Dr. Cranky Posted July 20, 2011 Posted July 20, 2011 You are in for an adventure, J. Get ready to break a couple of piggy banks! But it's your and it's going to look fabulous, it already does! Congrats.
Modellpularn Posted July 20, 2011 Posted July 20, 2011 Cool 1/1 wagon! Flat black with red wheels is classic, and would look cool. Add pinstriping, and you're done, man!
Jantrix Posted July 20, 2011 Posted July 20, 2011 I think the plans you have sound excellent. I've never been a fan of the wood sides though. Keep us posted.
MikeMc Posted July 20, 2011 Posted July 20, 2011 found this again......J what mixture did you use to weather the chassis?
Guest Posted July 20, 2011 Posted July 20, 2011 That's a cool 1:1 wagon Jairus! There's a guy about 75 miles from me that has a really cool '58 Chevy handyman wagon for sale. It's so tempting,but he wants a little too much for it. If I could get it for the right price,I would buy it in a heartbeat!
Tony T Posted July 20, 2011 Posted July 20, 2011 Righteous 1:1!! Love the old Fords...and the fact it's a wagon is bonus!!
Jairus Posted July 21, 2011 Author Posted July 21, 2011 found this again......J what mixture did you use to weather the chassis? First I spray a coating of 3M spray glue to create a texture. After a few hours drying time I shoot a base coat of Floquile 'foundation' (that's the name of the color). Then a little black wash in the recesses and around the pumpkin. Then start dry-brushing a lighter color and silver in specific areas. It's mostly by feel, voodoo and when I feel my mojo rising.
Romell R Posted July 21, 2011 Posted July 21, 2011 Jairus I knew there was more to you than just outstanding drawings, This build is Excellent! And I cant wait to meet you in person. Keep up the Superb work brother. Romell
Chuck Most Posted July 21, 2011 Posted July 21, 2011 Sorry if I missed this on the thread, but is that the R&R Vacuum Craft body? If so, it looks way too clean to be one of their more recent castings!
Danno Posted July 21, 2011 Posted July 21, 2011 So, Jairus, did either of the projects get finished? Both were plenty interesting.
Jairus Posted July 21, 2011 Author Posted July 21, 2011 Thanks guys! Sorry if I missed this on the thread, but is that the R&R Vacuum Craft body? If so, it looks way too clean to be one of their more recent castings! The body was molded by a local guy here in the Pacific Northwest, Ron Bolton... we think. I bought it at our local NNL more than 10 years ago and the original master was most likely a toy or promo. He was not present at either of the last two shows so might have retired. So, Jairus, did either of the projects get finished? Both were plenty interesting. Either? The model I started in Nov. 09. Now... because of personal issues I have no where to work on it. Hoping that will change sometime in the near future. The 1/1 was just purchased. It's not even licensed or registered in Oregon yet. And... no where to work on it either except at the curb. But... I needed a vehicle to get to work and haul our t-shirts to shows. Frankly I think the Country Sedan is pretty much done for now. But is anyproject 'completely' done? The engine is solid and the entire front suspension has been rebuilt. New tires, new shocks, new brakes, new carpet, no rust and has been cleaned from stem to stern. All I feel it needs is get the wipers working, install some tunes and fix the heater core... and maybe put the Country Sedan trim back on the sides. (for now)
Dr. Cranky Posted July 21, 2011 Posted July 21, 2011 I think you are enjoying the journey, J, and that's what it is all about. And you are cruising in style.
Ron Hamilton Posted July 21, 2011 Posted July 21, 2011 Thanks guys! The body was molded by a local guy here in the Pacific Northwest, Ron Bolton... we think. I bought it at our local NNL more than 10 years ago and the original master was most likely a toy or promo. He was not present at either of the last two shows so might have retired. Either? The model I started in Nov. 09. Now... because of personal issues I have no where to work on it. Hoping that will change sometime in the near future. The 1/1 was just purchased. It's not even licensed or registered in Oregon yet. And... no where to work on it either except at the curb. But... I needed a vehicle to get to work and haul our t-shirts to shows. Frankly I think the Country Sedan is pretty much done for now. But is anyproject 'completely' done? The engine is solid and the entire front suspension has been rebuilt. New tires, new shocks, new brakes, new carpet, no rust and has been cleaned from stem to stern. All I feel it needs is get the wipers working, install some tunes and fix the heater core... and maybe put the Country Sedan trim back on the sides. (for now) Jairus, I am with you about life getting in the way of fun. I am digging that '58 wagon. I recently picked up a Jimmy Flintstone '57 Ford Country Sedan, and even though I have a Revell Ranchero Chassis to work with, I may have to go the AMT '58 Edsel chassis and underhood route to get the additional detail and ability to change the ride height. I am now thinking of doing a pair of wagons, owned by the same person. One being a perfectly restored Country Squire, and one a hot rodded Country Sedan, with a 427, 4-speed, Raders and Half Whites. Built sixties style in the same color family, with the Country Sedan being 2-Toned to make up for the wood grain. I hope life allows you to get back to the model, but in the mean time enjoy the one-to-one '58.
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