some love...

sgoti

08-07-2018, 05:08 PM

Another thought: After the winner is determined, is anyone who suggested a model interested in telling the backstory for your your suggestion?

They all are good suggestions, just curious as to why that one makes you tick...

smsuski

08-07-2018, 05:22 PM

I'm in for why I choose mine

Robotaleem

08-07-2018, 05:22 PM

240z was just too pretty not to vote for

sgoti

08-07-2018, 05:57 PM

At the risk of coming across as snarky (me?), I'm not asking why a model was voted for, but why the five of us that made model suggestions made the suggestion for that model.

Anne
Neilio
Rubenandres77(?)*
sgoti
smsuski

*Ruben was the almost but very close guess on the chrome Boss Hoss (if my tired brain can re-read the thread correctly.

If I am incorrect on the list of those who suggested a model for the list we are voting on, my apologies and please correct me.

airdave

08-07-2018, 06:10 PM

At the risk of coming across snarky (me?)...

can we not do one thing at a time?
The five of you can relate (if you wish to) why you suggested those models
or not at all...its up to each of you.

But we can do that after we have voted...okay?!

Right now, just vote for the subject you wish to see made into a Koolwheelz model.
Or, vote the subject you wish to torture me with the most!

Don't vote based on anything else*!

*this is why I didn't want to reveal who suggested what subject,
so as not to influence the voting in any way.

Stop trying to influence the voting Kacper!!! LOL

sgoti

08-07-2018, 06:34 PM

But we can do that after we have voted...okay?!

Hmm... You blitzed right over the main point in my original post:

Another thought: After the winner is determined...

airdave

08-07-2018, 07:05 PM

Hmm... You blitzed right over the main point in my original post:

oh.

yeah.

sorry.

wasn't me.

Amccombs3

08-07-2018, 07:38 PM

Sure, I'll reveal why I made my suggestion once the voting has concluded and the selection is made.

sgoti

08-07-2018, 09:15 PM

oh.

yeah.

sorry.

wasn't me.

It's all good!

Kevin WS

08-08-2018, 12:32 AM

240z. As a small boy I watched them in action in Kenya....

gotham

08-08-2018, 02:07 AM

fleetsailor1981

08-09-2018, 12:05 AM

I had a 71 240z so of course had to vote for it.

airdave

08-11-2018, 09:58 AM

BUMP! 63 Votes...thats more like it! Lets keep it going.

sgoti

08-11-2018, 10:29 AM

BUMP! 63 Votes...thats more like it! Lets keep it going.

I would happily keep the votes going, but apparently there is a one-vote maximum... :)

airdave

08-11-2018, 10:42 AM

79,000 members.
Most online at one time: 1827
Online at this moment: 181 (including unregistered guests)

I think one vote per is plenty.
But thanks anyway.

I was just hoping for a tighter race.

ViperPilot

08-11-2018, 12:22 PM

I've voted for the RS2000, nothing like backing a 'lost cause' me.
Dave - Can I make a second vote for the 'secret' Koolwheelz design of the Nostromo from 'Alien' (I read other posts here you know) ?👽👽👽

+3 for the Nostromo. I know single page is your "thing", but this one may be an exception...

;) :)

airdave

08-13-2018, 03:59 PM

woohoo! I think the Matchbox Escort is rallying a comeback?!!

See what I did there?

gotham

08-14-2018, 03:48 AM

CoMe on RS2000 !!! Only want this due to being one of the cars from 'The Professionals '.

airdave

08-14-2018, 08:40 AM

CoMe on RS2000 !!! Only want this due to being one of the cars from 'The Professionals '.

Thats a good enough reason for me!

I'm guessing you are talking about the British TV crime series?

...which I never saw or know anything about.

And I'm guessing that Ford Escorts were seen in the show
since they were a common car of that period (mid 1970s to 1980s)

but not necessarily the RS2000 Rally car?

For only €67.500 https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C1007559 (about $USD77,000)

sgoti

08-14-2018, 01:26 PM

And I'm guessing that Ford Escorts were seen in the show
since they were a common car of that period (mid 1970s to 1980s)

but not necessarily the RS2000 Rally car?

Count me in as someone who was ignorant as well of "The Professionals" until now...

From some rudimentary searches, it looks like one spotting feature of the rally cars vs standard production variants was four headlights vs two, with the rally version having four (two pair) headlights.

HOWEVER-

Various searches of "The Professionals" have referred to the Escort mkII, the RS2000, and the Capri.

