bluestringer Posted November 20, 2022 Share Posted November 20, 2022 I built this one about a year ago and it was dropped and broken, so I just put it back in the box. A few weeks ago I decided to get it out and do something different with it. I got in beyond my abilities but went ahead and done what I could with it. I wanted to lower it so I followed a great tutorial in the tips section by Ace-Garageguy. I Z'ed the rear to get it down and cut down the mounting area of the front axle to get it down. That went ok, but then I decided to channel it also which involved more than I bargained for. But I did the best I could with it and this is it. I think it came out ok, but as you can see I forgot about lowering the radiator so it sticks up a little higher than the body. Anyway I think it came out ok, and I learned a lot along the way. Paint is Testors Green Metallic enamel. All comments welcome and thanks for looking. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted November 20, 2022 Share Posted November 20, 2022 Looks great and the color looks good. Good engine details. Each build adds to our knowledge and modeling skills. We all learn from one another from time to time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redscampi Posted November 20, 2022 Share Posted November 20, 2022 This looks fantastic. I'd say your abilities have improved! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 21, 2022 Share Posted November 21, 2022 Good looking ole Hot Rod James. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragstk Posted November 21, 2022 Share Posted November 21, 2022 Sometimes its good to step out side our comfort zone and try new things. Its how we get better I think you did a fine job with this one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XYHARRY Posted November 21, 2022 Share Posted November 21, 2022 Nice hotrod James. A+ for going outside your comfort zone and the radiator doesn't look too bad. Cheers, David. 😎👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLHCAHZ Posted November 21, 2022 Share Posted November 21, 2022 Good looking hot rod! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluestringer Posted November 21, 2022 Author Share Posted November 21, 2022 19 hours ago, espo said: Looks great and the color looks good. Good engine details. Each build adds to our knowledge and modeling skills. We all learn from one another from time to time. Thanks David. 13 hours ago, Zippi said: Good looking ole Hot Rod James. Thanks Bob. 18 hours ago, redscampi said: This looks fantastic. I'd say your abilities have improved! Thank you. 12 hours ago, dragstk said: Sometimes its good to step out side our comfort zone and try new things. Its how we get better I think you did a fine job with this one Thank you. 4 hours ago, XYHARRY said: Nice hotrod James. A+ for going outside your comfort zone and the radiator doesn't look too bad. Cheers, David. 😎👍 Thanks David. 1 hour ago, FLHCAHZ said: Good looking hot rod! Thanks Chaz. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bainford Posted November 21, 2022 Share Posted November 21, 2022 Great looking rods, James. The channel job really adds to the vibe, and those great hot rod lines. Nicely done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonhawk1066 Posted November 21, 2022 Share Posted November 21, 2022 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluestringer Posted November 22, 2022 Author Share Posted November 22, 2022 On 11/21/2022 at 10:33 AM, Bainford said: Great looking rods, James. The channel job really adds to the vibe, and those great hot rod lines. Nicely done. Thank you Trevor. 16 hours ago, Dragonhawk1066 said: Very nice! Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Nunes Posted November 22, 2022 Share Posted November 22, 2022 Cool Beans! Nicely done and a great color choice. 👍 Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Street Rod Posted November 23, 2022 Share Posted November 23, 2022 Great job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted November 25, 2022 Share Posted November 25, 2022 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koellefornia Kid Posted November 25, 2022 Share Posted November 25, 2022 It'low,it's green and it looks mean! I like it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rrb124@sbcglobal.net Posted November 25, 2022 Share Posted November 25, 2022 Attention getting machine. Super low. Glad you mentioned Ace-garage Guy for tips. I will research the site. Have never tried channeling and lowering. Thanks for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcon wagon Posted November 25, 2022 Share Posted November 25, 2022 Looks good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted November 25, 2022 Share Posted November 25, 2022 Looks great!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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