I built this kit a few months back. I also had an issue with the front valence pan. I had to add a bit of styrene to widen the valence a bit. And that radiator panel too, what a rough time. Usually Revell kits are better engineered. Painted mine in TAMiya bright red spraypaint.
After 3 weeks, I just finished this kit and final assembly was a pain in the butt! Interior chassis would not fit without a lot of trimming…the front of main chassis was also the same…would not fit snug so mine sat a smidge high in the front. Again, super nice build ya got there.
I had the exact same problem, had to rip out the radiator to get the body to fit the chassis. I had heard going into the build that the engine as a really tight fit., definitely an understatement. Great looking build either way and the metallic blue looks awesome!
Great work, i love this kit and have built quite a few, i have cheated in the past and chopped the front of the chassis off, that way i can glue the front valance on before painting, cant remember any issues with the rad/core support. I have a full set of Chargers, 67-71, the Revell 67 is a gorgeous kit (did mine silver with a red interior, Hemi motor), the 71 is an AMT kit which i had tons of issues with including trying to get the engine to sit straight in the engine bay. I had a real 68 Charger over here in Scotland around 2003, stupidly i sold it as it needed interior work and a rewire, big car for the roads over here though, my 72 Firebird was much easier to live with.
Awesome build, you did a great job. I've built the '70 Charger, Dom's Charger. The front end is a very very tight fit. I had trouble with it, but i got it to work. I did break the steering shaft off. I believe the instructions say to put the interior in, then the chassis, then the radiator/ core support, then lower valence and grill. Like i said it's a very very tight fit. CA glue the chassis to the body 🤷♂️ That's what I did.
On the AMT one, the core support was a tad wider than the grill. Shaved off the ends. All of these Chargers need raised in the back end. A great Build!. You reminded me, I forgot my door handles and side mirror.
Great finish👍😎lovely blue and white interior goes really well with it👍😎. Good wheel choice and undersides look good.👍😎Thanks for showing and Merry Christmas to you and your family with best wishes from jolly old England👍🎅😎 Pete 🤓🎅
In Spite Of ALL The issues You Had Building This 68 Charger -Revell Kit ..Ive Never Ever Yet To See Another That It's End Result ..Is ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!!...As Yours!!!..Very, Very Well Done Craftsmanship!!..therefore Needless To Say ........I Subscribe!!
You did not go wrong at all… was relieved to see it wasn’t me…had exact same problems ,,, ended up cutting the hell out of the radiator assembly to get it in. Then i glue bombed and clamped the chassis in order for it to fit right and not sit high on the front end
Turned out very nice like the blue paint job 👍🏻… I built this one 3 times I enjoyed building it built all 3 different styles I’m thinking building another one 👍🏻
If you are having issues with final assembly, its probably because you didn't pre fit a mock up assembly prior to painting. Plus it helps if you also glue the front valance properly before paint. Saves making a mess with the super glue (and will be stronger too).
@@slowridemodelcars1687 i'm not 100% sure about this particular kit, but from my experience, even though its not the proper way, it can be forced with a bit of persuasion
Ed, I built this one and I really loved the kit. However, I also couldn’t get the nose down for the life of me. Mine looks pretty nice but it looks like it’s under acceleration sitting on the display shelf. I couldn’t get it down in front. Yours looks awesome either way
That is super cool! Love that blue!! I remember when I did mine a while back I think I trimmed the radiator to make the front end fit better. Been a while since I did this kit. Yours looks great tho!!
I have that kit in several versions... I gotten to gluing with styrene glue for a solid bond the valances on the body first and reinforcing them with super glue then mocking up the bottom of the car and finding any obstructions to fit and ride height before any paint happens.. I to love the 2and gen chargers in real life alwats wanted a 70 front end and a 68 rear for the tail lights a custom build. Guess I'll have to build it in scale to many 1 to 1 projects going to catch up!😂....so my short answer is mock up checking out the destructions and taking them as just a guide is the best plan of attack. I have not built one of my stash chargers but I did start my Dick Landy version... To me seeing your charger with out the core support is just wow hey something is missing! 😂 but you did very clean work and very nice chrome trim work! Will definetly want to see you build the next one hope you figure it out. If I do on my landy I'll report back 👍v8
Too bad about the front end issues. Still looks great. "68 is my favorite year for the Charger, I think it's partly because I like the tail lights better than the following years.
