Progress: Eclipse GS-T

This is a revell kit I just had to get. Im going to do it my way. Some of the parts that came with the kit is just a NO, No :disappoin
Anyways, Ive done little so far. Just Detailed the front end, Custom built Intercooler and what not. The color of the car will be Brook Blue Metallic.
Only one picture right now, More will come.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/FeintMotion/HPIM1713.jpg

Looks cool. As you may know, I have a WIP thread on the car here too so I know what you mean about the kit parts. Some are just no good... It looks like yours is going to be a quality piece judging by the scratch intercooler's quality.

FYI the model is a GSX. There were no GT-S in this model of Eclipse. The GT-S name didn't come until the 3rd generation in 2000.

...FYI the model is a GSX. There were no GT-S in this model of Eclipse. The GT-S name didn't come until the 3rd generation in 2000.

How do you know it is GSX (AWD) not GST(FWD)? There was no exterior difference between them, besides rear high spoiler. Also you can find GST with rear high spoiler just straight from factory.

How do you know it is GSX (AWD) not GST(FWD)? There was no exterior difference between them, besides rear high spoiler. Also you can find GST with rear high spoiler just straight from factory.


You're right, there were no exterior differences. They both had the same spoiler too. Well, there was the 17" wheels on the GSX, compared to the 16" on the GST, but this kit doesn't have either of the stock rims.

Underneath the car is another story. The GST exhaust has many bends, some nearly 90°, while the GSX has a more or less straight exhaust. (when I say exhaust, I mean from the turbo back btw). Also, the GSX has a driveshaft that goes to the back wheels, while the GST doesn't. The model's underside represents the GSX. (even though Revell only put a decal for GS-T)

I guess it resembles the GSX and Gt-s in many ways, I never notice it till you guys started talking about it. Reason I said Gt-s is because thats what it said on the box. Once again Revell screws up some how.
Other than that, thanks for the reply. Cleared some things up for me.

Reason I said Gt-s is because thats what it said on the box. Once again Revell screws up some how.


That's odd.. my box doesn't say what type it is at all, other than '99 Mitsubishi Eclipse, although it mentions the all-wheel-drive chassis on the side of the box. Maybe you have a newer printing? Oh well.. heh.

Another FYI and a little history lesson. I think you're still confusing GT-S and GS-T. There are 4 generations of Eclipse.

The 1st and 2nd gen were RS, GS, GS-T (FWD Turbo), and GSX (AWD Turbo)

3rd gen had RS, GS, GT, and GT-S. The GT and GTS both having the same V6 engine and all were FWD.

4th gen just came out last month, so i'm not too sure about it..

That's odd.. my box doesn't say what type it is at all, other than '99 Mitsubishi Eclipse, although it mentions the all-wheel-drive chassis on the side of the box. Maybe you have a newer printing? Oh well.. heh.

Another FYI and a little history lesson. I think you're still confusing GT-S and GS-T. There are 4 generations of Eclipse.

The 1st and 2nd gen were RS, GS, GS-T (FWD Turbo), and GSX (AWD Turbo)

3rd gen had RS, GS, GT, and GT-S. The GT and GTS both having the same V6 engine and all were FWD.

4th gen just came out last month, so i'm not too sure about it..

Ah, Thanks for the explanation! I got it now. The Gt-s wasnt exactly on the box. It was on the decal sheet. I will get a photo of that soon.

EDIT: I just looked at the Decal sheet. It says "GS-T". Surry for my ignorance, Im not used to Mitu :grinno:

great start there.............after i finish my teg im going to get that.......hehe......

It doesn`t matter if it is GSX or GST. The best thing is that`s not GS or RS :D

It doesn`t matter if it is GSX or GST. The best thing is that`s not GS or RS :D

No arguments from me.. heh :P

You could get a 95 to 98 gst or gsx that looked exactly the same.Just FYI ,used to own one.

You could get a 95 to 98 gst or gsx that looked exactly the same.Just FYI ,used to own one.

Actually.. the 95-96 have different bumpers, side skirts, and wheels than the 97-99. I own a '95 GS-T (seen in my sig). The 97-99's are considered to be more aggressive looking due to the bumpers and hi-rise wing, while the 95-96 are more rounded around the edges and only came with the lower 3 piece wing.

I always enjoy watching your threads. Just like this one. Only one pic and it even looks promising already!! :naughty:

I love that front bumper and costum intercooler, but in what scale is this model, in 1/24, 1/18 or bigger ?

Josh. Do you want me to change the title to GS-T?

I love that front bumper and costum intercooler, but in what scale is this model, in 1/24, 1/18 or bigger ?
1/25th Thanks man.

Josh. Do you want me to change the title to GS-T?
Yea, I made a small error with the subject

Cool car Josh;)

hey...can you post some pics of your IC piping? Im gonna do an IC on mine and redo the incorreect piping the kit supplies. and BTW, did you cut down the front bumper mounting behind the bumper to fit the IC? Thanks.

hey...can you post some pics of your IC piping? Im gonna do an IC on mine and redo the incorreect piping the kit supplies. and BTW, did you cut down the front bumper mounting behind the bumper to fit the IC? Thanks.
~Will do, Yea, i cut out the mount for fake cooler.

Few more pictures, These aren't the final choice of wheels, these are just to give you an idea. Color is Brook Blue Mettalic.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/FeintMotion/HPIM1718.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/FeintMotion/HPIM1717.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/FeintMotion/HPIM1716.jpg
^^ I still have to paint the other IC pipe :mad:

Still Needs to be cleared. Thanks for looking.

Coming along great. The IC is awsome.

Lookin' good. I like the fat lip on the wheels, although, I think it'd fit better on a wide body kit.

