Sunny Side Classic (Revell 56 Del Ray)--How Do You Want Your Eggs?

[Dr. Cranky]

Been working for the last three weeks on 4 56 Del Rays, and this weekend I am finishing all of them. Here's the first off the line, simply called Sunny Side because of the color, which is a custom mix of enamel paint and PEARL EX bling finished with a few coats of Model Master clear. Enjoy.

The look I was after was NOT an all out street machine, but a mild, smooth and classy hot rod . . .

The wheels are from The Modelhaus (170-Cs).

Edited September 15, 2012 by Dr. Cranky

[Dr. Cranky]

A few more . . .

Although I beefed up the engine with custom carbs and stacks, I left it stock for the most part. What I've always loved about this kit is the clean way it all comes together in particular inside the engine bay.

[Dr. Cranky]

Last round:

[Heartattaq]

Beautifully executed, really dig that color too

[rmvw guy]

Nice job Doc, you are the Master! Can't wait to see the rest.

[beeRS]

Nice clean model. I love the colour.

[Dr. Cranky]

Thank you, Ron and Sonny. I had a couple of issues with this kit, but all my fault. The first was that I place the radiator part in place before gluing on the grill and so there's a separation on one side of the grill and the body. Not a big deal. The other was with the rear tires which I should have made to fit a bit better.

But overall, I like the look of this model and I also like the color. Reminds me of some of the best breakfasts I've had at the Waffle House. LOL!

[1972coronet]

NICE !! Exceptional workmanship ; love that colour !! This is one super slick '56

Those gorgeous wheel covers look like Cadillac pieces ; are they ?

[Dr. Cranky]

I believe so. Again, they are The Modelhouse parts. Thank you.

[phil-east]

absolute beauty, i too love the colour and it's a super clean build. great work doc ! i'm looking forward to seeing the others.

[cobraman]

She's a keeper ! Nice work.

[Dr. Cranky]

Thanks for the kind words, everybody. I'm on to the second Del Ray now. Putting on the finishing touches on the engine.

[Harry P.]

It's not too late to take off the rear suspension and narrow it a bit, so the rear wheels will fit within the wheelwells without hitting the body.

[outragis]

Very cool! I would love to drive this 56! thanks for the eye candy!

[jamesG]

very nice doc. you didn't even scuff the tires, you're slipping.

[H.A.K]

Wow that's real nice. Great work.

[outlaw035]

cool five-six....crazyjim gonna love it....its shiny...

[CorvairJim]

cool five-six....crazyjim gonna love it....its shiny...

Crazy Jim? CORVAIR JIM loves this! Now all you need is a scrapple sandwich to serve with your fried egg!

[Dr. Cranky]

It's not too late to take off the rear suspension and narrow it a bit, so the rear wheels will fit within the wheelwells without hitting the body.

In this case I am afraid so, Harry. The whole rear suspension and wheels is held together with two part resin. It's not that bad. LOL, maybe I am getting way too lazy in my old age.

very nice doc. you didn't even scuff the tires, you're slipping.

James, I hit the tires and white wides with a bit of dullcoat, but no, you are right, these are pretty brand spanking new tires. LOL.

Thanks for the kind words, everyone. I have another one finished and going up.

[Danno]

Nice.

[Sixx]

Yep, Yep, sunny side up!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Nice Doc!!!

[Dr. Cranky]

Thank ye, thank ye, y'all!

[thatz4u]

No RUST anywhere...what did you do to the real Dr. Cranky????

[Dr. Cranky]

Al, not to worry, the RUST will return because EYEGORE just got this tattooed on his rump: LONG LIVE RUST! LOL!

[Cool Hand]

Nice work as always Virgil.