Chuck Most Posted August 12, 2017 Posted August 12, 2017 This began with the '71 Ranger, I mixed and matched components from the other Moebius kits to get this down to a base model '70. I retained the '71's big block and auto, but the spares box coughed up a transfer case, front axle, and leaf springs. The wheels and tires came from Scenes Unlimited along with the hitch, while the Warn winch is an old KFS piece. For all the bellyaching I hear about warped hoods with this kit, this is only the second one I've gotten with one, and since this was a beater I didn't bother to try and straighten it because I liked the "tweaked" look. There's a CB unit, a dash mounted fan, and a brody knob on the steering wheel, too bad they're nearly impossible to see on the completed pickup. Really less pleased with my mirrors every time I look at them, so I might redo those at some point.
mikemodeler Posted August 12, 2017 Posted August 12, 2017 Nice job Chuck, really like the stance and those wheels really make it look the part. I am not surprised that you weathered this one, your skills are outstanding.
donb Posted August 13, 2017 Posted August 13, 2017 Nice job Chuck, really like the stance and those wheels really make it look the part. I am not surprised that you weathered this one, your skills are outstanding.x2
espo Posted August 14, 2017 Posted August 14, 2017 I always enjoy how you Michiganize your builds. That is quit a front bumper. Looks great.
Mercuryman54 Posted August 16, 2017 Posted August 16, 2017 Very good looking build. Definitely looks like a Michigan truck!
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted August 17, 2017 Posted August 17, 2017 Looks like the real deal!! I can almost hear the manifold gaskets leaking! Great work!!
Simon Posted August 17, 2017 Posted August 17, 2017 This is excellent, a perfect match of technique and subject matter. It looks like a tough old beast. Your weathered paintwork looks the business, can I ask how you achieved that finish? Great photography too.
Chuck Most Posted August 26, 2017 Author Posted August 26, 2017 Thanks guys! This is excellent, a perfect match of technique and subject matter. It looks like a tough old beast. Your weathered paintwork looks the business, can I ask how you achieved that finish? Great photography too. The finish was obtained with the good old salt technique and some sanding. I also used the end of a toothpick to add some random scratches. The "smudge" on the driver's side door is just that- a smudge from my thumb left there from me gently nudging the cab back onto the paint stand... I liked how it looked so I didn't fix it.
landman Posted August 26, 2017 Posted August 26, 2017 Fascinating what can be done with weathering. Love it.
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