traditional Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 (edited) This '52 International panel truck was extensively (but subtly) modified from a $29 NAPA promo a few years ago. The promo was a '53 version that has a different front end design and it also had a tail-gate instead of the correct vertical rear doors. The modified model was a collaboration between my brother, Larry, and me which included: the complete fabricated grille/hood front (including the trim done in plated brass), The hinged rear doors (done in brass), detailed engine, single seat interior (including heater ducting and inside-mounted spare wheel/tire), tubing exhaust, valve stems on the wheels. etc. Factory reference was used to insure accuracy throughout, and the paint was basecoat/clearcoat. My brother and I always enjoy making models of vehicles that aren't available in kit form, and we also always liked the styling of the '50 -'52 International small trucks with their 'mustache' grille.....so this model was very satisfying to complete. We tend to use whatever materials will give us the desired result.......plastic, metal, resin, whatever. Edited August 5, 2014 by traditional Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traditional Posted August 5, 2014 Author Share Posted August 5, 2014 (edited) These two pics show the original Napa promo with the '53 grille as well as the incorrect (for the panel version) tailgate rear door. Edited August 5, 2014 by traditional Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayne swayze Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 You guys sure did a fabulous job on that panel truck! Super clean work on an unusual subject! Really nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hjracing Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 Looks really nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1930fordpickup Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 very nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 Most excellent! Always loved those old cornbinders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 Very sharp.,. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 This looks great...well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gray07 Posted August 5, 2014 Share Posted August 5, 2014 Sweet panel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 Love it Cliff! Great work as usual! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 Wow! Is that nice. You guys did a great job on that. Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 OUTSTANDING builds! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 Fantastic conversion!!! Beautifully finished model with fine workmanship throughout and a totally convincing overall appearance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Foxx Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 I always love looking at your work , your skills are amazing . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxicoop Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 AWESOME !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DynoMight Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 Cool! I've never seen one of those at all. Great paint.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxer Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 Great conversion! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hgbben Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 Superb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duntov Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 This is some really nice work!! I like that you spent some time correcting this one --- it turned out really nice!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeBoyle Posted August 7, 2014 Share Posted August 7, 2014 Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helix Posted August 8, 2014 Share Posted August 8, 2014 Impressive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1 bad55 stan Posted August 8, 2014 Share Posted August 8, 2014 Like Ray said it is impressive,I need to check out this part of mcm more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dominik Posted August 8, 2014 Share Posted August 8, 2014 Wow, this is beautiful! Please show us more from your works! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted August 8, 2014 Share Posted August 8, 2014 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted August 8, 2014 Share Posted August 8, 2014 That is so cool Cliff! I always enjoy checking out your work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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