gasser59 Posted March 6, 2014 Posted March 6, 2014 I can't take credit for the idea and story behind this as that goes to Phil Elliott. Let me set this up. Its summer - in 1967. The setting is in the midwest the weekend before the big drag race and is set in the parking lot of a motel where the racers and crews are putting the final touches on the race cars after traveling. Some national teams have shown up as well as a bunch of local guys trying to prove themselves. There will be lots of activity going on. The first public showing of this 4' x 8' diorama will be at the upcoming MASSCAR show on Sunday, March 16, in Taunton, Massachusetts. It won’t be completed but it will be a good representation of what it will eventually be. More items will be coming in. If you have the chance and are going to MASSCAR, stop in and say HI to Terry. I have just a few pieces that I'm contributing including an ice machine, clamshell public phone, newspaper stand, flagpole and a Dodge C-700 ramp truck which has quite a bit to be done still. I've also done the artwork for a number of the race car's decals. I'm still working on the Mr. Norm's SuperCharger ramp truck decals. A big thank you to Terry Sumner for taking on the dio after Phil got it going. A number of SLM members have contributed and I can't list them all so I won't even start for fear of leaving someone out.. I'll post pictures tonight of what I have done so far. Hopefully there are others on here who can post their contributions.
gasser59 Posted March 7, 2014 Author Posted March 7, 2014 (edited) Here's a few photos to share. I know there's other SLM'es on here. Please post pics of your builds so I'm not the only one. The ice machine is from Scale Modeling by Chris and comes with the decals. I made an electrical power connection for a little bit of realism. The phone is also from SMBC. I added a newspaper on top, an old style Pepsi can and a metal encased phone book.. The newspaper stand is all scratch built and the front newspaper even has a very small picture of my 'Altered Ego' Fiat and the headline reads "Local Drag Race Tomorrow." Decals for the sides and back should be here soon. Then it will be complete. I have a few other incidentals like a toolbox, transmission parts, a '53 Ford handyman's truck that'll get some weathering, a Lincoln arc welder (yet to build) and a flagpole with fabric printed flag to contribute as well although they'll all not make it to Terry's for the MASSCAR show. Comments welcome. Edited September 11, 2017 by gasser59
charlie8575 Posted March 7, 2014 Posted March 7, 2014 Brad, we'll be quite pleased to host your exquisite craftsmanship, as witnessed by some of your builds I've seen over the years. MassCar is honored to have the presence of your work, and Terry safe-guarding it. Charlie Larkin
Casey Posted March 7, 2014 Posted March 7, 2014 Is this the same diorama project, Brad?: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=5117&hl=%22straight+line+modelers%22
gasser59 Posted March 7, 2014 Author Posted March 7, 2014 (edited) Thanks for your kind words Charlie. Much appreciated. Yes, Casey, its one and the same. I'm really looking forward to seeing photos of this all set-up at the show. Edited March 7, 2014 by gasser59
Bowtienutz Posted March 7, 2014 Posted March 7, 2014 I'm glad that Terry has become the caretaker of the the project it has always been the hope and plan that it could end up in a museum. Over the years the Eastern Museum of Motor Racing has taken a keen interest drag racing and model cars. This museum is free to to the public operates on donations drag racing fans that go to the York us 30 muslecar madness get a limo ride to museum.
Bowtienutz Posted March 7, 2014 Posted March 7, 2014 Disregard my previous post I caught up my emails on the SLM list, and I see that Terry is only the temporary holder of the diorama. Phil has other plans for it. I'll keep my nose out it once again. I never opened my mouth in all these years not sure why I did now. My apologies.
gasser59 Posted March 7, 2014 Author Posted March 7, 2014 Not to worry Vince. I was just trying to drum up some interest and let folks know the debut of the dio was going to be at MASSCAR next weekend.
gasser59 Posted March 8, 2014 Author Posted March 8, 2014 (edited) I'd like to share a few pictures of this dio in various stages of completion. Its never really all been assembled together so take that into account when viewing these pics. Edited September 11, 2017 by gasser59
gasser59 Posted March 8, 2014 Author Posted March 8, 2014 (edited) A few more. Even the rooms have racing related stuff in them. Edited September 11, 2017 by gasser59
gasser59 Posted March 8, 2014 Author Posted March 8, 2014 (edited) Here's the office with its functioning sign. Thanks for allowing me to get the word out and spark up some interest. Again, if you're attending MASSCAR, stop in and say "hi." Edited September 11, 2017 by gasser59
charlie8575 Posted March 8, 2014 Posted March 8, 2014 Really nice, Brad. I think this will be a big hit next weekend. Charlie Larkin
72 Charger Posted March 9, 2014 Posted March 9, 2014 Wow that is cool I wish I had the room to do somthing like this great work keep it up
the goon Posted March 10, 2014 Posted March 10, 2014 I think I've stayed there Great lookin' dio. Mark
Mister Twister Posted March 10, 2014 Posted March 10, 2014 Absolutely fantastic....I wanna see more!!
gasser59 Posted March 11, 2014 Author Posted March 11, 2014 Thanks for the positive feedback guys. Stay tuned to this thread for more updates. I'm hoping to have some pics from the show.
John Teresi Posted March 11, 2014 Posted March 11, 2014 Brad…….this is so cool……..I did not even know you were building this……..will it be at the DSC?
gasser59 Posted March 11, 2014 Author Posted March 11, 2014 John - I'm only building small parts for it. Every bit of this dio is being and has been built by members of the Straight Line Modelers group. One day, I sincerely hope we can show it at DSC, just not this year.
John Teresi Posted March 11, 2014 Posted March 11, 2014 John - I'm only building small parts for it. Every bit of this dio is being and has been built by members of the Straight Line Modelers group. One day, I sincerely hope we can show it at DSC, just not this year. Brad……it`s Spectacular…….I love it!!!!……..you guys are doing a Fabulous job.
gasser59 Posted March 11, 2014 Author Posted March 11, 2014 (edited) Here's a couple more vehicles for the parking lot. This gorgeous '55 was built by Larry Davis. Still needs its driver's side door handle. This little gem was built By Tim P. More pics to follow. Edited September 11, 2017 by gasser59
gasser59 Posted March 12, 2014 Author Posted March 12, 2014 (edited) This little sweet combo was crafted by Walter Urban. It was just finished up and still needs to be shipped. More pics when they come in. Thanks for your interest. Edited September 11, 2017 by gasser59
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