'69 Dart GTS to Swinger ?

[topside]

I have the Revell GTS kit, but don't see anyone making resin conversion parts to make it a Swinger 340.

Would need the "plain" rear panel & bench seats, probably interior side panels to be more accurate - I have a spare 340 from an AMT Duster kit.

Anyone know of a source I couldn't find ?

[dodgefever]

The 2 in 1 Hemi kit has a plain rear panel, but it only has the trunk lock detail, no DODGE lettering. No idea on the bench, but interior panels aren't that hard to scratch up.

[topside]

Hey, thanks for the heads up.
I'll look at Harts Parts & see what they have for benches & such - might find something with a Google search.
I'd hate to raid a Hemi Dart kit for its rear panel & interior sides - I'm goofy that way, I guess.
I was thinking white with red interior for a GTS, but if I can make a Swinger, it'll be different colors.

[topside]

Found some on Feebay, and emailed Hart to see if he's interested in making the Swinger rear cap, seats & tub. I'm surprised nobody makes a conversion. I'll let y'all know if something develops w/Harts Parts.

[topside]

Well, Hart said it would be too costly for him to do.

[mopar]

Maybe able to find someone that does 3D printing to make them for you. I don’t know anyone but I see a lot of 3d printed stuff that looks good.

[dodgefever]

I could have a go at drawing it. I have the Dart kit for reference.

[topside]

Just seems like there'd be a market for the conversion. Hamtramck_Hisotorical has all the interior patterns & other info to make things accurate.

I ended up buying some parts off Ebay, so I'll have to slice-and-dice the rear seat, rear trim/bumper/tail lamp cap, come up with a front bench, and then mess with interior patterns. Already have a spare AMT 340 & trans.

I'm tired already, haha !

[topside]

I think what I'll do- after the Mustang is done - is build the GTS before doing a Swinger 340 conversion. That way I learn the kit before I go off the rails, right ?

[BUCKY]

That sounds like a good plan!

[topside]

Aaaaand as it turns out, Keith Marks has '69 Swinger 340 decals, with either white or black tail stripe, so I ordered one of each.
(Haven't decided on body or interior colors yet.)
While I was spending money like a drunk, I also ordered a set for GTS because there are things on his sheet that the kit lacks.

A combination of Tamiya Mica Red and Clear Red over that got the interior color pretty much spot on.

[Jcon]

Sounds good!!!

[topside]

Well, I have most of the stuff for this - though oddly, my spare 340 is missing its valve covers - just gotta decide on color and the best way to modify & fit the rear cap. Maybe cut out the GTS trim & leave the tail lights attached to the bumper...