frame off restoration on my 68 charger Update 04-07-06 with pics

[MikeD]

I got a 68 Dodge Charger diecast car that my is going to paint the same colors as my car. It looks like a frame off restoration.

I did not know that they can come apart like this.

Thanks MikeD

[bull]

Looks like it's pretty straight and cancer free.

[dpm68]

Now that's dedication. I have the same one - it's the Bullitt one ain't it? I even took a dukes one and ground on it to re-create the rust on the quarters and rockers like mine and then shot about six different colors on it (like mine) I will get out the camera soon and try to post it, it's pretty funny. What color is yours supposed to be? Mine's Medium Dark Touquoise Metallic with a black top, black guts, and black tail stripe.  - dm

[skip68]

I've got the same one and am doing the same.   I bet you had trouble with the screws in the back above the rear tires.  I know I did!

[Darkness]

Nice car.

[haueter66]

now we need a source for die-cast 3rd gens 

[dd44068]

Hey MikeD you just found a possible side income that may include a hobby you enjoy, buy the way good luck with it and pics when its done.

[MikeD]

Now that's dedication. I have the same one - it's the Bullitt one ain't it? I even took a dukes one and ground on it to re-create the rust on the quarters and rockers like mine and then shot about six different colors on it (like mine) I will get out the camera soon and try to post it, it's pretty funny. What color is yours supposed to be? Mine's Medium Dark Touquoise Metallic with a black top, black guts, and black tail stripe.  - dm

Its going to be candy apple red

[MikeD]

Hey MikeD you just found a possible side income that may include a hobby you enjoy, buy the way good luck with it and pics when its done.

Ill update with new pics when its done

Thanks

MikeD

[6pkrunner]

Shouldn't cost you $10,000 or more for the resto, but to get Galen to veriphonify it - well that's a 4 year wait.

[nh_mopar_fan]

WAAAAAHOOOOOO! A nice father/son project! YEEEEHAAAAAAA!

[69charger2002]

and to think for all these years i thought chargers couldn't be taken off the frame.. but yet you proved us all wrong!!   
post pics when you get her out of the paint booth
trav

[MikeD]

A few update

[MikeD]

one more

[Silver R/T]

nice little toy, I should make one of my car

[my69]

Intereseting

Where did ya find those at

Wonder if I should do that? How much do those run

I got a 68 Dodge Charger diecast car that my is going to paint the same colors as my car. It looks like a frame off restoration.

I did not know that they can come apart like this.

Thanks MikeD

Does the manufacturer make the '69 as well? The taillights and all?

[MikeD]

Intereseting

Where did ya find those at

Wonder if I should do that? How much do those run

I got a 68 Dodge Charger diecast car that my is going to paint the same colors as my car. It looks like a frame off restoration.

I did not know that they can come apart like this.

Thanks MikeD

Yes Iam pretty sure they make a 69 diecast Charger they run about$


35.00


Thanks Mike

Does the manufacturer make the '69 as well? The taillights and all?

[8WHEELER]

This car is kind of close, but a 69 and bling bling wheels  thought you might find it interesting.

Good luck with yours Mike, looking good so far.

Dan

[Rocky]

I clicked on this link thinking I was going to see a bunch of smart-ass replies about how Chargers are not a "Frame Off" restoration.  I was pleasantly supprised, and think it is a great project too!

If anyone can tell me who makes a nice 68 model, I would like to try the same thing.

[Troy]

Rocky, I got the metal "Bullitt" model (I think that's what Mike is using as well).

Troy

[tipopiola]

You could also find one of the 1:18 ertl models as well.  I've done one of the bullit cars, but they are also widely available from ertl. They both disassemble pretty easily.  Looks good!  Tipopiola

[Charger_Fan]

Rocky, I got the metal "Bullitt" model (I think that's what Mike is using as well).

I'm thinkin' it's an Ertl Charger. My Bullit car doesn't have removeable doors, the brown '69 Ertl car does.
(Sorry about the glass glare in the pics)

[MikeD]

I clicked on this link thinking I was going to see a bunch of smart-ass replies about how Chargers are not a "Frame Off" restoration.  I was pleasantly supprised, and think it is a great project too!

If anyone can tell me who makes a nice 68 model, I would like to try the same thing.

Yes it is a Ertl Charger

Thanks Mike

[Silver R/T]

that 69 looks awesome, Ive already got McQueen one

[Arigmaster]

Sigh... Solid body but the floors are all gone..lol