Gotta love the interwebs for clear, concise, accurate information! ;)

gotham

08-14-2018, 01:28 PM

The Professionals. 😁

sgoti

08-14-2018, 02:27 PM

woohoo! I think the Matchbox Escort is rallying a comeback?!!

See what I did there?

I see what you did, can you come up with similar references for the other models? :)

THE DC

08-14-2018, 11:51 PM

I'm still glad for your Black Beauty! Great car from your site.

Still working on the STV shuttle! Got the pieces cut, so planing the extra mods. Trying to round the nacelles first and fit some internal structure to support the sides...

I have a friend interested in the early concept craft, like the NASA concept craft that were never to be. Some of the early craft were featured i 50s-60s plastickits.

He mentioned the Haiyatta's science patrol jet from Ultraman tv series. I have never seen the show so I don't know if its any good. He sent an image [below]. I thought I'd share since you've featured other scify show craft I didn't know about until you made the kit. Sometimes your kits lead me to search new shows (or re-watch old Prisoner eps, thanks to a Lotus).

Is this something you'd like?

Want me to ask him for more images, if you like it?

Don't know, just trying to pass along the idea...

:rolleyes:

sgoti

08-15-2018, 08:53 AM

Looks like the ambulance is taking the right of way over the RS2000!

(Sorry, it's still early, and that's the best I could come up with. Dave's RS2000 was still better...)

airdave

08-15-2018, 09:27 AM

Looks like the ambulance is taking the right of way over the RS2000!

(Sorry, it's still early, and that's the best I could come up with. Dave's RS2000 was still better...)

The Gallardo is a super car...not sure why it isn't getting votes.

I will allow you to continue...

THE DC

08-15-2018, 03:29 PM

Should we discuss possible Russian meddling in this...

Watch out for a MSNBC investigation if orange turns black...

ViperPilot

08-15-2018, 04:39 PM

RIGGED!

:rolleyes: ;) :)

PacificWind

08-15-2018, 05:13 PM

The Gallardo is a super car...not sure why it isn't getting votes.

Because it's the ugliest and the most boring Lamborghini in history. If you like this car brand I can suggest you for your future projects way better Lamborghinis. Jalpa, Miura, Espada, LM002, Reventon, Huracan...
Jalpa would be the best in my opinion.;)

airdave

08-15-2018, 05:40 PM

Because it's the ugliest and the most boring Lamborghini in history. If you like this car brand I can suggest you for your future projects way better Lamborghinis. Jalpa, Miura, Espada, LM002, Reventon, Huracan...
Jalpa would be the best in my opinion.;)

As I have stated before, a Gallardo would be on my list of cars to own.
(so you just insulted me)
But what do I know...

The Lambos you mentioned are definitely not better looking, by a long shot.
Jalpa being the worst of the ones you suggested.
No, wait...LM002 is pretty ugly...and so is that Miura.
But what do I know...

I'll just go back to...oh yeah...designing the Koolwheelz models that you don't like.

shhh...Please...I'll pay everyone to vote for the Gallardo now.

THE DC

08-15-2018, 07:04 PM

shhh...Please...I'll pay everyone to vote for the Gallardo now.

I've already voted but I hear its not hard to throw polls. That seems hard to believe, given their memorable performance in 2016.

:eek:

By the way, as a proud owner of a 1962 Dodge Lancer that I am restoring, I share an affinity for cars that others don't appreciate,,,

PacificWind

08-16-2018, 12:37 AM

As I have stated before, a Gallardo would be on my list of cars to own.
(so you just insulted me)
But what do I know...

The Lambos you mentioned are definitely not better looking, by a long shot.
Jalpa being the worst of the ones you suggested.
No, wait...LM002 is pretty ugly...and so is that Miura.
But what do I know...

I'll just go back to...oh yeah...designing the Koolwheelz models that you don't like.

shhh...Please...I'll pay everyone to vote for the Gallardo now.

Everyone has different taste.:)
If we don't try to get something we'll never get it.

airdave

08-16-2018, 08:22 AM

If we don't try to get something we'll never get it.

LOL You'll never get it now, what ever it was.

airdave

08-16-2018, 08:25 AM

WOW 79 Votes.?!
Where were you people in previous polls and challenges?

I've never seen so many people take part in one of my things.

I better not say too much....you might rescind your votes!

