Perspect Scale Modelworks Posted April 9, 2018 Posted April 9, 2018 I'm finally calling this one done (for the most part). Revell's Foose Eldorod with modified hood, AMT '51 Bel Air roof and trunk lid, grill and wheels from a '53 Caddy diecast, Revell STS engine cover over an LS1, Olsen Brothers' resin skirts, painted with Testors Gloss Purple under Tamiya Pearl Clear. At some point I'll revisit the hood to make it fit the grill better and get the fender skirts to sit properly, but despite its flaws, overall I'm happy with it. Thanks for all the kind words and encouragement during the WIP and let me know what you think.
Merc-57 Posted April 9, 2018 Posted April 9, 2018 One word: Wowser. You've got a good eye for shapes... A very good eye
Perspect Scale Modelworks Posted April 9, 2018 Author Posted April 9, 2018 47 minutes ago, avidinha said: Nice job! I like the color. Thanks! 24 minutes ago, Merc-57 said: One word: Wowser. You've got a good eye for shapes... A very good eye That's what usually gets me in trouble with the wife. Thank you.
geewhiz Posted April 9, 2018 Posted April 9, 2018 She's gorgeous, Jay!!! All your conversion work flows beautifully!!! And...great photography as well!!!??????????
Richard Bartrop Posted April 9, 2018 Posted April 9, 2018 Very nice! That wouldn't look out of place on Motorama turntable.'
espo Posted April 9, 2018 Posted April 9, 2018 I followed your build and all your hard work really shows in the finished model. I like the "soft" color you chose for the finish and the interior looks perfect. I see what you mean about the grill to hood fit. I'm sure you'll figure out something good for that.
Robberbaron Posted April 10, 2018 Posted April 10, 2018 Wow! This is BY FAR my favorite build so far of this kit! You've pretty much improved or eliminated all of the Foose gimmicks that I disliked from the box stock version. Seeing this actually makes me consider getting one of these after all...
Spex84 Posted April 10, 2018 Posted April 10, 2018 Classy! I like the understated color and that Chevy roof, and the stock-style Caddy grille is a welcome addition. I agree the hood could use some massaging. Another prime example of how the Eldorod has tons of potential with a little strategic kitbashing!
TooOld Posted April 11, 2018 Posted April 11, 2018 Great looking Caddy and I love the color ! I don't understand why you're calling it done , why not just fix the hood and skirts now ?
bbowser Posted April 11, 2018 Posted April 11, 2018 Very nice work. I really like the Belair roof and trunklid on this, great proportions.
Belugawrx Posted April 11, 2018 Posted April 11, 2018 (edited) Very nice Modern engine suits it to a tee Cheers Edited April 11, 2018 by Belugawrx
Perspect Scale Modelworks Posted April 13, 2018 Author Posted April 13, 2018 (edited) Thanks guys, I'm glad some folks like it as much as I do. On 4/11/2018 at 9:03 AM, TooOld said: I don't understand why you're calling it done , why not just fix the hood and skirts now ? Blame it on my A.D.D. Like so many other builds I get to point where I just want to get it done and move on to the other 5 or 6 projects on the bench. I also wanted to have it finished in time for last weeks show in Tampa, which by the way was a great show with some utterly phenomenal builds. I'm trying to get myself to the point of focusing on 1 build at a time so they are truly finished but with so much going on in life it would take years to finish one project. But maybe that's what it takes to get to the next level. Thanks again! Edited April 13, 2018 by Perspective Customs
RAMBENNA Posted April 13, 2018 Posted April 13, 2018 WOW a real work of art , looks fabulous. great color
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