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Here's a few more. As you can see my attempt at chroming with a brush on the Ford was rather poor. Also, the bodies on all three of them weren't painted, I jut clearcoted the plastic as it came. I did attempt some detailing on the engines and interior though. After looking at some of the awesome stuff in here, I think I'll redo some of them. And then today, while rummaging for something, I spotted a suspicious looking box. Looks like there is more to discover.

They would do a number on a suspension wouldn't they?

I thought I'd post some of the models I have built. All are box stock and are probably 20-odd years old. They've moved about three times and many have lost parts. Some I haven't found yet. I tried my new anti-static brush. It works fairly well but obviously they'll need a more thorough cleaning. Here goes. The '32 Ford phaeton has lost part of its exhaust , one cowl lamp and the back window. I think I'll use parts from the coach to repair it. The Chrysler was one of my first attempts at using foil. I took those photos with a little Canon PowerShot. it has a macro feature. While it allows you to shoot fairly close up it doesn't have a lot of depth of field. Next time I'll try with my wife's digital SLR.

Well, the sun almost came out so I went to where my frame is and took a bunch of measurements as well as a few detail photos.

I received the pile of stuff I ordered because I couldn't find my old stash . I am gearing up to mark up that drawing with dimensions taken from an actual frame I have. This job may take while as I have a hard time staying in the house in the summer, even a terrible one like we are having.

Hey Charbel, it is a wonder that with your business occupations you have the time to build such nice models. Welcome.

A man's home is his castle. Enjoy!

Here's a 702. This one was on the back of a 40's REO at a car show. The company I used to work for had several in float tractors. They were mated to 20 speed 5/4 transmissions.

Now Michel, you run out and get a 1:1 of each to have the match.

Bill, do you make your own stripes?

It gid it again. Won't let me quote and write below the quote. Anyway, the wheel opening moldings were part of an option package.

Looks like the program won't let me quote and write on the same post. this morning. So here's the rest of the story. The hood with the indentations was optional. It features functional air extraction scoops and turn signal indicators. See page from the sales booklet below.

Dis you take the measurements off a real trailer or were you able to obtain drawings? Also, is that excavator a kit or a die-cast promo?

Hey Bill, I'm following this intently as I want to do my own Mustang later. As fot the wheels, the triangles that you have in black are holes. The depressions in the spokes aren't gray but brown. At least on my car. The hub centers are blue on the '67. I took the liberty of posting a picture of mine.

Here's one you guys might find interesting: http://forums.aaca.org/f206/junkyard-diorama-project-1-24-a-283799.html

I should have recognized the Fulmore name too. I'm trying to remember if Burt just helped me with the restoration or whether he sold me some parts.

Hey Tony, back in the day, there was a fantastic hobby shop on O'Connor called Hobbyland. I remember going back there after many years and being disappointed since it appeared to have lost that "Special something" that shops have when they belong to hobbyists. Is it still there?

I started looking at how to do this. It has to be shortened lengthwise. that means sectioning the roof and taking a slice out. I'll attempt that later when I feel braver. As a first attempt at filling the gap above the door. I attempted to make a teeny sliver. A lot of work and will need much filling & sanding. Also removed the door hinges from the Ford roof. The Chevy's are on the front of the doors.

Hello from Kapuskasing, Ontario. Born in Sorel Quebec, lived in Ottawa, Toronto, Thunder Bay, North Bay, Hearst and Kapuskasing. What is it about a rolling stone?

So I started taking measurements off an actual unit to attempt to recreate them in 1:24 scale. Wish me luck! Who would have thought I'd use some of my woodworking tools on a model?

Another thing that needs to be addressed. The diecast's front suspension is a beam axle on leaf springs. The actual car has "Knee Action" hydraulic suspension. It looks like this. It contains both the springs and shock absorbers and is filled with oil.

I quoted Andy in post # 40. the quote shows but not what I wrote in. Here it is. Andy, that is what I am planning to do. I'll likely fill the gap with putty over a plastic backing. However I'm open to suggestions.