Tony T Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 I traded for a 67 issue of the 61 Ford Galaxie Starliner with intention of building a convertible class NASCAR Grand National race car. When Jerry Sims passed away in November, I decided to build it in his honour as a tribute to his building style, including hand lettering. I never met Jerry, but was encouraged by him when I built my garage diorama to take it outside in the sunshine. It is cloudy today, so will have to get some pictures when I have the chance on a sunny day. RIP Jerry. I hope I done ya proud, brother. Started with this: All done: Your comments are welcome. More pictures here: http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v383/lunes/Models/1961%20Ford%20Galaxie%20convertible/?start=all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Cranky Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 That's a wonderful tribute. Love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
made007 Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 yugo parking prohibited..........LOL.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LAone Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 pretty cool tribute. came out great, the hand scripting looks like it would have been on a 1:1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted May 23, 2011 Author Share Posted May 23, 2011 Thanks, guys...I think Jerry was riding shotgun on this build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 I think Jerry would dig this one. I know I do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragline Posted May 23, 2011 Share Posted May 23, 2011 Very nice tribute to a super sweet guy. You watchin Jerry? Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted May 23, 2011 Author Share Posted May 23, 2011 Thanks, guys...I appreciate the nice comments...Jerry was a great guy, helpful always, and ready to jump in and help, and share a tip or a technique. His builds, his photography, and his photoshopping abilities were terrific...Model boxes, magazine covers, trading cards...all using pictures of models are still inspiring. You are missed, "LUKE'57"! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Rebel Yell! Yaaaahoooooooo! Nice build; nice tribute. 57forever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Gibbons Posted May 24, 2011 Share Posted May 24, 2011 Love it, and a great tribute! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted May 25, 2011 Author Share Posted May 25, 2011 Thanks, Danno & Jim! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted July 24, 2011 Author Share Posted July 24, 2011 I received a gift from Jerry's brother, Jackie...two left-over decal sheets with ORRC logos! Thanks, Jackie! These were off the sheet that Jackie said was from Jerry's stash... Now. it's finished! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Gibbons Posted July 24, 2011 Share Posted July 24, 2011 Way cool, and the ORRC decals are the icing on the cake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted July 25, 2011 Author Share Posted July 25, 2011 Yeah, sure is...thanks, Jim! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Johnston Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Jerry would have been thrilled. I really miss his photography... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted July 27, 2011 Author Share Posted July 27, 2011 Thanks, Jeff...I do as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted July 27, 2011 Share Posted July 27, 2011 Me, too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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