Zippi Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 (edited) I got out here in the garage this morning and got this one finished. I think it came out pretty good but it is not some of my best work by a long shot. Not sure what happened but when it came time for the final assembly it seemed like things just didn't want to work my way. I had an issue with the cab and box fitting on the chassis and lining up right. This may have been due to the chassis being so warped from the get go. Since I modified the engine it didn't fit right because I had the master cylinder over a little to far and it was hitting on the fuel lines so I had to move the engine forward which involved shortening the fan blade and pulley. The added chrome on the fenders is Evergreen item No. 241 half round stock then covered with bmf. The brackets for the sun visor were parts box hood hinges that I modified since I didn't like the over-sized brackets that came in the kit. I picked up the eyelids for the headlights at a model car show. Paint is Tamiya XF-21 Sky and X-10 Gun Metal then cleared with X-22. Wheels & tires are from Jays Wheels & Tires 1948 off ebay, Dog dish hub caps were added from the kit, Swamp Cooler & drop axle & rear lowering blocks are from the Iceman. Hope you fellows like my rendition of the AMT 1950 Chevrolet pickup. Like always, all comments welcome. WIP: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/185400-1950-chevrolet-3100-pickup/ Edited November 12, 2023 by Zippi 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColonelKrypton Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 That turned out rather nice. Very nice choice of colours. Who would have thought that a Second World War RAF camouflage colour ( underside of wings ) would look so good on a custom pickup. cheers, Graham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 Beautiful looking pickup. Great color combination and finishes. The fender chrome and the wheels give this a unique look. The chrome trim and bed floor look great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernard Kron Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 Handsome and elegant ride with a lovely stance and cleanly executed. In other words, Real Sharp! I agree about the fender chrome. It echoes the grill nicely, and, along with the retro color scheme and modern oversized wheels, lends a tough, closely coupled look to this hot rod. 😎👌 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 Yeahhhh Buddy came out great. Time to tackle the next one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 12, 2023 Author Share Posted November 12, 2023 1 hour ago, ColonelKrypton said: That turned out rather nice. Very nice choice of colours. Who would have thought that a Second World War RAF camouflage colour ( underside of wings ) would look so good on a custom pickup. cheers, Graham Thanks man. I like using the flat military colors and shooting clear over it as it gives it more of a look how the paint was back in the day. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 12, 2023 Author Share Posted November 12, 2023 53 minutes ago, espo said: Beautiful looking pickup. Great color combination and finishes. The fender chrome and the wheels give this a unique look. The chrome trim and bed floor look great. Much obliged David. I found this pic online and fell in love with the color and look so I tried to mimic it. I think I came close. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 12, 2023 Author Share Posted November 12, 2023 42 minutes ago, Bernard Kron said: Handsome and elegant ride with a lovely stance and cleanly executed. In other words, Real Sharp! I agree about the fender chrome. It echoes the grill nicely, and, along with the retro color scheme and modern oversized wheels, lends a tough, closely coupled look to this hot rod. 😎👌 Thanks for the kind words dude. I'm a Happy Camper with the way it turned out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 12, 2023 Author Share Posted November 12, 2023 39 minutes ago, TransAmMike said: Yeahhhh Buddy came out great. Time to tackle the next one. I appreciate ya checking it out Buddy. Yeah, I'm looking through my stash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpikeSchumacher Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 A build you should be proud of. Super well done Bob! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrucha Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 (edited) Cool truck. I really dig the color combo and stance. Edited November 12, 2023 by carrucha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 12, 2023 Author Share Posted November 12, 2023 1 hour ago, SpikeSchumacher said: A build you should be proud of. Super well done Bob! Thank much Spike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 12, 2023 Author Share Posted November 12, 2023 51 minutes ago, carrucha said: Cool truck. I really dig the color combo and stance. Thanks Hector. Yeah, I think it came out pretty kewl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Street Rod Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 Super cool! The colors, stance, wheels and custom touches all come together to make a great.looking truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWT Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 That came out awesome! Very nicely done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
athlon Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 That color combination looks great, great work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 Nicely done. Glad to see this one didn't have tany major paint issues other than the visor not matching color at first. The chrome straps on the fenders are a nice touch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bondo bill Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 sharp build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 Awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 13, 2023 Author Share Posted November 13, 2023 12 hours ago, Street Rod said: Super cool! The colors, stance, wheels and custom touches all come together to make a great.looking truck. I appreciate it man. I'm happy with how it turned out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 13, 2023 Author Share Posted November 13, 2023 10 hours ago, KWT said: That came out awesome! Very nicely done Thank you Sir. Glad you like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 13, 2023 Author Share Posted November 13, 2023 9 hours ago, athlon said: That color combination looks great, great work! Thanks dude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 13, 2023 Author Share Posted November 13, 2023 9 hours ago, bobthehobbyguy said: Nicely done. Glad to see this one didn't have tany major paint issues other than the visor not matching color at first. The chrome straps on the fenders are a nice touch. Thanks man. Yeah, the chrome on the fenders came out better than I thought they would. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 13, 2023 Author Share Posted November 13, 2023 8 hours ago, bondo bill said: sharp build Thanks dude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted November 13, 2023 Author Share Posted November 13, 2023 4 hours ago, ChrisR said: Awesome! Thanks Chris. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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