E St. Kruiser50 Posted May 19, 2009 Posted May 19, 2009 (edited) Hey all <img src="http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/tongue.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="tongue.gif" /> I had collected parts for this build about 4 years ago, and have been dying to get this out and get it started. This is one of my all time favorite cars from the early 50's. This is an exquisit Danbury Mint die-cast that just oozes with clever little details all over it, and was extremely well made. It was somewhat painful to tear it apart, but I think worth it in the long run. A lot of the chrome trim will remain, but will have a custom interior, nice new paint, and a great set of wheels/tires. This will be fun. I'd love to own one of these <img src="style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/cool.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="cool.gif" /> . I have another project in front of this, that I need to finish, but have several weeks before I start on finishing it, so we'll see how far I get on this one, and if the sun stays out like they say it might - well, you guys may not hear from me 'till fall <img src="style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="laugh.gif" /> <img src="style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="laugh.gif" /> . Probably won't post much on it. As you can see in the pic's, it's been dis-assembled, and the front area where the bumper brackets go through the body, the "HALO" around those openings have been ground away and filled in with EVERCOAT RAGE, a polyester body filler, used by "Real" body men on real steel bodies. IMAGINE THAT ??? <img src="style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="laugh.gif" /> . The red filler is BONDO Glazing Putty. Edited August 8, 2010 by Treehugger Dave
Hizoot Posted May 19, 2009 Posted May 19, 2009 What happened to the 29 boat tail..? Don't tell me it stalled, that thing rocks get down on it bud..! PS - What's that black & blue street rod ??? in the back ground..? Hizoot
Bernard Kron Posted May 19, 2009 Posted May 19, 2009 PS - What's that black & blue street rod ??? in the back ground..? It's a Bugatti "Sacrilege" don'tcha know!
E St. Kruiser50 Posted May 19, 2009 Author Posted May 19, 2009 What happened to the 29 boat tail..? Don't tell me it stalled, that thing rocks get down on it bud..! PS - What's that black & blue street rod ??? in the back ground..? Hizoot The '29 boat-tail is the one I'll start on in june, and stay on it 'till it's finished. Black and blue street rod ??? What black and blue street rod - eheheh .
Clay Posted May 19, 2009 Posted May 19, 2009 Yay, Dave is doing a Studebaker!!!! However, correct me if I'm worng but isnt that a commander?
Foxer Posted May 19, 2009 Posted May 19, 2009 I love those bodies too .. why are all new cars so .. SQUARE?? ehhe. P.S. I had trouble typing this because Clay's post above me keeps jumping up and down.
E St. Kruiser50 Posted May 19, 2009 Author Posted May 19, 2009 Yay, Dave is doing a Studebaker!!!! However, correct me if I'm worng but isnt that a commander? Well, now I'm confused. The photo-etch script on the body say's "Champion", so maybe I need to do some more research. Thanks Clay - dave
Hizoot Posted May 19, 2009 Posted May 19, 2009 (edited) It's a Bugatti "Sacrilege" don'tcha know! Looks like Dave's been a Bugatti bad boy..? That's ok as I've already violated a Studebaker..! Hizoot Edited May 19, 2009 by Hizoot
E St. Kruiser50 Posted May 19, 2009 Author Posted May 19, 2009 Looks like Dave's been a Bugatti bad boy..? That's ok as I've already violated a Studebaker..! Hizoot
Zoom Zoom Posted May 19, 2009 Posted May 19, 2009 Pleasepleasepleaseplease tell me this isn't getting clown car wagon wheels
george 53 Posted May 19, 2009 Posted May 19, 2009 Bob, now you KNOW the Treehugger's got an affinity for them big wheels! But, to be honest witcha, ANY wheels he puts on that rascal are goona look good! It's all a part of his final design, and they ALWAYS look GREAT! Don't stop now Dave, even in prime an bondo she's lookin good!
