crazyjim Posted February 15, 2010 Share Posted February 15, 2010 Finally finished my '33 Willys. Tried to make it a street rod instead of a gas coupe. It's lower than the kit but should still be lower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pro 48 Fleetline Posted February 15, 2010 Share Posted February 15, 2010 I like you trunk way better than mine did that come with that kit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longbow Posted February 16, 2010 Share Posted February 16, 2010 (edited) Wow! looks awesome Jim. I really like the motor detail. Did the kit come with the tilt front & open rear deck lid or did you cut it open? Nice choice of color to. Good job. Edited February 16, 2010 by Longbow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted February 16, 2010 Author Share Posted February 16, 2010 Thank you. The truck and flip front are kit items. I filled the trunk lid and put a hinge in it. After painting, the whole trunk interior was flocked. The color is rattle can but the clear was airbrushed (the second time for the airbrush) using Plas-t-kote classic clear that I decanted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
your pal Posted February 16, 2010 Share Posted February 16, 2010 Gee George this post is not about you ,that's kinda uncool to post your build of the same model on Jim`s post.Like whats up with that? Jim your model looks great.what kit is it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted February 16, 2010 Author Share Posted February 16, 2010 Buddy - that would be the AMT '33 Willys Coupe #2402 molded in baby blue. I think that's an older kit. I have another kit AMT 1933 Willys Coupe #6570. The box art shows a copper & black model. Maybe I'll try tubbing that one like George did. I want to get the body closer to the ground but still have wide tires. Or maybe extend the fender out to cover the tire. I don't like the look of tires sticking way out from the body. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pro 48 Fleetline Posted February 16, 2010 Share Posted February 16, 2010 (edited) Gee George this post is not about you ,that's kinda uncool to post your build of the same model on Jim`s post.Like whats up with that? Jim your model looks great.what kit is it? I was just making a comment between the two lids and showing mine as an example, not high jacking any thread just complimenting! I like the details in his willys cool build Edited February 16, 2010 by Pro 48 Fleetline Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whale392 Posted February 16, 2010 Share Posted February 16, 2010 Jim, you certainly made a silk purse from a sows ear! I have the newest AMT re-issue of this kit and I was HIGHLY disappointed when I got it home and opened. The only thing of value to me (in my personal opinion) in this kit was the SOHC engine. Maybe I'll have to re-visit this kit and take a third hard look at it. You did an excellent job with the build-up, and the final results look great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Cole Posted February 16, 2010 Share Posted February 16, 2010 Nobody hijacked anything in this thread. I think the internet is big enough for two (or more) builds to be shown here. BTW, nice build, Jim! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted February 16, 2010 Author Share Posted February 16, 2010 Thanks fellas. I don't take any offense that George posted his pic. Shows the difference in the deck lids. Would that be the black/copper kit? I haven't opened the box yet. If it's the same SOHC engine, the kit is worth it right there. I have Revell's new '32 5 window going through some interior work (Del Sol buckets & console) have have the parts seperated on a Nova. Too cold to be out in the shop for long periods of time. It's supposed to warm up by the weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vaughn Posted February 16, 2010 Share Posted February 16, 2010 I have finally decided...it does not matter how much time you spen on the interior or the chasis...its all about the body !!! You have no idea how much detail I spend on the other...its all about the body !!! NICE WORK>>>REALLY LIKE IT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 I agree- it's tough to get this kit much lower than a 2wd 3/4 ton pickup, which is understandable given it's gasser roots. I do like the stance you ended up with on yours! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Truby Posted February 18, 2010 Share Posted February 18, 2010 Good looking Willys you got there, Jim. John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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