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21/11/2019 4:54 pm
Me & My Shadow...Review & Pics...
The UOP Shadow DN4, the last Can Am Champion, was and perhaps remains the most enigmatic, most intimidating weapon on four wheels that ever haunted an American race track. It wasn't the most feared (the Penske Panzer takes that honor) but with it's rich black color, triple digit number, low slung stance and massive engine pipes it looked the part of the outlaw.
When I started collecting models earlier in this century, I thought for sure someone would produce it...and it only took about 20 years. But it's here now and Replicarz has taken great care to make it worth the wait.
The model is lightweight and comes carefully packaged. It is a bit fiddly to put together despite some creative engineering. The struts holding the wing to the rear bonnet seem to want to dislodge at the slightest vibration.
That said the detail, especially for resin is wonderfully executed. The engine is easily the best I've seen in a resin model. The dramatic shape is captured how my minds eye remembers it - absolutely wicked.
Something's going on with the decals - there's got to be a story behind a sticker with more acronyms than a defense department contract or someone blew the spell check. The larger white decals also have more of a grey cast to them depending on the light.
You'd be well advised to overlook these little niggles I've observed because overall it's a model worth waiting 20 years for. ...I hope they do Mr. Donohue's Javelin with as much spirit and attention to detail. These are selling fast - so don't let grass grow under your feet making a decision.
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21/11/2019 5:44 pm
Rusty, holy sh!!, what an incredible portfolio of pics you've treated us to! FANTASTIC ! Thank-you!
22/11/2019 1:33 am
Great review, Rusty, thanks for taking the time to do this
Nobody is doing extensive reviews and photo sets anymore, I appreciate your efforts--is the suspension static or sprung, it seems the ride height is a bit tall?
22/11/2019 2:08 am
Stance & circumstance
In person it's not nearly as pronounced. There is no denying that if you get absolutely level with the model, there seems to be a slight incline from tail to nose. In my photographs, additional influencers are the white background, the silver splitter and use of a point and shoot camera which doesn't provide the best depth of field. It could be that by properly scaling the tires (assuming they are), it accentuated this slight artifact.
FWIW when I put the model in an acrylic case with a black base, honestly, it just doesn't appear off. It just looks menacing.
22/11/2019 4:09 am
It appears the real car had a slightly higher height in the front when the car was setting still, however running on the track the downforce was sufficient enough to lower the front of the car right to the track. There are several good videos of this, one on Replicarz site under the Jackie Oliver listing and several on y-tube. One keeps stopping and showing ice skating, but if you can make it through that it's great seeing this in racing action. Mine will not ship until Monday with my Mark Donohue Javline, can't wait.
22/11/2019 8:21 am
Wow, so many great links there, thanks Rusty!
22/11/2019 12:01 pm
Spectacular model !
22/11/2019 4:03 pm
UOP Shadow DN4
While with SCCA I saw this car in operation. We referred to it as " The Widow Maker". The sound of 800 HP was awesome. UOP was testing lead free gasoline ( lead being a lubricant) in running cars 24/7 around suburban Chicago and to prove a point in Can Am and F-1 racing.
23/11/2019 12:23 pm
UOP Shadow DN4
Like you, I waited years for this model. Details are excellent. Also have the 1/18 F-1 Shadow. That's it for collecting , now have ALL the Can Am winners.