Bucky Posted June 2, 2022 Share Posted June 2, 2022 (edited) Did the '64 Bonneville have electric windows? I see this one seems to show manual cranks, but I was wondering. Edited June 2, 2022 by Bucky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moparfarmer Posted June 2, 2022 Share Posted June 2, 2022 14 hours ago, StevenGuthmiller said: Thanks guys. Of course, the dashboard is not to be ignored. I started by first removing the Bonneville badge and then grinding out the fluted dash molding and fashioning a piece of rocker panel molding from a Revell '67 Chevelle to fill it's place. Then I removed the better defined gauge pods from an AMT '65 2+2 kit to replace the originals. A tail light bezel from the Revell '68 Charger will do nicely to replicate a dash mounted tach, and a set of new dash knobs made from plastic rod will help to make detailing the dash more precise. I was originally going to upgrade the lower dash to console molding, but being as this will be a console delete 4 speed car, I decided to add ash tray detail in it's place. Finally, a steering column collar and new ignition switch were added to the lower dash, and the defroster vents opened. Panel lines and trim was also scribed deeper for better definition. Steve Your patience and attention to detail is beyond expectations..Lots of concentration is needed and you sure have it..Must be nice to have such good eyesight.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SfanGoch Posted June 2, 2022 Share Posted June 2, 2022 Another home run, Steve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oliver77 Posted June 2, 2022 Share Posted June 2, 2022 Man, that ashtray! This is inspiring! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redneckrigger Posted June 2, 2022 Share Posted June 2, 2022 Superb skills, sir...........................WOW!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MADmodelDOCTOR Posted June 2, 2022 Share Posted June 2, 2022 rock 'n' roll ! I can't wait to see how the soft top looks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldcarfan27 Posted June 2, 2022 Share Posted June 2, 2022 Steve, you seem to find details most of us don't even think to add! Seriously, radio control knobs, detailed door panels, dash trim, speaker grilles and even an OPEN ash tray? Incredible! You gonna put ashes in it? This was the 60s, you know. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted June 3, 2022 Author Share Posted June 3, 2022 7 hours ago, Bucky said: Did the '64 Bonneville have electric windows? I see this one seems to show manual cranks, but I was wondering. I believe power windows were an option. This model will depict a relatively bare bones console delete, 4 speed car, so cranks make more sense to me. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted June 3, 2022 Author Share Posted June 3, 2022 4 hours ago, Oldcarfan27 said: Steve, you seem to find details most of us don't even think to add! Seriously, radio control knobs, detailed door panels, dash trim, speaker grilles and even an OPEN ash tray? Incredible! You gonna put ashes in it? This was the 60s, you know. I was thinking about possibly a half smoked stogie. 😁 Ether that or I could fill it up with change for the non-smokers. 😊 Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucky Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 1 minute ago, StevenGuthmiller said: I was thinking about possibly a half smoked stogie. 😁 Ether that or I could fill it up with change for the non-smokers. 😊 Steve Or do like my dad....fill it up with chewing gum wrappers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Butter 1 Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 Nice work on the interior. Door panels and seats in particular look awesome. The dash isn't too bad either. Your attention to detail will really pay off in the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisc63 Posted June 3, 2022 Share Posted June 3, 2022 1 hour ago, StevenGuthmiller said: I was thinking about possibly a half smoked stogie. 😁 A pipe. The guy that drives this Bonnie is a pipe smoker, because he thinks it looks cool. Seriously, some very interesting detail work going on here, as has come to be expected! Nice catch on that wonky cowl. Just curious, is there any indication on the back side of welding/repairs to the mold? I see the lower windshield molding looks much less clearly defined than the driver's side; makes me think some rushed reworking to the tool led to some softer attention to details. Any way, always entertaining and informative stuff in your build threads, and I try to learn from your process, along with so many others here. Now to find more build time... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted June 3, 2022 Author Share Posted June 3, 2022 (edited) On 6/2/2022 at 10:46 PM, bisc63 said: A pipe. The guy that drives this Bonnie is a pipe smoker, because he thinks it looks cool. Seriously, some very interesting detail work going on here, as has come to be expected! Nice catch on that wonky cowl. Just curious, is there any indication on the back side of welding/repairs to the mold? I see the lower windshield molding looks much less clearly defined than the driver's side; makes me think some rushed reworking to the tool led to some softer attention to details. Any way, always entertaining and informative stuff in your build threads, and I try to learn from your process, along with so many others here. Now to find more build time... The lower windshield molding on the drivers side has already been re-scribed, and the passengers side has not yet been done. That probably explains the difference that you’re seeing. Steve Edited June 5, 2022 by StevenGuthmiller 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dino246gt Posted June 5, 2022 Share Posted June 5, 2022 I am always amazed by your awesome builds Steve, and this is another "WOW" build, I love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nazz Posted June 5, 2022 Share Posted June 5, 2022 I will also be watching. great work so far, as usual Steve. Great to see you posting a wip again. Thanks for sharing. Jerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted June 5, 2022 Share Posted June 5, 2022 Well Steven, I gotta say the level of detail you put into your builds astounds me. The patience level at my age would never allow me to do your great work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doorsovdoon Posted June 7, 2022 Share Posted June 7, 2022 Awesome detail going on there! Love the speaker grille and open ashtray😎 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted June 12, 2022 Author Share Posted June 12, 2022 Thanks everyone. Haven't been able to spend much time at the bench lately, but I've been working on finishing up the other bucket seat, and started fabricating some arm rests and pads. I hope to get the majority of the interior pieces done soon so that I can get them primed to see what I really have. Steve 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nazz Posted June 12, 2022 Share Posted June 12, 2022 Nice work on the door panels Steve. The arm rests look just right! Jerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moparfarmer Posted June 12, 2022 Share Posted June 12, 2022 Unfortunately Steve you and the people on this site will know the work you put into your models..Most people will notice nice work but not the finer details like you are doing.Excellent work Steve..Weather must be bad in Hawley Mn lately..LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted June 12, 2022 Share Posted June 12, 2022 Really great work. Love all the detailed photos you supply along with your text. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted June 13, 2022 Share Posted June 13, 2022 So glad too see another detailed build of yours going! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldcarfan27 Posted June 13, 2022 Share Posted June 13, 2022 20 hours ago, moparfarmer said: Unfortunately Steve you and the people on this site will know the work you put into your models..Most people will notice nice work but not the finer details like you are doing.Excellent work Steve..Weather must be bad in Hawley Mn lately..LOL Yeah, but there is a certain satisfaction for the builder, knowing it's there. It's kinda fun looking back at old builds an reinspecting your own work and seeing details you, yourself, forgot you put in. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenGuthmiller Posted June 13, 2022 Author Share Posted June 13, 2022 1 hour ago, Oldcarfan27 said: Yeah, but there is a certain satisfaction for the builder, knowing it's there. It's kinda fun looking back at old builds an reinspecting your own work and seeing details you, yourself, forgot you put in. Not only that, but it’s just the enjoyment of doing it, and the knowledge that when it’s done, you’ll have something completely unique that no one else has. Steve 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moparfarmer Posted June 13, 2022 Share Posted June 13, 2022 Steve, don't lose your mojo..Its tough to get back..Hope all is good in Hawley Mn.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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