Tub #9 - What goes around, comes around....

[tim boyd]

Some of you may have seen recent coverage of this one in another published source, if so, this post will be repetitive.  For all others, read on  

This one is a fairly recent build.  It started as part of an article in Model Cars Magazine about ten years ago that documented historically correct 1/1scale automotive paints that were frequently seen on hot rods that were built in the 1950s to mid 1960s. 

I painted a whole bunch of bodies to illustrate those colors, and one of those colors was 1956 Thunderbird Code L "Peacock Blue".   The body I used was from the AMT 1927 Model T Touring kit - the same one due for reissue early 2026 with some missing parts restored.  

During the Covid debacle, I spent some time to finish out the model relatively quickly.  

It uses the Riley Two Port conversion and other hot rod parts from the Model A engine in the Revell 1931 Model A Tudor kit that was first tooled in the mid 1960s.  The wheels, hubcaps, and rear tires come from the Monogram 1941 Lincoln Continental kit, and the front tires are from the AMT-Ertl 1934 Ford Five-Window Coupe kit.  Most of the front suspension is from the AMT Model T Touring kit, paired with the split wishbone radius rods from the recent Revell Model A Roadster and Five Window Coupe kits, while the rear suspension and diff is from the Revell Model A Tudor. 

The fenderless highboy configuration was enabled by the use of two frame crossmembers that were only found in the original 1963 AMT Trophy Series XR-6/'27 T Tub Trophy Series kit, which also provided the instrument panel used here.  The front headlamps and stands came from the oft-reissued AMT 1925 Model T Double Kit.  Nearly all the rest comes from the AMT Touring kit as well. 

In all, this was a fun and quick project that in my mind is very reminiscent of the type and style of 1/1 scales cars that are featured in the Hop Up magazine annuals - which are some of my most favorite hot rod pubs to read and enjoy.....thanks for looking.  More photos below....TIM 

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Edited Tuesday at 03:50 PM by tim boyd

[Bainford]

Definitely an old school vibe there, Tim. I love the four banger and skinny wheels.

[HankinWisconsin]

I like it... neat as a pin.

[Mr. Metallic]

Love this build Tim. Great period color paired with other period hop up parts. Well done as always.

[Calb56]

I love this. Great traditional. 

Edited yesterday at 12:46 PM by Calb56

[Dave Darby]

Really cool. Great color, and clever use of kitbashed parts.

 

[Cosmic D]

The wheels and tires are just perfect for a vintage style rod like this - really nice work.

[PappyD340]

Looks great!