Tumbler75 Posted March 26, 2011 Posted March 26, 2011 (edited) OK, I wasn't gonna post this but I'm so far along that some people are jus' thinking I'm jus' plain nutz for tackling this project. A friend of mine who owns a detailing shop presented the idea of a Chrysler 300C Hearse to me when one came through his shop one day. Next time it came in I snapped off a couple of photos and got to work. So far the frame has been stretched to the 131" Wheelbase and securely joined, rear seat and parcel shelf removed, body stretched, modified, and joined together (with pins in the rocker panels for security). Now comes the fun part. Making all the reinforcements and body panels to make this car a true Hearse, including the interior and bed. Enjoy! continued on next page..... Edited July 31, 2014 by Tumbler75
Tumbler75 Posted March 26, 2011 Author Posted March 26, 2011 And the pics continue........ The car almost measures a full 9" on a regular ruler!! Talk about a long car! Enjoy!
spad007 Posted March 26, 2011 Posted March 26, 2011 Hearse? Or flower car? Open bed stretch limos are Flower cars. there were a few here in the Denver area one a nice old Packard. never see them any more. any way your Car looks good so far. and thank You for showing it.
GTMust Posted March 26, 2011 Posted March 26, 2011 That's great challenge and a great start! What will you use to create the extended roof line and the rear access door for the coffin? Just a suggestion but the Johan ambulance and possibly a modified Nomad roof may work. On the other hand, with your obvious talents, you could probably scratchbuid it! Tony.
Custom Hearse Posted March 26, 2011 Posted March 26, 2011 AWESOME!!! I was thinking about building one after I saw this one on E-Bay... I will DEFINITELY be watching this build!!! Nice work so far!
Tumbler75 Posted March 26, 2011 Author Posted March 26, 2011 Thanx everyone for the comments! It helps me keep going on this project. 2nd Update today! I haven't been able to put this car down! But it's rainy and cold so it's all good! LoL Well started the bracing and some of the roof work. Now you'll see why I left the roof intact in the front like I did. Hehe Yes this is going to be a "Hi-Top" hearse because these cars don't have much headroom as it is. I also "squared" off the rear door windows. As promised the rear door panels. Enjoy!
Peter Lombardo Posted March 26, 2011 Posted March 26, 2011 This will be interesting! Great start...you are doing a very skilled job of mating the two bodies together.I find the real car rather ungainly and odd looking , but it is different. Go for it and have fun with it.
blubaja Posted March 26, 2011 Posted March 26, 2011 Sweet! Hearses are awsome!! I'll be watching this.
Modlbldr Posted March 27, 2011 Posted March 27, 2011 Nice quality work so far. Keep it up. A flower car would be a good companion build for this one. I hope I don't die BEFORE you finish it. LOL. Later-
David G. Posted March 27, 2011 Posted March 27, 2011 I've been thinking about making a hearse from a Dodge Magnum wagon. Seeing how you're making your conversion is quite educational. Looks good so far! David G.
GTMust Posted March 28, 2011 Posted March 28, 2011 Well, you certainly answered my roof question in a BIG way!!! WOW!! Now you've really got my interest. Tony
Tumbler75 Posted March 28, 2011 Author Posted March 28, 2011 First of I wanna thank everyone for their comments! It has been a great help to keep me motivated and focused on this build. It's been a build in the planning for years. I know a lot of you wouldn't believe I did this unless you saw this thread and the updates that come along with it. Well here's another update! I present to you an almost completely ready for body work Hearse! I have the back half completely sealed up. Now it's time to let her rest and the glue cure before I fine tune the rest. Thanx again for following everyone.
Tumbler75 Posted March 28, 2011 Author Posted March 28, 2011 Update 2! I'm on a roll fellas! I got the rear end done, door made, and jamb installed as well. Now it's on to a ton of body work. Wish me luck! Enough of my blabbin'. On to the pics! Enjoy!
GTMust Posted March 29, 2011 Posted March 29, 2011 If ever you want a job in my miniature body shop.... just let me know...... no pay but lots of fun! Can't wait to see the finished body. Tony
gautreau Posted March 30, 2011 Posted March 30, 2011 Great scratchbuilding.Lookin forward to seeing this build completed.
Tumbler75 Posted March 31, 2011 Author Posted March 31, 2011 I'll get one soon. Gonna start on the interior soon. Jus' can't touch the body at the moment since I put styrene putty on everything. Update comin' soon. I promise.
David@MinidreamsInc. Posted March 31, 2011 Posted March 31, 2011 Jason i'm lookin in my stash boxes as we speak for another casket for you ! If i find 1 i'll let you know sir !
Custom Hearse Posted April 1, 2011 Posted April 1, 2011 I'll get one soon. Gonna start on the interior soon. Jus' can't touch the body at the moment since I put styrene putty on everything. Update comin' soon. I promise. Coolness!!! Looking forward to the update!
Tumbler75 Posted April 3, 2011 Author Posted April 3, 2011 UPDATE TIME!! Ok, I wasn't gonna bore you guys with the 4 days of styrene putty drying time, then 2 days of sanding, bondoing in the low spots, and sanding some more. I have to say I'm rather happy with the results. I do see some spots that need fixed. The saying is true. No Two Hearses are ever alike! LoL Enough of my blabbin'. On to the pics. I scribed all door lines, trim lines, etc after all the sanding was done. Then I sprayed it with 1 light coat of primer and sanded it to find the spots that needed work. This is the result of 3 light coats and one good coat of "Filler/Sandable Primer" by DupliColor. Then a light polish to smooth it out nicely. Enjoy! P.S. Thanx to all those who have followed this build! It's been a blast to build this 1 off ride! David@Minidreams I appreciate you lookin' in your stash for another casket for me. It's much appreciated.
Custom Hearse Posted April 3, 2011 Posted April 3, 2011 AWESOME! This is turning out really well. I'm already looking forward to the next update!
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