traditional Posted August 5, 2014 Posted August 5, 2014 (edited) This '52 International panel truck was extensively (but subtly) modified from a $29 NAPA promo a few years ago. The promo was a '53 version that has a different front end design and it also had a tail-gate instead of the correct vertical rear doors. The modified model was a collaboration between my brother, Larry, and me which included: the complete fabricated grille/hood front (including the trim done in plated brass), The hinged rear doors (done in brass), detailed engine, single seat interior (including heater ducting and inside-mounted spare wheel/tire), tubing exhaust, valve stems on the wheels. etc. Factory reference was used to insure accuracy throughout, and the paint was basecoat/clearcoat. My brother and I always enjoy making models of vehicles that aren't available in kit form, and we also always liked the styling of the '50 -'52 International small trucks with their 'mustache' grille.....so this model was very satisfying to complete. We tend to use whatever materials will give us the desired result.......plastic, metal, resin, whatever. Edited August 5, 2014 by traditional 1
traditional Posted August 5, 2014 Author Posted August 5, 2014 (edited) These two pics show the original Napa promo with the '53 grille as well as the incorrect (for the panel version) tailgate rear door. Edited August 5, 2014 by traditional 1
wayne swayze Posted August 5, 2014 Posted August 5, 2014 You guys sure did a fabulous job on that panel truck! Super clean work on an unusual subject! Really nice!
Danno Posted August 5, 2014 Posted August 5, 2014 Most excellent! Always loved those old cornbinders.
unclescott58 Posted August 6, 2014 Posted August 6, 2014 Wow! Is that nice. You guys did a great job on that. Scott
peekay Posted August 6, 2014 Posted August 6, 2014 Fantastic conversion!!! Beautifully finished model with fine workmanship throughout and a totally convincing overall appearance.
Silver Foxx Posted August 6, 2014 Posted August 6, 2014 I always love looking at your work , your skills are amazing .
DynoMight Posted August 7, 2014 Posted August 7, 2014 Cool! I've never seen one of those at all. Great paint..
Duntov Posted August 7, 2014 Posted August 7, 2014 This is some really nice work!! I like that you spent some time correcting this one --- it turned out really nice!!
1 bad55 stan Posted August 8, 2014 Posted August 8, 2014 Like Ray said it is impressive,I need to check out this part of mcm more!
Dominik Posted August 8, 2014 Posted August 8, 2014 Wow, this is beautiful! Please show us more from your works!
Guest Posted August 8, 2014 Posted August 8, 2014 That is so cool Cliff! I always enjoy checking out your work!
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