New tool '32 Ford Roadster

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This will be a pretty much an out of the box build for me which I haven't really done since I was maybe 12 years old. I've been away from the hobby for a few years and was looking for a project to get my skills sharpened back up a bit. The Heartland Nationals in KC is next weekend so I set that as an artificial "deadline" to get it completed. My normal genre is pro-touring builds but with the short timeframe I chose to step outside of that comfort zone and pick a subject that I wouldn't be tempted to kitbash, super detail, etc. The new tool '32 Ford, revised Rat Roaster, fits that bill nicely in that it's custom enough to take that edge off.

The first snag I hit tho was that the front axle was a short shot. One of the hubs and about a quarter of the axle total was missing. Thanks to Modlbldr, I should have a replacement in time to make the show.

I spent a good chunk of my spare time this week doing all the prerequisite parting line/seam cleanup and as much pre-assembly of like colored parts as possible so that this weekend I could park myself in front of my airbrush booth and hammer thru the painting.

Edited June 2, 2023 by LOBBS

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Color scheme will be this Testors Mystic Emerald which appears to have a very fine gold metallic in it. I'll attempt to draw that out a bit more by laying down a base coat of Testors Pure Gold first. For the interior I'm going with Tamiya Light Sand which I'll also lay down over the Pure Gold in hopes of adding a little warmth to the color. I did also strip all the kit's chrome with Castrol Super Clean and will be shooting those pieces with various tones of Alclad and Molotow where appropriate.

Hopefully, this weekend's painting is productive and I can have this week to get it all assembled and detailed for Heartland next weekend.

Edited June 2, 2023 by LOBBS

[SpikeSchumacher]

That's going to be a really cool color combo!

[Dragonhawk1066]

That's going to look great! I'm not so sure the Mystic Emerald has any gold in it, but it is a very sharp color.

[Zippi]

That's going to be a pretty kewl looking 32 Roadster.  I had this kit and was building a model of my Buddy's 32 Roadster and had to trade it for the more standard type 32 Roadster with the stock windshield. 

[slusher]

On 6/2/2023 at 10:51 AM, LOBBS said:

Color scheme will be this Testors Mystic Emerald which appears to have a very fine gold metallic in it. I'll attempt to draw that out a bit more by laying down a base coat of Testors Pure Gold first. For the interior I'm going with Tamiya Light Sand which I'll also lay down over the Pure Gold in hopes of adding a little warmth to the color. I did also strip all the kit's chrome with Castrol Super Clean and will be shooting those pieces with various tones of Alclad and Molotow where appropriate.

Hopefully, this weekend's painting is productive and I can have this week to get it all assembled and detailed for Heartland next weekend.

Looking forward too seeing how your colors work out!

[jaftygas]

On 6/2/2023 at 8:43 AM, LOBBS said:

This will be a pretty much an out of the box build for me which I haven't really done since I was maybe 12 years old. I've been away from the hobby for a few years and was looking for a project to get my skills sharpened back up a bit. The Heartland Nationals in KC is next weekend so I set that as an artificial "deadline" to get it completed. My normal genre is pro-touring builds but with the short timeframe I chose to step outside of that comfort zone and pick a subject that I wouldn't be tempted to kitbash, super detail, etc. The new tool '32 Ford, revised Rat Roaster, fits that bill nicely in that it's custom enough to take that edge off.

The first snag I hit tho was that the front axle was a short shot. One of the hubs and about a quarter of the axle total was missing. Thanks to Modlbldr, I should have a replacement in time to make the show.

I spent a good chunk of my spare time this week doing all the prerequisite parting line/seam cleanup and as much pre-assembly of like colored parts as possible so that this weekend I could park myself in front of my airbrush booth and hammer thru the painting.

You don’t sound that upset about that axle. That kinda thing ruins my day! What a hassle getting one part, and a pretty important one I might add. But, with the cost of these kits nowadays, it’s like geez. Anyhow model on I’d like to see this kit built. I was going to get one, but now IDK!?

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13 hours ago, jaftygas said:

You don’t sound that upset about that axle. That kinda thing ruins my day! What a hassle getting one part, and a pretty important one I might add. But, with the cost of these kits nowadays, it’s like geez. Anyhow model on I’d like to see this kit built. I was going to get one, but now IDK!?

I used to stress about missing parts, not having projects done for an upcoming show, etc. but I've calmed down some in my older age?. This week has been hectic and I realized pretty quick that I wasn't likely to have this done for Heartland this weekend. My roller derby league decided that they want to use my Jeep again in a parade tomorrow so I had to take a night to detail it. And we've had a few tough scrimmages this week now that we're into co-ed season.

