Ramfins59 Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Hello all. I fought with it a bit at final assembly, but it's done...!!! A few notes to anyone else who is going to build this kit; - - DON'T attach the front and rear pans until AFTER the chassis / interior assembly is installed (like the instructions say). I made the mistake of attaching them beforehand thinking it would look better when all painted in one shot. It doesn't matter because the seams where the pans attach to the body are covered by the bumpers anyway. - - Prepare for a LOT of cursing, swearing and sweating when fitting the completed engine / chassis / interior assembly into the body. IT IS A VERY TIGHT FIT...!!! You'll have to gingerly spread the body sides in order to get the rear inner fenderwells to slide down. - - Open up the locating holes a little bigger for the bumpers, the front fender ornaments, the mirrors and the antenna. After a couple of coats of primer, paint and clearcoat the holes get very tight for the pegs to fit. - - Slightly enlarge the locating holes for the windshield locating pins in the interior. It's such a tight fit that the glass literally snaps into place and the area around the locating holes cracks a little. Fortunately the cracks didn't travel into the windshield area. I'm suggesting that YOU slightly enlarge the locating holes just to be on the safe side so the glass doesn't crack on you. - - Glue the firewall into the body and not to the interior assembly as the instructions say. You'll get a better fit to the engine compartment that way. - - Make sure that the radiator and radiator support assembly are seated as low as you can get them or the hood won't close right (like mine..!!) I think those are all the major points of difficulty that everyone should be aware of, along with the exhaust system issues that I previously pointed out in my WIP thread for this model. Now, without further ado, let me introduce you to Christine's sister...... CHRISTINA....The GOOD 1958 Plymouth...... and here's a shot of the engine compartment Thanks to all for looking in at this.
slusher Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Rich, another great looking build. Nice Foil work also. Excellent deetail...
jeffs396 Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Great job Rich!!! Christina...cool! Hope to see it on the table at Castle Shannon in a few weeks!
Bad Apple Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Looks great! I just ordered this kit this morning.
pa3de8 Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Gotta say that when I saw the under hood shot I couldn't believe it wasn't real. Great detail there. Hopefully when I am finished with my 41 Ford Woody I can do the same. The whole build looks great Rich!
Paul H Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 (edited) Liking that a lot, & great to see one that isn't in Christine colours! These are probably one of my favourite late '50s designs, as they are so sleek and aggressive. Edited for spelling.... Edited February 22, 2013 by Paul H
johnbuzzed Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 I can't see it now but I'll check it over the weekend from home. Thanks for the building tips- I have one of these on my shelf with plans on paper for it.
Ace-Garageguy Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Fine looking model. All your BMF and extra underhood detail really bring it to life.
Harry P. Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 I like it! I think you did a great job on it.
Guest Johnny Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Love it! Even with it's issues it is still a good looking kit when done right!
Davewilly Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Looks great! Like the White look Most of them I have ever seen (models) are red or black..
MAGNUM4342 Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 For having fought you so hard it sure looks as if you wrestled it to submission. Well done but...what? No interior pics?
MikeyB08 Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Looking Good!!! Just a little tip about the body being a tight fit, next time take a soda can and cut the top and bottom off. Then cut the remaining can in half so you have 2 slates. Use the slates to help aide the body down so it doesnt get caught on anything. Worth a shot.
crazyjim Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Marvelous build, Rich. Terrific detail and SHINY :)
Models by Bear Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Wow! that's a lot of foil work ,Awesome job on this one
Sixties Sam Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Great looking Plymouth! I agree it's nice to see one that's not red. The foil work must have kept you busy! Good job on it and the whole car! Sam
TooOld Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Boy , she sure is purty ! Excellent job and I really love the colors ! Also the BMF and your engine detailing are first class .
phil-east Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 great work, its a fantastic looking model.
charlie8575 Posted February 22, 2013 Posted February 22, 2013 Rich, that came out beautifully. I have to say, in white, it looks really good. Charlie Larkin
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now