Mr. Metallic Posted June 11, 2018 Share Posted June 11, 2018 Nice work. However, IMHO, the full height bumper makes the rear end look heavy. In my head I was envisioning a blade bumper, like something based on a 59 Chevy bumper? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted June 11, 2018 Author Share Posted June 11, 2018 2 hours ago, Mr. Metallic said: Nice work. However, IMHO, the full height bumper makes the rear end look heavy. In my head I was envisioning a blade bumper, like something based on a 59 Chevy bumper? I see exactly what your saying... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Metallic Posted June 12, 2018 Share Posted June 12, 2018 15 hours ago, James2 said: I see exactly what your saying... Please don't think I'm not saying your work isn't impressive. The narrowing job you did on the bumper is executed well. But the height that it adds to the overall appearance of the rear takes away from the hot rod feel of the build. If you want to keep that bumper, since it fit the body well, maybe just shave some material off the bottom? You do nice work, so I'm sure you'll figure something out. Or you can ignore me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted June 12, 2018 Author Share Posted June 12, 2018 (edited) After looking at it last night, I believe I have an idea to not use the bumper at all. A great Fabricator by the name of Jesse James said "No matter the time spent making a part if it doesn't look good, don't use it" I really don't mind doing just that... Quick Mock up... Head Lights and Grill Reshaped rear with no bumper. Edited June 12, 2018 by James2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slotto Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Very cool build. Great imagination Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted July 2, 2018 Author Share Posted July 2, 2018 Stalled on the Polara for a minute, so I thought I'd add a little depth to the head lights on this one. Once things are filled and smoothed they should look pretty good... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted August 18, 2018 Author Share Posted August 18, 2018 Finally got around to finish sanding and priming these parts, combined with a few other things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted September 4, 2018 Author Share Posted September 4, 2018 Just a little Alclad... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted September 4, 2018 Share Posted September 4, 2018 Progress on this one is looking good James. Real good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted November 23, 2018 Author Share Posted November 23, 2018 After fiddling with the grill for some time I decided a new direction was needed. And with a donated 58 Edsel grill this is what I came up with. Also getting a few more things sorted out... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris chabre Posted November 23, 2018 Share Posted November 23, 2018 (edited) looks good im liking the edsel grille shell Edited November 24, 2018 by chris chabre Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Verkerk Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 Really liking this!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 21 hours ago, chris chabre said: looks good@ im liking the edsel grille shell X2 can steering linkage get moved under the headers...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted November 24, 2018 Author Share Posted November 24, 2018 1 hour ago, Belugawrx said: can steering linkage get moved under the headers...? That's a good thought. I kept the rod high because of the connecting point. I would have to put a significant bend in the steering rod, but it could be done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted November 24, 2018 Share Posted November 24, 2018 Or move the pivot down and fill the first hole location Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zed Posted October 3, 2019 Share Posted October 3, 2019 wow ! very cool ! can't wait to see more ! the roof kinda make me think of that one , great idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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