Paul Payne

This one came together quite fast, even with changes to the- well- everything!

All of a sudden things began to really fall together, so- didn't get more in progress pix, but- it's done! Teaser pic here, more in under glass!

Great weathering and rescue of an old toy!

Thanks again, guys! Challenging but enjoyable. Had it in mind to build a larger speed boat than the AMT boat for years, finally got around to it, then decided I needed a trailer and tow vehicle- so the rest of the project!

The carving of the body buck is seriously impressive! How do you maintain symmetry?

Looking forward to more!

Really nice- I like your pick for the interior color-one of my favorites! Are you thinking of doing the boat to match?

That is the beautiful Ford spoon gas pedal- a most choice item for a hot rodder! The pic also displays a Gordon Schroeder sprint car steering assembly, another very choice goodie and used in the Doane Spencer roadster.

Some kits omit the gas pedal for some strange reason (or its molded into the floor). One brake pedal for automatic, 2 pedals for clutch and brake, always 3 pedals for a true hot rod, maybe a starter button.

Thanks much, Kit- always a Ford in a Ford! Getting the floor and side panels painted, and glued the rear end in place- working on the tube shocks now- cleanup and then a trial fit to see about final mounting. Also completed the Molotowing of the headers- don't know if I'm brave (or stupid enough) to try a little heat discoloration.............. Working on the engine's front end- things weren't square and my initial idea of hard pipes to the radiator wasn't working- going to try soft rubber tubing from a set of Betsy's ear buds which died- she gives me all kinds of stuff which might be useful, including jewelry wire and other stuff- nice to have a very supportive wife- but after all, she was sanding wood spoke wheels on a family project car when she was six!

Starting one of my Revell 29 Model A's. Decided to use a Ford 427 side oiler I have had lying around. Interesting fit challenges since the water pump and pulleys are longer than the nail head in the kit. The paint is not black primer, it's actually Testors gunmetal, which is a very dark slatey blue. It will be dull coated after some sanding to even it out. Thinking of black and sea blue for the interior, and a Hallock V windshield from Replicas and Miniatures. Also plan on using the Cobra headers which were stripped, filled, and sanded and are in process for Molotow chrome. The chassis has a Model A rear spring cross member grafted in and the front spring cross member was raised. I like the stance- the oil pan hangs low enough that we need some clearance so not too low, and definitely level. The wheels are ancient- got them in a box of parts and no idea what they are from- molded in metallic blue plastic with the old style brake drums molded to the backs.

Amazing scratch building and mold making- modeling at its best.

And- it actually just barely fit in the book case!

There is a thread in under glass for everyone's Model A builds.

Like this?

I can see why the hitch hiker did not want to sit in the truck- ouch!

Ditto for all the previous comments! This inspires me to build mine!

Make sure this one gets into the Model A thread!

Thanks, guys, the work paid off and that is always a good thing! Did a lot of new things but I was able to complete the project to my vision.

Start of a new project- Revell's Model A but with a 427 Ford instead of the nailhead. Front end will be lower by raising the front crossmember spring perch and possibly removing a leaf in the front spring. Color is Testors gunmetal- very dark slatey blue which will be dull coated after a little sanding. Frame an bottom of floor pans will be the same. Also using a chopped Deuce grille from Replicas and Miniatures.

Finally done- now I have to figure out where to display it dust free! Maybe in the barristers bookcase................

Truck, boat and trailer done! Teaser pic! More pix in under glass! Tim, please continue posting your progress here since this has become an enjoyable shared thread of info, pix and great ideas!

First of all, build them how you like! I personally like either no fenders or cycle fenders attached to the axles front and rear, not attached to the rear body, but that's just me. How about a well equipped flathead? Or are you going for a more updated engine? Remember, true hot rods have three pedals......................

Tim, I just noticed you live in Vermont- I'm a transplanted Yankee who grew up in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Encouragement is a big part of this hobby- thanks, Tim Boyd!

Tim, your woodworking skills blow me away, and that prop is great- I used fishing lure spinner propellers superglued together and tweeked the blade angles. Are the engines 3D printed? They look awesome already- can't wait to see them finished! The woodwork on the Chevy is amazing- all those curves- more even than the boat! This combo will be stunning! Keep up the great craftsmanship!