pack rat Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Some recent discussion on another thread inspired me to dig this one out and clean it up. I decided to post some pics as there aren't a lot of images out there of this golden oldie (at least not that I could find). It was purchased as a built-up many years ago and restored. I wasn't a big fan of the custom wheels that came with the kit, and I felt that the Monogram wheel/tire combo (Lil Coffin or Little Deuce..?) looked like they belonged. I also wanted to alter the stance a bit, so I swapped the somewhat chunky-looking straight front axle with a dropped axle from the scrap box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 (edited) Double cool.I've only ever seen this thing two ways...either a horrible gluebomb, or an unbuilt kit. You've done a fine job, especially considering it's a resto. Edited November 16, 2017 by Ace-Garageguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Very nice! You can be especially proud of this resto. No, the whole style isn't my thing at all, but it's a nice job and it's obvious that you restored it with much care and much skill. You done good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Looks great!Been busy with the restoration of a glue bomb forever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernard Kron Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 The mod to the stance and the swap out of the rolling stock really pay off, as does the fine detail work with all the plumbing and wiring. Impressive stuff and the result is sort of an idealized version of what AMT, and no doubt the original builder, had in mind. It really adds a lot to the basic kit build, as subtle as these changes might seem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldnslow Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Best looking version I've seen , like the change in rolling stock and the rake really helps . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxer Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 This really looks good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DumpyDan Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Looking good Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Myers Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Like your build.Like to see the kit reissued as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Metallic Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Just illustrates how a change in rolling stock can really change any vehicle. This is one of the nicest builtups of this kit I've seen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Very cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Looks great! Stance and wheels are just right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donb Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Beautifully done. Perfect color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spex84 Posted November 16, 2017 Share Posted November 16, 2017 Sweet! I love late 50s to mid 60s custom rods, and this kit is a perfect example of the look...but your modifications have given it the refinement it always needed.As with Ace, I've generally only seen these as butchered gluebombs or complete kits (both selling for way too much!)Gotta love those finned plug covers, and the finned coils molded into the firewall. I like the coiled master cylinder plumbing!Thanks for the photos, it's great to see this fairly elusive model in well-built detail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PARTSMARTY Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Absolutely gorgeous !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mredjr Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Great job!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Caballo Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 SO bitchin'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Cool. Nicely done. Any pictures of the unrestored model? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggie427 Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Great job on the resto/improvements. I never owned this kit and didn’t realize it had a nice Nailhead (with finned spark plug covers) ! Was the side trim glued to the body or was it molded that way ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Metallic Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Great job on the resto/improvements. I never owned this kit and didn’t realize it had a nice Nailhead (with finned spark plug covers) ! Was the side trim glued to the body or was it molded that way ?Fender flares are separate parts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt T. Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Just illustrates how a change in rolling stock can really change any vehicle. This is one of the nicest builtups of this kit I've seen.x2! Best build of this kit that I’ve seen. Beautiful save! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pack rat Posted November 18, 2017 Author Share Posted November 18, 2017 Cool. Nicely done. Any pictures of the unrestored model?Thanks for all of the comments.I wish I had "before" pics, but I don't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Darby Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 The mod to the stance and the swap out of the rolling stock really pay off, as does the fine detail work with all the plumbing and wiring. Impressive stuff and the result is sort of an idealized version of what AMT, and no doubt the original builder, had in mind. It really adds a lot to the basic kit build, as subtle as these changes might seem.I'll second that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted November 19, 2017 Share Posted November 19, 2017 Looks super nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrucha Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 Cool build. The wheel/tire combo really make the car stand out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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