mrm Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 This is another one of my endless Deuce projects and it is ..........a hearse. A hot rodded one at that. I don't remember what gave me the idea, but it has been in my head for a while now. As a matter of fact it was already in my head last June in Kanzas, where I did not see Dorothy, but I got me a Boothhill Express showrod in a gallon ziplock bag for something like $10. It was exactly what I had in mind for the project. The other part I needed was the Dan Fink Speedwagon, which I already had a couple of from evilbay. The only setback was, that I found out that the supposedely whole kit of the Boothill express was missing its roof. Well styrene sheet it was. Since I now had a much longer body, I needed to stretch the frame. I decided to use two separate fromes cut at different places for the job (sometimes it seems like I have an unlimited supplies of '32 parts accumulated over the years before I even gave myself a break from the hobby) Looking at all the issues that would have caused with the cross members etc. I decided to use just the front crossmember and the one at the very back. So basically I had to scratchbuild the frame with some styrene tubing . I decided to go fullfendered as I have a vision of a hot rodded but elegant hearse. That meant that not only the fenders had to be stretched, but also the running boards now had to be filled to become smooth. To locate the first crossmember made, on which the rear suspention is going to be, I temporarily glead the rear radius rods to the original kit cross member and to the rear end. This way I had the exact geometry that I needed laid infront of me. Pretty much the same principal was used for the tranny mounting point and another crossmember further to the front. Then everything was glued together by some design of mine. This is pretty much what the new stretched chassis looks like as of now. It still needs some more work and attachment brackets and mounts for the suspention. Thank you for looking and stay tuned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kris Morgan Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 Very interesting. I think I like where this is going. I will be watching this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damianthedog Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 This is another one of my endless Deuce projects and it is ..........a hearse. A hot rodded one at that. I don't remember what gave me the idea, but it has been in my head for a while now. As a matter of fact it was already in my head last June in Kanzas, where I did not see Dorothy, but I got me a Boothhill Express showrod in a gallon ziplock bag for something like $10. It was exactly what I had in mind for the project. The other part I needed was the Dan Fink Speedwagon, which I already had a couple of from evilbay. The only setback was, that I found out that the supposedely whole kit of the Boothill express was missing its roof. Well styrene sheet it was. Since I now had a much longer body, I needed to stretch the frame. I decided to use two separate fromes cut at different places for the job (sometimes it seems like I have an unlimited supplies of '32 parts accumulated over the years before I even gave myself a break from the hobby) Looking at all the issues that would have caused with the cross members etc. I decided to use just the front crossmember and the one at the very back. So basically I had to scratchbuild the frame with some styrene tubing . I decided to go fullfendered as I have a vision of a hot rodded but elegant hearse. That meant that not only the fenders had to be stretched, but also the running boards now had to be filled to become smooth. To locate the first crossmember made, on which the rear suspention is going to be, I temporarily glead the rear radius rods to the original kit cross member and to the rear end. This way I had the exact geometry that I needed laid infront of me. Pretty much the same principal was used for the tranny mounting point and another crossmember further to the front. Then everything was glued together by some design of mine. This is pretty much what the new stretched chassis looks like as of now. It still needs some more work and attachment brackets and mounts for the suspention. Thank you for looking and stay tuned. did you take the running boards /front and rear fenders from a 1932 ford Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrm Posted January 12, 2012 Author Share Posted January 12, 2012 Other than the yellow parts, everything else on this is from some sort of '32 Ford kit or will be scratchbuild. The only aftermarket item (other than the usual detail wires, grilles etc.) will eventually be a coffin riding in the back, which will most likely come from Jimmy Flintstone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrm Posted January 12, 2012 Author Share Posted January 12, 2012 Here is a quick mockup of the whole thing. I have not decided on wheels yet, but the ride will be adjusted for sure. Because of the frame modifications, now the wheels sit somewhat more inwards in the fenders, which needs to be fixed. Also the front needs to be brought down a little. But there is a lot more work on the chassis and fenders that needs to be done before that. The model will have white wall tires for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lownslow Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 nice mods you got going there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Cranky Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 Amazing transformation. Looks like a neat subject, never seen before. Keep it going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Pugh Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 This is cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirkpitt289 Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 Very cool, I look forward to seeing more of it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmvw guy Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 Interesting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draggon Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 I like this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr.Zombie Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 Wicked awesome! I'm a fan already. Can't wait for more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Handley Posted January 12, 2012 Share Posted January 12, 2012 I likw how that's turned out so far! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrm Posted October 19, 2012 Author Share Posted October 19, 2012 I'll have to jump start this. So many projects, so little time...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 I had a very similar idea using that hearse part and the rest from the Rootbeer Truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Cranky Posted October 19, 2012 Share Posted October 19, 2012 Liking the look and excellent mods too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrm Posted April 15, 2014 Author Share Posted April 15, 2014 I mentioned in the other thread that I had some unfortunate events to deal with , which put me out of my building for over a year. All of it was followed by some sort of builder's block. My kid, Ryan, helped me overcome it, by asking to build a model with me. His choice was the Boothill Express. This reignited the spark about this build, which survived the chaos in my house. Well, almost, as the chassis was broken in two. So I fixed the chassis and reinforced it. Then I picked an engine for it. It is the sbf from the Speedwagon with MCG resin heads and filter. They are really cool Edelbrock pieces with photoetched plates for the top of the heads and filter. For whatever reason the "Edelbrock" writings are upside down. So I filled them and I will figure out what to do with it. Then sprayed everything with black primer to show me the million holes I need to fill. Tamiya basic putty for the first round…. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyrichard Posted April 15, 2014 Share Posted April 15, 2014 cool !!! the Michael Moskov hearse wagon !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 bad55 stan Posted April 17, 2014 Share Posted April 17, 2014 Thats sweet,Looks like your gettin there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrm Posted April 25, 2014 Author Share Posted April 25, 2014 After fighting pinholes in the putty, ghost lines in joints and cheap automotive black primer, I just gave in and finally soaked the roof and the running boards (trouble areas) in polyurethane primer. It is curing as we speak, but tomorrow will be sanded and hopefully, ready for some paint. I am also working on a headliner for the cab. Will post pictures tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
am73grand Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 This is a really cool project!!! I'm looking forward to seeing more!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMCMAN52 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Great start I can see Eddie Munster driving this thing...........Got to love Grandpa Munster for helping you out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 I like that idea . . . chauffeured by Eddie Munster. Interesting concept. Looking forward to seeing the final product! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squirrel886 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Very cool project! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rustybill1960 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Interesting build for sure Will be watching this build Thank you for sharing Later Russ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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