Saturday, April 21, 2012

Dragsters

Base Model LHS: Dragster - Front engine type; Corgi-toys Ref. 162-A1

Final Model RHS: Dragster - Rear engine type; Corgi-toys Ref. 162-A1 modified; representing the Feb/07/1971 Don Garlits rear-engine dragster that won NHRA Winter nationals (7.03 seconds at 214.79 mph); the modifications included, removing the cockpit from the rear of the engine and install it ahead of the engine and closing the section behind the engine, also add a high wing at the rear of the car.

Wednesday, April 18, 2012

Hotrods

Base Model LHS: Hot-Rod Ford B; Eagle's race Ref. 204008

Final Model RHS: Hot-Rod Ford B Bucket; Eagle's race Ref. 201007 modified; the modifications included, making a bucket type seat by cutting the rear end of the car and adding new seats plus a new steering wheel, also add a gas tank in the back, a rear bumper and 2 support rods in the front for the radiator.