jjsipes Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 So, in trying to get some models painted before winter sets in in the Mid-Atlantic and thought I'd dig out my Buick GSX kit. Found a picture of a GS that I liked and thought I would try to replicate it loosely. I ordered up some paint from Scale Finishes and and Photetch set from Model Car World for badging and set to work. Used half round strips for vinyl top trim and seams. Filled the hood tach recess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAT-T Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 LOOKS GREAT SO FAR, DOES MCW MAKE A GS GRILL INSERT FOR THAT? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjsipes Posted October 15, 2018 Author Share Posted October 15, 2018 (edited) Yes but I haven't received it yet. Edited October 15, 2018 by jjsipes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAT-T Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 NICE, WHERE IS IT LOCATED ON THE WEBSITE? I CAN'T FIND IT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmike Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 Look under Photo-Etch Detail Sets-General Motors. It is 1970 Buick GSX Detail Set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Hamilton Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 Yeah Baby!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montelsc Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 Looks good so far maybe we'll finish at the same time Didn't open my skylark kit yet do they come with the vinyl top?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjsipes Posted October 16, 2018 Author Share Posted October 16, 2018 No vinyl top on kit. I used plastic half round .040 in size Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonhawk1066 Posted October 16, 2018 Share Posted October 16, 2018 Nice start. Looks to be a very convincing replica of a vinyl top. Can't wait to see more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAT-T Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 On 10/15/2018 at 9:12 PM, mrmike said: Look under Photo-Etch Detail Sets-General Motors. It is 1970 Buick GSX Detail Set. FOUND IT, THANKS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjsipes Posted October 19, 2018 Author Share Posted October 19, 2018 Got the body primed and painted today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbird McMonte Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 Looking good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuces Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 That's super sweet! ☺️? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geno Posted October 20, 2018 Share Posted October 20, 2018 Oh man, this is gonna be a great ride. I'm coming along for this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelson Posted October 21, 2018 Share Posted October 21, 2018 This looking like a great build in the works!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjsipes Posted May 8, 2019 Author Share Posted May 8, 2019 (edited) While I was spraying Clear on my 57 Bel Air, I thought I'd clear my GS. Edited May 8, 2019 by jjsipes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthijsgrit Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Great progress!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trendsetta68 Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Awesome color showing looks great keep us posted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crowe-t Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Great job on this build! The paint and color look real nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superbird McMonte Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 (edited) Nice job! Another of my favorite kits to build. Goes together real well! I’ve toyed around with a ‘71 conversion. Edited May 8, 2019 by Superbird McMonte Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W-31 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 This is lookin real good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randyc Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 That is going to be great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBLNG Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 Looking real nice Jason. I have this kit in my stash and you're making me want to dig it out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy124 Posted May 9, 2019 Share Posted May 9, 2019 31 minutes ago, NOBLNG said: Looking real nice Jason. I have this kit in my stash and you're making me want to dig it out! I second that. I don't have access to the conversion stuff used in this build, but then again I wouldn't mind using the GSX kit as is, but I definitely wouldn't paint it yellow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jjsipes Posted May 9, 2019 Author Share Posted May 9, 2019 The kit grille had the GSX logo molded into the grille so I opened it up and used my Molotow pen to touch up opening prior to installing photoetch grille pieces Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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