geetee66 Posted December 3, 2017 Share Posted December 3, 2017 (edited) I've had this on my shelf for a couple of years, always planning to build it stock. But I found a flame mask I bought a while back and I've got an urge to try it out. I found some deep steel wheels, in my parts box and some nice tyres, too. I'm using the custom suspension included in the kit and I don't think I'll need to cut it about to get the ride height I'm after. Edited January 11, 2018 by geetee66 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee66 Posted December 3, 2017 Author Share Posted December 3, 2017 I gave the wheels a shot of black gloss, followed by AK Interactive chrome. The chrome paint dries really fast and 10 minutes later, I popped the tyres on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee66 Posted December 3, 2017 Author Share Posted December 3, 2017 Hmm, the photos aren't uploading in the correct order... anyway, I also decided to give it a frenched antenna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted December 3, 2017 Share Posted December 3, 2017 Your Kustom is off to a great start so far. What other body modifications are you thinking and the Interior ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slotto Posted December 3, 2017 Share Posted December 3, 2017 Looking good Guy. I like the antenna hole. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee66 Posted December 3, 2017 Author Share Posted December 3, 2017 Thanks chaps It's going to have either a Corvette or tube grille. I'll probably give it Bellflowers, skirts and Appletons. Mica white roof/trunk with purple flames on a lilac base (if I can mix the paint right!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spex84 Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 Digging this project so far! That chrome sure is dramatic, wow. And fast-dry to boot. I like it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelbuilder Mark Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 Great start to a cool project Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted December 4, 2017 Share Posted December 4, 2017 Looking cool, love the wheels. Odd they did not do the fender/door trim like the rear quarter trim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee66 Posted December 10, 2017 Author Share Posted December 10, 2017 I sprayed the roof/rear section mica white, then added a drop or two of the purple I'm using for the flames. I got a nice lilac mauve pearl colour, which will contrast nicely, with the purple flames. I really wish I'd got an airbrush, years ago...I love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geewhiz Posted December 11, 2017 Share Posted December 11, 2017 Very nice color combo is looking good!!! I'm anxious to see how the flame mask works. I love flames but I've never tried to do them myself...???????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Caballo Posted December 11, 2017 Share Posted December 11, 2017 Neat, looking forward to seeing more progress pics. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovefordgalaxie Posted December 11, 2017 Share Posted December 11, 2017 Loved the wheel and tire combo. Can never go wrong with some Wide Ovals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee66 Posted December 11, 2017 Author Share Posted December 11, 2017 I've been itching to get home this evening and do the flames. They were relatively easy to apply. The only tricky bit, is lining up the two side panels, with the one on the hood. I think I could have got better adhesion from the mask, if I'd given the colour coat a bit of clear. The slightly grainy surface of the mica paint, made it difficult to get some of the edges to stick. Overall, I'm quite happy with the results. I'll need to touch-up a couple of spots, but it's nothing major. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maltsr Posted December 11, 2017 Share Posted December 11, 2017 Excellent work Guy! Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee66 Posted December 11, 2017 Author Share Posted December 11, 2017 2 minutes ago, maltsr said: Excellent work Guy! Looks great! Thanks Maltsr I'm pleased with the symmetry I got when lining up the sides with the top ? I did the seats and door panels, while I was at it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Pugh Posted December 12, 2017 Share Posted December 12, 2017 I've heard some horror stories when it comes to those flame masks but you seem to have had a pretty good go at it. Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee66 Posted December 12, 2017 Author Share Posted December 12, 2017 1 hour ago, Greg Pugh said: I've heard some horror stories when it comes to those flame masks but you seem to have had a pretty good go at it. Looks great! Thanks Greg It's a bit daunting, at first. Knowing that if you place it incorrectly, you won't get a second chance. However, as the mask is sort of transparent, lining it up with reference points, such as the hood centre and edges, is actually quite easy. I think I might have to tape some edges and tidy up a couple of places with the airbrush. I was considering brushing on some of the lilac, to cover the purple overspray, but I think masking and spraying will probably be a better idea. I would recommend these masks. So much easier than making your own. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Pugh Posted December 12, 2017 Share Posted December 12, 2017 Good to know! Thank you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slotto Posted December 13, 2017 Share Posted December 13, 2017 That is off the chain! I love love love it. Can't wait to see more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercuryman54 Posted December 13, 2017 Share Posted December 13, 2017 Looks great, I'll be watching. Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted December 13, 2017 Share Posted December 13, 2017 Your flames turned out amazing. I wouldn't normally do a Flame Paint job on any of my builds but seeing how this turned out I think I would like to try at least one or more, just don't call the Fire Department just yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Caballo Posted December 13, 2017 Share Posted December 13, 2017 Are you going to pinstripe the flames? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geetee66 Posted December 13, 2017 Author Share Posted December 13, 2017 3 hours ago, El Caballo said: Are you going to pinstripe the flames? Thanks everyone Hmmm... I don't know. I'm worried I might lose the clean edge. Also, the pinstripes would need to be extremely fine, to be in scale. could be done with tape, but I'm not sure it needs it. What colour do you think I should use, if I pinstripe the flames? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Muppet Posted December 13, 2017 Share Posted December 13, 2017 You could do the pinstripes in the same white that's on the body or maybe some kind of lavender or violet, kinda in between the Lilac and the purple. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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