4 more days.
I won't say its a given, but the polls don't lie...the A-Team Van is definitely not winning!
Stay tuned.

Did I mention, the winner is the one with least votes.
No? I can't do that? Why not?

sgoti

08-16-2018, 08:39 AM

"The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson...

michael dazzo

08-16-2018, 08:49 AM

hi airdave I voted before on the Lamborghini Gallardo like I said I love any kind of Lamborghinis! I'm a biggest Lamborghini fan!!! ;)

Vermin_King

08-16-2018, 09:00 AM

Of course, one of those ancient Lambo agriculture tractors will probably never come up

airdave

08-16-2018, 09:03 AM

Of course, one of those ancient Lambo agriculture tractors will probably never come up

Probably not.

---
WOW!
https://www.automobilemag.com/news/just-listed-1960-lamborghini-5c-cingolato-tractor/

http://imagesvc.timeincapp.com/v3/foundry/image/?q=70&w=1440&url=https%3A%2F%2Ftimedotcom.files.wordpress.com%2 F2017%2F08%2Fhero-tractor.jpg%3Fquality%3D85

gotham

08-16-2018, 09:26 AM

Now that's how you make a tractor !!

rickstef

08-16-2018, 09:46 AM

It is a good thing that there are 4 days left, the Chicago precincts and the dead haven't cast their votes yet

Texman

08-16-2018, 09:51 AM

Don't forget the hanging "chads"

Vermin_King

08-16-2018, 09:56 AM

Hey, someone has to protect the voting rights of dead people...

sgoti

08-16-2018, 05:12 PM

When do my other five accounts get approved?

Amccombs3

08-17-2018, 06:29 PM

I'm sure everyone but me has forgotten this one by now, but I did finish my Lamborghini Countach tonight. Pictures attached. I enjoyed the build and I'm happy with the outcome. There were some fiddly bits with the wings and the intakes, but I took my time with them and I think they came out well. I know it took a while, but I was absorbed in finishing a large non-modeling project. Now I'm just going to sit back, watch the voting, and keep my fingers crossed for my favorite choice.

airdave

08-17-2018, 07:53 PM

wow...nice clean build Anne
you actually got things to line up closer than I did!

I like the "Countach on Shakespeare"...is that the Italian edition?

Don Boose

08-18-2018, 09:13 PM

Beautiful itsy bitsy teeny weenie bright red Shakespeare Lamborghini.

Don

airdave

08-18-2018, 09:43 PM

Shakespeare Lamborghini?
Is he the English cousin?

Vermin_King

08-18-2018, 10:20 PM

A Lambo by any other name would ...

gotham

08-19-2018, 04:00 AM

Lovely Lambo build. The air intakes are a little trixy, but doable.

Vermin_King

08-20-2018, 01:26 PM

Still time to vote, folks

airdave

08-20-2018, 02:39 PM

Cmon 21 votes for Gallardo!!!!

cafe

08-20-2018, 02:57 PM

Well, if I could stuff the ballot box, my second vote would be for the Ford Escort. My third would be for the Gallardo.

Vermin_King

08-20-2018, 05:46 PM

Well, once you apply the times-three multiplier to the Gallardo, it appears we have a tie...

Maybe not

airdave

08-20-2018, 05:52 PM

Is it done?
I think its done.
I think the Poll is ended.

And...its looks like we have winner.

By unanimous disapproval, the Lamborghini Gallardo wins!!
WOOHOO!!
Let me get right on that!

Oh, didn't I tell you?
We did this once before.
I thought you knew.
Its called the Nascar field inversion.
Last place gets first.

nana na nana naaaaaaaaa!

sgoti

08-20-2018, 07:08 PM

Hey, it was fun either way!

THE DC

08-21-2018, 01:41 AM

airdave

08-21-2018, 05:01 PM

REALLY?

Nobody has anything negative to say?
You're all okay with that?
LOL

Well, I wouldn't be.
I'd be saying "what the heck...field inversion?! whats that?"
..."Nascar?"
"Whats Nascar got to do with this?!"
and
"Hey...thats not the game I signed up for!"

Wow...you guys are too lazy.

...

airdave

08-21-2018, 05:11 PM

So!...the WINNER is the Datsun 240zed !! not zee!
as suggested by Anne McCombs!!
in copper, sunset, or some sort of similar rusty orange colour.
lol

https://www.mediafire.com/convkey/dd87/wprhbu2qk428uc46g.jpg

Don Boose

08-21-2018, 05:12 PM

Pretty automobile and a nice-looking model.