Dayum!! That's nice!!!:sunglasse

wow that is looking very nice so far

did you paint the intercooler with Alclad II?

sweet, was thinking about picking up the eclipse model this week. Does it come with stock bumpers and aftermarket bumpers?

wow that is looking very nice so far

did you paint the intercooler with Alclad II?

No, DupliColor Chrome

sweet, was thinking about picking up the eclipse model this week. Does it come with stock bumpers and aftermarket bumpers?

No, Comes with 3 "custom" bodykits. The blitz bodykit is byfar the best out of the three IMO.

What is that wheel you have on the back?

Looks great with these wheels. The paint really suits that Eclipse.

No, DupliColor Chrome.

How many type of chrome does duplicolor make????.. pic of the can please :biggrin:

excellent build... keep it up.!!

Woow I love the rims! The color! Everything.. I LOVE THIS CAR!!!

Nice Build Man! GST ROXXXXXXXXXX

What is that wheel you have on the back?

Just a Pegasus deep dish lip along with the stock "custom" wheels that came with the kit.
I may get some Te37's or something sporty.

How many type of chrome does duplicolor make????.. pic of the can please :biggrin:

excellent build... keep it up.!!

LOL i dont know, alot. I will try to get a photo for you.

Thanks for the comments. Volks are comming :sunglasse

Looking awesome, love the IC and color :sunglasse

Excellent stuff Josh

that must be one of the best ICs that i've ever seen! goodstuff and keep up the good work! :biggrin:

Looking real good Josh..very kool... :cool:
Keep up the great progress Mate

cheers stump :aus:

Another small update:
The interior is giving me some problems, so i did a few CF accents to give the eclipse some aggresive appearance.
CFed the lip, and CF the Spark plug on the vale cover.
Im very surry for the small updates, Ive been busy building my new pocket rocket (1/10th 30 MPH RC car)
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/FeintMotion/HPIM1728.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/FeintMotion/HPIM1727.jpg

Sick as always Josh , also if u ever get on aim i could use some more advice on my models ( how you build certain stuff how to paint better ext). Advice is always wanted.


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Now known as: Dementedkindness

dang nice as always..........good progress..........

Amazing stuff man, Like I said before your going Carbon crazy :grinyes: :lol2:

The carbon on the lip looks good. I was actually going to do that with mine, but decided against it. I'm glad I didn't, just so we don't look like clones.. heh..

Nice work! Keep it commin'!

sick IC!

that is one wicked intercooler, this is gonna be an awesome eclipse

That is awesome!!!! Keep up the good work!

I wish someone would do a tutorial on building intercoolers and piping ...exc.

I wish someone would do a tutorial on building intercoolers and piping ...exc.



Same!

Do you guys ever check the "AF Car Modeling Tutorial and How-To Depository" on the main modeling page? There are a couple tutorials in there..

Thanks for the comments guys. If you wana learn how to make an intercooler just look at the How To sticky on the model forum. Like B-hop said..

Heres some updates, the engine is almost complete. Im very happy with the outcome. Hopfully I will get more detailed when it comes to motors.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/FeintMotion/HPIM1741.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/FeintMotion/HPIM1740.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/FeintMotion/HPIM1739.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/FeintMotion/HPIM1733.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v669/FeintMotion/HPIM1732.jpg
I cant really get a good theme for the interior. If any one can give me a spark of an idea that would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.

The engine look's awesome, gotta love that IC :sunglasse :sunglasse

Maybe try to put in 2 Sparco's or Recaro's, with a black and blue scheme

http://img226.echo.cx/img226/7413/speeddinbvinylblack4fg.jpg
http://img226.echo.cx/img226/5512/sportklesdinb7it.jpg

Just keep it respectable, you're already doing a good job

The seats the kit comes with are nice. They look like Ralliart seats.

WOW! AMAZING work. I can't wait to see what it will look like when it is all done!

Thats wierd. The Eclipse I'm building is so similiar its not funny. Same bodykit, Same ideas, similiar color, CF Front lip, intercooler but I redid the turbo piping to match the IC even added a BOV.. Its uncanny...lol. I don't know if you chose an interior combo, but don't use tan and black stock looking with black and blue racing seats. Thats all mine..lol. Nice car so far.

how about a dark blue an white interior

you could do a black with carbon insert,
its just an idea

Maybe try to put in 2 Sparco's or Recaro's, with a black and blue scheme

http://img226.echo.cx/img226/7413/speeddinbvinylblack4fg.jpg
http://img226.echo.cx/img226/5512/sportklesdinb7it.jpg

Just keep it respectable, you're already doing a good job
I agree!! :grinyes: :smokin:

Thanks for the interior help guys, Im going with the Black and Royal Blue theme. With CF accents. IE: Dash board components, steering wheel, ETC..

Quick update:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/KonArtist/HPIM1747.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/KonArtist/HPIM1746.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/KonArtist/HPIM1745.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/KonArtist/HPIM1744.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/KonArtist/HPIM1742.jpg
The wheels are Revell. The kinda look like 5zigens. I widened the rear wheel. Looks cool to me.
I added a GT style Mines wing. I will also repaint the centers on the wheels gunmetal. The Eclipse still needs to be cleared. I still debating to but graphics on it.

Thanks for the comments.

I added a GT style Mines wing.


I never knew Mine's makes universal GT Style wings?

j/k :lol: Im just playing with you:)

I never knew Mine's makes universal GT Style wings?

j/k :lol: Im just playing with you:)

HA, you know what i mean. Just a look. :rolleyes:

Nice work. It's coming along real nice.

I like this stance.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/KonArtist/HPIM1748.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/KonArtist/HPIM1751.jpg
Still debating about the wing.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v230/KonArtist/HPIM1752.jpg