SteveFL Posted December 26, 2014 Share Posted December 26, 2014 I've had this kit in storage since 1976 & I got the urge to give it go when I saw the box calling my name. It was more likely because the Bee Gees were playing on the radio. This is the old AMT kit which includes the standard sprues to build the factory E150. In addition, AMT includes a separate sprue that distinguishes this version with many of the other groovy van kits of the 70's,many of which I have. In the Disco Van kit, the extra sprue contains louvers for the back windows, simulated wooden bumpers, and the big chrome FORD face plate. The decals were surprisingly intact after all these years although I did spray a coat of Testors decal sealer before using them. Only one of the swirling stripe decals split and cracked; but a little surgery and a steady hand fixed that. I wanted to try and detail up the small block Ford Windsor engine and engine bay. Unfortunately, I should have been aware that most of the detail work is hidden due to the natural location of it being inside the cabin. However, I hope you can see some of the detail near the firewall such as the battery, master cylinder, etc. Wanting to backdate it, I custom made my own 1978 Florida license plate from a scaled down picture I found online. I made every effort to finish it just like the box top shows it. I used Testors Diamond Dust right out of the rattle can, then wet sanded it, polished it, and finally a coat of high gloss clear coat. I'm a bit disappointed in the stance as it seems to squat. I can't seem to fix it. Oh well, for my efforts I'm satisfied with the results and for such an old kit I had a good time with it. Hope you all enjoy the pics. Now where is my KC & The Sunshine Band 8-track? Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1930fordpickup Posted December 26, 2014 Share Posted December 26, 2014 (edited) Nice work! Not seeing the squat as much as the front seems a bit high . Just my eye looking at the pictures. If I remember from my youth the Vans did get jacked up also so I know where you are coming from. Edited December 26, 2014 by 1930fordpickup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatz4u Posted December 26, 2014 Share Posted December 26, 2014 Nice "Hippie Hotel", wish I still had mine.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelbuilder Mark Posted December 27, 2014 Share Posted December 27, 2014 nice save on the decal! A pain I bet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BirdWatcher Posted December 27, 2014 Share Posted December 27, 2014 Wow! I bet that decal was fun. Great job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrGlueblob Posted December 27, 2014 Share Posted December 27, 2014 I have a Disco Van in my stash. I've noticed AMT vans tend to be low in the rear..-The late 70's Dodge van is too. Nice paintwork amigo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MsDano85gt Posted December 27, 2014 Share Posted December 27, 2014 nice i love a good VAN ! That "FORD" grille reminds me of the big ol neckchains that the homies wear lol nice i love a good VAN ! That "FORD" grille reminds me of the big ol neckchains that the homies wear lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted December 27, 2014 Share Posted December 27, 2014 Super nice build and cool... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted December 27, 2014 Share Posted December 27, 2014 Nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 I'm not keen on the bumpers or the grille. But, you did a nice job on the kit. The paint and stripes look right for the time. Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 28, 2014 Share Posted December 28, 2014 Nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platerpants Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 is that where ford got the idea for the raptor grille. Nice work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted January 10, 2015 Share Posted January 10, 2015 Nice! Is it just me, or do the graphics sort of look like the old Turbo Buick logos? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddyfink Posted January 13, 2015 Share Posted January 13, 2015 When I get to finally build all my 70's vans, box art is the way to go! Nice job!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAMBENNA Posted January 15, 2015 Share Posted January 15, 2015 very cool, love the Van's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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