Don

smsuski

08-21-2018, 05:23 PM

Congrats to the winner. Nice car.

Amccombs3

08-21-2018, 06:10 PM

Protests? I was too stunned to react at first. Then I was going to cry, right here in the forum. Then I was contemplating threats, involving the Space Shuttle and, possibly, cats. Mostly, I was really hoping you didn't mean it, so I wouldn't have to say something I'd regret later.

I am rather amazed that you have the prototype already. I expected there would be a wait while you did the designing. It looks beautiful. *Sniffle* I'm touched. I'm looking forward to building it.

And for those who wonder, we've long owned our '71 240Z (Zed in Canada, as Dave properly points out, but I am accustomed to calling it a Zee). We bought it in '77, if memory serves. It was silver when we got it, which eventually faded to primer gray. We had it painted gloss black with gold pinstripes, which was gorgeous but impossible to keep clean. When the time came to have it painted again, we chose the "LeMans Sunset" copper color that was the color for the show 350Z and one of the intro colors for the first production 350Z's. Our little nod to the old and the new in Datsun / Nissan Z-Car history. We don't drive it much, but it's roadworthy and everything works on it - even the clock!

Thanks to everyone who voted for it (seems like everyone has a Z-Car story), and thanks to evryone who voted in the poll - it was fun watching the tallies day by day.

airdave

08-21-2018, 06:17 PM

Thanks Anne (for the background on the car).
LOL I kinda wish I hadn't revealed it now...just to see what insults you could throw at me!

Prototype? Thats the model.
I created it right after you suggested it, because I liked the idea so much.
...it didn't matter if it won the Poll or not.
I finished building it last week.

To be honest, I didn't expect it to be the hot favorite.
Usually anything I like, nobody else does.

And vice versa...what I hate, everyone else wants.
That Lone McQuade RamWolfer thing is testament to that!

Funny thing about the 240z, 260z and 280z...
I wasn't a big fan at the time.
Then I fell in love with the 300z.
Then I wished I had owned an older one...I had many opportunities.
Now, I wish I had one to restore and enjoy.
Lucky you!

Vermin_King

08-21-2018, 06:47 PM

As I said earlier, I would have been happy with any of them. Now that I know the back story, I am very glad that it won

ViperPilot

08-21-2018, 07:06 PM

So!...the WINNER is the Datsun 240zed !! not zee!
as suggested by Anne McCombs!!
in copper, sunset, or some sort of similar rusty orange colour.
lol

That's just fine with me. Any Stock colors will work splendidly.

:)

gotham

08-22-2018, 03:53 AM

I may have voted for the RS2000, but that Datsun's a sure pretty looking model.

PacificWind

08-22-2018, 05:08 AM

To be honest, I didn't expect it to be the hot favorite.
Usually anything I like, nobody else does.

And vice versa...what I hate, everyone else wants.
That Lone McQuade RamWolfer thing is testament to that!

That's fairly true...:):):);)

Anyway, I'm glad that Datsun has won although it was my second-favorite in the poll. Looks great, I really like the windows and color.
Will it be available next week?

airdave

08-22-2018, 06:55 AM

It could be available today....if I wasn't so lazy.

!!

airdave

08-22-2018, 07:16 AM

...but, before any other new model, there is another long overdue model to be released.

Looking back...about two months ago, or more...
when I first offered up the the prize of requesting a Koolwheelz model...

Neilio won the right to ask me for a Koolwheelz and he offered up 2 or 3 suggestions.
His first request sparked my attention.
Something that might have been requested before...
I decided it was a viable subject and I agreed.

Neilio has had his copy of the model....and has built it...as have I.
So, now its time to publish it I think.

My first Nascar model (which is funny considering I am big Nascar fan)!
Its the Richard Petty 1970 Plymouth Superbird!!

I just have to prepare the release photos and make up the website links.
Watch the Koolwheelz thread this week!

https://www.mediafire.com/convkey/93ac/qum422kaybzu7rk6g.jpg

Vermin_King

08-22-2018, 09:38 AM

And the floodgates will open on requests, but I am so pleased to see this one

Don Boose

08-22-2018, 10:06 AM

Clear windshield and windows, or very deft artwork?

Anne - I loved your narrative. Should be an additional prize for graceful and amusing creative writing!

