BKcustoms Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Here's something I've been messing around with for a few days. I decided to do a Biscayne conversion using the AMT 67' Impala kit since my step dad has a 1:1 Biscayne that used to belong to my Grandpa. So far I've removed the fastback roof and replaced it with a modified one from a 69' Camaro to match the Biscayne's roofline. I also cut a new rear window and added correct body seams based off of measurements I took off of the 1:1 car. I still have more work to do but I think it's starting to take shape. Thanks for looking! Let me know what you think. Billy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Looks good nice change out on the roof. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Always nice to build a tribute car and it sure helps to have it on hand for measurements. Looking forward to seeing this one done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 That looks fabulous! There's a resin '67 Biscayne body available but I think yours has a MUCH more accurate roofline. Please keep us posted with your progress on this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Looks awesome.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Curt Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Nice job on that conversion, Billy. I would have never thought to use the Camaro roof but it looks just right after your mods. I will be watching this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Custom Mike Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 That looks great so far! What size engine is it going to have? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Nice work so far Billy!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongRoofNut Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Way better than my skills can do! Looks good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khier Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 I love following conversion and scratch building, and I love the '65-'70 GM full size too. I do not want to spoil your enthusiasm but did you consider the MCW Biscayne? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dare1 Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 That roof does look just right, I'll definitely be keeping tabs on this build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeCee Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 That is one great roof conversion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impcon Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Now this is an ambitious project that will certainly raise your level of experience and building skills, Bill!!! It will be an unusual model when done and may I ask if you have considered building a second one to offer to a quality resin caster? Getting things into their proper shape and place is a time consuming job at the best of times but this is looking good and accurate! Do you have photos of how you sectioned the roof? It would be interesting to see the steps. Keep up the good work as I am sure that a lot of people will be following your progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geno Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Looks great so far, keep us posted on the progress, this is gonna be sweet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted November 13, 2014 Share Posted November 13, 2014 You're doing a great job on your conversion. The fun will come when you get to the "post" and the window moldings. The side glass has a frame and molding around them. You might look at using some "L" shaped plastic from Plastruct for this, as it would also give you a way to install window glass from the inside. I had owned a new '68 Bel Air tudor which I think was the same other than the grill and rear bumpers. I also would never of thought of the Camaro roof for the rear window, but it looks dead on to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Edman Posted November 15, 2014 Share Posted November 15, 2014 nice work sir Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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