Chuck Most Posted August 12, 2017 Share Posted August 12, 2017 This began with the '71 Ranger, I mixed and matched components from the other Moebius kits to get this down to a base model '70. I retained the '71's big block and auto, but the spares box coughed up a transfer case, front axle, and leaf springs. The wheels and tires came from Scenes Unlimited along with the hitch, while the Warn winch is an old KFS piece. For all the bellyaching I hear about warped hoods with this kit, this is only the second one I've gotten with one, and since this was a beater I didn't bother to try and straighten it because I liked the "tweaked" look. There's a CB unit, a dash mounted fan, and a brody knob on the steering wheel, too bad they're nearly impossible to see on the completed pickup. Really less pleased with my mirrors every time I look at them, so I might redo those at some point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted August 12, 2017 Share Posted August 12, 2017 Nice job Chuck, really like the stance and those wheels really make it look the part. I am not surprised that you weathered this one, your skills are outstanding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bondo bill Posted August 13, 2017 Share Posted August 13, 2017 nice build & patina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinfan5 Posted August 13, 2017 Share Posted August 13, 2017 Nice rust bucket Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted August 13, 2017 Share Posted August 13, 2017 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donb Posted August 13, 2017 Share Posted August 13, 2017 Nice job Chuck, really like the stance and those wheels really make it look the part. I am not surprised that you weathered this one, your skills are outstanding.x2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted August 13, 2017 Share Posted August 13, 2017 Great model! Your weathering is outstanding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted August 14, 2017 Share Posted August 14, 2017 I always enjoy how you Michiganize your builds. That is quit a front bumper. Looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercuryman54 Posted August 16, 2017 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Very good looking build. Definitely looks like a Michigan truck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 Looks like the real deal!! I can almost hear the manifold gaskets leaking! Great work!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 Great build Chuck! Awesome weathering!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 This is excellent, a perfect match of technique and subject matter. It looks like a tough old beast. Your weathered paintwork looks the business, can I ask how you achieved that finish? Great photography too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogger44 Posted August 18, 2017 Share Posted August 18, 2017 Love this build, Chuck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted August 26, 2017 Author Share Posted August 26, 2017 Thanks guys! This is excellent, a perfect match of technique and subject matter. It looks like a tough old beast. Your weathered paintwork looks the business, can I ask how you achieved that finish? Great photography too. The finish was obtained with the good old salt technique and some sanding. I also used the end of a toothpick to add some random scratches. The "smudge" on the driver's side door is just that- a smudge from my thumb left there from me gently nudging the cab back onto the paint stand... I liked how it looked so I didn't fix it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted August 26, 2017 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Oh Rusty! Superb Chuck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landman Posted August 26, 2017 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Fascinating what can be done with weathering. Love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platerpants Posted August 26, 2017 Share Posted August 26, 2017 very cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAMBENNA Posted November 15, 2017 Share Posted November 15, 2017 great job , looks awesome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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