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James2

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  1. Still waiting on the wheels to arrive so for now I finished the wish bone by cutting to length, drilling the center and adding styrene rod.
  2. Well I’m just glad to be looking over your shoulder to see the process.
  3. Separated the steering link for a better look.
  4. Since the Sedan is off the bench I have begun the next project. This one has been brewing for a while after I ordered some (soon to arrive) wheel combos and a fine Drag City chopped 5 window. I’m starting with the AMT 34 kit but will mix in plenty of other parts for what should be a fun study. First I started cleaning up the frame and assembled the rear axle. I only used this to center the new rear end. From the Revell Roadster kit. Measured and drilled.Moving to the front I’ll remove material until the axle sets right for a better stance. Drag City Castings is one if not the best resin available. And this 5 window is no exception. It fits the frame perfectly and with some minor sanding to the kit parts the body should be silky smooth. Hoping the wheels show up this week, but here’s a hint of the engine I’d like to use.
  5. Calling it done, build in the WIP section.
  6. Well, I'm calling this one done. As mentioned, it was a swap meet find I intended to chop but decided to repaint instead. Nice little shelf model, posted in under glass.
  7. Your effort shows, But I thought Duct tape fixed everything!
  8. Quite impressive Chris, your intention to detail, obvious knowledge of the subject and technic show in every part. Could you post a pic of the 1:1?
  9. Update: As the fenders were not damaged by my carelessness, I had just enough decanted color to paint the body with a bit for touch up if needed. I hope to buff at some point before reassembling.
  10. That is a lot of creativity....
  11. James2

    eBay 36/37

    Nothing to see here
  12. Like the fact that you skiny'd yours's up. I always thought the proportions were all wrong on these HH's.
  13. James2

    eBay 36/37

    THANKS.... I assume in the kit, I did not build this, just repaired.
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  15. James2

    eBay 36/37

    After the 40 Sedan fail I needed a quick win. I bought this on eBay for $25, the front wheels needed to be replaced, a few minor fixes and some cleaning. I think it will make a nice addition to the stable. It really was built nicely.
  16. It’s out of stock, everywhere. It is what it is though, thanks.
  17. I do warm them, it’s just one of those things. I have it stripped and primed again. I’m thinking of two toning it, we will see.
  18. Looks like I will have enough to repaint the main body. Just have to let it gas out and wait for a good day to use the airbrush.
  19. Morning update. Last evening as I attempted to paint the new hood I figured I put a fresh coat on the body as well, this become a fatal decision. Paint just splattered in every direction ruining the finish on the body, I thought the nozzle was clogged so I quickly switched to another, this reacted the same way. At this point the purple pond was the best solution. Now the tricky part, I believe the nozzles were not the problem. I do think, being an older Boyd spray paint and by using it the other day may have caused the pressure at the nozzle to decrease. IDK I tried three nozzles, and the results were the same each time spit instead of spray. Shame on me for not noticing at the beginning test shot! Problem #2, this Color by Boyd paint is discontinued and I have not found it anywhere online. I will decant what is left and see if that is enough to fix my mistake, if not this car will become a two-color finish. I love this hobby, if only for the patients and problem-solving lessons....
  20. I sure do like what you're doing here....
  21. Jim Desjarlais, aka customline , have been discussing the different hoods on the 39/40 Fords. The hood type being driven by the body type had several styles. Here are a couple links to view.... https://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/messenger/118441/#findComment-614535 1940 Ford Standard Vs Deluxe | The H.A.M.B. Disaster has struck; into the purple pond the body goes.
  22. Despite icy rain and 27deg temps, I managed to heat up the garage with my torpedo heater, paint the Sedan and use the oven light for several hours to dry the body. I think it will do just fine. It was a good color choice too.
  23. Great job bring'er back to life.
  24. 1:1 addiction, I got into motorcycles in my teens. I never had money for drugs, but the addiction is real. I have built several Shovelheads and currently have these. 04 Roadking (Daily) and a 79 FLH I've had for over 15yr. It's had many different versions.
  25. What a great build, nice detail and subject matter. I forgot about the orange brake drums; I remember orange undercoating being a thing when I was a boy....
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