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‘54 Willys P/U
NOBLNG replied to NOBLNG's topic in WIP: Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
I made a windshield “gasket” out of some thin styrene to get an Idea of how it will look. I want to file a small recess all around the opening to set the gasket into, but I’m afraid I may destroy it. I tried doing one on the rear window with my dremel and it wasn’t easy...especially where it transitions from die-cast to Milliput. I am going to try to cast this first and then maybe experiment on the casting. -
‘54 Willys P/U
NOBLNG replied to NOBLNG's topic in WIP: Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
I think this pickup cab was derived from a wagon which would maybe account for the lower roof profile? So I was all set to start sketching out new profiles for the roof mods when I had a revelation. Why not take photos of my actual truck and resize them. Once the photos spanned the drip rails of the diecast nicely, I made templates out of them. I then slathered on the miliput . I couldn’t get the cowl shape quite right since it should start sloping up to the windshield sooner whereas the die-cast has that area pretty flat. so I wound up filing the vent lid off and making a new one from .030 styrene. I also re-shaped the front edge of the fenders and rounded the sides a little. And I added the ribs on the back of the cab. I also filed off the trim on the lower edge of the hood and side of the cab. -
Jeepster And Friend
NOBLNG replied to Tom Geiger's topic in Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Good work Tom! Those both turned out beautifully. All the little details are spot on. I like the hood hinges and busted fender flares on the CJ. -
Jeepster-Wrangler
NOBLNG replied to NOBLNG's topic in Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Thanks Chris. Yes Scenes Unlimited makes some nice stuff. Thanks Paul. Not sure about the “Clifford Read” thing, but the gas tank and the radiator are actually from a Revell ‘57 Chevy lowrider kit, molded in hot pink.? Thanks Aaron. I would seriously consider buying one...test drive required for sure.? -
I agree, very nice!! I think you’ve got the wrong cat for a username.?
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Finish before resin casting
NOBLNG replied to NOBLNG's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
Thanks Pete and Rob. I will put a coat of primer on it all and sand it as smooth as I can get it. -
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That’s called growth and it can be lots of fun in this hobby. And this one looks like fun to watch too.?
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Finish before resin casting
NOBLNG replied to NOBLNG's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
It is a die cast that I have modified with Milliput, Tamiya basic putty and styrene pieces glued on. The Milliput I have sanded with #3000 and it is very smooth. I am wondering if a barrier of some sort is necessary to protect it from the silicone or the mould release? -
Is primer a smooth enough finish over milliput and Tamiya putty on a resin casting master? Or is some sort of paint or sealer required? Thanks, Greg.
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Tamiya makes an XF-85 rubber black paint.
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The Ugliest Corvette Ever?
NOBLNG replied to stavanzer's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
Me too! I’m all for it in this case. And thanks for all those pics Guys.? We can’t un-see that stuff you know.? -
Wow, very nice! I don’t normally check out the racing sections, but I will more often now...the scratch building talents displayed here are amazing!
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Saving an old custom 59 chevy
NOBLNG replied to wrenchr's topic in WIP: Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Nice customizing on this one! -
Very nice. Makes me want to dig out my merc kit....not that I would be doing a fantastic job on it like this one.
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I like it too! Red looks really great on these cars.
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It coming along very nicely!
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Tom Daniels inspired '40 Ford coupe Show 'n' go rod
NOBLNG replied to kiwicraigr@gmail.com's topic in Model Cars
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Moebius 1966 ford f100 kits
NOBLNG replied to youpey's topic in Model Building Questions and Answers
The hood on my ‘70 F-100 custom cab 4x4 does not seem to be too big or warped. The cowl area is sunken a bit in this photo, but will be supported when the firewall is in place. -
34 Church Truck
NOBLNG replied to OldNYJim's topic in WIP: Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
This is looking really nice! Love the pinstripes, subtle yet complimentary. -
I guess you need somewhere to mount the fire extinguisher eh? ?
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I bought these today just for the three different sized round files. The flat file and the handle are a bonus. For under 8 bucks, I can’t go wrong.
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Ford Ranchero Brizios Tire
NOBLNG replied to Brizio's topic in Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Very well done...and you found a use for all those singles and sets of 3 tires.?