MrObsessive Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 I finally got this hair raising kit done!! I gotta tell you, this one was fighting all the way, and at one point about a month ago, the drivers door hinge snapped off completely where it was originally soldered! Of course this was after I got the hinge retainer glued to the door. I was able to CAREFULLY take the hinge retainer off the body and resolder the hinge back together, with this time a larger solder fillet to keep this from happening again. I took some artistic license with some details of the kit------I extended the exhaust with aluminum tubing and bent them upward somewhat.......I also used PE for the grille although the pattern is not quite like the 1:1. There are still some aspects of this kit I don't like, the rear compartment door is forever trapped by the bumper------I didn't see this until the epoxy for the bumper had fully set. I didn't want to try to pry it open and thus ruining the paint job with a huge gouge. Also the rotating lights were left on the cutting room floor as they just didn't look right with them open. Much too bug-eyed for me! Anyway, here are the pics after all this time! Enjoy! My next project will be a somewhat back to basics for the newbies out there.............At least some of the basics will be covered such as body prep work which is important to getting a decent paint job. Consider it Modeling 101. What's the kit I'll be using?? Well just stay tuned and you'll see! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrObsessive Posted September 6, 2009 Author Share Posted September 6, 2009 A couple more shots................... This is where the model will be 99% of the time from here on out...........well it is under "glass" ain't it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gramps-xrds Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Well Bill, from all the problems you said you had, I'd say you over came them well. You could have done what I did with the one I had back in the mid sixties. I made a slot-car out of it . I think you did an excellent job. The fit and finish is over the top. If I remember right, this kit was a bit of a pain to build anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrObsessive Posted September 6, 2009 Author Share Posted September 6, 2009 Funny how 30 years can put a different perspective on things, because that was the last time I tried to build this thing. And if IIRC, the same thing happened then.......the hinges snapped except I was using the kit ones then! I knew nothing about soldering at that time, that wouldn't come to me until sometime in the early '90's. Thanks for the comments Bill.........I don't think I'll be attempting this one again for a looooooong time, although I still have an untouched "Those Famous Fords" issue of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoom Zoom Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Beautiful model, Bill. I'll have to get mine build one of these days. The wheels look great, and perfect use for those Monogram TRX tires. Wonder how many people know it's a Cobra 289 underneath? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 That's one gorgeous model. Love the wheels and details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelmartin Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 That's a fine build of a very difficult kit. It turned out very well. I have to get going on my 427 powered Lemans version of it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Lombardo Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Well Bill, you can clearly see that you had your hands full with this one, as that is a very old and poorly fitting kit. You certainly did a great job with it. I can still remember when that kit first came out…I mean, I was still a teenager and now I am a certified “Old Fartâ€, so it is a real geriatric. Under the hood, I think, the kits’ real short comings are evident, as the fender walls and “Cobra†looking suspension just don’t have that crisp detailed look to them. The time and effort that you put into it were certainly worth it though. I remember the concerns you had early on with the proper color of the car and you sure made the proper decision as the metallic red looks stunning. Overall, it is another beautiful build that everyone would expect from you…stunning, yeah, that sums it up in one word. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Flowers Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Those wheels really set it off. You done a great job with the way it turned out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy Kern Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Beautifully done, Bill! I love that shade of red, it really compliments the wire wheels. I think the longer exhaust tips gives it a neat Ferrari look. Hope to see it at the Showdown. Hey, watch what you say about bug-eyed! :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragline Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 From what can only be described as a "bear of a kit" to that is impressive indeed. Color, fit, finish are all superb. And there you were worrying......................... Another strong build my friend. Bob F Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E St. Kruiser50 Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 (edited) BEAUTIFUL WORK BILL Definantly worth all the work and problems - NOW . TO ME THE IS THE "MONEY SHOT". THE SILLOETTE OF THIS CAR IS REALLY BEAUTIFUL . Edited September 6, 2009 by Treehugger Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eshaver Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Bill, that ride came out nice . I'm glad I was able to help . Ed Shaver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrObsessive Posted September 6, 2009 Author Share Posted September 6, 2009 Thanks for all the compliments guys! I really appreciate it! Thank you Ed for the pics you sent nailing down the color of this beast! I don't think the next build will take near as long as there aren't any working features save for the opening trunk. However the build after that............hmmm.............. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrObsessive Posted September 6, 2009 Author Share Posted September 6, 2009 Beautifully done, Bill! I love that shade of red, it really compliments the wire wheels. I think the longer exhaust tips gives it a neat Ferrari look. Hope to see it at the Showdown. Hey, watch what you say about bug-eyed! Yes, I'll be at the show next Sunday Randy barring any last minute SNAFUS! I'll bring the wee little 1/43 Ferrari I did a while back also. I may bring the forlorn '55 Ford which should be the next thing I need to get done. I've just been too lazy to get the chrome out to be redone, not to mention a myriad of small things that needs to be complete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadhawg Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Beautiful model, Bill! This is the way I like to see a model built....nice and clean, with a lot of subtle, well executed details....true sign of a master modeler! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Janne Herajärvi Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Its beautiful! Fantastic job in there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc @ MPC Motorsports Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 Bill, One fantastically beautiful work of art from a kit that you rarely see built. Great job!!! Marc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lownslow Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 never seen one built, its really cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyBad Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Absolutely Gorgeous. What can somebody say? Everything looks Perfect... (of course Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raul_Perez Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 I can't pick a favorite shot...this build looks incredible from every angle!! Great work, Bill!! Thanks for sharing, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruz Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 WOW!! Very nice Bill, I am already hoping to see it in Gilbertsville next week!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 One of the most beautiful builds I have ever seen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cnaind Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Another great job Bill!! I remember this one from the good ol' days & it was one of the most difficult kits at the time (and it still ranks right up there). I know I messed it up. I'll be at Gilbertsville next Sun so I'll talk to you there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Johnston Posted September 8, 2009 Share Posted September 8, 2009 Beautifully done as always ! I like the spoke wheels a lot. I have one for "someday" as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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