alan barton Posted December 31, 2022 Posted December 31, 2022 I finally got myself organised last night and built the towbar to allow me to complete my submission to the Tim Boyd Tribute build challenge. It was a great privilege to mix it with skilled modellers from all over the world and to pay homage to the man who re-ignited my passion for model building when I wrote to Tim via Street Rodder Magazine in 1981. Thank you Dennis for kicking this challenge off and thank you Tim for your inspiration and friendship over the years. The recipe goes like this. Model A Closed Cab Pickup. Body - two Revell 29 Model A closed cab pickups. Fenders - Bandai Blue Beetle knockoff Hood - AMT Model A roadster with scratch-built sides Pickup bed - Monogram Street T trailer with scratch-built tonneau and tailgate Fuel tank - scratch-built Chassis - Heavily modified (and ex- glue-bombed) Monogram Blue Beetle Front axle and four bars - modified Revell 32 Ford Super Bell tube. Rear end - heavily modified Buttera Jag IRS Engine - Revell ASA Thunderbird with Monogram sprintcar injection Exhaust Cut-down 53 F100 hemi headers, modified ZZTop mufflers and solder tailpipes Seats, door panels and overhead console - Revell Buttera series Model T Tudor Wheels - AMT 33 Tudor Street Rod Tyres - Monogram Michelin TRX fronts, Goodyear Steel radials rear. Paint - Tamiya Bright red over Tamiya pink Primer with Tamiya clear - applied with spray cans and then polished out. Mullins Redcap trailer Scratch-built Vacform using a wooden mould that I drew and carved to specifications from a mid seventies Rod Action magazine. Operating hinged lid Axle, A frame and tow hitch scratchbuilt from Evergreen. Kiddie car - cut down Hot Wheels 1/64th diecast "AOK" Model A delivery with wheels and tyres from a pullback toy. Floor and seat from Evergreen. The stunning figure on the running board is from Masterbox of Ukraine. Very expensive over here but worth every cent. It has been beautifully handpainted by my wife whose skills in this area far outshine my own. I hope you all enjoy my phone booth pickup. Cheers Alan 10 1
Kit Karson Posted December 31, 2022 Posted December 31, 2022 Mate! You nailed it!!! First, leaning over your shoulder while watching your inspired tribute come together was a real joy!! Second, your continued support for other trib' builders is admirable and lastly paying homage to the late '90s issue box art is genius! Well done... -KK
Bruce Scully Posted December 31, 2022 Posted December 31, 2022 All of this is really nicely modelled, looks great. Well done.
Dennis Lacy Posted December 31, 2022 Posted December 31, 2022 Alan, you definitely understood the assignment! Love it! This truck is everything a late 80’s - early 90’s street rod should be. I love the use of a V6 (a fairly catchy trend back then) and the Jag IRS which is more faithful to what Tim originally did than Vette IRS I used. And, what fairgrounds show wouldn’t be complete without a mini rod to cruise back and forth to the beer stand. ?
NOBLNG Posted December 31, 2022 Posted December 31, 2022 She’s gorgeous Alan! So is the truck and trailer.???
tim boyd Posted January 1, 2023 Posted January 1, 2023 Alan, big thanks for the nod my way, and man did you nail this completion. Great lead picture! The Ford V-6 and extended cab treatment are very original; the Brian Bordon decals are just as neat now as they were 40 years ago, and when I saw the picture with the trailer lid flipped and the mini-car inside, I smiled nearly from ear to ear. Having fun with model cars! This is what it's all about, guys. Love it! Best regards, all. TB
TarheelRick Posted January 2, 2023 Posted January 2, 2023 Most definitely a beautiful build. Each piece is excellent by itself, put them together and it is one outstanding build.
espo Posted January 2, 2023 Posted January 2, 2023 Got the smooth look perfect. Great looking paint and detailing throughout.
Muncie Posted January 2, 2023 Posted January 2, 2023 Alan, Great looking Model A - perfectly represents the Tim Boyd tribute. Excellent job extending the cab, the proportions are right on. And it's F... FFF-word powered like Tim would do. (still some words this Chevy guy can't say) Well done!
Speedpro Posted January 2, 2023 Posted January 2, 2023 Very Nice! Ya, I like the IRS, the extended cab, the ford V6 and more. But the RH drive conversion is cool. Was that easy to do? The trailer and pedal car look perfect. Great work!
Zippi Posted January 4, 2023 Posted January 4, 2023 Nice looking little Ford pickup with the trailer and kiddie car. That red just pops. Nicely done.
alan barton Posted January 7, 2023 Author Posted January 7, 2023 On 12/31/2022 at 3:28 PM, Kit Karson said: Mate! You nailed it!!! First, leaning over your shoulder while watching your inspired tribute come together was a real joy!! Second, your continued support for other trib' builders is admirable and lastly paying homage to the late '90s issue box art is genius! Well done... -KK Expand Thanks Kit, and congrats on correct usage of "Mate!" to address an Aussie - someone taught you well! On 12/31/2022 at 9:57 PM, Dennis Lacy said: Alan, you definitely understood the assignment! Love it! This truck is everything a late 80’s - early 90’s street rod should be. I love the use of a V6 (a fairly catchy trend back then) and the Jag IRS which is more faithful to what Tim originally did than Vette IRS I used. And, what fairgrounds show wouldn’t be complete without a mini rod to cruise back and forth to the beer stand. ? Expand Dennis - a huge THANK YOU for kicking this whole thing off! If you remember, early in your build thread, I stated that I had far too many projects to complete as it was. Alas, I am weak and couldn't resist the opportunity to play with you guys. Imagine how cool all these builds would look lined up side by side on the same table! On 1/1/2023 at 9:43 PM, tim boyd said: Alan, big thanks for the nod my way, and man did you nail this completion. Great lead picture! The Ford V-6 and extended cab treatment are very original; the Brian Bordon decals are just as neat now as they were 40 years ago, and when I saw the picture with the trailer lid flipped and the mini-car inside, I smiled nearly from ear to ear. Having fun with model cars! This is what it's all about, guys. Love it! Best regards, all. TB Expand Tim, you are the zen-master of having fun with model cars - I simply followed your lead! And to every single person who has commented on my model, thank you so much. It means a lot to have the international modelling community acknowledge your efforts. It is not a perfect model by far ( can you believe the dust in some of those shots?) but having the eyes of the world on you makes you strive that bit harder to achieve a good result. I definitely learnt a few new tricks on this one. Thank you all. Cheers Alan
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