SpeedShift Posted March 2, 2023 Author Share Posted March 2, 2023 Thanks for the encouragement. I'm not going to be able to make an exact replica of Tony's 22Jr., but definitely will be an inspired version from the era. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted March 2, 2023 Author Share Posted March 2, 2023 (edited) Pulled the components and did a loose trial fit of the components - to evaluate what is remaining to do to finish. I need to add details: engine: water hoses, wiring, fuel pump, magneto/distributor, blower pulleys, drive shaft interior: seat belts, steering wheel and guages, roll bar, fire extinguisher, frame: tie rods, radius rods front and back, drag link to steering arm, push bars body: toneau cover and supports, grille art, Painting: There was some hanger rash on the frame (stupid me- I left some paint masking tape on the frame and it left an impression in the surface). Need some touch up on the salt flat moon discs as they have scratches, and some touch up in various places. Edited March 2, 2023 by SpeedShift 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
styromaniac Posted March 6, 2023 Share Posted March 6, 2023 Nice paint job...is that some variety of red in the Tamiya rattle can line? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted March 6, 2023 Share Posted March 6, 2023 This is a very cool project. I've always dug the car, and I really prefer to build "inspired-by" stuff, because then I can incorporate items that I think are cool, that fit the time period, but aren't proper for a replica. Nice work, Jim! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted March 11, 2023 Author Share Posted March 11, 2023 On 3/5/2023 at 8:45 PM, styromaniac said: Nice paint job...is that some variety of red in the Tamiya rattle can line? I'll have to check...I think it is airbrushed thinned Tamiya bottle paint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted March 11, 2023 Author Share Posted March 11, 2023 On 3/6/2023 at 3:16 AM, Straightliner59 said: This is a very cool project. I've always dug the car, and I really prefer to build "inspired-by" stuff, because then I can incorporate items that I think are cool, that fit the time period, but aren't proper for a replica. Nice work, Jim! Thanks. Truth is...I'm not skilled enough to do an exact replica. LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted March 11, 2023 Share Posted March 11, 2023 5 hours ago, SpeedShift said: Thanks. Truth is...I'm not skilled enough to do an exact replica. LOL I might respectfully disagree!🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterNNL Posted March 27, 2023 Share Posted March 27, 2023 (edited) Absolutely amazing project with Superb details and show winning craftsmanship. Everything is in correct proportion and well balanced. When finished it will be one that one could at for a long time and continue to see new things. Congrats! Edited March 27, 2023 by misterNNL Forgotten word Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted October 13, 2023 Author Share Posted October 13, 2023 (edited) Calling this done. Edited October 13, 2023 by SpeedShift 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bytownshaker Posted October 13, 2023 Share Posted October 13, 2023 Excellent build Jim, so period correct. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted October 13, 2023 Author Share Posted October 13, 2023 3 hours ago, bytownshaker said: Excellent build Jim, so period correct. Thank you, happy to finish this one and go to the next one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 Whoa...NICE !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 Pretty sharp looking 29 Roadster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted October 14, 2023 Author Share Posted October 14, 2023 21 hours ago, bytownshaker said: Excellent build Jim, so period correct. Thank you, happy to finish this one and go to the next one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 Fantastic job! Captures the essence of its inspiration, beautifully. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tim boyd Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 On 10/13/2023 at 4:21 PM, SpeedShift said: Calling this done. Jim...congrats on your project and on finishing it too! Particularly impressed with your interior work and scratch built portions. Big Congrats from this corner....TIM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted October 14, 2023 Author Share Posted October 14, 2023 47 minutes ago, tim boyd said: Jim...congrats on your project and on finishing it too! Particularly impressed with your interior work and scratch built portions. Big Congrats from this corner....TIM Tim, thank you! Great to hear from "da man himself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted October 14, 2023 Author Share Posted October 14, 2023 21 hours ago, Ace-Garageguy said: Whoa...NICE !!! Much thanks, great to hear from you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted October 14, 2023 Author Share Posted October 14, 2023 1 hour ago, Straightliner59 said: Fantastic job! Captures the essence of its inspiration, beautifully. Thanks Daniel, - it took me awhile, but feels good to finish it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted October 14, 2023 Author Share Posted October 14, 2023 10 hours ago, Zippi said: Pretty sharp looking 29 Roadster. Much thanks Bob. There were some setbacks along the way, - but got her done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted October 23, 2023 Author Share Posted October 23, 2023 (edited) Interesting thing happened when I entered this roadster in a local show last weekend. With four awards available (1st 2nd 3rd and OTB) and only five entries in the category (all Top Fuel rail jobs), I figured I might get some recognition. Surprise...it got nothing. The 1st place also got an OTB award. I think I have more time and effort in just the scratch built supercharger, the scratch built interior, or even front tubular shocks than the other entries. While we all know judging can be and is usually subjective, I'm wondering if the trend is away from scratch building and detailing (what with all the aftermarket parts out there) and going more to just a basic build. Edited October 24, 2023 by SpeedShift Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R. Thorne Posted October 23, 2023 Share Posted October 23, 2023 You’re a winner in my book. Don’t be disheartened, your attention to detail and accuracy is admirable, though some call that rivet counting. Outstanding model and something to be proud of. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted October 23, 2023 Author Share Posted October 23, 2023 13 minutes ago, R. Thorne said: You’re a winner in my book. Don’t be disheartened, your attention to detail and accuracy is admirable, though some call that rivet counting. Outstanding model and something to be proud of. Thank you. I got back into building model cars partly due to the nostalgic factor...there are some great resources now for builders that are interested in the "historic" aspect of the Hot Rod. I find the modern street machine subject or corporation dragster not as challenging as the post WWII back yard hot rod or the sixties drag strip subject, or Muroc/El Mirage dry lakes era. Requires a bit more effort to get a "period accurate" build. But we all have our interests and it's all good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milo1303s Posted October 23, 2023 Share Posted October 23, 2023 Great build love it !! ? How old were the contenders at this show you went too ! lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedShift Posted October 23, 2023 Author Share Posted October 23, 2023 (edited) 18 hours ago, milo1303s said: Great build love it !! ? How old were the contenders at this show you went too ! lol Contenders, in this category, ........they were late 30s to middle aged. The four other cars were decent builds, even if they were strictly kits, or Out of The Box. I was told one of the three judges, an older guy, dominated discussion and that could tend to sway results if the others stay quiet. I filled out the list on the entry form as required so that the build effort as compared to an OTB would be known, but who knows if judges read everything, particularly at the end of the day - which it was, - and there were a lot of models to judge in the tight timeline. I built this 29-highboy roadster for me.....and I'm pleased with the result. But I will be considering whether I want to drive all the way to a distant contest in the future based on my experience. Maybe I'm just not on the same page as most of the modelers of the current trend in scale auto modeling that are attending contests. Edited October 24, 2023 by SpeedShift Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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