Jantrix
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Still working a little at a time.
F1 rear fenders, smoothed firewall, replaced the driveshaft hump with something that will allow for a V8 and related transmission. Also the grill mod from the custom grill that comes with the kit.
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44 minutes ago, Zippi said:
Thanks for the info man.
Also the craft section of WalMart carries acrylic craft paints. Folk Art or something similar. It's inexpensive and works well.
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2 hours ago, espo said:
David, that's my driveway! 😆
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Here's a couple that I've already build models based on.
1947 Plymouth built by Charles Darmanjian
1953 Chevy Truck build by Dayne Lorentzen
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Most of my recent work has been based on or at least inspired by a real vehicle. Here's a trio of awesome rides that will be finding their way into my plastic soon.
This is a '55 Desoto that Dave Mackey of Blue Dog Garage has called the Chupacabra. This one's got a big online presence and is easy to find info on. Mobius' '56 Chrysler would be a good candidate here I think.
http://www.blueovaltrucks.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/1955_desoto_4x4-1.jpg
This is Mike Burrough's at Stanceworks, Model A. I've contacted Mike through Instagram and he's great about sharing info. I'm currently gathering parts for this one. The AMT Phantom Vicky is providing a lot of help. Wheels/tires are proving difficult.
This is Bombshell Betty, built by Jeff Brock, a 1952 Buick. When the Foose Caddy was released, this is what I had In my mind. Although having to rework every panel in the interior has me daunted.
So, that's what's got my creative juices flowing, how about you? Post up whatever real 1:1 car has got you inspired enough to build yours in scale. I'll be adding more as they occur to me.
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This is very impressive. I love the extended wheelbase. I did something similar on a '37 Chevy a few years back.
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On 4/29/2022 at 12:33 PM, Zippi said:
I think I'm done with the weathering. The running boards, grille, front apron, and fenders are painted flat black. I'll try going over them with some 0000 steel wool once they are good and dry.
If I could make a recommendation? Mix up a wash of rust colored acrylic craft paint and go over the body with that. The thinned paint finds the scratches from your sanding and settles in there nicely and really brings the whole patina look together.
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1 hour ago, Vintage AMT said:
Your not on that sinking ship by yourself,
Nope not a bit. I work at it and get it smooth and looking good through primer and then paint. Then, bang there it is.
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As some may have noted in past posts, I live on a little acreage in an Idaho canyon. It is 12 miles off the paved road. Another 28 highway in to work. The gravel roads are well maintained by the county, but it's still rough on my vehicle.
I drive an 2010 Toyota Highlander. I can't say enough good things about the car. Though it wasn't designed for this sort of travel, it's held up remarkably well. 185,000 miles. Motor (V6) and tranny have been absolutely bulletproof. Zero leaks. 22 MPG. It has never let me down. Oil changes and coolant flushes for the win. BUT. The terrain is rough on the suspension. I'm about to replace the second set of struts, in four years living out here. I just had the front end rebuilt. I think, that when I replace this car in the future I'm going to have to step up to a tougher part from OEM, when things wear out.
So the plan is to get two more years out of it (about 250,000 miles).
Which, finally, brings me to my query. What vehicle would you recommend, that might take the abuse better with about the same mileage, that's not a truck? My wife drives a pickup and we really don't need two. At least 8 inches of ground clearance. I usually buy used but recent, vehicles with no plans to go electric. Some folks have mentioned Subaru's but I've no experience with them.
Throw out some recommendations please. Thanks for your time and attention.
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1 hour ago, FreeMan scale said:
So what I NEED to know is how you polished the hood without rubbing through on the edges of the opening and the edges of the dip in the hood. Terrific work BTW, very impressive.
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To do this, the model has to be taken apart. Is that the plan anyway?
It's quite possible that the 50 year old glue has aged also. Depending on the amount of glue, some gentle pressure might free them. Also soaking the assembly in water and then freezing them might pop the glue joints. Best of luck.
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Very slick!
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This is my pal Gomez talking up floor space. Tish is his sister. Great pals.
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On 5/10/2022 at 1:09 PM, stavanzer said:
MPC Kit
I'd love to see this one reissued. I know it's all kinds of tacky by todays standards but very likely, so am I. I throw this one on a NASCAR chassis.
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On 5/3/2022 at 7:57 PM, jaymcminn said:
Duran Duran's "Rio" album is my go-to musical guilty pleasure. Honestly, it's a great album from start to finish but as an 80's kid there's a certain stigma attached to being too into Duran Duran.
Right there with you. There was girl in jr. high that I liked quite a lot and Duran Duran was her thing. So I listened to it and found I liked it quite a lot. Still do.
Also, my mother is a huge Neil Diamond fan and that's what was played at home when I was a kid. I grew up with his music in the background. I've seen him live three times.
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It is an outstanding kit and a terrific build. Well done sir.
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This might be the sexiest car I've ever seen.
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6 hours ago, slusher said:
I was just guessing that you might use Part of a Cadillac bumper..
If the Revell '57 Caddy was a super common kit with parts easily obtainable, I might have gone that way. But I'm also a proponent of using what I have on hand. As this build is only "inspired" by Klaus' Chevy, I'm free to get creative as I want to. Thanks for your interest.
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2 hours ago, cobraman said:
I think your idea of the other fenders would look better as they are more rounded. Just an opinion. 😀
11 minutes ago, chris chabre said:Rob, I have a pair of f100 fenders Id trade for your chevy ones. Klaus drives that "pick up" hard!
Thanks guys, I was able to find a set of '50 Ford rear fenders in the parts boxes. I'm going to fill the indent on them and gettem' smooth.
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Using the large mouth bass custom grill that comes with the '51 kit, and the Desoto grill from the Revell Merc, I've come up with this. Very pleased. I'm not normally a "kustom" guy but I'm enjoying this.
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On 5/9/2022 at 7:40 AM, carl63_99 said:
That is a nice kit. I spent some time getting the hood to set in perfectly. It was good for a number of years, but now it's not quite lining up.
That's funny, mine fit just fine. 😁😃
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A quick mockup. Stretched the chassis 3mm just to keep the proportions right. Next up is to get the suspension looooww. And make the wheels work with the suspension. I think some F1 tear fenders might work better. I'll have to see what I've got.
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Thanks Carl. There's a lot of measuring going on.
What Irked You Today?
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If I ever meet the lunatic who designed a vehicle that required an engine pull to replace the control arm bushings, ya'll will have to send correspondence to me, c/o Idaho State Corrections, Inmate 18721097.