Raul_Perez Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 Though I've posted several of my builds throughout the year, to celebrate my first year on the best modeling forum on the internet, these are the ones that were finished in '08: First was the '43 Willys Gasser pickup. It's a combination of the Model King reissued Revell body on top of the newer Revell '41 Willys coupe chassis and drivetrain. The custom '58 Impala was one that almost never got completed. After several failed attempts, I sorted out the interior and got input from several of you on the tire and wheel combination before I settled on the Pegasus Big & Little Chrome T's. Then I built this 40 Ford pickup diorama for my friend Jerry Cardinal. He often told me how much he wanted a 1:1 40 Ford pickup. This was as close as I could come towards granting his wish. After building Jerry's pickup, I turned my attention towards the Avanti salt flat racer that I build for our friend Clay Jones. It was done to show him how to make brass door and hood hinges. I'm glad to say that he's used this example to hinge several of his own projects. Then there was the somewhat controversial "Raptor". It was built as a modern day tribute to Ed Roth. The matching hauler and trailer should be done within the next few weeks. Lastly for '08 is something that I built for the upcoming NNL West in March. This is the Future Rat; built as a look forward about 50+ years to what a hotrod from our current time might look like if it's not properly preserved. Thanks to all of you for your the builds that you shared with all of us, and the support and inspiration that you all continually provide. Lastly, thanks to Gregg for providing the best model car forum on the internet! Later,
chris coller Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 I like the 58 Impala. That looks sweet. Something about cars that sit low!
RodBurNeR Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 I remember seeing some of these on TRaK. The Avanti is probably my favorite, it looks just right! All nice builds, good year too!
Dennis Lacy Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 I, for one, always enjoy seeing your builds, Raul. No matter how many times, they never get old. Absolutely LOVE the Willy's PU and have since I saw in-progress shot's of it. The paint scheme is soo bitchin'! Can't wait to see what you come up with this year!
outlaw035 Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 raul my friend u had a fantastic year of builds cant wait to see what 09 has to bring from u...congrats....neal
Raul_Perez Posted January 2, 2009 Author Posted January 2, 2009 I like the 58 Impala. That looks sweet. Something about cars that sit low! Yeah...there's just something really cool about a long and low car!! I remember seeing some of these on TRaK. The Avanti is probably my favorite, it looks just right! All nice builds, good year too! Thanks, Bob! I really like your site, but much of my more recent work falls outside of the guidelines of what you allow to be posted. Keep up the GREAT work on the TRaK site and I'll be sure to post my next build that fits your criteria. Later,
Raul_Perez Posted January 2, 2009 Author Posted January 2, 2009 I, for one, always enjoy seeing your builds, Raul. No matter how many times, they never get old. Absolutely LOVE the Willy's PU and have since I saw in-progress shot's of it. The paint scheme is soo bitchin'! Can't wait to see what you come up with this year! Thanks, Dennis!! If you can make your way to Santa Clara for the NNL West in March, you can see it in person! raul my friend u had a fantastic year of builds cant wait to see what 09 has to bring from u...congrats....neal Thanks, Neal!! I was hoping to see you're '35 Chevy coupe finished and Under Glass for '08...oh well, there's always '09! Later,
Peter Lombardo Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 Raul, that '58 Chevy is an absolute home run build, classy, understated, and yet screaming at you to not over look it. One of my favorite cars of last year. We have a winner!
cruz Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 They are all cool but I pick the Impala as my favorite!!! Cool stuff Raul!!!
Clay Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 Raul, no words can express how fantastic all your builds are. They are simply breat taking.
Raul_Perez Posted January 2, 2009 Author Posted January 2, 2009 Thanks, guys!! Yes, the '58 Impala eventually came out pretty nice. To me there's something special about the big cars from that era that we'll probably never see again in automobile design. What amazed me most about that period was that they came out with new body styles almost every year!! Later,
Bernard Kron Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 Nice to look back on these. The amazing variety, although in a way they're all clearly from the same builder, kind of snuck up on me. Nice to revisit the '58 - the first time around there was so much emphasis on the discussions over the wheels that I kinda missed the very nice front pan and grill customizing that complements the wheels and stance. The interesting thing about the '58 Chevies, of course, is that it was a one year model run as GM got blind-sided by Chrysler with Virgil Exner's hyper-agressive big fin Forward Look. Incrediblle to contemplate the expense and corporate will it took to fight the style wars on this scale!
