J.H. Rose Trucking Special

[curt raitz]

Here is a model of the J.H. Rose Trucking Special Porter-Offy Ebb Rose drove in the 1962 Indianapolis 500.

He started from position 32 and finished in position 14 averaging 134.001 mph winning $6001.00.

chassis minus body panels...

chassis with body panels before decals...

looks like a racecar now...

This model originated from the MPC/AMT Watson roadster kit and a vacuum formed conversion body for this particular roadster. The Watson kit can be found on ebay, etc...do not know were one would find the vacuum formed conversion kits!!! Decals were homemade by my buddy Steve (sorry, he only prints decals for his buddies)

thanks for lookin'

[Bernard Kron]

Definitely enjoyed the W.I.P. on this. You did a nice job of finishing out that vacuum formed body and your friend does great work on the decals. Gold on black is a real treat! These cars are such a pleasure to look at because every detail is visible and so clearly mechanically functional. A golden age where a master machinist/welder could craft a winning race car in a small professional garage. This one captures the era beautifully. Bravo!

[roadhawg]

What an excellent model of a beautiful race car. I just love these old roadsters. Todays Indy cars just don't have that kind of soul. Thanks for sharing!