16 replies to this topic

[Tony T]

I traded for a 67 issue of the 61 Ford Galaxie Starliner with intention of building a convertible class NASCAR Grand National race car. When Jerry Sims passed away in November, I decided to build it in his honour as a tribute to his building style, including hand lettering. I never met Jerry, but was encouraged by him when I built my garage diorama to take it outside in the sunshine. It is cloudy today, so will have to get some pictures when I have the chance on a sunny day.
RIP Jerry. I hope I done ya proud, brother.
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Your comments are welcome.

More pictures here:
http://smg.photobuck...ible/?start=all

[Dr. Cranky]

That's a wonderful tribute. Love it!

[made007]

yugo parking prohibited..........LOL..

[LAone]

pretty cool tribute. came out great, the hand scripting looks like it would have been on a 1:1.

[Tony T]

Thanks, guys...I think Jerry was riding shotgun on this build.

[Michigan Madman]

I think Jerry would dig this one. I know I do!

[Dragline]

Very nice tribute to a super sweet guy.


You watchin Jerry?



Bob

[Tony T]

Thanks, guys...I appreciate the nice comments...Jerry was a great guy, helpful always, and ready to jump in and help, and share a tip or a technique. His builds, his photography, and his photoshopping abilities were terrific...Model boxes, magazine covers, trading cards...all using pictures of models are still inspiring.
You are missed, "LUKE'57"!

[Danno]

Rebel Yell! Yaaaahoooooooo!

Nice build; nice tribute.


57forever.

[Jim Gibbons]

Love it, and a great tribute!

[Tony T]

Thanks, Danno & Jim!

[Tony T]

I received a gift from Jerry's brother, Jackie...two left-over decal sheets with ORRC logos! Thanks, Jackie!
These were off the sheet that Jackie said was from Jerry's stash...






Now. it's finished!

[Jim Gibbons]

Way cool, and the ORRC decals are the icing on the cake.

[Tony T]

Yeah, sure is...thanks, Jim!

[Jeff Johnston]

Jerry would have been thrilled. I really miss his photography...

[Tony T]

Thanks, Jeff...I do as well.

[Danno]

Me, too!