I had the same issues with mine. Was very pleased with the details but during final it just would not set right. Front end wound up looking like it had just done a hard launch.
killer build dou looks good from my house😁🤩scooter d😎built the landy car have two yet to put together painted oe body in midnight purple pearlhave a safe and happy new year😅🤣
Regardless of any issues, she turned out beautifully, brother, awesome color combo!! 😁 I don't think it's anything that you did "wrong" or messed up on, I had the same exact problems (high front end, pita core/radiator) on both the '68 AND '69 kits I've built I the past, though I don't remember the culprits (both were pre-2011 house fire builds). Merry Christmas, my friend 🎅✌️
How do you figure you went wrong on that kit? It turned out fantastic with a real nice paint job Ed. And the detail is where you did real nice. Just beautiful, LoL, that arthritis sucks line was funny. Keep on building man. Subbed. Cheers 🍺
I'm gonna say I didn't go wrong. Too many people in the comments had the same problems. Were I to build this kit again I'd trim down the bottom of the firewall. It seems to be a bit too big. Thanks for checking it out and the sub. Much appreciated.
I built this kit a few months back. I also had an issue with the front valence pan. I had to add a bit of styrene to widen the valence a bit. And that radiator panel too, what a rough time. Usually Revell kits are better engineered.
Painted mine in TAMiya bright red spraypaint.
The comments would suggest other builders have had problems with this kit. Happy Holidays and thanks for stopping by.
Final assembly is always nerve wracking! Glad it turned out well!
Thanks for checking it out. I've definitely dealt with worse. Happy New Year.
Absolutely stunning Ed. Regardless of your issues; your build turned out beautifully. Well done! 😀👍🏻
Glad you like it and thanks for stopping by. Merry Christmas 🎅..
Thanks for sharing the issues, it's always nice to know about them ahead of building. Looks great though.🤓👍
I should have reviewed this kit a long time ago. Thanks for stopping by and Happy Holidays.
Gorgeous color/s for the car! Looks good even with the little hiccup
One of best and worst builds. Very frustrating. Thanks for stopping by and Merry Christmas 🎅.
After 3 weeks, I just finished this kit and final assembly was a pain in the butt! Interior chassis would not fit without a lot of trimming…the front of main chassis was also the same…would not fit snug so mine sat a smidge high in the front.
Again, super nice build ya got there.
Glad you stopped by for a peek and got yours done. 👍 👍
I had the exact same problem, had to rip out the radiator to get the body to fit the chassis. I had heard going into the build that the engine as a really tight fit., definitely an understatement. Great looking build either way and the metallic blue looks awesome!
Thanks. I'm glad I'm not the only one that had these problems. Happy Holidays and thanks for stopping by.
Looks really nice, sometimes I hate final assembly on a lot of models, some of them never fit correctly, thanks for sharing!
Thanks for stopping by. It was great until final assembly. Happy Holidays.
Ed she's absolutely gorgeous brother and Merry Christmas ❤
Glad you like it. Thanks for watching and Merry Christmas 🎅.
Great work, i love this kit and have built quite a few, i have cheated in the past and chopped the front of the chassis off, that way i can glue the front valance on before painting, cant remember any issues with the rad/core support. I have a full set of Chargers, 67-71, the Revell 67 is a gorgeous kit (did mine silver with a red interior, Hemi motor), the 71 is an AMT kit which i had tons of issues with including trying to get the engine to sit straight in the engine bay. I had a real 68 Charger over here in Scotland around 2003, stupidly i sold it as it needed interior work and a rewire, big car for the roads over here though, my 72 Firebird was much easier to live with.
Thanks for checking out the build and Happy Holidays.
Love the Charger!!!
It turned out nice despite the issues. Thanks for blazing by. Much appreciated.
I think she turned out Great!!! Nicely Done!!! Thanks for sharing
Thanks for checking it out and Merry Christmas 🎅.
Bummer on final assembly Ed, paint and interior looks awesome buddy
I'm kinda glad it's not just me if the comments are any indicator. Thanks for blazing by for peek.
