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Dominik: Danke. Harry: No, it's the Revell '48 custom. It comes with the top mildly chopped. Dr. C.: I'm very glad you like it. Thanks.

Thanks for the color shots and paint codes. Beautiful either way!

Thanks for the quick response, Marcos. I've made a note of it on the instruction sheet, so I don't forget by the time I actually get around to building it.

Bill said it best: "...put a big ol' smile on my face" That trailer is the shiznit! (can I say that here?) I Like the color combo' too.

Speaking of beautiful paint, what did you use on the engine. I've got one of these in the stash and I'd like to try to make it at least 10% as nice as yours. Oh, and can I be your friend?

The only problem I see is that you are encouraging the blatant, indisrcminate use of adjectives here. Nifty

You and Henry both got it right! I'm going to have a go at the turtleback as soon as I finish some other projects, and will be consulting these photos when I do. I know it kind of spoils the illusion, but would you mind posting some color shots?

Amazing building skills. I'm fascinated by the way you handled the rear cab wall. Would you consider showing us a step-by-step?

The weathering is... oh that's been said already. Well, your skills are... uh.. no that's been covered too. Dang! What they said then!

Josh: Welcome to the rodeo. I hope you enjoy the ride; you make some fine trucks yourself. Gluhead: Thanks for the link; I just bookmarked it.

Oh yeah! that is one NICE truck. There's not enough room here to list everything I love about it, but for critique: maybe tone down the chrome a bit with a semi gloss clear coat. Beautiful pictures, too. I would love to get a look at your lighting setup (that was a hint by the way).

Tell me more about this "mad mudder" kit which you have made such good use of. I neeeeed it!

Joe: Good call on the washers. I can probably punch some out of foil that will look O.K.. Thanks. Gluhead: I'm not familiar with the Marmon Herington. Any links handy? Hope you enjoy the ride, It should be fun. Todd: I'm not so much going for a hot rod look as just something that a mountain boy with more resourcefullness than resources might cobble together. ie...Function over style. James: I saw the Hermits' huntin' truck while I was looking for ideas for this project. I have in mind something very similar, yet slightly more "refined" (refinement being a relative concept ) P.S.; Thanks for checking out the '48. Glad you liked it.

Sam: Thank you! Bill: Thanks. And, actually, they're alittle too tight. The passenger door, which is the only one that opens fully, requires distortion of the quarter panel to get it open. (See #6 above ) Gluhead: You sound like a military modeler: Every error ends up being "battle damage" or a "field modification" Lorenzo: I agree. I had to separate the frame to correct error #4.3 and couldn't quite get it back the way it was. I'll have to try again at some point. Craig: I'm glad you do! Andrew: Thanks! David: Thank you. And if you do ever try military modeling, watch out for the "rivet counters" .

I may have misled some of you; Iv'e been building military models for a year or so, but this is my first completed civilian vehicle. Iv'e also got a 1:12 Bentley in the works, but I set it aside to build my skills before continuing. I really apreciate the positive feedback and kind comments. And yeah, it'll be sitting on the shelf with the doors open. B.T.W.: #8) Shiny is a lot harder than flat OD green.

I like the look of the '37, but around here 4 wheel drive rules the back roads. So I came up with the idea of combining Revells '37 Ford pickup with Linndbergs 4x4 flare side F150. First, the F150 frame required some "minor surgery". Almost there: Here's the frame, shortened 3/8" at the rear with the spring shackles moved forward about 1/4". The motor mounts were also moved up and back, as the body sits high on the frame. To support the bed, it was necessary to add cross bracing. In true mountain man fashion, this was accomplished with some stout timber and lag bolts. The "lag bolts" are 1mm simulated bolts from Scale Hardware. Now the bed (still under construction) has a nice solid foundation. I'll be adding angle iron brackets between the frame and the cross beams, but I haven't decided if they should be bolted or welded to the frame. Opinions? More coming soon.

This is a great thread. Nice builds (scale & 1:1). Now where can I find a '39 plymouth sedan, a '66 912, and a TR3?

Add me to the list of those who love the paint... and the clean, flawless build...and the detail on the blower ...and....and...

Here it is; my first, actual, completed car model ! (maybe) This was a real learning experience for me. The things I learned (in no particular order): 1) I do not like Testors spray can enamel. 2) I do like the Novus polishing products. 3) Cotton gloves make absolutely no difference if the paint isn't cured yet. 4) Do not apply pigment powders to the chassis of a completed model unless the interior is completely sealed. 5) Planning and organization could possibly be worthwhile after all. 6) I am not smarter than everybody else in the world, and could therefore, possibly learn from the experience of others with regard to such things as the design of hinges. This is just a sampling, and I am sure your critiques will reveal more errors that I can (hopefully) avoid in the future. That said, I thoroughly enjoyed this build. These are simply the things to be expected when stretching oneself. Wow! check out that gap at the top of the door. I just noticed that. One thing I'm not disapointed with is the embossed sill plates. As I said, this is what happens when you reach beyond your capabilities. Wait'll ya see what happens next time! All comments welcome.nd

That's beatiful. I, also, prefer show room stock, and you have done this one justice. The paint color on yours looks perfect; what did you use? (I recently picked up one of these kits as well but it has yet to make it to the workbench. )

I spent two years as head cook at a Christian retreat, cooking for 200-300 people at a time. After I left, I spent the next five years eating out . Since then, I've gotten back into cooking (on a much smaller scale). I love Indian food; Aloo saag is my favorite dish - spinach and potatoes seasoned with coriander, onions, green peppers and a touch of fresh ground cinnamon.

Glad I found this. I'm working on a '37 Ford backwoods beater at the momment, and this has given me some ideers!

I LIKE it! This is what trucks are for. You did a great job depicting the care worn character of a work-horse. I noticed, in the last photo, that the crane is absent; is it removeable or was this taken prior to completion? Oh, by the way, I'll be borrowing some inspiration here for my own "work horse".

Not true: We have Scrappletm Note: Scrapple is a registered trade mark of Dr. Cranky's Lab-Rat-ory (Ithink)

??? How can it ever be to late to start having fun?