Here is one of the cars I will be running in the Monte Carlo rally series.
To build this epic rally car that finished 4th overall in the 1971 Monte Carlo rally I am using a model kit that is only available in Japan. I was able to find the kit on eBay, go figure.
For the chassis, I ended up using an Olifer 3D chassis that was originally made for a Fly Alfa Romeo TZ2. The wheelbase was very close and there was plenty of room for the guide. My next step will be to mount some body posts inside the body that line up with the chassis.
For the body posts, I went to Slot Car Corner and ordered some CG Slots 3D printed body posts that are made for conversions just like this.
To make sure these posts stay in place I used some quick setting JB Weld. The JB Weld did a great job and the posts look very secure. Plus, the cars will not be going that fast on the rally track so there shouldn’t be any concerns about one of them coming loose.
Here are some pics of the car with the chassis mounted. The chassis isn’t perfectly centered in the body but it’s close enough to work.
The car still needs the front air dam removed to make it look like the rally 240Z and less of an IMSA Datsun 240Z.
This has been a fun and interesting project. I will post more updates as the car comes together.
I can’t wait to see what the other competitors are building.
