[TC18] Twin-Engine Drag Roadster

[offroadcreations]

Hello,

Here is my new MOC for the TC18 competition. It is quite simple, as the main goal was to create a model reminiscent of the pre-panel Technic era.

 

It features HoG steering, and 2 working twin V8 engines. There is also a surprise main feature:

There would be no point in calling it a dragster if it couldn't pop wheelies! 

It is nearly done, and only requires a few more cosmetic changes and detailing. Although I don't expect it to win, it was a fun model to build, and I'd love to hear everyone's opinions on it!

[Rudivdk]

20 minutes ago, offroadcreations said:

It is quite simple

Those are the hardest to design...

Looking good, just enough parts to make the shape work. For me you succeeded in that pre-panel feel, it reminds me of the days of studded Technic. Nice job!

[offroadcreations]

On 5/11/2020 at 12:30 PM, Rudivdk said:

Nice job!

Thank you for the kind words!

Here are the final pictures:

I tried adding flames to the exhaust, but they just looked too cartoonish.

I added a seat, fake steering wheel and a roll bar-type thing as well.

Chassis pic:

 

[offroadcreations]

Ok, I changed my mind about the model being complete. I decided that it wasn't sturdy enough, so I completely overhauled the chassis, added more details, and took new pics. 

One main thing I did was add a mechanism for the "wheelie mode" (it's the yellow connector.) I also added front lights, which I think help really polish the model.

Rear lights were added as well.

Chassis:

Edit: just fixed the exhausts so they're within the 15l limit.

Edited May 17, 2020 by offroadcreations

[Pauls Technic]

You have done a really awesome job with this, reminds me of the early days of Technic.