Awesome build, you did a great job. I've built the '70 Charger, Dom's Charger. The front end is a very very tight fit. I had trouble with it, but i got it to work. I did break the steering shaft off. I believe the instructions say to put the interior in, then the chassis, then the radiator/ core support, then lower valence and grill. Like i said it's a very very tight fit. CA glue the chassis to the body 🤷♂️ That's what I did.
Thanks for the info and for stopping by. Happy Holidays 🎄.
On the AMT one, the core support was a tad wider than the grill. Shaved off the ends. All of these Chargers need raised in the back end. A great Build!. You reminded me, I forgot my door handles and side mirror.
Happy Holidays and thanks for stopping by. 🎅
@@TI4438 Yes Happy Holidays. 👍👊
Great finish👍😎lovely blue and white interior goes really well with it👍😎. Good wheel choice and undersides look good.👍😎Thanks for showing and Merry Christmas to you and your family with best wishes from jolly old England👍🎅😎 Pete 🤓🎅
Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by. Happy Holidays to you 🎄.
In Spite Of ALL The issues You Had Building This 68 Charger -Revell Kit ..Ive Never Ever Yet To See Another That It's End Result ..Is ABSOLUTELY STUNNING!!...As Yours!!!..Very, Very Well Done Craftsmanship!!..therefore Needless To Say ........I Subscribe!!
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Awesome build! I love the color. Under the hood is sweet. Wish I could help with the radiator. It's sweet, regardless
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Beautiful build
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You did not go wrong at all… was relieved to see it wasn’t me…had exact same problems ,,, ended up cutting the hell out of the radiator assembly to get it in. Then i glue bombed and clamped the chassis in order for it to fit right and not sit high on the front end
Yup. The comments have proven the kit has issues. Hopefully this vid will be of use to other builders. Happy Holidays and thanks for stopping by.
Like that gasser look.
Wasn't intentional. The idea did cross my mind for a future build. Thanks for stopping by. Much appreciated.
@@TI4438 I’m partial to that look, I have the torsion bars cranked up on my 64 Polara.
Beautiful color and love the strip! Makes me want one in real life! Wheels look amazing 👏🏾
Thanks for checking it out, Sugardumplin. Merry Christmas 🎅..
Looks amazing thank you for sharing 🙂
Tamiya makes some awesome colors. Thanks for watching. Much appreciated.
Really nice build! I have this kit, glad to know of for warned issues? Thanks for sharing!
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Even with the issues it’s a great looking build! Merry Christmas to you and your family Ed!
Thanks for watching and Happy Holidays to you as well. 🎄
Turned out very nice like the blue paint job 👍🏻… I built this one 3 times I enjoyed building it built all 3 different styles I’m thinking building another one 👍🏻
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That is a sharp build, Ed. Absolutely fantastic
Thanks for checking it out. Turned out nice despite the issues. Happy Holidays.
This looks so cool T. Well done my friend. Beautiful finish and interior.👏👏👏👏
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nice build. sometimes you have that kit that just fights you all the way and you can't do a thing about it. hopefully the next one will go better.
Thanks for checking it out. Much appreciated.
Beautiful 68 Charger, came out awesome. Too bad about the radiator.
Hopefully I'll get it sorted next time at bat. Thanks for checking it out and Happy Holidays. 🎄
109 likes! I like that scale! Very nice model! I enjoyed the video! New sub here!
Thanks for scoping it out and the sub. Much appreciated.
Nice build man!
Thanks for checking it out. Happy New Year.
If you are having issues with final assembly, its probably because you didn't pre fit a mock up assembly prior to painting. Plus it helps if you also glue the front valance properly before paint. Saves making a mess with the super glue (and will be stronger too).
Thanks for checking out the vid. You can only mock up so much. Happy Holidays.
And some models you can’t install frame with the valances on
@@slowridemodelcars1687 i'm not 100% sure about this particular kit, but from my experience, even though its not the proper way, it can be forced with a bit of persuasion
Nice build. It is a shame the front end fits awkward. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for scoping it out. Gotta get it right next time.
I had same issues with my kit too
Yup. Same story in numerous comments. Happy New Year and thanks for stopping by. Much appreciated.
