John Goschke Posted April 29, 2007 Posted April 29, 2007 Hi Guys, I'm a newbie, here on the Model Cars forum. I see a lot of fine work here! Here's my first contribution... It's a conversion of the Monogram 1/25 '55 convertible to a two door hardtop, using the roof and glass from the old tool AMT '57 Chevy. I absolutely had to get this done before Revell/Monogram releases the kit this year! The engine is the dual-quad 283 from AMT's new tool '57 with valve covers from their '57 Vette, and air cleaners from the '62 Super Duty Catalina. The transmission mounts had to relocated and new header pipes were needed to mate the '55 exhaust to the '57 manifolds. The fan and front engine cover from the '55 and a little shaving of the fan pulley were necessary to clear the radiator. Bumpers are from the AMT '55 Nomad and wheel covers are from their '53 Corvette. Paint is Tamiya Gold with Tamiya Clear. Interior colors are Testors enamels mixed to the '55 red and ivory color combo, except for the lower dash which is Tamiya Gold/Clear. The car's also been lowered a little--about 2 1/2" front, 2" rear and of course it's been "nosed, decked, and shaved"! Hope you like it!
Bruce Poage Posted April 29, 2007 Posted April 29, 2007 Great googley-moogley! What an awesome project. You work looks absolutely outstanding. Congratulations on the time, patience and know-how.
Randy Kern Posted April 29, 2007 Posted April 29, 2007 John, that is surgically clean and precise! You certainly know how to make a first impression, for sure. Fantastic work, and welcome to the forum.
MrObsessive Posted April 29, 2007 Posted April 29, 2007 That's one of the CLEANEST conversions I've yet seen of that car!! Super excellent work!!.................and welcome!
BIGTRUCK Posted April 29, 2007 Posted April 29, 2007 The gold and interior colors work well together...very cool
Pat Cardz Posted April 29, 2007 Posted April 29, 2007 Great work on the conversion, the color scheme is sharp as well!
Modellpularn Posted April 29, 2007 Posted April 29, 2007 WOW! Great looking Chevy! I've seen this one before, but I don't mind looking at it again. Your photos are great too! Welcome to the forum, I'm a bit of a newbie myself.
Lyle Willits Posted April 30, 2007 Posted April 30, 2007 That is beautiful. You absolutely nailed the mild custom look of the late 50's. Now, hook up with the Philly boys and get to our show on May 12. Sure would like to see this one in person..
John Goschke Posted May 1, 2007 Author Posted May 1, 2007 Thanks for feedback, guys! It's much appreciated.
Harry P. Posted May 1, 2007 Posted May 1, 2007 I have to agree with everyone else's comments. That's a real beauty. Superb craftsmanship...a spectacular model :!:
Ariel Posted May 1, 2007 Posted May 1, 2007 John is one of the Philly guyz we rescued him from an airplane club. Just think about all that talent going to waste on some plane. by the way hello John :mrgreen:
bulldog Posted May 1, 2007 Posted May 1, 2007 8) one of the nicest 55's i have ever seen, beautiful, great job
soonerolds Posted May 2, 2007 Posted May 2, 2007 Well, aside from the xclnt photography, the xclnt bare metal foil application, paint job, engine detail, etc....it's like one of mine. Great job. Show us more of your work.
bsoder Posted May 2, 2007 Posted May 2, 2007 I just gotta go along with all the above!!..WOW..Superb :shock:
Steve H. Posted May 2, 2007 Posted May 2, 2007 Beautiful build, It makes quite an impression! Excellent color choice, gold seems to be an uncommon color in model building. Welcome to the forum!
John Goschke Posted May 2, 2007 Author Posted May 2, 2007 John is one of the Philly guyz we rescued him from an airplane club. Just think about all that talent going to waste on some plane. by the way hello John :mrgreen: ...And usually an Aurora or Frog plane at that! Thank you for helping me see the light, Mr. Epstein!
Ariel Posted May 2, 2007 Posted May 2, 2007 ...And usually an Aurora or Frog plane at that! Thank you for helping me see the light, Mr. Epstein! That is Dr. Epstein :mrgreen:
Ariel Posted May 2, 2007 Posted May 2, 2007 John put some pics of your 32 ford. Its one of my favorite. You make an excellent addition to the philly guyz. Dr Epstein
Randy Kern Posted May 2, 2007 Posted May 2, 2007 Ariel, I think Lyle would be proud to have a doctor in the family! :mrgreen:
John Goschke Posted May 3, 2007 Author Posted May 3, 2007 John put some pics of your 32 ford. Its one of my favorite. You make an excellent addition to the philly guyz. Dr Epstein Thanks, Ariel! Which '32, with fenders or without?
Bob Doebley Posted May 3, 2007 Posted May 3, 2007 Looks great John, Can not wait to see it at tomorrow nights meeting. Why don't you post both 32's they are both outstanding. Glad we rescued you from the airplane people. Will you be able to make the Mid-Atlantic NNL on the 12th. I think the prison van will be running agin and you are invite to ride along with us. Bob D
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