bill lanfear Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 Well I am calling this one done. I started with the Moebius 66 Ford stepside and created the truck I learned to drive in. I had to create many parts to convert the F100 to a F350 but for the most part, it turned out pretty good. I used the rear differential from the AMT Firestone kit and made the front suspension, mirrors, wheels, marker lights, rear springs, and interior parts which are all available at my website "Rookie Resin". I also made the fuel tank and side toolbox and may offer those as well in the future. The headliner was made using thin cardstock from an Iphone case and I used a dome light from the parts box. The bed was made with bass wood and the like. I went with the straight six for this build though the truck I drove was actually a 64 with a 292 v8. This is yet another build for my "Day in 1979" future diorama. Hope you like it! Comments welcome! Thanks, Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt T. Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 I love it! It looks real, Bill. Awesome work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zaina Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 (edited) that’s nice!!! Edited March 30, 2020 by zaina Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maindrian Pace Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 That's one of the nicest weathering jobs I've ever seen, very realistic and nothing over the top. Great proportions and stance too, great build all around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 Started work on my F-350 conversion using these same parts Bill, hope I can do it justice like yours. Nice job on that build, loved watching it come together! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01blueedge Posted March 27, 2020 Share Posted March 27, 2020 Great job on this one. I just started the 65 service body myself Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Nicely done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 That is an Awesome looking build!! The weathering is great!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
'70 Grande Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Really like this build! Where did you source those rear wheels and tires from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggie427 Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Great model Bill.i like everything about this especially the weathering. Well done ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
av405 Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doug 1061 Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Looks great. I'm surprised I haven't seen more of this kit on here. Great job on the engine detail. I can almost hear the valves ticking in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steamboat Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Awesome! Your attention to detail is stellar! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill lanfear Posted March 28, 2020 Author Share Posted March 28, 2020 Thank you all so very much for the kind words! It really is great to hear from you all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill lanfear Posted March 28, 2020 Author Share Posted March 28, 2020 13 hours ago, '70 Grande said: Really like this build! Where did you source those rear wheels and tires from? Hi Mark, I made the wheels (and sell them) but the tires were something I printed for this build and unfortunately, I can't produce them consistently with any quality and therefore do not sell them. I had to fill lots of holes on the ones I used for this build. The wheels and other goodies can be found here. https://www.rookieresin.com/ Thanks, Bill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 Very realistic looking finishes thru out. The bed looks like some very old dried out wood. I like the touch's like the big mud flaps and just the right amount of surface rust on the inner fenders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrucha Posted March 29, 2020 Share Posted March 29, 2020 Good work with the conversion. Excellent job on the weathering and engine detailing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leafsprings Posted March 29, 2020 Share Posted March 29, 2020 Fantastic build, super realistic in every detail! The fuel tank and tool box would be nice additions if you ever offer them. IMO, your 1 ton 6 lug wheels and heavy duty I beam and springs should be a popular conversion for all the 53 thru '56 Ford pickups kits that are out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Geiger Posted March 29, 2020 Share Posted March 29, 2020 Very nice truck! A build after my own heart! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LouO Posted March 30, 2020 Share Posted March 30, 2020 This turned out fantastic! Hard to tell it's not a 1:1. Great detailing under the hood. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted April 2, 2020 Share Posted April 2, 2020 Really nice looking truck, Bill. Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunajammer Posted April 3, 2020 Share Posted April 3, 2020 I really like your project, you did a wonderful job. It's so rare we see this class of medium weight truck being built that it's refreshing to see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted April 5, 2020 Share Posted April 5, 2020 Great looking truck, very realistic weathering. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bill lanfear Posted April 8, 2020 Author Share Posted April 8, 2020 Many MANY Thanks to everyone! Check out the resin post on the forum. I posted some progress on creating a new 64 grill for these kits. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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