Raul_Perez Posted May 19, 2009 Posted May 19, 2009 Hey, Dave...now that Chrysler owns what is left of Studebaker, (through their previous acquisition of American Motors), I'd give it a Viper look and feel. Make a removable rear deck to cover the back seats, add a custom, two-tone paint job with some bright pinstripes, a cool, custom leather interior and there you go!! No, wait...these are pictures of the Stude that I bought already built this way from DM!! Sorry...I couldn't help myself... Later,
E St. Kruiser50 Posted May 19, 2009 Author Posted May 19, 2009 Hey, Dave...now that Chrysler owns what is left of Studebaker, (through their previous acquisition of American Motors), I'd give it a Viper look and feel. Make a removable rear deck to cover the back seats, add a custom, two-tone paint job with some bright pinstripes, a cool, custom leather interior and there you go!! No, wait...these are pictures of the Stude that I bought already built this way from DM!! Sorry...I couldn't help myself... Later,
mr moto Posted May 19, 2009 Posted May 19, 2009 (edited) Well, now I'm confused. The photo-etch script on the body say's "Champion", so maybe I need to do some more research. Thanks Clay - dave It could be Commander or a Champion and still be a Starlight. The designations Starlight and Starliner were for body styles not model lines. I'm not sure what designation a convertible would have had in 1950. In the case of the '53 (a very popular kit), Starlight meant the 2 door "post" and Starliner meant the "hardtop" (no post) and, yes, they could have been either Champions or Commanders. In '53, Champions had six-cylinders and Commanders had V-8's. In 1950 Studebaker didn't offer a V-8 yet so I'm not really sure how to tell them apart. Edited May 19, 2009 by mr moto
E St. Kruiser50 Posted May 20, 2009 Author Posted May 20, 2009 Pleasepleasepleaseplease tell me this isn't getting clown car wagon wheels YUPYUPYUP - AS BIG AS I CAN FIND JUST FOR YOU BOB -
E St. Kruiser50 Posted June 2, 2009 Author Posted June 2, 2009 (edited) Painting a custom die cast can be challanging, especially when you paint it totally assembled, as I do most everything now. There is just usually more things you need to paint and if you miss one ...well - you got trouble <img src="http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/ohmy.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="ohmy.gif" /> . With all the opening features, you need to spray all the jams first and then let them dry long enough that when you close them to paint the whole car, parts don't stay stuck <img src="style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/angry.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="angry.gif" /> . The color is DupliColor Cherry red Pearl Metallic. I was surprised - it came out flawless and even looks nice on the car - even bare <img src="style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/tongue.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="tongue.gif" /> . It'll sit a little lower, as this isn't a "DONK MACHINE" this time <img src="style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/wink.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="wink.gif" /> . Edited August 8, 2010 by Treehugger Dave
Clay Posted June 2, 2009 Posted June 2, 2009 I know that this is your build and you should do it the way you want to, but please lower it alot more.
Foxer Posted June 2, 2009 Posted June 2, 2009 I know that this is your build and you should do it the way you want to, but please lower it alot more. I vote with Clay .. big wheels are one thing, but clearance for tree stumps is another! I love those 50 Studes .. AMT was supposed to actually release one some years ago.. how unfortunate it got canceled. Just as a side note, a friend of my daughter's just bought a 57 Studebaker President in great shape and original condition. A 289ci V8 and a good paint job. I was floored to see a 29 year old kid purchase it! Cars are safe with the next generation I'm happy to say!
made007 Posted June 2, 2009 Posted June 2, 2009 I vote with Clay .. big wheels are one thing, but clearance for tree stumps is another! I love those 50 Studes .. AMT was supposed to actually release one some years ago.. how unfortunate it got canceled. Just as a side note, a friend of my daughter's just bought a 57 Studebaker President in great shape and original condition. A 289ci V8 and a good paint job. I was floored to see a 29 year old kid purchase it! Cars are safe with the next generation I'm happy to say! yup, im 24, and i want a 69' nova with a fuel injected v8,LOL maybe a corvette engine woul do, oops, me and my big mouth,lol
torinobradley Posted June 2, 2009 Posted June 2, 2009 It'll sit a little lower, as this isn't a "DONK MACHINE" this time .
E St. Kruiser50 Posted June 2, 2009 Author Posted June 2, 2009 (edited) Well guy's, for me, it just doesn't get any better than this <img src="http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/cool.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="cool.gif" /> . I'll say it again, I LOVE this Ol' body style. This color and paint came out way better than I figured it would, and I'm extatic - sorry, just me lovin' this hobby <img src="style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/rolleyes.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="rolleyes.gif" /> . The wheels and stance look good to me. I painted it yesterday, and today it's all polished and waxed in less than 12 hours. Now I get to add the chrome and do a "scratched" leather interior with four buckets - FUN <img src="style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="laugh.gif" /> . Edited August 8, 2010 by Treehugger Dave
RJWood Posted June 2, 2009 Posted June 2, 2009 The paint is beautiful. Love the color. Its looking very nice. Cant wait for the chrome parts to be added. Great job Dave.
E St. Kruiser50 Posted June 2, 2009 Author Posted June 2, 2009 (edited) Thanks guy's <img src="http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/public/style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/biggrin.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="biggrin.gif" /> Here she is with a little chrome and a "Buncha Attitude" <img src="style_emoticons/<#EMO_DIR#>/laugh.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid="" border="0" alt="laugh.gif" /> . Once in a great while for me, a build comes along that just "Flips All My Switches". I have no idea why this has turned out to be such fun. Maybe everything seems to be just right and going so good. My reaction to this has really surprised me, but I will definately continue to enjoy it. Edited August 8, 2010 by Treehugger Dave
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