traditional Posted July 21, 2015 Share Posted July 21, 2015 I've just completed this traditional Deuce 5 window by modifying and combining a GMP roadster kit with an incomplete diecast 5 window body. All the parts were stripped of paint and the front window detail had to be modified for proportion by making the top of the window opening less curved (bonding a wire form to the metal body). Simulated rubber running board detail was added to the fenders, and I also added the black top insert detail. I used the wheels from the GMP kit but substituted smaller diameter rear tires from my parts bin since the ones in the kit were a bit oversize in diameter. The simulated Mercury caps are plated fabric snaps. I wanted to use something a bit different for the drive train so I made a tri-carb 348 Chevy from the 409 used in an Ertl 'American Graffiti' '55 Chevy gasser. The tri-carb intake is entirely scratchbuilt including all the fuel lines, carb linkages, filters, etc. the capped header and exhaust system is also scratchbuilt using silver solder and polished aluminum tubing. The interior is done in grey and blue base coat (satin finish) and the exterior paint is custom mixed pearl blue basecoat/clearcoat. The carpeting for the interior and trunk is done in grey felt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted July 21, 2015 Share Posted July 21, 2015 Truly outstanding work throughout - and paint to die for! Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayne swayze Posted July 21, 2015 Share Posted July 21, 2015 Another superb model from you! It's gorgeous! Well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XJ6 Posted July 21, 2015 Share Posted July 21, 2015 Very nicely done ??XJ6? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karbuildr Posted July 21, 2015 Share Posted July 21, 2015 You are the man. Awesome build, fabulous detail, and I love that color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doctor phillips Posted July 21, 2015 Share Posted July 21, 2015 WOW!! Great job!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Super sharp and a beautiful paint... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Very Nice Job!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent G Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Now THAT is a hot rod '32.Gorgeous sir, simply gorgeous.G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Well detailed. Clean, sweet, and SHINY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAGIC MUFFLER Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 A very smart and clean build. Well done .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helix Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Stunning work Cliff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phildaupho Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Nothing is better than an all steel chopped 5W in full scale and the same is true in smaller scale as well. Congratulations on a beautiful Deuce. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1930fordpickup Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Man this is very cool. Looks great color, stance and the wheels just draw your eyes in for a look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Gilkeson Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 outstanding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Earl Marischal Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 A fine piece of work there sir!steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted July 22, 2015 Share Posted July 22, 2015 Excellent ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outlaw_Pitbull_0411 Posted July 23, 2015 Share Posted July 23, 2015 That deuce is gorgeous Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Stunning! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterNNL Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Nice build with beautiful finish and sharp photography.Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AzTom Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Whoa! Very nice. How did I miss this one? That is awesome build.So, the body is also a GMP, just from a scrapped car? I sure wish they would do the non chopped top 5 window coupe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted September 18, 2015 Share Posted September 18, 2015 Fantastic !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yenkocamaro Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 Beautiful build! Thanks for sharing. Cheers,Lance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkman Posted October 6, 2015 Share Posted October 6, 2015 Sweet! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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