Don

airdave

08-22-2018, 10:18 AM

And the floodgates will open on requests, but I am so pleased to see this one

well, they better not!

to all who are listening, unless I ask for a Koolwheelz suggestion, don't bother! lol

Tom Lapinski

08-22-2018, 12:01 PM

Looking forward to the superbird!!

ViperPilot

08-22-2018, 12:55 PM

Two Models from one Template; Petty's Superbird & The Dinoco King from Cars (with a little Modification)...

Thanks again, Dave!

:)

michael dazzo

08-24-2018, 08:24 AM

Two Models from one Template; Petty's Superbird & The Dinoco King from Cars (with a little Modification)...

Thanks again, Dave!

:)

http://www.papermodelers.com/forum/civilian-wheels/40801-more-cars-3-charchcters-wanted-21.html

airdave

08-31-2018, 02:50 PM

okay...you've waited long enough...I appreciate the patience.

As you voted...as suggested by Anne...heres the Datsun 240Z model!

http://www.papermodelers.com/forum/644777-post2410.html

https://www.mediafire.com/convkey/dd87/wprhbu2qk428uc46g.jpg

Amccombs3

08-31-2018, 03:04 PM

Yes, mine is well underway. I've scored, cut out everything but the tires, and done some initial shaping. Tonight's tasks are cutting out the remaining parts, edge coloring, and starting the assembly. There are many small glue tabs and I want to take my time, both to get better results and to savor the process. My idea of a perfect evening is working on a model with a baseball game on the radio. Happy Friday!

MacSongLi

08-31-2018, 05:56 PM

SWEET! Going for a download now. Thank you very much Dave!

Gary

Tom Lapinski

09-01-2018, 08:17 AM

Thanks Dave! Working on the superbird and porsche

airdave

09-01-2018, 09:01 AM

Thanks Dave! Working on the superbird and porsche

So, you downloaded the models okay?
My commentaries didn't get in your way?
You were still able to download the free model without worrying about my personal anecdotes?
LOL

...
I really like the Porsche model...I think that one turned out quite well considering it was such an awkward shape to deal with.

The Superbird didn't turn out half bad either, considering it wasn't my original idea.

The Datsun is so-so in my opinion.
Mainly because of that upper seam that goes around the vehicle.
To keep the part count down and simplify the design, thats how it had to be done.
It was either that, or eliminate the rounded nose and make the car more boxy.
I thought the 240Z shape needed to be retained.

...
Oh no! I'm creating another one of my long winded posts...oh no...what will people do?!.

[errr...ignore them, if they don't want to read them?]
...
Thanks Tom...thanks Gary...have fun

michael dazzo

09-02-2018, 08:58 AM

So, you downloaded the models okay?
My commentaries didn't get in your way?
You were still able to download the free model without worrying about my personal anecdotes?
LOL

...
I really like the Porsche model...I think that one turned out quite well considering it was such an awkward shape to deal with.

The Superbird didn't turn out half bad either, considering it wasn't my original idea.

The Datsun is so-so in my opinion.
Mainly because of that upper seam that goes around the vehicle.
To keep the part count down and simplify the design, thats how it had to be done.
It was either that, or eliminate the rounded nose and make the car more boxy.
I thought the 240Z shape needed to be retained.

...
Oh no! I'm creating another one of my long winded posts...oh no...what will people do?!.

[errr...ignore them, if they don't want to read them?]
...
Thanks Tom...thanks Gary...have fun I love what you create airdave Datsun maybe you should upgrade to

Super Air Dave! as an reward!;):cool: your too important in designing all types of cars and Koolwheelz!free ones!:)

airdave

09-02-2018, 09:42 AM

Thanks Mike.

https://www.mediafire.com/convkey/91e3/1gfv3a7grra6k7n6g.jpg

"Life's tough...get a Helmet!"

Amccombs3

09-02-2018, 03:58 PM

I just finished my build of the Koolwheelz Datsun 240Z -- obviously, my all-time favorite! :):):) I was extra careful building this one and I'm very happy with how it came out. Edge coloring is essential with this design, and I was lucky and hit a fairly close match. I chose to omit the side mirrors, as they always seem to meet with unfortunate accidents on my models. Many thanks to Dave for the contest and the design, and to everyone who voted in the poll (for the Datsun and for the other choices).

The third picture is intended to show the numerous glue tabs on the inside. Apologies for the blurriness. The fourth and fifth are taken in front of an Epinal diorama I finished recently, just to give it some background (though the two models are not in very compatible scales).