Straightliner59 Posted January 2, 2021 Share Posted January 2, 2021 I just started work on this, on Christmas day. Since I finished my "Indy-ish" project on Christmas Eve, and I got the original, stake bed issue on Christmas morning in 1973, I thought it would be a perfect time for a little nostalgia. Well, without the finished in a day part! ? My focus on this project will be on paint--on duplicating colors and textures to create a realistic finish for a truck that sees daily use, is fairly well maintained, but has been around the block, a few times. I'm no going for crazy patina. The only modifications I'm allowing myself (cough, cough) are plug wires and a poseable steer axle. Not too far along, yet. I have the chassis and rear suspension put together. I am in the process of paint detailing. I really like the effect I was able to get on the hubs(?). Anyway, here is my start. Questions, critiques and comments are always welcome! Thanks for looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted January 2, 2021 Share Posted January 2, 2021 Nice looking chain drive. I really enjoyed building mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted January 2, 2021 Author Share Posted January 2, 2021 15 minutes ago, Jim B said: Nice looking chain drive. I really enjoyed building mine. Thanks, Jim. I'm building the '95 release of the dump truck. This kit is beautifully molded! It lends itself well to detail paint, and such. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete68 Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Nice chain details Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted January 3, 2021 Author Share Posted January 3, 2021 15 minutes ago, Pete68 said: Nice chain details Thank you, Lee! Appreciate it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chariots of Fire Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 I think the chains need to be a bit darker to reflect the oil that gets dripped on them every day. There are little canisters above the drive sprockets that drip oil onto the chain as it rotates. I do like the worn but serviceable look everywhere else. Looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gotnitro? Posted January 3, 2021 Share Posted January 3, 2021 Nice looking model ! Always in awe thats how truck drivelines started w giant chains and sprockets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted January 3, 2021 Author Share Posted January 3, 2021 5 hours ago, Chariots of Fire said: I think the chains need to be a bit darker to reflect the oil that gets dripped on them every day. There are little canisters above the drive sprockets that drip oil onto the chain as it rotates. I do like the worn but serviceable look everywhere else. Looks great. You are correct, Charles. The "slurry" I mixed for the chains looked much darker, when I applied it. When it dried, it was the same shade as the Testors "Steel" I used on the inside surface. I shall get that fixed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted January 10, 2021 Author Share Posted January 10, 2021 On 1/3/2021 at 9:12 AM, Chariots of Fire said: I think the chains need to be a bit darker to reflect the oil that gets dripped on them every day. First, thank you for your comments, Charles. I appreciate them, especially coming from a builder of your ability. Second, the first mixture of oils I used to paint the chain with was a mixture of permasol black and raw umber oil paints,and (obviously too much!) Testors steel. Today, I finally got around to mixing a new finish for the chain. This time, simply the permasol black and the raw umber. I think it looks better. I got the steering built, as well. I can set it on the wheels! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted January 10, 2021 Author Share Posted January 10, 2021 Got more work done to the steering. I have some detail painting and a tad more weathering to do to it. I completely rebuilt the tierod. It looks tons better, now. Here are a few shots. As always, questions, critiques and comments are welcome. Thanks for looking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landman Posted January 10, 2021 Share Posted January 10, 2021 Beautiful work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chariots of Fire Posted January 10, 2021 Share Posted January 10, 2021 Looks to me like you hit paydirt! Nice work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bainford Posted January 11, 2021 Share Posted January 11, 2021 Looking great. Your textures and weathering is spot on. Nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted January 11, 2021 Author Share Posted January 11, 2021 18 hours ago, landman said: Beautiful work. Thank you, Pat. 15 hours ago, Chariots of Fire said: Looks to me like you hit paydirt! Nice work! Excellent! Thank you, Charles. 4 hours ago, Bainford said: Looking great. Your textures and weathering is spot on. Nice work. Thank you, Trevor. I hope to succeed at the endeavor I set out on. That's my focus, on this project--that, and shading and highlighting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted January 12, 2021 Share Posted January 12, 2021 Looks amazing so far! The weathering is great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted January 12, 2021 Author Share Posted January 12, 2021 19 minutes ago, DRIPTROIT 71 said: Looks amazing so far! The weathering is great! Thanks, Brian. I hope I can keep it going! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted February 7, 2021 Author Share Posted February 7, 2021 I finally got enough guts to really get into the finish on this engine. After applying the basecoat of Krylon Chalky Finish grey (reminds me of Hot Rod Primer), I began applying ground pastels and Dullcote in different areas, until I achieved a finish I liked. I used a mixture of Permasol Black and Raw Umber with some linseed oil, to apply "oil" to areas indicated by reference photos. I used heavy thread for the plug wires. I wanted to mimic cloth insulated wires. Given a mulligan, I would simply use small diameter wire. There's still a bit of paint work to be done, and some touch-up to do. I'll take it, for a first effort. As always; questions comments and critiques are welcome! Thanks for looking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chariots of Fire Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 Throw a little "oil" around the pan as if it dripped down and around the cover. Great weathering job! it looks old and just as if you did a power wash on it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warren D Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 You have a great talent for weathering, looks very realistic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doorsovdoon Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 Fantastic looking work so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterNNL Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 Looking very realistic. This could pass for the real thing. Just for fun try using your computers color adjustment settings and change everything to black and white. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dutzie Posted February 7, 2021 Share Posted February 7, 2021 That looks so realistic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted February 8, 2021 Share Posted February 8, 2021 Looks amazing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted February 8, 2021 Author Share Posted February 8, 2021 15 hours ago, Chariots of Fire said: Throw a little "oil" around the pan as if it dripped down and around the cover. Great weathering job! it looks old and just as if you did a power wash on it! Thank you, Charles. I'll get some oil dripping from the pan rail. I debated doing that, and just kind of said, "Nah!", but, I think I knew I should. Based on your input, I will do that! 13 hours ago, Warren D said: You have a great talent for weathering, looks very realistic! Thanks, Warren! I've done small bits of weathering, before, but, this is my first try at an entire model. Feedback looks to be pretty positive, so far. 🙂 11 hours ago, doorsovdoon said: Fantastic looking work so far. Thank you all, Brian, Brian and Eric. It's much appreciated! 11 hours ago, misterNNL said: Looking very realistic. This could pass for the real thing. Just for fun try using your computers color adjustment settings and change everything to black and white. Thanks, Tom. I'll have to try that, once I get it finished! That should be fun. Thanks to all for looking, and for commenting. It is greatly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted February 8, 2021 Author Share Posted February 8, 2021 22 hours ago, Chariots of Fire said: Throw a little "oil" around the pan as if it dripped down and around the cover. Great weathering job! it looks old and just as if you did a power wash on it! Charles, here's the added oil. I hope it's not overdone. It sure looks like oil! As you have likely noticed, the engine is installed in the chassis, now, as well. As always, critiques, comments and questions are welcome! Thanks for looking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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