dontgobrassit Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 (edited) Here's my wedge cut lead sled. I cut about 5/8" out of the back. The paint is Tamiya Lime Green base with Testors pearl and a 2-step automotive epoxy clear. Here you can see how much the body was cut out of the back. The taillights are made from red plastic that I machined in my lathe. I made the decals from an image that I found on the internet. I airbrushed a light coat of dirty wash thinner over the bottom to give it a slightly aged look. I added a little wire detail and carburator linkage to the stock engine. I hope that you enjoy this one as much as I did building it. Thanks, Edited January 20, 2008 by dontgobrassit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve H. Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 She's a Beauty! Quite possibly one of the most memorable Mercs built in the last 6 mos! I'm looking forward to checking it out in person at the NNL West! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raul_Perez Posted January 20, 2008 Share Posted January 20, 2008 She's a Beauty! Quite possibly one of the most memorable Mercs built in the last 6 mos! I'm looking forward to checking it out in person at the NNL West! Steve nailed it on that one!! That's one serious wedge cut there, Jerry!! I may have to get you to cut one like that for me!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajulia Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 Hello there friend! YIKES! The color , stance ,decals and especially the white walls- Old school "bomber" style I LOVE IT! Mi amigo" Keep on wit the keepin on! Peace AJulia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr. Cranky Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 Very cool. Love the graphics and the color. I think this one will get lots of attention on the showbench!!! Very cool! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RatRod Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 It really has a different look with the wedge cut!! I came up with a color similar years ago using Testors 50's aqua & pearl clear, I'm amazed that the pearl clear toned the candy lime green down that much. Your decals look awesome too!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyle Willits Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 Very unique and innovative way to build a Merc. Super job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bsoder Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 Well I'll be looking forward to seeing this beauty at the NNLW ...and any other jewels your bringin'!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz Posted January 21, 2008 Share Posted January 21, 2008 There are so many ways of building this model, you did a very nice job on yours, I like those graphics!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curt raitz Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Jerry you ol' hound dog...showin' off again! that's a serious wedgy ya got there lookin' good c'ya at the NNL West Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raul_Perez Posted January 22, 2008 Share Posted January 22, 2008 Jerry that's a serious wedgy ya got there Now that's funny!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontgobrassit Posted January 24, 2008 Author Share Posted January 24, 2008 (edited) Thanks for comments on may wedge. Edited June 19, 2008 by dontgobrassit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CEKPETHO BCE Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 I love that green color on '49 mercs. Beautiful model. Looks sectioned, very nice. 10/10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Wow! Outstanding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Sumner Posted July 5, 2011 Share Posted July 5, 2011 Great job! Did you take any pics along the way of that cut you made? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooneyzs Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 Very Nice looking Merc. Color and graphics look great. The rest is just as clean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charlie8575 Posted July 6, 2011 Share Posted July 6, 2011 Nicely executed. It's a nice change from normal,and that color is outstanding. Charlie Larkin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Payne Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 Great new way to section a Merc! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 Super looking Merc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatz4u Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 what they all said, x2... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted May 8, 2021 Share Posted May 8, 2021 Cool 49 mercury. A different take on a car thats been customized a lot of ways. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 Sweet Mercury!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beamerman Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 Very Cool! Great Paint...love it.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewetwo Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 Beautiful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 COOL!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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