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[gasser59]

Had a request for a close-up of the faucet and sink plus the stove so here they are. I'll have more updates later tonight. The coffee pot just needs a shot of blue with speckles of white.





Thanks.

Edited by gasser59, 18 August 2012 - 03:39 PM.

[gasser59]

Lots of progress today and the hold up was the floor. I couldn't decide what to do so I drew up some planks on the computer and printed them out on card stock. It'll get some dirt added before final assembly. Here's a mock up couple shots with most everything in place. I have a few smaller items to finish up as well as the functioning door and interior window frame. Big ticket item still remaining is the lift off top. Have a couple of ideas on how I'd like it to fit so I'll work on that in a few days.

I attempted to make some folded up blankets with watered down Elmer's along with some colored pigment and they're drying at the moment. We'll see how they look in the morning. Since this is my first attempt at this, I'm expecting to need to redo them.





Thanks for following along and your interest. Comments welcome.

[southpier]

this is shaping up nicely

[Dr. Cranky]

Nice, I love it. What are the dimensions of the camper? This one is going to look very nice You have all the right details in it.

[1930fordpickup]

Looks great !

[gasser59]

Thanks for the comments guys. They're really appreciated.

Doc - the exterior dimensions of the cabin are 2 7/8" length x 2 7/8" wide and 2 1/4" tall.

[jamesG]

WOW! thats cool. I picture a littie fat guy in a dirty t-shirt and top hat smoking a cigar and cooking scrapple on the stove.

btw love your avatar.

[Ira]

Great Detailing Brad!

[Randy D]

Hi Brad, Your skills are just amazing!!! This build is really unique and looking forward to your progress!!

Randy

[Danno]

Fantastic!

Missed you at the club meeting last night, but I see you were being productive nonetheless!

Looking great, Brad. Let me know when you plan to bring it to a club contest ... I won't waste my time or effort bringing anything. That's pure winner! Money! Wow!



You and Hollywood/Peoria Jim are gonna be going head-to-head a lot!

[gasser59]

James - thanks man. I can see that guy too.

Thanks Ira. I really appreciate that.

Randy D - Thanks for following along but it is you with the mad skills. So glad you're back.

Danno - Thanks. Yea, I was planning on going but once I looked up Louis' address, I changed my mind. Yogurt would never make it that far. I'm not going to give you any advance notice when this will show up at a club meeting, You'll just find out when it arrives like everyone else.

Now back to the build. Spent a good deal of the day yesterday building the roof structure. I still have the corregated roofing material to do and its currently rolled up in a glass to try to get it to maintain its curved shape. Then I'll drill it for the little brass brads before painting and weathering it. Here's a couple of pix of it.





Again, thanks guys for following along and your comments/input, they're greatly appreciated.

Edited by gasser59, 21 August 2012 - 03:09 AM.

[Alan]

Like I told you, I am loving this build Brad ! You going hang an oil lamp at the back door ? Oh, needs a little cat or dog curled up on the bed too lol

Alan

Edited by Alan, 20 August 2012 - 06:01 PM.

[gasser59]

Thanks Alan. You read my mind on the oil lamp for the back door. I've made a candle plus holder for the inside. Now, about that cat or dog, I'll have to devise something. Leaning more towards a dog though.

Stay tuned for more.

[Alan]

Also how about a small filled wood or coal box for the stove ?
Alan

[Alan]

Just thought of a detailing tip for the window glass. That old glass was really wavy, one could brush some white glue on one side in different areas and build it up in different areas to create the wave effect .............

Edited by Alan, 20 August 2012 - 06:27 PM.

[John Teresi]

Brad.......keeps getting better and better......your skills are amazing........

[Mooneyzs]

Brad... Holy Smokes... this build is off the charts man. I love it and have no idea how I missed this. Your skills are Killer bud!!

[bryan_m]

WOW!! that is very nice brad!

keep up the great work, cant wait to see more........

cheers
bryan

[Gluhead]

Yeah, this is coming together in a great way. Love it!

I still haven't found the issue with the article on Pat Coverts build. Anyone happen to know which one it's in?

And Brad, the HBO show "Carnivale" is loaded with long scenes inside very detailed carny coaches. Depression era, and great set detail. Might be worth a look for those final details.

[rustybill1960]

This is one "GREAT" build Brad!!
I really like the detailing, thought and consideration that you gave this "beautiful" little truck !!
I really appreciate You sharing it with Us all!!
This is one of those "once in a blue moon" builds!!
WOW!
Thank You
Later
Russ