It looks like you already had a very nice looking build going in. I'm glad to see you got the front tires centered in the opening. This is a problem for the 1:1 truck also.
Looks great. I think this is what they mean by making a "silk purse out of a pigs ear" . Great job on the wood graining, and I know of what you speak about Testers paint. Great colors but hard to work with. Does it ever really dry ??
I remember the magazine article you mentioned. This build is outstanding in every way you can think of. The parts you crafted look real in every way. I'd like to see any additional information you can share about the upholstery for the seats and door panels.
Ah the '60's. The frames and inner wheel wells were painted white. Even the interior pedal mechanisms were painted white. We used to call it "Sanitary", what ever.
You might want to look in the After Market/Resin section on the Forum. There is a list of many suppliers who may have just what you're looking for, and maybe some items you didn't even realize that you needed.
Always keep some cash hidden in the house somewhere just in case of something like this. If banks get hacked or the power grid goes down how are you going to buy a beer when you need one, think about it. Like a Boy Scout be prepared.
I followed your build and everything you did to the appearance of the truck. As everyone else has pointed out you nailed it on the appearance. I liked going back and looking at all the little details, just amazing.
Very clean sharp looking build. I feel much like Bill Geary in that this is not my type of build, but I also appreciate the effort on the detailing of the engine and the chassis.