John Teresi Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 (edited) Hello......I have been away from the bench for a few months......I just needed a break from modeling......but, I`m very happy to say that I am back......and I wanted to build something for myself......It is Carl Casper`s : Phonebooth........I still have the original kit un-built in 1/25 scale but, it is in storage somewhere........and I built the kit as a kid but,it is long gone now......Carl Casper buit some pretty cool 1:1 Custom`s back in the day.........so I decided to build a 1/16 scale version of the Phonebooth......so that I could really detail it out.......some of the build will be scratch built and some modifications on my donor kit.......I am starting with a 1/16 Minicraft 31 ford ........the 1:1 Phonebooth is a 1925 T` but, I could not find one in 1/16 scale so I will use the 31 and modify the fenders and scratch build the booth.......on the 1/25 scale box art it says that it ran a 426 Hemi.......but,with the distributor in the back it had to have been a early 392 Hemi.......My good friend Chris Sobak AKA "Moneys" suggested that maybe it was bored out to a 426?......anyway I bought a 1/16 392 Fuel injected Hemi and Trans from Shapeways 3D printed that I will use .......I also got some resin Crager SS deep dish wheels for the back and street Cragers for the front.........It wont be an exact replica but,it will be close enough for the girls I go with......anyway I will start this today.....I think I will have fun building this......thanks for looking. you can go here to see finished pictures in the "Under Glass" section......thanks Edited September 9, 2016 by John Teresi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nytrozilla Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 Hope you enjoyed your break Brother. This is gonna' be Wicked Kool.It might even inspire me to get my happy self back to work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr mopar Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 I will watch this one close .................... looks interesting ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMCMAN52 Posted July 11, 2016 Share Posted July 11, 2016 interesting subject , will keep my eyes on your progress Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 Another masterpiece in the making ! Looking forward to watching this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxer Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 About the weirdest custom I've ever seen, so this should be interesting. I'm waiting to see how you handle the opening phone booth door! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKerry Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 Happy your back too John!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooneyzs Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 Hey John.... it's great to see you back at the bench Brother. I kept looking in the wrong areas for this build and I finally found it. I know you will hit this one out of thr park when you do your Teresi magic to it. I will be following along and looking forward to your updates. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted July 12, 2016 Share Posted July 12, 2016 Always happy to see your work John. Egads though, what a strange subject. I think think Carl really jumped the shark with this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted July 13, 2016 Author Share Posted July 13, 2016 Hello......I got a quick mock-up.......I modified the rear end of the body and the cowl......I shortend the rear fenders......But, I still need to shape the rear fenders.......I am using carboard for templates for the Phonebooth .....I will work on the chassis tomorrow........thanks for looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted July 13, 2016 Author Share Posted July 13, 2016 Few more WIP pics.......thanks for looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooneyzs Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 John... This is looking Killer my Brother!! Gotta say my favorite part of this build right now is the 3D printed engine sitting in there looking all sweet in its spot. Looks like it was a perfect fit. What a great way to start that phone booth out, using templates for your patterns. I know you will make the phone booth look better than the real thing...lol At the rate you are going right now, you will have this done in no time at all. Keep up the great work my friend!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAT-T Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 LOOKING GOOD JOHN, LOVE THOSE MINICRAFT KITS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 I totally missed this cool John!! Glad you're back at the bench and looking forward to seeing you work your magic this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted July 14, 2016 Share Posted July 14, 2016 I'm sure you'll do a wonderful job on this build, John. I just don't understand why someone would build something so ridiculous in 1:1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy D Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 Hey John, Good to see a new build from you my friend !!! It will be a treat to watch you work your magic on this one. Randy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 How much clean up is needed on the 3D printed parts ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelbuilder Mark Posted July 16, 2016 Share Posted July 16, 2016 Very pleased tour see another "Teresi" in the works! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooneyzs Posted July 17, 2016 Share Posted July 17, 2016 John... I got the Phone Booth on the Brain man!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted July 17, 2016 Author Share Posted July 17, 2016 (edited) Hello.......thank you all so very much for the kind comments I really do appreciate them......I did a few more body mods and made a engine scoop ......I got the chasis mocked-up and made some custom radious rods like the the ones on the 1:1 car......and I made the Booth with a diamond plate floor.....I will work on the gas tank and headers next.......thanks for looking. Edited July 17, 2016 by John Teresi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted July 17, 2016 Author Share Posted July 17, 2016 few more WIP pics..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted July 17, 2016 Author Share Posted July 17, 2016 and a few more thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted July 17, 2016 Share Posted July 17, 2016 Just when I think you've tackled something REALLY wild, you out do yourself and throw a new one at us. Always puts a smile on my face to see what you're building John and this one is no exception. cheers, tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridge Rider Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 It's always a pleasure to witness your fabrication skills. Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted July 18, 2016 Share Posted July 18, 2016 Really lookin' good here John. lol. I can't get this car out of my head because it's so dang crazy! I do have a question for you though. What's your process for dealing with those two piece rear tires? I used a set of these and did the very best I could on 'em but I think I could improve on the next set. Just curious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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