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1929 Ford Roadster highboy (not the Revell 29)
Claude Thibodeau replied to Toner283's topic in Model Cars
Hi Chris! I can relate to that. And since I'm 65, daily responsabilities with kids are less intrusive, should I say. Nonetheless, you are right: building a 1/1 car for myself took backseat to commission builds. Last one ( yellow 33 in background) dates back to 2016. Memories... CT -
1929 Ford Roadster highboy (not the Revell 29)
Claude Thibodeau replied to Toner283's topic in Model Cars
Hi Chris! Thank you for the "recipe". I build real 1/1 rods for a living, and your observations about the flatness of A frames and the arc of 32's are correct. Hence my inquiry. Superb results. Bravo! CT -
Hi Ray! Superb combo, bravo! This thing would be a blast to drive down the quarter-mile... CT
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1929 Ford Roadster highboy (not the Revell 29)
Claude Thibodeau replied to Toner283's topic in Model Cars
Hi Chris! Very nice roadster! I'm just curious: did you need to tweak the lower body to adapt it to the frame so harmoniously? It seems to just "fall in place" naturally... CT -
egg crate grille and the car behind it!
Claude Thibodeau replied to Paul Payne's topic in WIP: Model Cars
Hi Paul! I'm surprised that you report no shrinkage with the solvent based (red-one part) putty. Good for you. But the catalized two-part stuff is supposed to be more stable, because it hardens by catalyst, not evaporation. Usually no shrinking ever. Keep us posted! CT -
AMT 1963 Impala - Advanced Custom Version
Claude Thibodeau replied to Impalow's topic in WIP: Model Cars
Hi Eric! As the nurse says " congratulations on the twins, Sir". Very clean and nicely detailed. CT -
Hi Bob! On the 1/1 cars, I remember that there was a difference between the roadster and closed cars rear fenders. Something to do with the actual radius of the fender. If Revell were scrupulous to the dimensions of the roadster, therefore, the coupe or sedan fender unit might not fit. But since Revell certainly had planned for many derivatives on the same frame or platform, I'd be surprised they resisted having a "one size fits all". Just my two cents, for what it's worth... CT
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Hi Oliver! Great car, so many details. The Sidewinder Concept truck is such a good source of parts, as I'm certain you have discovered. I have 3 or 4 in my stash... bu none completed, just keep raiding them for components! Keep on! CT
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Hi Steve! I'll try to make it. I've visited the Alberta mountains, but never seen BC. So, why not? Thanks for the comments on the 1/1 32. The colour is a Nissan 350Z hue, circa 2002-2003, called FAUVE ORANGE. Base coat/clear coat. Truly pops under the sun!
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egg crate grille and the car behind it!
Claude Thibodeau replied to Paul Payne's topic in WIP: Model Cars
Hi Paul! Wow, what a creative design, and it gives full meaning to the term "mash-up"! Impressive. I'm curious as to what glue you are using to bond all the parts together. I'm asking because I could not help it remembering a mash-up I made a few years ago with a 53 Stude, and even allowing for a looooooooong curing time before applying putty and primer for finishing... the BLAH_BLAH_BLAH_BLAH styrene glue managed to telegraph ever so slightly trough the final paint a few years later, in the comfort of my glass cabinet, no less... Very frustrating. On the other hand, some projects pieced together with Super Glue don't show a hint of the surgery scars. I had my lesson, as you may imagine. I'm not minding my business here, but since you invited comments and questions, I went along. Keep up the terrific idea! CT -
Ford Ranchero Brizios Tire
Claude Thibodeau replied to Brizio's topic in Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Hi Fabrizio! I understand we were both blessed with Excellence Awards by the ACME online event lately. I just want to congratulate you on your fantastic transporter model. It is fully deserving of the award. Is-it available in a thread on this forum? If so, under which title? I'd like to see more pictures. Regards, Claude Thibodeau 0wner/builder of the So-Can Speed Shop 32 Ford lakester -
Hi Jim! Well, THIS IS the consumate Florida car... Bright colour, open engine compartment, deep gloss, and I love the interior colour combo. Bravo! CT PS: Plus, it's a Ford in a Ford. What more to ask for?
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64 Dodge D100 Pickup Pro Street
Claude Thibodeau replied to AmericanMuscleFan's topic in WIP: Drag Racing Models
Hi Francis! This triangulation is exactly what you needed. Some Funny-Cars are happy with just ONE transversal link between the lower bars, with 6000+ HP, so... your double triangulation is about 40% stiffer than that. I would dare say that it passes with flying colours! And the clearance for the driving shaft yoke is a nice feature. Way to go! CT -
Hi Paul! Thank you. I will indeed spend many hours at the bench this winter... I'm finishing a 60 Sunliner Ford that I mashed with the roof from the Alternomad (MadLiner?), a VW bus that I customized and dropped in the weeds, and a mid-engine late-hemi powered 68 Charger concept is moving at a good pace. And there is a waiting list of rods & customs + a vintage funny-car that are waiting in the wings. So yes, much ado about styrene! To your point about the water, my local aqueduct system takes water from the Chaudière river, which finds its source in lake Megantic, a big lake that is straddling the Québec/New-Hampshire border. I'm told this lake is a haven for various species of spyders. Who knows what influence might percolate to our drinking water... CT
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Hi Steve! Thanks for the pics. This is obviously a well attended event! I'll put it on my bucket list. I had a 32 3W that I built in 2004, drove it around and then sold it in 2006. Here's a blurry pic I found in the online coverage of the Rhinebeck NY GoodGuys event I attended in 2006. Thats the only "digitized" pick I have. I did not own a digital camera back then. CT
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Hi Steve! I'm ashamed it took me so long, but the light went on in my head this afternoon. My grand daughter was taking a nap on my lap, and I was leafing trought the latest Contest Car, and saw that candy red 66 Chevelle in a report from NNL West. The caption contained the words Acadian Canso. Uh? Can this be a guy from Canada? West coast, like, near BC? Then, I connected the dots: it IS the Steve Hayden that I chat with on this forum! But wait, there's more: a great rod PU, plus a Highboy 32 Sedan in the report from Deuce Day... All great cars, and well deserved appearances in Contest Car. Congrats again! Regards, CT