Jantrix Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 I call it my deuce because I decided to build this model not just into something cool, but with the thought of how I would build a real deuce for myself if I had the skills and wherewithal. I started with the Revell roadster. The engine and seats are from the deuce sedan kit. Wheels and tires are from the Revell '29 pickup 3in1. The body has an old school channel, just the height of the frame. The headlights are '39 Chevy units with a bit of chrome trim added and the bezels frenched in. The grill is made from a pair of pickup truck fenders and some half round stock. The paint is Duplicolor medium grey metallic and Duplicolor clear. The interior and wheels are Krylon burgundy. The pics sort of make the paint look like it is textured and uneven, but I assure you that is just light off the metal flake. The paint is smooth and has a great shine with no polishing. I'm very happy with how it turned out. As always comments and criticisms are welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris White Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 gorgeous, love the colour and that front grille Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Super sharp build Rob, a real beauty... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Very nice. I wouldn't mind having a real one like that in my garage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKerry Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Man that thing is KOOL!!!! Love the attitude of it, color rocks and that grille is just awesome. That caught my attention when the page opened. Love the grille and the build!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terminator-Fox Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 I like that A LOT. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan 191 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Wow that is so nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erik Smith Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 (edited) Very cool. I like the color combo - the metallic gray and burgundy work well together. The front end changes make it stand out from the usual '32 crowd. Nice, clean work! Edited December 22, 2013 by Erik Smith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ira Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Great Guild Rob! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpletcher55 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 ROB, nice deuce , I like the old school feel and look, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Agent G Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Very nice, lets see the interior too. G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie8575 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Not sure about the grille, the rest of it is great, Rob. Charlie Larkin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffs396 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Nicely done Rob! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggie427 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Great build Rob. Love the east-coast channel, something you unfortunately don't see much today, but a very popular look in the late 50's/early 60's especially east of the Mississippi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinky Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Grill is not my style but the rest is super ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooOld Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Great looking ride ! I'd love to see it cruisin' down the road ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted December 22, 2013 Author Share Posted December 22, 2013 Thanks everyone for the ataboys. I'm real glad you like it. I didn't take any interior pics, because frankly it's rather plain. Just painted plastic and not a lot of added detail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hacked Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 ''very cool'' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunajammer Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 I particularly like the height of all the elements ahead of the firewall and how it all fills the space. Something similar is my plan for my own 13-year stalled '32. Nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W-409 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 I like this one. Really stylish build overall. I think the Channeling makes it perfect and that grille with those Chevy Headlights is a nice finishing touch. It fits perfectly. I would have added maybe a couple of details on the engine since it's a Hot Rod without a hood. But it's looking very good like that as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernard Kron Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 (edited) I particularly like the height of all the elements ahead of the firewall and how it all fills the space. Something similar is my plan for my own 13-year stalled '32. Nice work. Yeah, it looks really "hooked up". The proportions and stance are oustanding. One of the sweetest channel jobs on a Revell Deuce Roadster I've seen in a while. Like many, the grille shell is not to my taste, but, frankly, as beautifully integrated as it is in the overall look, I have to overcome my conservative prejudices and admit it looks very fine indeed. Those long headlight housings may be the key. I was waiting for the windshield to see how it all came together and I like it a lot! Big thumbzupz! What's the source of the door mirror? It's a nice touch. Edited December 22, 2013 by Bernard Kron Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmvw guy Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Beautiful looking hot rod! I think the grill is what makes it unique and very creative, A very different look for a deuce and I like it! You killed it imho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted December 22, 2013 Author Share Posted December 22, 2013 (edited) What's the source of the door mirror? It's a nice touch. No idea. Just something from the parts bin. Say has anyone ever mastered an up-top for this kit? That might be a nice touch on this build. I know the AMT kit had one. Has anyone ever noticed whether it fits the Revell kit? Again thanks much for the compliments. The styling of this build was very important to me, otherwise, it's just another deuce. I'm glad you guys like it. Edited December 22, 2013 by Jantrix Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
om617 Posted December 22, 2013 Share Posted December 22, 2013 Wonderful hot rod. There seem to be little or nothing straight out of the box,very cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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