bobthehobbyguy Posted March 31, 2018 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Nice work on the top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKerry Posted March 31, 2018 Share Posted March 31, 2018 Nice!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldcarfan27 Posted April 4, 2018 Share Posted April 4, 2018 On 3/25/2018 at 2:48 PM, James2 said: So far, 32 Ford frame, Flintstone body, Dodge Red Ram engine and sectioned 58 Chevy tail piece. Got a lot to do but I will try to focus while gathering parts for this one... I like the idea for the bed, but may I suggest flattening out the trunk area - it looks a little lumpy to me. The roof is a good call. Now how about using the Impala headlights or using the turn signals for the headlights to complete the theme. Impala steering wheel is a natural for this too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted April 4, 2018 Author Share Posted April 4, 2018 Thanks Pat, the hump stays, I'm liking the roof also. I have a plan for the grill and will disclose when mocked up. Haven't given the interior any thought yet but I am working on the suspension, trying to get it up on shoes... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psychographic Posted April 4, 2018 Share Posted April 4, 2018 2 hours ago, Oldcarfan27 said: I like the idea for the bed, but may I suggest flattening out the trunk area - it looks a little lumpy to me. I was going to suggest the same thing when I first saw this, but I've never seen a model James has built that I didn't love how it looked when done. I figured I'd just wait to see him work his magic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted April 9, 2018 Author Share Posted April 9, 2018 Just mocking up one option... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRIPTROIT 71 Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 I like the idea! Nice work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 Don't know the other option(s) but like this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Metallic Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 On 4/8/2018 at 7:48 PM, James2 said: Just mocking up one option... That's on the money right there. Killer stance. I vote for leaving the hump in the back. And that top is a great idea(nice job taping of the roof vent to preserve it while sanding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GerN Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 Is the trim around the taillight area close enough to the roof side angle to partially duplicate there? Also wondering about continuing the rear fender trim accent around the body. Not sure about the exaggerated front axle hanger - seems to hide too much grille. This design is coming together beautifully! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted April 10, 2018 Author Share Posted April 10, 2018 I am hoping to tie the chrome trim in some how. Axle hanger is just roughed out not attached to anything. I have several other grill options to try before things get fastened. Thanks for the comments... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBLNG Posted April 10, 2018 Share Posted April 10, 2018 (edited) Edited April 10, 2018 by NOBLNG Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Minarick Posted April 11, 2018 Share Posted April 11, 2018 Really like this! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Dedo Posted April 11, 2018 Share Posted April 11, 2018 What's the name of that fellow out east that built quite a few of these types of constructs? Augie something, anyway , he was always putting old and new together. Mustangs and '32 Fords. Corvettes and '27 Ford Coupes. Great eye for proportion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted April 15, 2018 Author Share Posted April 15, 2018 Mocked up another option for the grill. Been out of town again and not much time available at the bench, but it is rainy and cool today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted April 21, 2018 Author Share Posted April 21, 2018 (edited) I came up with this option before leaving for work last weekend... The pencil line represents what could be chrome trim. I like this grill just fine. Edited May 2, 2018 by James2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterNNL Posted April 21, 2018 Share Posted April 21, 2018 Now if there was just someway to work a piece of that '58 into the grille/radiator shell design........HMMMMM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted April 22, 2018 Share Posted April 22, 2018 I concur on using part of the 58 for the front grill. The last two options don't really suit the roof and rear piece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted April 22, 2018 Author Share Posted April 22, 2018 I may have something in mind... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldcarfan27 Posted April 22, 2018 Share Posted April 22, 2018 On 4/21/2018 at 3:44 AM, James2 said: I'm liking this shot. Car has a reclined, leaned back stance to it. Like it's saying "I'm cool and I know it" This car would be a drive-in hit! I think quad headlights would give it an early 60s vibe. Put down low just above the springs on either side of the radiator shell, they would emphasize the wide track of the axle perfectly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercuryman54 Posted April 23, 2018 Share Posted April 23, 2018 Watching!! I like the progress so far! Keep at it! Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dino246gt Posted April 23, 2018 Share Posted April 23, 2018 This is so cool and I agree with y'all for suggestion some '58 Chevy influence on the front grill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2 Posted April 28, 2018 Author Share Posted April 28, 2018 (edited) After a week of processing and one rainy day, I may be on to something. Still need to work in the head lights but... What do you think? Edited May 2, 2018 by James2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted April 28, 2018 Share Posted April 28, 2018 I think it matches the rest of the car. Looking forward to seeing how you add the lights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcarfan Posted April 29, 2018 Share Posted April 29, 2018 I'm watching to see what you do, looking good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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