Ed, I built this one and I really loved the kit. However, I also couldn’t get the nose down for the life of me. Mine looks pretty nice but it looks like it’s under acceleration sitting on the display shelf. I couldn’t get it down in front. Yours looks awesome either way
Thanks for checking it out. The comments seem to indicate there are issues with the kit. Have a Merry Christmas 🎅.
@@TI4438 and a merry Christmas to you as well!!
Looks great dont think i built that kit was always an a body guy looks great
Thanks for checking it out and Happy Holidays.
That is super cool! Love that blue!! I remember when I did mine a while back I think I trimmed the radiator to make the front end fit better. Been a while since I did this kit. Yours looks great tho!!
Thanks for scoping it out. Nice to know I'm not the only guy to have problems with it.
I have that kit in several versions... I gotten to gluing with styrene glue for a solid bond the valances on the body first and reinforcing them with super glue then mocking up the bottom of the car and finding any obstructions to fit and ride height before any paint happens.. I to love the 2and gen chargers in real life alwats wanted a 70 front end and a 68 rear for the tail lights a custom build. Guess I'll have to build it in scale to many 1 to 1 projects going to catch up!😂....so my short answer is mock up checking out the destructions and taking them as just a guide is the best plan of attack. I have not built one of my stash chargers but I did start my Dick Landy version... To me seeing your charger with out the core support is just wow hey something is missing! 😂 but you did very clean work and very nice chrome trim work! Will definetly want to see you build the next one hope you figure it out. If I do on my landy I'll report back 👍v8
Thanks for the info and for scoping out the build. Have a Merry Christmas 🎅.
@@TI4438Merry Christmas 🎄
Good deal buddy 👍👍! 🧑🎄🎄🤙✌️
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Too bad about the front end issues. Still looks great. "68 is my favorite year for the Charger, I think it's partly because I like the tail lights better than the following years.
They are awesome. Thanks for checking it out. Merry Christmas 🎅.
I had the same issues with mine. Was very pleased with the details but during final it just would not set right. Front end wound up looking like it had just done a hard launch.
Yup. Sounds like we had the same issues. I had no trouble with Dom's 1970 Charger by Revell. Thanks for stopping by.
@@TI4438 hmm. I can say the same thing as well. interesting.
killer build dou looks good from my house😁🤩scooter d😎built the landy car have two yet to put together painted oe body in midnight purple pearlhave a safe and happy new year😅🤣
Thanks for scoping it out and Happy Holidays.
Regardless of any issues, she turned out beautifully, brother, awesome color combo!! 😁 I don't think it's anything that you did "wrong" or messed up on, I had the same exact problems (high front end, pita core/radiator) on both the '68 AND '69 kits I've built I the past, though I don't remember the culprits (both were pre-2011 house fire builds). Merry Christmas, my friend 🎅✌️
The comments would suggest this kit needs some special attention. Thanks for scoping it out and Happy Holidays 🎄.
How do you figure you went wrong on that kit? It turned out fantastic with a real nice paint job Ed. And the detail is where you did real nice. Just beautiful, LoL, that arthritis sucks line was funny. Keep on building man. Subbed. Cheers 🍺
I'm gonna say I didn't go wrong. Too many people in the comments had the same problems. Were I to build this kit again I'd trim down the bottom of the firewall. It seems to be a bit too big. Thanks for checking it out and the sub. Much appreciated.
Some time you have to trime the inside firewall
It fits the chassis perfectly, but I do believe that may be the problem. Happy Holidays and thanks for checking out the vid.
I have built 5 of this models and 90% of the kits go together really well but I hade one kit that ways so bad the mpc charger ways better
The MPC charger is brutal. Thanks for stopping by. Much appreciated.
Looks great…I just started this kit.
Did your kit include the red striped tires, mine didn’t.
The redlines were included. Thanks for stopping by. Much appreciated.
I suggest trimming the bottom of the firewall. That might fix one of the problems.
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It’s the kit I did three of them nothing fit brother
@@lanceeggermann9300 Thanks for checking it out. I think the biggest problem is the firewall. It fits the chassis but pushes it down.
hate that kitt i tried too do two of them smashed em with a hammer i rather do the amt one instead f that kitt...nothing but isssues here too...
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All i n all Ed niggle's or not. Still turned out a sweet looking ride. Merry Christmas to you and family my friend. Cheer's JV
Happy Holidays to you as well. Thanks for dropping in for a peek.