dontgobrassit Posted January 20, 2008 Posted January 20, 2008 (edited) Here's my wedge cut lead sled. I cut about 5/8" out of the back. The paint is Tamiya Lime Green base with Testors pearl and a 2-step automotive epoxy clear. Here you can see how much the body was cut out of the back. The taillights are made from red plastic that I machined in my lathe. I made the decals from an image that I found on the internet. I airbrushed a light coat of dirty wash thinner over the bottom to give it a slightly aged look. I added a little wire detail and carburator linkage to the stock engine. I hope that you enjoy this one as much as I did building it. Thanks, Edited January 20, 2008 by dontgobrassit
Steve H. Posted January 20, 2008 Posted January 20, 2008 She's a Beauty! Quite possibly one of the most memorable Mercs built in the last 6 mos! I'm looking forward to checking it out in person at the NNL West!
Raul_Perez Posted January 20, 2008 Posted January 20, 2008 She's a Beauty! Quite possibly one of the most memorable Mercs built in the last 6 mos! I'm looking forward to checking it out in person at the NNL West! Steve nailed it on that one!! That's one serious wedge cut there, Jerry!! I may have to get you to cut one like that for me!!
ajulia Posted January 21, 2008 Posted January 21, 2008 Hello there friend! YIKES! The color , stance ,decals and especially the white walls- Old school "bomber" style I LOVE IT! Mi amigo" Keep on wit the keepin on! Peace AJulia
Dr. Cranky Posted January 21, 2008 Posted January 21, 2008 Very cool. Love the graphics and the color. I think this one will get lots of attention on the showbench!!! Very cool!
RatRod Posted January 21, 2008 Posted January 21, 2008 It really has a different look with the wedge cut!! I came up with a color similar years ago using Testors 50's aqua & pearl clear, I'm amazed that the pearl clear toned the candy lime green down that much. Your decals look awesome too!!!
Lyle Willits Posted January 21, 2008 Posted January 21, 2008 Very unique and innovative way to build a Merc. Super job!
bsoder Posted January 21, 2008 Posted January 21, 2008 Well I'll be looking forward to seeing this beauty at the NNLW ...and any other jewels your bringin'!!!
cruz Posted January 21, 2008 Posted January 21, 2008 There are so many ways of building this model, you did a very nice job on yours, I like those graphics!!!!
curt raitz Posted January 22, 2008 Posted January 22, 2008 Jerry you ol' hound dog...showin' off again! that's a serious wedgy ya got there lookin' good c'ya at the NNL West
Raul_Perez Posted January 22, 2008 Posted January 22, 2008 Jerry that's a serious wedgy ya got there Now that's funny!!
dontgobrassit Posted January 24, 2008 Author Posted January 24, 2008 (edited) Thanks for comments on may wedge. Edited June 19, 2008 by dontgobrassit
CEKPETHO BCE Posted July 5, 2011 Posted July 5, 2011 I love that green color on '49 mercs. Beautiful model. Looks sectioned, very nice. 10/10
Terry Sumner Posted July 5, 2011 Posted July 5, 2011 Great job! Did you take any pics along the way of that cut you made?
Mooneyzs Posted July 6, 2011 Posted July 6, 2011 Very Nice looking Merc. Color and graphics look great. The rest is just as clean.
charlie8575 Posted July 6, 2011 Posted July 6, 2011 Nicely executed. It's a nice change from normal,and that color is outstanding. Charlie Larkin
bobthehobbyguy Posted May 8, 2021 Posted May 8, 2021 Cool 49 mercury. A different take on a car thats been customized a lot of ways.
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