kenlwest Posted April 19 Author Share Posted April 19 The roof panel is sanded and stitched into the cargo box. Being a perfectly square part, it serves to remove any warp in the cargo box assembly as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 19 Author Share Posted April 19 Front fenders and brackets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 19 Author Share Posted April 19 The roof is ready for thick primer. I don't strive for perfection on these old cars, because to me, a little imperfection seems to add to the realism at this scale. The 1:1 subjects are sometimes not much better. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 19 Author Share Posted April 19 The rear fenders are printed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 20 Author Share Posted April 20 The 4 gray braces are designed to stabilize the axles from side to side movement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 20 Author Share Posted April 20 These ladder-looking parts were designed to stiffen the wooden frame. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 20 Author Share Posted April 20 The four-corner extension springs in place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 20 Author Share Posted April 20 The rear cargo doors open and close. A lot of filing and grinding to get them parallel and tight when shut. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 20 Author Share Posted April 20 The drive chains look pretty grimey! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 20 Author Share Posted April 20 Drive chains glued to rear suspension. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 21 Author Share Posted April 21 Engine in place. There is a crank starter shaft bearing that will pull the engine back to a vertical position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 21 Author Share Posted April 21 Intake pipe, carb, and lower radiator hose. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 21 Author Share Posted April 21 Upper radiator hose attached. The hood is used as a locating guide to make sure the radiator is properly set. This also ensures the the hood fits tightly between the cowl and radiator. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 22 Author Share Posted April 22 The "BRUSH" logo is stamped into the radiator shell, as depicted here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 22 Author Share Posted April 22 A preview of the final color. Rough at this point, but I like the color. I'm still looking for an appropriate business logo for the truck. Most likely a lumber company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 22 Author Share Posted April 22 The driveshaft, exhaust pipe, muffler, tailpipe and bracket. Note the t-bracket that compresses the intake and exhaust pipes to the head. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 23 Author Share Posted April 23 The vertical golf tee-looking thing is the oil filler tube. The tube is open at the top, but it does have a filter screen to keep larger particles out of the engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 23 Author Share Posted April 23 The rear fender are attached. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 23 Author Share Posted April 23 A preview..... cargo box sitting on frame. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 23 Author Share Posted April 23 There are 6 tension brackets that were used to hold the cargo box to the frame, shown here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 23 Author Share Posted April 23 Like many other unique features of this vehicle design, the cross braces are used to support the steps, and also to support the front fenders. The wheels are mounted. A lot of details yet to be added. I am still looking for a fake business logo for the side panels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 24 Author Share Posted April 24 The seat cushion and seat back in place. You will notice that the paint finishes on this project look rough and dull. This is intentional. The final coat will be a water-based polyurethane. In my experience, this creates a more antique period look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 24 Author Share Posted April 24 The fuel tank is mounted on the cowl panel. I am not sure what the horizontal black cylinder is for. The engine side of the steering column is in place and connected to the drag link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 24 Author Share Posted April 24 Steering column and various controls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenlwest Posted April 24 Author Share Posted April 24 The cargo box is permanently attached to the chassis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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