Raul_Perez Posted January 2, 2009 Author Posted January 2, 2009 Nice to look back on these. The amazing variety, although in a way they're all clearly from the same builder, kind of snuck up on me. Nice to revisit the '58 - the first time around there was so much emphasis on the discussions over the wheels that I kinda missed the very nice front pan and grill customizing that complements the wheels and stance. The interesting thing about the '58 Chevies, of course, is that it was a one year model run as GM got blind-sided by Chrysler with Virgil Exner's hyper-agressive big fin Forward Look. Incrediblle to contemplate the expense and corporate will it took to fight the style wars on this scale! Bernard, That's what I love most about your comments; they're positive reinforcement for the builder and educational! Thanks for your continual support and enlightenment! Regards,
Raul_Perez Posted January 2, 2009 Author Posted January 2, 2009 Up a little early aren't we Raul? Me!? Look at what time Bernard posted!! Anyway, my new little friend has been getting me up at about 6:00 everyday to let him out. And, how can you say no to this face?
3men2s Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 (edited) RP, you r a very versatile builder and I like your style. I f this is what you did last year, I can't imagime what r u going to do this year. and by the way, don't blame the dog, come on say like it is, you have la fiebre and you r hook 24-7...the dog is just an excuse to tell the wife if you have one. It's OK, I am one too. and your work is exelent and something to brag about even at 4:00 am. If I can't sleep while the wife is snoring away I teepeetow to my bench and my worries wash away, and in a couple of hours get a snoother before going out to the real world. Edited January 2, 2009 by 3men2s
Raul_Perez Posted January 2, 2009 Author Posted January 2, 2009 RP, you r a very versatile builder and I like your style. I f this is what you did last year, I can't imagime what r u going to do this year. and by the way, don't blame the dog, come on say like it is, you have la fiebre and you r hook 24-7...the dog is just an excuse to tell the wife if you have one. It's OK, I am one too. and your work is exelent and something to brag about even at 4:00 am. If I can't sleep while the wife is snoring away I teepeetow to my bench and my worries wash away, and in a couple of hours get a snoother before going out to the real world. Thanks!! Yes, I build several different types and styles of models; but I've never been able to get excited about ships or planes... That's pretty funny about the wife!! After almost 25 years, my wife is pretty accepting of my model building. Like she says, there are a lot of other ways that I could be spending time and money that she surely wouldn't appreciate! Later,
Clay Posted January 2, 2009 Posted January 2, 2009 Me!? Look at what time Bernard posted!! Anyway, my new little friend has been getting me up at about 6:00 everyday to let him out. And, how can you say no to this face? Ha, I get up at 6 every morning... 7 on the weekends. Lazy... Just kidding!! Now get to work on the Raptor Hauler!!!! I will try to get to my salt flat hauler. Promise
curt raitz Posted January 3, 2009 Posted January 3, 2009 Hey ol' buddy Having had the privilege to have seen all of these, 'cept the "future rat" in person... my favorite is the Salt licking Studebaker Avanti! I'm sure Clay just sits at his desk and ooggles at it! C'ya
Mike Posted January 3, 2009 Posted January 3, 2009 Great work Raul. I'm partial to the Impala myself.
bsoder Posted January 3, 2009 Posted January 3, 2009 I wont even try to pick a favorite my friend! they all have their own unique-ness.... I hope to see some more in '09 Man!!
Raul_Perez Posted January 3, 2009 Author Posted January 3, 2009 ...Now get to work on the Raptor Hauler!!!! I will try to get to my salt flat hauler. Promise The hauler is painted, striped and cleared. All I need to do is stripe, decal and clear the trailer; which I should get around to this weekend... Hey ol' buddy Having had the privilege to have seen all of these, 'cept the "future rat" in person... my favorite is the Salt licking Studebaker Avanti! I'm sure Clay just sits at his desk and ooggles at it! Yeah...the Stude came out pretty nice... I'll bring the Future Rat when we get together for lunch next week... Later,
Raul_Perez Posted January 3, 2009 Author Posted January 3, 2009 I wont even try to pick a favorite my friend! they all have their own unique-ness.... I hope to see some more in '09 Man!! Brian, It's good to hear from you! Have you built anything new lately? I'll see you at the NNL West in a few months!! Later,
MikeMc Posted January 3, 2009 Posted January 3, 2009 Raul, your work leaves me speechless,along with the class that you show to all us members. I am honored to know you because of this forum. Best wishes and may your models turn out even better in 2009!!! Mike
62SS Posted January 3, 2009 Posted January 3, 2009 All of your work is awesome Raul, But its a toss up for my favorite between the 58 Impala and the Raptor. I cant wait to see the Raptor Hauler finished!!!
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