rastta Posted June 12, 2023 Share Posted June 12, 2023 This is the Galaxie kit for the 1948 Aerosedan. I built this one as a 1946 based upon the grille. I built the 1947 Fleetmaster Aerosedan version back in 2020. Both are tributes to my two pups who passed during their builds. The first was Lana and the second was Charlie. I haven't printed the license plate out yet which will say Charlie, as my previous one did for Lana. On to the build. This is pretty much stock except for the artillery wheels and front lamps. I ordered additional chrome trim to put on the fender skirts. It's done in Testors Extreme Lacquer Bronze with wet look clear. Interior wood courtesy of Gopher racing truck bed decals. Happy with it overall. Last picture is both of them together. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted June 12, 2023 Share Posted June 12, 2023 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classicgas Posted June 12, 2023 Share Posted June 12, 2023 Beautiful. How did the trim lay down for you? Sorry about your dog. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happy grumpy Posted June 12, 2023 Share Posted June 12, 2023 Gorgeous and the color is awesome. Gotta love those fat fenders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuckyg1 Posted June 12, 2023 Share Posted June 12, 2023 They both look awesome. I love the paint detail on the dash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XYHARRY Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 Oh yes, I love this kit and would love to get one someday. Yours look great. Beautiful work on both and clean throughout. Well done Joe and a nice tribute to your beloved pups. Cheers, David. 😎👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H.A.K Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 BOMBs away. Thats a sweet build, Very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 I've always loved the body lines on this car. Very nice looking fat fender car which I love. Fantastic job. Both look really nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70 Sting Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 Both are very nice tributes. 😇 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 Both are great looking builds and nice remembrance of your two pups. The bronze paint finish is nice and smooth looking. These are great kits, and I would like to do another Aero Sedan soon myself. Like how you used all of the accessory trim from the kit. You mentioned ordering additional side trim. I have some if you need it. I used Plastruct half round for the trim and foiled it after paint, so I don't need it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rastta Posted June 13, 2023 Author Share Posted June 13, 2023 2 hours ago, espo said: Both are great looking builds and nice remembrance of your two pups. The bronze paint finish is nice and smooth looking. These are great kits, and I would like to do another Aero Sedan soon myself. Like how you used all of the accessory trim from the kit. You mentioned ordering additional side trim. I have some if you need it. I used Plastruct half round for the trim and foiled it after paint, so I don't need it. Thanks for the positive comments. As for the trim - I ordered several sets. I have a truck I want to do as well and I'm gonna probably buy the sedan delivery. You can get it here if you ever want more. Galaxie Accessories Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atomicholiday Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 Wow! Great craftsmanship. Looks perfect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 1 hour ago, rastta said: Thanks for the positive comments. As for the trim - I ordered several sets. I have a truck I want to do as well and I'm gonna probably buy the sedan delivery. You can get it here if you ever want more. Galaxie Accessories Thanks for the decal info. Didn't realize they were even available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jairus Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 Well, it's a '47 because it's missing the center bar... and the hood badge is upside down. Love the interior tho, you made that one a model it it's own right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ea0863 Posted June 13, 2023 Share Posted June 13, 2023 Stunning beauties, the both of them! What is the story with the blue and black top? Did they offer vinyl tops, was it a paint scheme from that era, or just a wild creation all your own? In any event, looks awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rastta Posted June 13, 2023 Author Share Posted June 13, 2023 1 hour ago, Jairus said: Well, it's a '47 because it's missing the center bar... and the hood badge is upside down. Love the interior tho, you made that one a model it it's own right! Oops on the hood badge. Easily fixable. I see what you mean on the 46 vs 47. Was thinking it was the grille alone. Thanks for the info. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rastta Posted June 13, 2023 Author Share Posted June 13, 2023 18 minutes ago, ea0863 said: Stunning beauties, the both of them! What is the story with the blue and black top? Did they offer vinyl tops, was it a paint scheme from that era, or just a wild creation all your own? In any event, looks awesome! So the paint on the top is a "lace" paint job. Laid down lace over the color then sprayed black. Here's a couple better shots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ea0863 Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 5 hours ago, rastta said: So the paint on the top is a "lace" paint job. Laid down lace over the color then sprayed black. Here's a couple better shots. No wonder it looks so sexy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattlecan Dan Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Sorry about the pups. Hope you'll feel better soon. The cars are great. Did an awesome job on them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooOld Posted June 14, 2023 Share Posted June 14, 2023 Sharp looking Aerosedan , excellent work Joe ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rastta Posted June 14, 2023 Author Share Posted June 14, 2023 Thanks for all the kind words everyone. I sure miss our pups, but in the end, they are in a better place, and knowing that makes me smile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted June 15, 2023 Share Posted June 15, 2023 Beautiful Aerosedan, sorry about your pup I do know how you feel… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted June 15, 2023 Share Posted June 15, 2023 Both builds are wonderful. The interior is excellent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrucha Posted June 17, 2023 Share Posted June 17, 2023 Cool Chevy. Nice body color. Sorry about your dogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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