Chrysler 300 Hemi C Tribute Build

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January 23, 2023
I started with the 5.7 L Hemi engine. There is a decent amount of detail, some issues with hoses on the top. More on that later.
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January 23, 2023
The oil pan and transmission pan are one chrome plated piece. I'm going to paint that a titanium silver.
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January 23, 2023
The seat backs have complex curve that almost fits the seats. Using some MR. Cement spB allows you to see that curve.
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January 23, 2023
The steering wheel has some nice little raised details on it.
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January 23, 2023
The chrome parts suffer from typical issues. This chrome tree had a new one for me, some of the parts took on a gold tint. I'll hit those with Molotow Chrome Pens.
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January 23, 2023
Decisions on the body color...
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January 23, 2023
I wanted the body assembled prior to paint so I did not have to fiddle with glue on freshly painted parts. This kit is tight fit with the chassis but it is doable.
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January 23, 2023
The rear of the chassis has to fit between these tabs FIRST, then the front levers down into place. Mind the radiator, I had to pry that just a millimeter or two.
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January 23, 2023
I also like putting the body together ahead of time so I can address any gaps or part fitment issues ahead of time.
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January 23, 2023
Fitting the chassis to the body before hand, you can tell the wheel tubs are little big so shaving them is needed.
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January 23, 2023
My parts ready for paint
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January 23, 2023
I did a special mix of acrylics to match the "grey" offered in Chryslers at the time. It's all by eye but 'm very happy with it.
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January 23, 2023
The finished seats dashboard and door cards.
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January 23, 2023
The 300 had a two tone interior so here I tried to paint the black details as cleanly by hand as possible.
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January 23, 2023
Wood grain accents are on the steering wheel and shift nob...
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January 23, 2023
Bronze Acrylic as a base coat.
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January 23, 2023
Bronze Acrylic as a base coat.
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January 23, 2023
Not sure if this was a mistake but I painted the inside of the wheel wells and the interior roof. In case you can see it from beneath.
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January 23, 2023
I designed a gauge set since the model comes with no decals for the gauges.
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January 23, 2023
Gauges installed.
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January 23, 2023
Some silver details with a paint pen.
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January 23, 2023
I used burnt umber on the wheel and the shift knob with a dry brush method to simulate wood grain.
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January 23, 2023
I used a gloss clear to seal the wood accents.
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January 23, 2023
I drilled out the exhaust pipes.
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January 23, 2023
Some dry brushing with silver on the under-carriage.
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January 23, 2023
Here's intake with the EGR valve.
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January 23, 2023
Installing the EGR valve where it is supposed to be makes the plastic "lid" sit crooked.
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January 23, 2023
Without the EGR valve.
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January 23, 2023
So I glued the EGR where it was supposed to sit, then cut out everything that was under the "lid".
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January 23, 2023
This allowed the "lid" to sit correctly.
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January 23, 2023
Black wash to make the chrome look more real.
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January 23, 2023
I had to paint the base of the interior tub black because you can see it through the chassis.
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January 23, 2023
The engine sits too high because of these transmission reinforcements so I trimmed them down. You could actually see the sway bar bend when you put the engine in the right place.
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January 23, 2023
With the engine installed in the right place, the cold air box was not sitting right.
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January 23, 2023
The EGR tube was too short.
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January 23, 2023
Trimming the intake's tube so it could hinge a little closer was the answer.
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January 23, 2023
Since the EGR tube was now touching the air box, I drilled a small hole for it to fit in.
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January 23, 2023
Just did it by eye.
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January 23, 2023
Now it all fits like it would in real life.
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January 23, 2023
Since spark plug wires are normally not seen with this type of engine, I tried to make an oil dipstick with old sprue I have laying around.
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January 23, 2023
I used metal rod that a bent to, a sort of shape the dip stick would be in.
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January 23, 2023
Super glued the sprue to the metal rod.
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January 23, 2023
The is the radiator reservoir. The fluid is orange but the reservoir itself is a milky translucent color. My idea to simulate this is Tamiya clear orange with a white wash on top.
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January 23, 2023
Clear orange.
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January 23, 2023
White wash.
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January 23, 2023
When it is all assembled, that should look convincing enough.
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January 23, 2023
Here's the body after paint.
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January 23, 2023
The hood.
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January 23, 2023
I cleared the body and the hood. Then ran some home made panel liner on the gaps. After that was dry I masked off areas that will need a contrasting color like chrome or black window trim.
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January 23, 2023
Masking for the engine bay.
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January 23, 2023
Masking for the window frame.
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January 23, 2023
Engine bay and chrome trim painted.
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January 23, 2023
These attachments can be a double edges sword. On one hand it is a great way to hold the part. On the other, you have to carefully cut it away.
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January 23, 2023
Masking for the hood insulation.
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January 23, 2023
I choose NATO Black because it is a very dark grey, which matches underhood insulation.
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January 23, 2023
The gloss on the hood was so smooth, it effected the NATO Black and gave it a satin shine. I had to knock that down with matte clear.
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January 23, 2023
This is one of the chrome pieces that had a gold tint. I repainted it with Molotow. I did this at the beginning of the build, this gives the molotow time to harden. Almost two weeks...
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January 23, 2023
Headlights and bumperettes.
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January 23, 2023
The passenger bumperette is short...
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January 23, 2023
Drive side is fine.
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January 23, 2023
Installing the side mirrors. I use tooth picks and "tacky" to maneuver them.
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January 23, 2023
I also use tacky to hold the mirror insert. It is basically what ever is left over when I pull the tooth pick out.
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January 23, 2023
The windshield wipers, this lead to hood fitment issues I failed to see ahead of time.
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Molotow the tail lights.
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January 23, 2023
Redplastic over the tail lights.
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January 23, 2023
Designed up some license plates, then cleared with satin clear.
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Comments

8 23 January 2023, 19:34

Christian W
I like this kit a lot. I think, it fits really good and the plastic feels good to. It makes a solid impression. Nice build! Do you have any pictures taken of the completed interior? Why did you call this a "tribute build"? Did you have this car? I guess so because of the made license plates.

24 January 2023, 05:01

Robert Barkoski
It's a good story! The car belonged to my Father-in-law. He lived in Texas, my wife and I in Florida. Whenever we would visit he would let us barrow the 300c. He would say as he handed the keys over, "this car has a reputation, don't let anyone pass you!". If you have ever driven in Texas, some of the rural roads are desolate and you can really open a car up. Anyhow I took his "advise" to heart and drove like the devil. Got a speeding ticket because of my bad luck! Any how, good memories, he was a huge Dallas Cowboys fan and loved this car. I built it as a tribute in his memory. Let me see what pics of the interior I have.

24 January 2023, 13:18