JollySipper Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 They are remodeling our apartments, so most of my model stuff is put away. However, I was able to sneak in a paint job over the long weekend. I'm pretty far along on this one, just the suspension and engine need paint and assembly....... Primer and paint are DupliColor, clear is Rustoleum. Interior is a pink color called Sweet Pea from Rustoleum......... Plan is to use Pegasus 4 bar spinner wheels and have a slight foward rake.......... All comments are welcome!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southern Fried Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 I've always liked this kit. It can be "interpreted" in so many ways, and look good. I'm not a "customizer", I've used it for Gassers. However, I do appreciate a nice build. Carry on... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 One of my favorite kits. Gorgeous paint, sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JollySipper Posted May 26, 2015 Author Share Posted May 26, 2015 Thank you, guys....! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luis Ayala Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 (edited) Great Job on the paint !!!! Also one of my favorite kits!! Thanks for sharing. Edited May 26, 2015 by Luis Ayala Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 I like your color choices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 Looks great Tim... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Custom Mike Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 Great colors TJ, I can't wait to see the rims you've picked out on it, that should be sweet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dominik Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 nice colors! looking forward for more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JollySipper Posted May 26, 2015 Author Share Posted May 26, 2015 Thanks a bunch, guys!! A question for those who have built this one..... should I glue the package tray to the interior assembly, or to the inside of the body like the instructions say? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luis Ayala Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 (edited) Hi Tim, I have built this kit a couple of times and the first one I did it just like the instructions say but it was very difficult to close the kit and there was a gap between the interior and the rear tray. In my experience it will fit cleaner and it is easier to close the build if you glue it to the interrior assembly. I have always glued all the glass in place and then start test fitting the interiors till they snug nicely in place before the final assembly. Hope this helps. Edited May 26, 2015 by Luis Ayala Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogfish_7 Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 Man, that's purdy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JollySipper Posted May 26, 2015 Author Share Posted May 26, 2015 Thanks for the nice comments, everybody! Got some foil work done! Also, I was anxious to see how it would look with the side trim and wheels, so there is a mock-up pic........ All comments welcome.....!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
restoman Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike_G Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 Thanks a bunch, guys!! A question for those who have built this one..... should I glue the package tray to the interior assembly, or to the inside of the body like the instructions say? I glued it to the body as per the instructions- no problems with fitting the interior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayne swayze Posted May 26, 2015 Share Posted May 26, 2015 These old '53/54 Fords were around a lot in my neighbourhood back in the day, many were customs. I've always really liked them. Yours is looking great! It's like a trip down memory lane for me. Thanks a ton! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAMBENNA Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 nice paint , looks good so far Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 Whadda paint job!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JollySipper Posted May 28, 2015 Author Share Posted May 28, 2015 Thanks for the kind words, Guys....!! Glad you are enjoying this one.......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bumblebi Posted May 28, 2015 Share Posted May 28, 2015 I really love that red colour, fits perfect with the body. Nice work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 Foil looks awesome... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 (edited) I really do like the red & black. I'm just not 100% sold on the pink interior. Steve Edited May 29, 2015 by StevenGuthmiller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JollySipper Posted May 29, 2015 Author Share Posted May 29, 2015 Thanks, fellas...... Steve, the pink actually looks good in the car in person, maybe all buttoned up with good outside shots will make it look better.....!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 Thanks, fellas...... Steve, the pink actually looks good in the car in person, maybe all buttoned up with good outside shots will make it look better.....!! Very possible TJ. I know a lot of these paint schemes look a little "funky" at first, but by the time it's all finished up, they look great! I just never would have dreamed of pink with red & black. I really love that red by the way! Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
superbike-shaun Posted May 29, 2015 Share Posted May 29, 2015 Hi Tim,I think your color for the interior is particularly awesome,maybe we could have some interior shots,so you can exploit that great professional choices thank you superbike-shaun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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