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I've been wanting to build a 63 roadster for some time, and when I saw a red one red one in an original sales brochure, I found my inspiration. It's the old AMT reissue and it shows it's age. It's very simplified when compared to more recent kits, but it can build up nicely. I made a few minor changes and additions and am pleased with the result.Hope you all like it.
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Wild Tow
2doors3pedals replied to modelcarbuildermag.com's topic in Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Roy, this isn't a little different - it's REALLY different and a unique approach to the mundane tow vehicle. It's beautifully designed and executed. This is the rig for towing a custom bodied French beauty from the 30's back to the estate. I love it! -
'73 Dodge 2WD step side
2doors3pedals replied to 2doors3pedals's topic in Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Thanks for the compliments everyone. AJ - I agree. I was 27 when these trucks were new and I can't remember anyone calling them "Utilines" except the salesmen at the dealership. I thought about using the correct name in my description, but decided on the generic term instead. "Utiline" doesn't exactly roll off the tongue... -
This is a '73 Dodge 100 half ton 2WD 6 cylinder step side made from combining the MPC '78 long bed front suspension, an MPC '78 Fire Fighter 4WD Dodge, and Best Model Parts '73 hood and grill. I used the slant 6 from a Lindbergh '64 Dodge to complete this base model pickup. These parts all mixed well as the chassis are set up for either 2WD or 4WD. Paint is Rustolium Moss Green satin with Rusto clear gloss over coat. The hubcaps are painted silver and most chrome was dull coated. I weathered it just a little with Tamiya powders for a slightly used look. The biggest challenge for my 74 year old fingers was making the tailgate chains and latches. Other than that it was a pretty easy conversion and a lot of fun.
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Largest kit box ever?
2doors3pedals replied to OldNYJim's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
This is a big one - Heller 1/8 scale Citroen 15. 33" x 21" x 5". I'm going to need a much bigger work bench! -
Beautiful El Camino! Nice to see a stock version for a change. Regarding the hinges - I gave up on them and just glue doors and such closed. Unless you're building a contest model, is that feature really important? Your build inspires me to move mine up the "next one" list. Nice work.
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AMT '60 Ford Pickup
2doors3pedals replied to 2doors3pedals's topic in Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Thanks for the kind words guys. I had intended to reverse the colors (blue sides, white hood) but once I started the masking process age and dyslexia changed that notion... it will be interesting to see what my work looks like in another 10 years! -
I'm so pleased to have a '60 p.u. available again, at a reasonable price. I've regretted selling the original I once had ever since. This is a very well engineered kit and a pleasure to build. It has a few shortcomings (engine and chassis) but it sure looks right. I used Tamiya paints and only kit parts. Masking the two-tone around the cab was challenging!
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Post your truck mockups.
2doors3pedals replied to Mike C.'s topic in WIP: Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Resin Model Ranch's web site directs us to email them (rmr@gmail.com) to inquire about availability and time frame for parts listed as not available. I have found them to be responsive and reliable. Good luck! -
Post your truck mockups.
2doors3pedals replied to Mike C.'s topic in WIP: Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Model Car Ranch has the facia and grill parts. The item is listed as out of stock, but you can still order one. Please post some photos of your project when it's finished. -
I always enjoy these end of the year posts, so I'm sharing mine. It was a fulfilling year in my life time hobby.
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I always enjoy these end of the year posts, so I'm sharing mine. It was a fulfilling year in my life time hobby.
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Revell ‘71 Ford Bronco
2doors3pedals replied to NOBLNG's topic in Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
Nice work. You have captured the essence of the first generation Bronco well. I'm inspired to pull mine out of the box and get it going. -
I've finally finished my '55 Step Side. I like them shiny and this one is Rustoleum Hunter Green with white top and wheels. The cab started as a Cameo Carrier, the bed is from the '65, and the 6 is from a '60. Yes, I took the long way.... The wheels are from Rookie Resins with generic, but close enough, hub caps from Parts by Parks. Other than fiddling with mismatched components, I added scratch built tailgate chains, opened the back of the grill and used a Scale Motorsports decal to the seat. I'm mostly pleased with the result, but wish my eyes and fingers were younger! Thanks for looking.
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Post pics of your six cylinder engines!
2doors3pedals replied to Lucius Molchany's topic in Model Cars
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Thank you all for the kind words. Glad you like it. I enjoyed this one and am considering building several of the great old Trophy Series models. They are still very cool!
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1960 Chevrolet C10
2doors3pedals replied to espo's topic in Model Trucks: Pickups, Vans, SUVs, Light Commercial
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I've been around long enough to have bought new 1958 AMT kits at the local corner store. On occasion during the past 65 years I have imagined building the chopped top 25 T hot rod, but just never got around to it. I have finally rectified that situation with a version of what I think a '70s style show rod might have looked like. It's mostly built out of the box, but I used the 6 carb manifold from an earlier issue, and wheels and tires from the parts box. The kit chassis is a fiddly one, but I managed to lower it just a little. Tamiya paint and some minor wiring and fuel and brake lines were added. The old survivor in the background was found on ebay, so it doesn't count. It's likely how mine would have looked in 1960 or so. It feels good to finally have this one on the shelf.
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I made this as a replica of a truck I owned years ago. I bought it from my best friend Paul, used it as my every day for a few years and then gave it to my son when he started driving. The cab is an MPC '78 long bed on a Little Red Express chassis with a resin short bed. I've added side moldings and some minor engine detailing. It took three paint jobs to find the right puppy red color for the top half. The wheels are from a Mobius ford kit and match the Mohawk chrome ones on the real truck. It was a fun build and brings back many good memories. Hope you like it.
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I too have a 6 cylinder Camero in the works. It will be a replica of my wife's high school ride. Hers was a '68 with a floor shifted 3 speed. She claims she could beat anyone on the stop light gran prix - for the first 25 feet anyway. I agree with the other posts above that it's fun to see a different take on an over done subject. These were very common back in the day.