Lindberg 1/8 scale Exterminator dragster-05
Now it’s time to bring everything together. I scraped off a bit of paint where the engines sit, test-fitted them, and marked the areas to remove.
Next up: the firewall. In my view there looked like too much chrome, so time for the sanding sticks to remove remove it and allow some Satin Black primer to be used instead of chrome. With the engines, firewall, and gearbox ready, I glued them into the chassis, securing everything with tape and clamps.
The front axle can now be installed. The spring is held by four pins and supported by braces. Chrome end caps go above the axle for extra support.
While at the front, I fitted the steering bar and pivot, taking care not to glue the moving parts. The fuel cut-off valves were also glued to the chassis.
With the front taking shape, I moved to the rear. The seat frame was painted Matt Black, which contrasts nicely with the satin rubber “cushion” that will be fitted later.
The rear wheel hubs and brake assembly were de-chromed and painted Moondust Silver, with bolts highlighted in Humbrol Gunmetal.
These were installed on the rear axle, ensuring the shaft and hub could still turn. The gear shift and brake pipe valve were fitted to the gearbox.
The two-piece backplate behind the seat has a hole for a motor switch, which I left as-is. I painted it Halfords Ford Green Jade to match the body.
The seat cushion was glued onto the seat base, and the gear lever mechanism. Hopefully, as you can see, the chassis has now taken on a whole new look & is becoming to look more like the monster 2 engined dragster it should be.
