1955 Big Block Truck

[Bills72sj]

DANG! That is sweet! motor stance, wheels front axle EVERYTHING! Following.

[Lorne]

 Hey 89 AKurt

This kicked the heck out of me, combining all the parts!! Tried to simulate photo's on line. A little bit of a challenge. This is the last of R&D Unique in my parts box (darn),  The lead is so soft (good from far) If any one is 3D printing or Resin casting this stuff, let me know!!

Edited April 26, 2020 by Lorne
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[1930fordpickup]

Lorne this look very nice. 

[AmericanMuscleFan]

That's a very nice detailed front suspension/detection setup Lorne!  All the effort invested pays-off and will bring this build to another level!  You nailed it my friend!!!

[NOBLNG]

Fantastically detailed! I saw the pics the other day, but now the last 3 have disappeared!☹️ It just says “clipper.jpeg”.

Edited April 27, 2020 by NOBLNG

[Lorne]

updated photos of mustang II clip

[NOBLNG]

Does that rack actually steer the wheels? I would not be surprised if you said yes.?

[doggie427]

2 hours ago, Lorne said:

updated photos of mustang II clip

This is quite amazing ?

[Lorne]

Well, I found a way to install a sway bar for the lower 'A' arms, but if it has the slightest chance of wrecking this,...then maybe not?? Getting a little crazy but I do like the challenge. Estimated 40+hours into this. double posted photo's, one to many "clicks"

 Thanks for the kind words

L

[NOBLNG]

Where did you get the brake rotors and calipers from if you don’t mind me asking? Are the rotors photo etched?

Thanks, Greg.

[Lorne]

Hey Greg

the calipers and rotors are from Future Attraction Yes! rotors are photo etched

cool stuff!!

 

 

[Ace-Garageguy]

Some serious goodness going on here. The fluid lines on the steering rack, the coil-overs, and the scale-thickness and vented/drilled brake rotors really pump up the realism.

Nice work taking the time and making the effort to dial in the stance dead-on early in the game, too.

I see a lot of otherwise great models spoiled because the stance ends up dorky, after being rushed and slopped together during the mockup phase.

[Lorne]

Thanks Ace-Garageguy! Ford 9" inch 4 link next. Another test fit photo. showing the contrast between black and Hot Pink. I do have to modify the oil pan, Big Block needs to tuck in a little lower.

Thanks for your comments

 

[AmericanMuscleFan]

Very nice set-up Lorne!  The front direction/suspension set-up looks fantastic along with this superb big block!  I understand your situation regarding the oil pan adjustment... I was forced to do the same thing on my pickup (a couple of time...).  Things like that happen often with high detailed build like your pick-up, that's not a box stock build...  Keep doing your great work!!!

[Lorne]

Hey Francis

Gulp!! time to "re-adjust" make it fit!!! it'll work out  I feel like a back yard mechanic!! HA!

Yo keep us going DOG!

Western Canuck

 

[AmericanMuscleFan]

You're right Lorne, backyard mechanic but just 25 time smaller than the real thing... Every cut or file stroke progresses in the part 25 time faster too so we must be very carefull... But I'm pretty confident about your potentiel my friend!!!

Eastern Habs

[GoatGuy]

Wow! Looks awesome. 

[Codi]

Francis was right Lorne.  You're a heckuva talent and this build deserves a higher level of interest / eyeballs.  I'll be sure to follow along and can't wait for your next post.  cheers, tim

[Lorne]

Well if that doesn't give me the motivation coming from you guys!! Thank you Boys!!! Trying to catch up to you both well,..... I will wait for your next post.

Thanks for the comments!!

L

[Lorne]

Been a long time getting back to the bench! not much to yak about other than gotta pre-paint stuff before some assembly happens. Constant "test fitting" to get that stance just right, but I think this will work?? 

Small update, but thanks!

[AmericanMuscleFan]

I am glad to see you back at the bench Lorne!   All progress is good, even if it seems insignificant and testing the fit over and over again for the best possible results is the right way to go!  That differential looks amazing, I love what your doing my friend!!!

[OldNYJim]

That steering rack and clip looks amazing - GREAT work!  

[Lorne]

Thanks CabDriver

treating each part as a model in itself then hopefully the plan comes together!!

 

 

 

[AmericanMuscleFan]

18 hours ago, Lorne said:

Thanks CabDriver

treating each part as a model in itself then hopefully the plan comes together!!

The right way of thinking and the right attitude to achieve exceptional results.  You prove it with this magnificent build!

[dino246gt]

Wow, I love that gigantic dime!  Seriously though it all looks 1:1, so realistic and expertly done, I love it!! Light tan leather?