maltsr Posted May 14, 2016 Posted May 14, 2016 (edited) I saw this restored '60's custom at a local car show this weekend and was inspired to create something similar based on the Revell '29 Roadster. I'm using the channelled version of the chassis, with a raised front crossmember and '32 front axle from the Stacy David kit, which also supplied the rear arches (suitably modified to fit and bobbed). The Stacy David front guards will also be used. Parts box tyres and AMT '34 street rod wheels add to the look I'm going for. Edited May 25, 2016 by maltsr
Spex84 Posted May 14, 2016 Posted May 14, 2016 Rad. I love this era of hot rodding, and it looks like you have a great start on putting together the "right" parts.
crazyrichard Posted May 14, 2016 Posted May 14, 2016 hmm always great to watch .. looking good i like the set up !!
Intmd8r Posted May 14, 2016 Posted May 14, 2016 (edited) Off to a good start! Edited May 14, 2016 by Intmd8r
GMCMAN52 Posted May 15, 2016 Posted May 15, 2016 will b watching this one, u just can't go wrong with a Model A
Dennis Lacy Posted May 15, 2016 Posted May 15, 2016 will b watching this one, u just can't go wrong with a Model A Yeah, actually, you can! But, not in this case.
maltsr Posted May 15, 2016 Author Posted May 15, 2016 Yeah, actually, you can! But, not in this case. No pressure then LOL!
maltsr Posted May 19, 2016 Author Posted May 19, 2016 Progress so far on the Model A.. body painted with MM Dark Cherry Pearl, which flows somewhat differently compared to the Tamiya cans I'm used to, resulting in a lot of paint on the model. Just a couple of dust bunnies to sort out before I clearcoat. The chassis is 50% done, painted to match the body with scratchbuilt rear coil overs: Engine is Duplicolour Oyster Gold with basic plug wiring. The fuel injection even comes with a groove for adding a fuel line feed - kudos to Revell!
Roadrunner Posted May 19, 2016 Posted May 19, 2016 That's a very nice color. I'll have to remember that one for something I have in mind.
maltsr Posted May 19, 2016 Author Posted May 19, 2016 That's a very nice color. I'll have to remember that one for something I have in mind. I'm a Tamiya user normally, but I thought this colour sounded cool. I bought it for a different build though .
Roadrunner Posted May 19, 2016 Posted May 19, 2016 I'm a Tamiya user normally, but I thought this colour sounded cool. I bought it for a different build though . Interesting, as I use Testors exclusively so far, though today I just ordered my first can of Tamiya (Cobalt Green). I'm anxious to try it.
Dennis Lacy Posted May 19, 2016 Posted May 19, 2016 Fantastic color choice. That, the engine color and the chrome wheels go together perfectly.
Jantrix Posted May 19, 2016 Posted May 19, 2016 I think the firewall painted in the same color as the engine would add a great contrast to the dark cherry. I like where this is going.
Spex84 Posted May 19, 2016 Posted May 19, 2016 Stunning color choice, I love it! Saved those photos to my ref folder. A subtle but eye-catching combination.
maltsr Posted May 23, 2016 Author Posted May 23, 2016 Progress on the Model A - front and rear axles have now been fitted, together with exhausts. I have also fitted a smooth panel to the dashboard ready for the Revell '32 Ford gauges. Firewall is gloss white, interior is Tamiya Pearl White.
JUNK-MAN Posted May 23, 2016 Posted May 23, 2016 Beautiful work so far, I'll have to check my local hobby store for that color that would look great on an Impala I'm working on.
maltsr Posted May 25, 2016 Author Posted May 25, 2016 This is finished now and appears in 'Under Glass'.
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