mike s Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 (edited) The 57 is built to replicate the one that was in a magazine. This is my representation of the car. The paint is testors pure gold lacquer. I designed and printed the decals at home. The diamond tuck interior is scratch built using a 3D printer and painted pearl white, other parts include a moon tack machine out of aluminum, the instrument panel is custom made. The engine was scratch built using various parts from other kits, the valve covers and velocity stacks are all 3D printed. The radiator is modified and painted to simulate a new unpainted radiator. There are many details to this car, the entire front front suspension was scratch built. A lot of the chrome is painted not plated. All the brake lines are ran and all the wiring is just how it should be, even the wheels are bolted to 3D printed break drums. My goal is always to try to make all the parts I needed. Edited July 8, 2017 by mike s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMCMAN52 Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 You nailed the look, nice build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 I remember the magazine article you mentioned. This build is outstanding in every way you can think of. The parts you crafted look real in every way. I'd like to see any additional information you can share about the upholstery for the seats and door panels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike s Posted July 8, 2017 Author Share Posted July 8, 2017 I remember the magazine article you mentioned. This build is outstanding in every way you can think of. The parts you crafted look real in every way. I'd like to see any additional information you can share about the upholstery for the seats and door panels. I 3d printed the pattern prime and sanded it, then made a mold, resin it . than you mill the back of it really thin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 I 3d printed the pattern prime and sanded it, then made a mold, resin it . than you mill the back of it really thinThat's a lot of work but in the end it looks perfect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooOld Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Beautiful build and absolutely awesome detailing ! So many great details to marvel at but the one that struck me is the radiator , very realistic right down to the solder on the top tank ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAT-T Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 VERY COOL MIKE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Beautiful and impressive model. Love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metaldrumm Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 One word,beautiful!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevez Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Great, what kits were used, looks like the newish 57 ford by revel and their 57 gasser wagon ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donb Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Extraordinary build Mike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizz62 Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 That is slamming. Very Boss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagercr Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 Nice work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geno Posted July 8, 2017 Share Posted July 8, 2017 (edited) That's one sexy beast. Exceptional job. I actually have a pic of the real car for a background, You did it justice, two thumbs up. Edited July 8, 2017 by Geno Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaguar man 21 Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Incredible work!!!!' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Mike......Stunning Build.......BEAUTIFUL!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slotto Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Killer Ford! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larman Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Top notch work! You nailed the look perfectly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DumpyDan Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 You nailed the look, nice buildYa you said it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrucha Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Cool gasser. Good work, especially on the interior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
High octane Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 AWESOME! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr moto Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 That's an absolutely fabulous build! Can't take my eyes off it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bondo bill Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 very sharp build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Hamilton Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Wow!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Woodruff Posted July 9, 2017 Share Posted July 9, 2017 Well done. You really nailed the interior! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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