geetee66 Posted June 3, 2012 Posted June 3, 2012 (edited) One of the most enjoyable builds to date. I think it was because I allowed my creativity to flow on this and ignored the instruction sheet! I've learnt a lot from this kit. I used the salt technique on the paint for the 1st time, did my 1st frame Z and scratchbuilt a new cab floor. I used wheels from the AMT 32 Ford Phaeton, engine from the AMT 49 Merc with upside-down headers with metal tips. Strombergs are from RMOM with alu velocity tubes. Front tires are parts box and the rears are M&H piecrust whitewall slicks from the AMT tyre set. I drilled the front axle and used a bit of PE mesh on the radiator grille. Headlights are parts box with yellow bulbs mounted on silver wire. The gearknob is made from solder, drilled and filed to a piston shape. I found some retro pin-up decals for inside the cab and weathered the whole thing with pastels. I'll post some engine and interior shots soon. Thanks for looking Edited June 3, 2012 by geetee66
Grumpa Posted June 3, 2012 Posted June 3, 2012 This is "VERY COOL" Guy. Nice idea, flipping the headers, and the salt - rust technique came out looking great. I'll have to give that a try one of these days.
geetee66 Posted June 3, 2012 Author Posted June 3, 2012 Cheers Mark. I encourage you to have a go at the salt technique. It yields good results and is so easy to do, I don't know why I haven't done it before.
rmvw guy Posted June 3, 2012 Posted June 3, 2012 That is just neat all over! It has your eyes going all over the place. I love it!
RedBanditCustoms Posted June 3, 2012 Posted June 3, 2012 Wow wonderful work man! I Really like those vintage green rims. Awesome!
jdcar32 Posted June 4, 2012 Posted June 4, 2012 Well executed in all respects, looks like a fun build.
VW Dave Posted June 4, 2012 Posted June 4, 2012 I love it, especially the weathered paint and the fuel drips on the tank
outlaw035 Posted June 4, 2012 Posted June 4, 2012 LUV IT...LUV IT....LUV IT...did i mention that i luv it...everything about it...just one very "KQQL" ratrod...
Dr. Cranky Posted June 4, 2012 Posted June 4, 2012 What a beauty. You hit a homerun with this one. Great details and touches throughout. Congrats.
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