Jantrix
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Whoops, found another.
51 Chevy Fleetline Paris to Peking racer. Hopefully it'll be finished someday.
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Like most of my work recently, this next build is inspired by someone's real vehicle. While perusing Pinterest a few years ago I came across a custom Chevy RPU and I stuck the photo in my files and forgot about it. Recently I found it again, and set out to find the owner/builder. Through the fine gearheads on the H.A.M.B., I tracked him down and eventually made contact with him. Klaus Gardan lives in Denmark and he built this himself, in his garage. He's the real deal. A true hot rodder. Lots of outstanding metal work. The car is called the Lady Luck 1953 Chevrolet, and you can find it on FB if your interested. Like most home-build rods it's been through lots of "versions". The red one is it's current look. Klaus has been very accommodating and has answered all my questions. It's conventionally lowered, 350 powered and if you're trying to place the rear fenders, they are hand built from a Volvo roof and VW fenders. It started as a '53 Chevy Tradesman. What I love about this phantom is that it blurs the lines between customs, hot rods and even rat rods.
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So my plan for my model will be "inspired" by Klaus' '53, will be an AMT '51 Chevy, using a '50 Chevy bed with '57 Chevy fenders. I'm going to start from this pile of various AMT '51 stuff. It's gonna be fun. No firm plans, I'm making this up as I go. And yes, I'm starting with the Fleetline body. Once I cut it in half, the roof will keep the body more rigid, so it'll be easier to close the back of the cab. More soon, I hope.
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1953 Ford PU - straight from the box
1955 Nomad Gasser
1967 Allison Powered Charger
`1971 Charger Jet Car
Shadow Box Diorama - this will become a priority very soon. If I attend GSL, I want this one done. It will feature a 51 Henry J, project car.
Stand by for the new project - 1951 Chevy RPU.
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As it turns out, although I take a lot of WIP shots, not many mock ups. So I thought this would be a good opportunity to go through and count up the WIP's. I'm happy to find the list of models in progress isn't as bad as I assumed. Nine. Although by the end of the weekend the count will be ten. 😃
To kick it off, a 1925 Model T track roadster.
1932 Chrysler Beach Racer
1940 Ford 4x4 Boonie Bouncer
1940 Ford Coupe Hot Rod
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26 minutes ago, doorsovdoon said:
I can't help but love this kit.
You might be the first person I've ever heard say that. Sure is good looking model though. Nice work.
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Three terrific models. Very clean work.
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On 5/2/2022 at 8:15 AM, 4mula1fan said:
I am terribly uninspired with my 58 Impala build.
I admit to the same. I picked the Riv because it's what I had on hand, but the interest is waning.
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This is looking good. I'm wondering how well the chassis will fit on other things of the same general size/wheelbase. Like the Johan Rambler American for instance. That would be a cool project.
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The tail-up, nose-down with fat tires trend in the back was in full swing when I was a kid in the 70's/80's, and I loved it. I still do. If I had a muscle car with say "limited" resale value, I'd happily do that, still today. And drive it everywhere. 😁
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Honestly one of the coolest dios I've seen. Like you that movie was a favorite as a kid, but would never have thought to do this. I'm always amazed at the ability the military guys have to replicate water and this is right up there. Terrific work!
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7 hours ago, beeRS said:
Did you have to use a white primer over the grey, or did the yellow base coat go straight over the grey?
Sonny, most paints have a certain level of opacity. Thusly are affected in some way by the base color. So if you want a bright top coat, it is better to have a light base coat.
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A favorite film and muscle car! Terrific work.
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A very nice collection of muscle. Well done.
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This is an interesting project. But why are you starting a new thread for each update? Just add more to your existing posts. This just makes more work for the moderators who will eventually get around to combining them for you, I'm sure.
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14 hours ago, MrObsessive said:
Rob, here's some pics of the Olds...............
Wow. That looks great. The '75 had round headlights and a more pleasing grill IMHO. Mine was white with a blue vinyl top and white interior. 13 miles to the gallon. They are pretty rare these days. Only the convertibles seem to hold any value today.
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On 2/16/2022 at 3:43 AM, MrObsessive said:
'76 Olds Delta 88,
Wow. My first car was a '75. I'm going to have to look into this. The '76 is pretty close. Thanks Bill.
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1 hour ago, Limeyglue said:
Got some half round styrene mounted to the front and rear which will be chromed once the body is painted.
33 minutes ago, espo said:I think the bumper addons give a more realistic and practical look.
I quite agree. I wish I'd thought of it when I built my '49. Well done.
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Outstanding! Wow that really looks great. Great work.
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Outstanding work. Very authentic.
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2 hours ago, Bill Eh? said:
Car model section starts at about 21:25.
Thanks Bill, that was helpful.
I think I want to take another crack at that Batmobile. Though It's not even close to a favorite, I built one years ago as a gift for a family member, who loved it. It went together very well. I've since come up with some ideas for ways to improve it and make it a proper Batmobile in my eyes.
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Outstanding work. What are the plans for the black one? From the pic, the paint looks save-able?
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On 4/26/2022 at 2:49 PM, Limeyglue said:
I have set the ride height as it's going to be a kerbside.
Kerbside, with a "K". I dig it. This is a real good idea as this one is super hard to get that low without reworking the entire chassis. I'll be following along.
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38 minutes ago, Fat Brian said:
That's great that you found it, I had even tried a reverse image search and didn't get anything. If I were going to build something along these lines I would start with the Foose Cadillac. Paint it a satin color, find some cool pinstripes, get a set of 20" steelies, drop in the Caddy engine from the Revell 49 Mercury. The only issue is the interior, it's too modern for this style.
All good points. I do have a Monogram '53 with optional lowered suspension. I do have a bed from the Revell '50 pickup and the custom fenders and early hemi from the AMT '53 pickup. Some custom grill/bumper options from the Revell custom '48 Ford. It seems I have all the pieces to do something very close to the photo. I love the stripe, but I think I'll change the color from black as I just finished a flat black hot rod.
Now I just have to finish putting my new hobby room together so I can get started. I'm about half done.
Thanks again guys. This should be fun.
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1951 Chevy Phantom RPU
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