Dennis Lacy Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 This model was started over 3 years ago but spent most of that time half constructed in a box under my workbench. I randomly got inspired a few months ago to get it out and work it to completion. As it usually goes when I come back to a project after a long hiatus I ended up making a number of changes to the original plan such as replacing the hopped up Model A 4-banger with a flathead V8, different grill, some frame updates, etc... Hope you all like it! - Revell 1927 T Touring body and windshield - Revell 1929 Roadster optional ‘32 frame shortened 1/4”, Z’d at rear, scratch built front and rear cross members, Revell ‘32 series center “K” member. - Revell 1932 5-Window front axle and suspension - Revell Ed Roth Tweedy Pie rear axle and spring, Revell ‘29 Roadster ladder bars. - Revell 1940 Ford brake plates front and rear. - Revell 1931 Sedan tires and Halibrand Touring wheels. Chrome stripped, missing lug nuts added and correct 60’s wing nut caps from Revell Orange Crate. - Revell 1932 Sedan Edelbrock equipped flathead V8, Tweedy Pie carbs/scoops, Revell 1948 Ford headers, modified AMT 1941 Woody exhaust pipes. - Heavily modified Revell ‘29 Roadster interior panels and bench seat, scratch built floors, scratch built ‘32 Roadster style dash with Revell ‘32 gauge panel, Tweedy Pie gas tank and Revell ‘29 Roadster battery box. - Tweedy Pie radiator and shell, Revell ‘29 Roadster small headlights, Revell 1937 Ford Panel Delivery taillight and plate mount. - Tamiya Cobalt Green, Champagne Gold and Clear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSchnell Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 The color & the wheels tie everything together quite nice. Great work! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldscool Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 very nice! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 So very cool. I wouldn't mind have a real one like that in my garage. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan barton Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 Ah, Dennis, you've done it again! Stance to die for and I'll keep saying it, those wheels look amazing. As on all your builds, I love the precision of your front and rear end assemblies. Something that has inspired me to try harder to reach that level. Guys who build "modern" cars will never understand how much fabrication work goes into building a traditional hot rod suspension, keeping it all square and getting all four wheels on the ground. You are a master of this facet of model building. Cheers Alan 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larman Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 Another beautiful build! Super job! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Lacy Posted June 1, 2021 Author Share Posted June 1, 2021 4 hours ago, alan barton said: Ah, Dennis, you've done it again! Stance to die for and I'll keep saying it, those wheels look amazing. As on all your builds, I love the precision of your front and rear end assemblies. Something that has inspired me to try harder to reach that level. Guys who build "modern" cars will never understand how much fabrication work goes into building a traditional hot rod suspension, keeping it all square and getting all four wheels on the ground. You are a master of this facet of model building. Cheers Alan Thanks a bunch, Alan! I guess my full scale hands on experience helps a lot getting my scale chassis dialed in. I like them to appear as though they would actually function decent. 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Turned our great Dennis! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kit Karson Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 7 hours ago, Dennis Lacy said: Thanks a bunch, Alan! I guess my full scale hands on experience helps a lot getting my scale chassis dialed in. I like them to appear as though they would actually function decent. 🤣 You nailed it, ADL! Both your T Touring and your 1:1 experience have brought you to the same conclusion that I have had as a basic rule of model car building: The final result has to appear to be "street worthy"! If it isn't street-able or plausible, even in theory, the builder has missed the mark. Reality is a bitch, so if your fantasy is to create a vehicle that reflects your interests or personality, then make sure that if it were constructed for the road that it is legal and safe, even in concept! -KK 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spencer1984 Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Awesome job on this! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Excellent detail, great paintwork, beautiful color! David G. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Awesome! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tim boyd Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Dennis....yeah buddy! Came out great. Love the color scheme, the stance, the engine and detailing, and those killer wheels! Most of all, it looks real.....which to me is one of the ultimate tests of a major modeling project. Always, always a treat to see one of your hot rod projects go over the finish line. Cheers....TIM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocking Rodney Rat Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Neat, neat, neat! Up to your usual clean standards. All of the parts fit together well and the components compliment them. I'm going to steal your idea of moving the rear suspension mounts to the outside of the crossmember, which facilitates exhaust routing much easier. I might need to add a rear panhard bar. Thanks, buddy!!! -RRR 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Absolutely stunning. Great concept and execution. Love the color. Always enjoy seeing your projects. You've obviously been influenced by Tim Boyd. It has his style written all over it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Nice. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phildaupho Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Another one of your fabulous looking extremely well built hot rods. I really like this one. I built a fenderless T-Touring with white wall slicks as a kid and hope to build another one day. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plasticprime Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 A really unique build that displays a high level of skill and craftsmanship. Terrific! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Great looking touring. The paint finish is beautiful looking. I like how you detailed the flathead and the chassis looks good as well. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Nice build. Love those Ford flat heads. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koellefornia Kid Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Super nice looking touring! You nailed it, Dennis! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonhawk1066 Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Looks great! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted June 2, 2021 Share Posted June 2, 2021 Nicely done! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doorsovdoon Posted June 2, 2021 Share Posted June 2, 2021 Loving the detailed engine! Stunning build! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted June 3, 2021 Share Posted June 3, 2021 Absolutely stunning and impressive work!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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