'29 Ford Radiator material

[Der Bugmeister]

Building a '29 Ford, and I'm not totally thrilled with the effect of the moulded radiator grill. What sort of screening or other material have you found to be good for this application?

[Ace-Garageguy]

This is about the best I've seen. Some guys use screen, but I don't really think it looks right.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-24-RADIATOR-FACE-PHOTO-ETCH-DETAIL-TAMIYA-REVELL-HIRO-/290650248378

[Der Bugmeister]

That stuff looks good, but a bit pricey for the level of detail on this project. Any idea on the dimension of the sheet they sell? I couldn't see any info on that...

[Ace-Garageguy]

My sheet is getting pretty small, but I think it comes in about 3"X4", which is enough for several models.

[blunc]

a long time ago I saw that wire mesh was used in transmission filters, I never got around to chasing down one to tear it apart but what I did see was very fine mesh and may suitable if you can salvage some.

[Der Bugmeister]

I found a good mesh material at my LHS which I think is going to work out nicely. Cost less than an eighth of stuff that Bill suggested (granted that more expensive stuff looks really good)

I'll post some pics once I get it assembled.