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A 41 Willys Roadster mash up... made of leftover parts!
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Thank you Cliff! CT -
A 41 Willys Roadster mash up... made of leftover parts!
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Thank you Greg! CT -
Hi JP! Well, masterfull, as usual! Bravo. A gentleman in my small town had that car, but in Dove Grey. Your colour and/or Dove gray are perfect for that stately design. May I ask what is the name or code of that GM colour? CT
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A 41 Willys Roadster mash up... made of leftover parts!
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Thank you Paul! A 1/1 41 Willys is still on my bucket list. Who knows... CT -
A 41 Willys Roadster mash up... made of leftover parts!
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Thank you, Chef! CT -
72 Plymouth Roadrunner 426 HEMI 8 Pack
Claude Thibodeau replied to AmericanMuscleFan's topic in Drag Racing
Hi Francis! I remember this built... In person, I can report that it requires about half an hour to glimpse most of the details. Great! One question for you: I see you installed the famous ACCEL high energy coil. When I look at the pictures, it reminds me that somehow, I always felt this specific coil wa slightly "out of scale", as if it was intended for 1/20 or at least, a larger scale... You have experienced it, what is your opinion? CT -
A 41 Willys Roadster mash up... made of leftover parts!
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Hi Francis! Thank you... and as matter of fact, you are the FIRST person to mention that I always put a green valve stem cap on all of my builts... Good eyes! CT -
A 41 Willys Roadster mash up... made of leftover parts!
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Thank you Ray! CT -
A 41 Willys Roadster mash up... made of leftover parts!
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Thank you Craig! CT -
A 41 Willys Roadster mash up... made of leftover parts!
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Thank you Sir! As they say: "ain't no hearse with luggage racks", so you are right: might as well use them... CT -
A 41 Willys Roadster mash up... made of leftover parts!
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Hi Steve! Thank you. I suppose the light subdued colours have that impact, the roof in particular. CT -
A 41 Willys Roadster mash up... made of leftover parts!
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Thank you, Nigel! CT -
Hi! Since I do mostly mashups and heavily modified or scratchbuilt cars... I end-up with LOTSA quality leftover parts. Might as well innovate a bit. Revell 41 Willys, with roof removed. Cowl and modified front opening hood from AMT's 36 Ford (cabrio option), with lower Willys hood section molded to fenders. Rescribed door lines. Ultra-thin acetate windshield. Rear seat and tulip panel/waterfall console from Foose's Eldorod, custom floor, rear tubs, ladder bar suspension & rear housing + coilovers. Scratchbuilt firewall, door panels, rear frame section, exhaust and radiator. Front frame section & powertrain from Eldorod, modified. Prowler rolling-stock, scratchbuilt discs & calipers. Roof narrowed & shortened from unknown 30's Cadillac. Tamya's sand beige, custom interior color mix & Testor's WetLook clear. My mom always said that you should know how to cook with your leftovers... Hours of fun with styrene! CT
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'30 Ford Coupe hot rod 'The Notso Special'
Claude Thibodeau replied to Rocking Rodney Rat's topic in Model Cars
Hi! Great results, very in tune with your mission statement... Bravo! I can remember when the 1/1 model As were a dime a dozen, because, everybody was looking for a 32. The beauties we left behind in search of the holy grail... Regrets, you say? CT -
JAG XK120 Kompressor : as a ProTouring concept
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Thank you Cliff! CT -
JAG XK120 Kompressor : as a ProTouring concept
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Thank you Sir! CT -
JAG XK120 Kompressor : as a ProTouring concept
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Thank you Anders! CT -
JAG XK120 Kompressor : as a ProTouring concept
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Hi Sonny! Thanks for the comments. Well, I suppose, if you could find one on this side of the pond... And then again, you'd probably get sued for madifyinbg a rare original. Oh well,,, CT -
64 Dodge D100 Pickup Pro Street
Claude Thibodeau replied to AmericanMuscleFan's topic in WIP: Drag Racing Models
Alas, I know... CT -
JAG XK120 Kompressor : as a ProTouring concept
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Thank you very much, Tom! CT -
64 Dodge D100 Pickup Pro Street
Claude Thibodeau replied to AmericanMuscleFan's topic in WIP: Drag Racing Models
Hi Mike! Funny! But I'm concerned that Francis keeps his hands in good shape. He needs the to turn out those formidable results that delight us on this forum. Most of you have to be satisfied with pictures. We here, in the Great White North, have the privilege of seeing his creation under our noses, right on the table! What a treat! I will try to convince him to attend the GSLMCC (on my bucket list) with a few of his masterpieces. It would make quite an impression, believe me! CT -
64 Dodge D100 Pickup Pro Street
Claude Thibodeau replied to AmericanMuscleFan's topic in WIP: Drag Racing Models
Hi Francis! Wow, spectacular minutia, as usual! Bravo! Now, the million $ question: like in most headers installation, will you cringe or cry when you have to "hammer" adjust them while trying to slip them in place on the truck? As a member of the busted knuckles club. I'm concerned for you well-being, my friend. Proceed with patience and care... CT -
SPOTTED! Experimental 58 Plymouth Cuda concept car...
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Hi Bill! Thank you for the comments. It's true, they mostly "fell in place", with a little convincing, of course. But "brilliant" ? Let's say lucky. A famous celebrity once said: " You must believe in the concept of luck. Otherwise, how could you explain the succes of people you don't like"... Have fun with styrene! CT -
JAG XK120 Kompressor : as a ProTouring concept
Claude Thibodeau replied to Claude Thibodeau's topic in Model Cars
Hi Oliver! Thank you for the comments. Please, go ahead! Those flowing designs were great to start with, so it is easier to do something nice. Actually, it is more what you take off the car. not what you add! Funny... CT