alan barton Posted April 15, 2018 Share Posted April 15, 2018 So here she is. Obviously I didn't built it in five days but I get sidetracked on projects sometimes so I thought I would wait til it was nearly done before posting build photos. Overall, I am quite happy with the finished project. It matches the picture in my head and I think it reflects the era, even if it has a more contemporary colour scheme. I think it would look right at home at Pleasanton. I enjoyed the fact that I used nearly all of the original kit parts (not counting the oddball Beverley Hillbillies bits.) Since taking the photos there are a few things I need to go back and fix. Originally I planned to use the stock Olds windshield but it just stuck up way too high. It is a beautiful piece, however, so rather than cut it down I am going to save it for a future T bucket project. Instead, I cut down an AMT 32 roadster windshield frame. This is an ugly piece that you would never use on a Deuce but with a bit of work it seems to suit the Olds. As the photos show however, the fit isn't as precise as I first thought so I need to go back and fix that. Finally, I chose to leave the wire wheels in the plastic they were molded in but as I still have a spare one, I think I will experiment with some washes to see if I can get rid of the plastic look. I've also noticed that a front tyre has popped askew on its rim. Need to fix that, as well as a plug lead that has popped off. Hey, new rods always have teething problems, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike 51 Posted April 15, 2018 Share Posted April 15, 2018 Very clever....and very nicely built! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
falcon wagon Posted April 15, 2018 Share Posted April 15, 2018 Very well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peter31a Posted April 15, 2018 Share Posted April 15, 2018 Very sharp! Love seeing this era of car being built up as she may have been in the day. Kudos! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted April 15, 2018 Share Posted April 15, 2018 I like it. Don't often see this kit built in any form. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D. Battista Posted April 15, 2018 Share Posted April 15, 2018 35 minutes ago, bbowser said: Don't often see this kit built in any form. Very true...! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 NICE!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Macleod Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Oh...so cool. That is excellent. I like everything about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donb Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 10 minutes ago, Eric Macleod said: Oh...so cool. That is excellent. I like everything about it. Agree! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Nice! Love the turtle deck and the fact you kept the stock four-banger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted April 16, 2018 Share Posted April 16, 2018 Turned out perfect. I followed your build on this and I like the way you worked thru it. The skinny tires bring it back to a much earlier time, and I like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelbuilder Mark Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 Unusual project, very nicely done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milo1303s Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 Sweet little Hot Rod ya got there !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Metallic Posted April 18, 2018 Share Posted April 18, 2018 Looks great with the fenders and turtle deck. Nice color too. The improvements you mentioned to the wheels will only improve an already good looking ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan barton Posted April 19, 2018 Author Share Posted April 19, 2018 Thanks everyone. I took a bit of a risk on this one so it is nice to see so many people appreciate it. When I get the improvements done I will be sure to post an update. Cheers Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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