kennb Posted November 7, 2011 Author Posted November 7, 2011 I have the windshield done but think it is not right. Maybe too high. KennB
MrObsessive Posted November 7, 2011 Posted November 7, 2011 Kenn, just as an observation--------that windshield would look really cool if you were to shape it more in the manner of GM's 1957-58 C-bodied cars. They had a steep forward rake to them which would suit the lines of what you're doing. Since this is a '55 Styling Study, that would have been the model years they would have been working on at the time. Keep up the FANTASTIC work............Lookin' real good so far!
jaymcminn Posted November 7, 2011 Posted November 7, 2011 Breathtaking work so far, but I agree with Bill about that windshield. It actually looks a bit like a vintage speed boat with the height and lack of rake. Maybe a frameless wrap-around windshield?
GTMust Posted November 7, 2011 Posted November 7, 2011 It actually looks a bit like a vintage speed boat with the height and lack of rake. Maybe a frameless wrap-around windshield? Breathtaking,......! Incredible styling and construction. Can't help feeling you're creating the ultimate "Amphicar".... and I mean that in the most awesome way! Tony
Dr. Cranky Posted November 7, 2011 Posted November 7, 2011 I can't get enough of this build. You are making wonderful progress.
MrObsessive Posted November 7, 2011 Posted November 7, 2011 Ahhhh....that new windshield frame suits that nicely now!
Dr. Cranky Posted November 7, 2011 Posted November 7, 2011 You know I keep coming back to this one in hopes that you discuss a bit further how you intend to smooth out all of that body work.
kennb Posted November 7, 2011 Author Posted November 7, 2011 Eye-ore should be pleased. My techniques are very carefully planned and carried out for getting the body ready for paint. Be mindfull that this is a very quick build and was a small diversion from my other build. (It is a 7 day build and will be done Saterday> painting on Wednsday).There will be no fancy frame nor motor at this point. The filler is very carefully applied to the areas that i need to smooth out. (see photo) For this I am using the carpenters filler. It does not react to the plastic and does not crack when it drys. I like the model body filler also but it does not come in 1 gallon tubes It does take a few fine finsh coats to get the little divis filled. I used a lot more filler on this than I normally use. The lower sides did not come out as good as I wanted thefirst run through. This takes about 5 hours to dry out so that I can sand it down. I use 150 grit and a wood ruler to block it out. For fine details I use a set of 2 dollar needle files. (I tend to go overboard on buying them for high buck). After blocking there are aways voids to take care of, See the front fender. At this point it is ready for the first primer coat. I use rattle can that I get at WalMart for a buck. But will gt into that part later. To get the plastic roughed out I use the sand paper and files for that too. Plastic falls like rain about me. The one thing to keep in mind is that the panels need to be as straight as you can get them with the ruler and sand paper. Use long strokes the full length. After the primer i use 600 wet or dry. I use a limited supply of tools to work. Basically an exacto knife, wood ruler, pencil, sand paper and files. I make all the parts by hand and scale them with my eyes. (I use 3 power maginfing glasses). I use the files a lot to make the different parts. The second windhield frame is 4 pieces cut to cshape, assembled and filed to smooth them out. I will finish sanding with some 600 before I primer them. I don't go overboard until after the primer since the stuff I use fills a lot of the sanding makes. I hope this answers some questions and if anyone wants I can add some more on this later. I appreciate all the questions and hope that I convey the answers adaquately (sp) Thank you for al the comments, they all are helpful to make a better model. KennB
Terror Posted November 7, 2011 Posted November 7, 2011 Nice work.Reminds me of a speedboat.Lets see more.
Tony T Posted November 7, 2011 Posted November 7, 2011 Wow, Kenn...this is just too cool!! Thanks for sharing your process...truly awesome!!
kennb Posted November 7, 2011 Author Posted November 7, 2011 4 days in. First coat of primer. Most will be sanded off. KennB
surfjunke Posted November 8, 2011 Posted November 8, 2011 What a great design & idea. That is some fine scratchbuilding. Looks very cool.
rustybill1960 Posted November 11, 2011 Posted November 11, 2011 :blink: WOW! That is some "impressive" scratch building there Dude! A real "ground up" build for sure!! Thank You so very much for sharing with Us ! I really like it! Later Russ
bandit1 Posted November 11, 2011 Posted November 11, 2011 WHAT THE.... :blink: ! I saw the first post and is it me or do i spy that you started out with an amt 62'ish thunderbird? What are you going to call this ..."THING"?
kennb Posted November 11, 2011 Author Posted November 11, 2011 (edited) Actually this is a marriage of 2 drawings I found on the net from some 1950ish designs. I used the front from one and the rear from another, the only drawings of the car. I dont have a name for it as of yet, maybe someone can come up with a suggestion. They do have the T Bird look to them for sure. By the way.....I dont use kits for my scratch builds for any parts. I am going to be adding color to this tomorrow, a light bronze metalic, Chrysler Champagne Pearl.I have to finsih some details and have it done his weekend. I am a little behind on this project becasue I have another I started last night. It is for another thread I am posting. It will also be finished this week end KennB Edited November 11, 2011 by kennb
kennb Posted November 12, 2011 Author Posted November 12, 2011 I applied some color and did not like the outcome. It is far too light for what I wanted. Back to the auto parts store There was some light finish distortions on the hood also, rather strange since i did no work in that location.. will sand it down and do it ove with a darker bronze finish.
Dr. Cranky Posted November 12, 2011 Posted November 12, 2011 Kenn, the execution is fabulous . . . some wonderful styling cues . . . but there are some rough spots still on the body. Are you sanding again? This thing is going to be super cool, and you'll end up with a model that nobody's ever seen. Well, you know what I mean. We are seeing it as you build it, this is pure eye candy.
kennb Posted November 12, 2011 Author Posted November 12, 2011 (edited) It is being sanded down at this time. I noted the rough areas too. I have been having trouble with the filler on this one and going to use different fillers on the next models. I am sanding and taking care of the bad spots and then refinishing in a darker color. This is far too light for what I wanted. I would like a color shift in the dark bronze hues but not sure this is even possible, so just may shoot smoe highlights. Edited November 12, 2011 by kennb
Dr. Cranky Posted November 12, 2011 Posted November 12, 2011 I think candies might get you close to what you are after . . .
kennb Posted November 14, 2011 Author Posted November 14, 2011 I am having trouble deciding whether to include the ribs on the rear "wings or not". that is about all I need to finish on this one. Painting the interior and wheels. KennB
Psychographic Posted November 14, 2011 Posted November 14, 2011 I am having trouble deciding whether to include the ribs on the rear "wings or not". KennB I vote yes to the ribs.
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