I did receive the axle from Modlbldr last night and it's in the Castrol Super Clean being stripped of its chrome. But with the pressure of having it done for the show off I have decided to go ahead and kitbash / add some detail. I picked up a '32 Ford 5W that I'll for sure be stealing the brake booster/master cylinder out of and probably the '40 Ford taillights. I may nab the 392 as well and slap a set of lake headers and an Hilborn style intake on. It's either that or keep it Ford powered by printing a Coyote or 427 SOHC. I love my LS/LT engines for pro-touring projects but yet another SBC in a '32 Ford just wasn't feeling right. Anyhow, I'll try and get some in progress pics taken and posted up soon. 

Edited June 9, 2023 by LOBBS

[gman]

[jaftygas]

2 hours ago, LOBBS said:

I used to stress about missing parts, not having projects done for an upcoming show, etc. but I've calmed down some in my older age?. This week has been hectic and I realized pretty quick that I wasn't likely to have this done for Heartland this weekend. My roller derby league decided that they want to use my Jeep again in a parade tomorrow so I had to take a night to detail it. And we've had a few tough scrimmages this week now that we're into co-ed season.

I did receive the axle from Modlbldr last night and it's in the Castrol Super Clean being stripped of its chrome. But with the pressure of having it done for the show off I have decided to go ahead and kitbash / add some detail. I picked up a '32 Ford 5W that I'll for sure be stealing the brake booster/master cylinder out of and probably the '40 Ford taillights. I may nab the 392 as well and slap a set of lake headers and an Hilborn style intake on. It's either that or keep it Ford powered by printing a Coyote or 427 SOHC. I love my LS/LT engines for pro-touring projects but yet another SBC in a '32 Ford just wasn't feeling right. Anyhow, I'll try and get some in progress pics taken and posted up soon. 

Cool! I’ve always had a passive secret obsession with girls rolling around on skates in stockings, around a board track like the early days of Harley Davidson racing. Anyway I agree the SBC gets pretty old. The Buick nailhead is one of my favorites, and the 409W is hands down my favorite. Good luck on it. I’m going to give this kit a try someday when I’ve got time. Nice build going thou, can’t wait to see progress.

[Calb56]

9 hours ago, jaftygas said:

The Buick nailhead is one of my favorites, and the 409W is hands down my favorite. 

Two of my favorite engines, throw in  a Caddy mill and it's my own odd trinity.

[jaftygas]

Just now, Calb56 said:

Two of my favorite engines, throw in  a Caddy mill and it's my own odd trinity.

Caddy is a very close third for me too!

and we both like smushed faced dogs.

[James2]

Any updates, I just purchased this kit. Haven't even looked inside yet. 

[Mr. Metallic]

On 6/8/2023 at 8:53 PM, jaftygas said:

You don’t sound that upset about that axle. That kinda thing ruins my day! What a hassle getting one part, and a pretty important one I might add. But, with the cost of these kits nowadays, it’s like geez. Anyhow model on I’d like to see this kit built. I was going to get one, but now IDK!?

I know this post is old, but I haven't been around here much lately.

I would buy this kit with confidence, but open it as soon as you get it. The issue with the axle is rare, but you need to check for warped windshields. But Revell is good about getting replacement parts out quickly.

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2 hours ago, Mr. Metallic said:

I know this post is old, but I haven't been around here much lately.

I would buy this kit with confidence, but open it as soon as you get it. The issue with the axle is rare, but you need to check for warped windshields. But Revell is good about getting replacement parts out quickly.

I'll have to check the windshield in mine. I didn't notice anything out of the ordinary with it tho upon initial glance. I've been insanely busy with work and roller derby things and haven't had a chance to sit down at my bench much lately.

[LOBBS]

Finally getting a chance to sit down at my airbrush booth again today. After I'd decanted the green and gold to bottles I'd decided that the green was a little too blue for what I was wanting. The original plan was to lay down the green over a gold base coat but I didn't think it'd give me the color I was looking for. So, I ended up mixing them finally settling on 3 parts green to 2 parts gold. Definitely an interesting color that shifts quite a bit dependent on indirect or direct lighting. Gotta knock out the remainder of the non-body pieces and hopefully will get the body painted later tonight.

[ea0863]

Looking good Kyle, and I totally understand you wanting to start out with an OOB build....although, I will watch with interest whether you stick to the manual.  

[slusher]

Color looks really nice on the chassis.

[beeRS]

That’s a great mix of green