Paul Payne

Haven't been take pix lately, here are some updates.

Finally got around to photographing the engine and interior- the interior is hard to see with the chopped top.

Thanks for sharing- plenty of inspiration there!

Superb!

Please pm me with more info on the Ardun flat head with the S.C.o.T. blower- such as price?

Forgot my camera- pix would be great!

Looks good- did you change the tires?

Every one a winner! Can't go wrong with a Deuce!

Guys, thanks for the tips! Rally appreciate the input!

Amen to the quick fix pack, used more than once! I have cut up sweatshirt material and a lot of foam rubber, but just never tried to pack anything as large as the trailer and boat- will try a shallow storage tub since I don't have a clear container that large.

Any tips, techniques, etc. you might want to share- will be attempting to transport a larger than usual model (actually models). The bout can be removed and set on a display stand.

Another one- learned the hard way you can't spray clear over Molotow..................................................

Betsy and I currently have 3 cats and 2 little pooches- the model room door is always closed! My biggest oh @#$% moment always involves paint!

Nice vintage tool! Good gripping handle for control.

I too am a fan of Norm's work and have many of his parts- looks like you modified a 4bbl manifold for 4 carbs.

And then there is nose, deck, and shave- basically removing all lettering, emblems, trim, and factory decoration, and dechroming, which usually meant painting chrome trim (light bezels, etc.) the same color as the body.

Misha, is that a 4 carb manifold? If so, did your buy it or build it?

Eric, that's where its from, the only kit with that style and set up. One of my go to favorites.

Thanks again! The wheels are the Kelsey Hayes wires from the Revell 32 Ford sedan. No idea what the tires were from. Still want to get more pix posted.

Worked on assembling the interior, also did sanding on the rear- more needed! Will seal, then fine sand. Also made adjustments to the engine carbs to actually fit into the engine compartment! Putty seems to need so much sanding and sealing to look really smooth.

I wanted to use the original issue custom cat's eye front end for awhile, also wanted a continental kit and an upgraded custom interior as well. Power will be an Ardun flathead, so no lead sled here! Rear fenders were extended and the continental tire holder molded in. The hood was modified for more of a bull nosed look. The seat inserts were cut from several seats I had on hand with no particular plans for- until inspiration struck! The suspension is lowered, and both fishtail pipes and side pipes will be used. Rear skirts from a 61 Lincoln Continental will be used. Lots of sanding to do yet before any primer is applied. Final finish will be flat ruby suede.

I'll try to get an interior and engine shot soon.

Thanks!

Charles, it really is amazing what you can do with junk...................!

Finished at last, just need a license plate!