angelo7 Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 This paint scheme was called "Elizabeth" back then. Just finished it. Franklin Mint did this one years ago in 1/32 and I could never afford it so I made my own. The only thing I don't like is that the bumper is too wide. I did not use the front brake drums as the axle was too wide so now the bumper looks even wider. But overall it is a nice kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Buckaroo Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 That is one Fine looking Freightliner. I like the color combination. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 Very nice work Angel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Petetrucker07 Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 Very nice job man. She's a looker for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 What a terrific looking Freightliner! Job well done Angel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
towman1271 Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 The rest of the truck looks so good you don't even notice the bumper..Awesome job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatorincebu Posted March 30, 2015 Share Posted March 30, 2015 Nice job on this one. I like the paint shceme and graphics. Be Well Gator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelo7 Posted March 31, 2015 Author Share Posted March 31, 2015 (edited) Thank you guys for the nice comments. I'll also take comments on how to make the bumper look better. Edited March 31, 2015 by angelo7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopar - D Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Angel great looking Frightliner I always liked the multi colored paint jobs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Thank you guys for the nice comments. I'll also take comments on how to make the bumper look better. The only way to fix it is to cut it, section it, and rechrome it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbill Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Man that's sweet! Great looking rig! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelo7 Posted March 31, 2015 Author Share Posted March 31, 2015 (edited) The only way to fix it is to cut it, section it, and rechrome it. Yep, I just did that. But I did cut a little from each corner. Now the corners look funny but at least it don't look wide. I think I messed it up. If somebody has an extra bumper for this I'll buy it. Edited March 31, 2015 by angelo7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Really nice looking White-Freightliner. Well done. The silver with the green really stands out. Definitely not a fleet truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goodwrench3 Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 The only way to fix it is to cut it, section it, and rechrome it. Ugh... another thing on the "to-do" list for my current Feightliner COE project. But it sure is a beautiful rig you have !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 (edited) I'll also take comments on how to make the bumper look better. How about making a custom bumper from some styrene sheet, along the lines of a "Texas Bumper". You could cover it in Bare Metal Foil (BMF) and have a good match for the kit chrome. Edited March 31, 2015 by Modeltruckbuilder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superpeterbilt Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Ugh... another thing on the "to-do" list for my current Feightliner COE project. Call me crazy, but fixing these little quirks on a kit is the fun part of modeling! Theres a little more pride in the truck, knowing that you corrected their mistakes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goodwrench3 Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Call me crazy, but fixing these little quirks on a kit is the fun part of modeling! Theres a little more pride in the truck, knowing that you corrected their mistakes. Very true ! And AMT gave us several "opportunities" with that kit ! :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Very sharp Freightliner. love the paint scheme Angel... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpreadAxle Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 SWEET! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trick my mixer Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 Good looking Freightshaker Angel...Nice paint.....Looks like the Franklin Mint model...........Great job!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted March 31, 2015 Share Posted March 31, 2015 one beautiful great build on a tuff kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelo7 Posted March 31, 2015 Author Share Posted March 31, 2015 How about making a custom bumper from some styrene sheet, along the lines of a "Texas Bumper". You could cover it in Bare Metal Foil (BMF) and have a good match for the kit chrome. Nice photo Anthony, and thanks for the tip. And Thanks again guys for the good feedback! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelo7 Posted March 31, 2015 Author Share Posted March 31, 2015 Call me crazy, but fixing these little quirks on a kit is the fun part of modeling! Theres a little more pride in the truck, knowing that you corrected their mistakes. I like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angelo7 Posted March 31, 2015 Author Share Posted March 31, 2015 This is what I got now. A little narrow but still working on it. I still want to replace it if I can find one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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