502 Posted April 12, 2018 Author Share Posted April 12, 2018 On 4/11/2018 at 9:26 AM, espo said: I like the flak roof treatment also. That would put the model in a '60's era if you want to go that way. The early '60's is when I remember seeing this done. That treatment has evolved thru the years and different segments of the car hobby have used off and on ever since. The only cars I have seen in the last several years have been in the Low Ridder segment, it is usually used as part of the elaborate paint schemes. The Rock A Billy movement usually has a flake roof and either flat black or some other flat body color. To my eye at this point it reminds me of more of a mid to late '50's daily driver that might have a Metallic or Candy painted roof. In the mid '60's it was popular to paint the body a Pearl color and the roof in a Candy going into Metal Flake depending on the wealth of the owner. You might want to do some Google searches to find the look you like. The overall look of your build at this point brings back fond memories, but I don't want to tell you how to build your '53. Any and all input is welcome. 13 hours ago, sbk said: What paint did you use on the engine block? It almost looks like it's cast in 18k gold. Steve The paint is testors metallic gold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
502 Posted April 18, 2018 Author Share Posted April 18, 2018 Got the car in primer today. At this point everything is ready for paint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milo1303s Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 Looks killer in primer!! Question for those who may know was the chrome around the rear lower quarter factory or just specific model Victoria's most google pics don't have it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 58 minutes ago, milo1303s said: Question for those who may know was the chrome around the rear lower quarter factory or just specific model Victoria's most google pics don't have it? That chrome was an option, as was rocker trim and a chrome piece around the door handles (not on this kit) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted April 19, 2018 Share Posted April 19, 2018 I like the black painted wheels and wide whites. If small hub caps are in the future think about the '60 style like in the AMT '60 Starliner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted April 19, 2018 Share Posted April 19, 2018 Stance is perfect as is the wheel/tire combo IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milo1303s Posted April 21, 2018 Share Posted April 21, 2018 On 4/18/2018 at 3:16 AM, Sledsel said: That chrome was an option, as was rocker trim and a chrome piece around the door handles (not on this kit) Thank you for that !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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