Land Rover Defender 90

[Shape_Shifter]

Originally Posted by dockman

Awesome work! Makes me wish I had access to the tools and equipment you do. Looking forward to seeing this finished.

Thanks. You know, all of this could be done with a hacksaw, a hand drill, and a Dremel. I have been modeling for long time and one of the first tools I ever bought myself was a Dremel. That opened up a world of possibilities.....

[MGCrawler]

LOL, yep i'm the power wagon guy. Are you going to do the whole exo type cage in the pics on your truck? Who look too cool man.

[Shape_Shifter]

Originally Posted by MGCrawler

LOL, yep i'm the power wagon guy. Are you going to do the whole exo type cage in the pics on your truck? Who look too cool man.

Heh, I love the work you did on that Dodge. I dont think I have gushed enough about it.

I have most of the pieces cut for the windshield cage but I may not install it because of C.G. issues. Right now I am trying to decide what color to paint it.

[MGCrawler]

Thanks alot shape it was a fun build. Maybe you could make the cage/roof rack kinda removable and go either way? It would look so BA with that stuff on it. MerryChristmas!

[Shape_Shifter]

Originally Posted by MGCrawler

Thanks alot shape it was a fun build. Maybe you could make the cage/roof rack kinda removable and go either way? It would look so BA with that stuff on it. MerryChristmas!

Okay Mopar Man, exo cage has begun. BTW, all my stuff is removable. I don't do epoxy.

[justinart24]

Holy hell, i thought this thing was 1:10 until i read the first page.

Nice work!

[spoo76]

I always see people post "this is the best micro build"
but the level of detail and craftsmanship that you have in this thing is truly top notch and its not even done!. the bolt on accessories make it even better. I don't think i could even drill those tiny parts straight
BTW are those short shocks modified Micro T parts? I noticed the ball ends on the axle side

[Shape_Shifter]

Originally Posted by spoo76

BTW are those short shocks modified Micro T parts? I noticed the ball ends on the axle side

Thanks guys!!


I got the shocks from this guy http://cgi.ebay.com/70S-CHEVY-LOSI-M...item1e6088c273

I think they are too big for micro T parts though

[MGCrawler]

LOL mopar man, how can you tell? I'll post here too, really nice skillz with the tube man. looks awesome so far can't wait to see more brass!

[dockman]

The shocks look like they are off of a Mini-Z Overland, spotted some on ebay yesterday looking at wheels.

Found some on ebay, think this is it.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Kyosho-Mini-Z-MR...item230cde1a52

[Shape_Shifter]

Pics of the roof rack and ladder. Happy New Year.

[dockman]

I am gobsmacked, the amount of detail you are putting into this is amazing.

[MUD.]

Thats awesome work....have you got a rule in any shots to gauge its size ?

[Shape_Shifter]

Originally Posted by MUD.

Thats awesome work....have you got a rule in any shots to gauge its size ?

Good idea. When I'm finished painting I'll do that and video too.

[jkabee]

I am amazed at the abilities here. You work is another fine example of exactly how much I have yet to learn!

[BEELZEBOB]

I am so humbled by this build that i am to afraid to post!


wait.... $)%*!

LOL

Shape Shifter;

your abilities positively beyond that of hobby, and you have now entered into the realm of pure art.

[Shape_Shifter]

Originally Posted by jkabee

I am amazed at the abilities here. You work is another fine example of exactly how much I have yet to learn!

Thanks, I've been tinkering with this stuff for a long time.

Originally Posted by BEELZEBOB

I am so humbled by this build that i am to afraid to post!
wait.... $)%*!
LOL

Shape Shifter;
your abilities positively beyond that of hobby, and you have now entered into the realm of pure art.

Heh. Settle down there Robert . My stuff is really not that great compared to some others.....but thanks

[Shape_Shifter]

The wheelbase is just a bit too high to be perfect factory scale, but you see the type of terrain I have at home so it works out well.





A low res video here. Youtube killed my soundtrack. It was Van Halen Little Guitars....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VQ1603l0iME




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[dockman]

Not only does that look amazing, it also looks pretty stable considering it has to be a tad top heavy. Builds like this make me want to try my hand at making my own scaler. Might have to once I get my tools out of storage.

Two big thumbs up on the build, everything on it looks damn good.

[Shape_Shifter]

Originally Posted by dockman

Not only does that look amazing, it also looks pretty stable considering it has to be a tad top heavy. .....

Thanks! I am using air dampened shocks and it really makes a difference.

BTW, I just weighed the little beast and AUW is 1lb 4.2oz (572.6 grams).