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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2014 12:15:43 GMT -7
GP: Thanks! I actually recognized the source of the wheels by the first pic since the valve covers are the same as from my '86 Iaconia Budweiser T-bird kit (429 Boss Hemi). This kit is still on the Revell website and there are a lot of them on Ebay, so it'll be in my hands by end of month LOL! What a great wheel construction; much better than the '86 versions.
I 2nd the color of root beer; it's awesome!
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Post by jbailey on Jan 15, 2014 14:35:25 GMT -7
GP: Thanks! I actually recognized the source of the wheels by the first pic since the valve covers are the same as from my '86 Iaconia Budweiser T-bird kit (429 Boss Hemi). This kit is still on the Revell website and there are a lot of them on Ebay, so it'll be in my hands by end of month LOL! What a great wheel construction; much better than the '86 versions. I 2nd the color of root beer; it's awesome! I think revell re-released the motorcraft tbird in October or so of this year. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2014 14:53:14 GMT -7
JB: Aarrrrgggghhh! Man I wanted those wheels, chromed just the way they were. I've got resin pro stars that just don't have the depth or personality of those shown and you've gotta buy wheel backs. I picked up some that are just like the Shoebox Ford long before I bought the entire kit but again, you've got this klugey (sp?) way of putting some 3 piece backs together to make 'em work.
I guess it must not be very easy or profitable, but the best wheels for me are either one piece where the axle tube is molded into the wheel rear or at least the wheel has an easy to assemble two piece and a little CA glue holds them really good from inside the tire.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2014 19:45:09 GMT -7
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2014 19:56:49 GMT -7
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Post by jbailey on Jan 15, 2014 20:34:16 GMT -7
That's looking great, I'm gonna have to get me some of that root beer paint for some hot rod builds. Keep up the great work!
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Post by gardnerpag44 on Jan 15, 2014 22:54:24 GMT -7
This is looking sweet tbill I like it  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 16, 2014 12:26:30 GMT -7
Awesome matching the block to the truck! Have you looked for a little silver flocking for the seats? Maybe a couple of stripes, one for the drivers side and one for the passenger, top to seating area front. Not like a lowrider, just a little mellow comfort  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2014 15:15:30 GMT -7
thanks guys, it's coming together mitch, just trying to really nail it as an OOB build, trying to get the little details to make the difference. more progress today...      |
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Post by gardnerpag44 on Jan 18, 2014 16:18:57 GMT -7
Looking great nice dash detail and great bed floor that's awesome |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2014 19:34:35 GMT -7
lookin good!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 19, 2014 7:28:45 GMT -7
That's looking regal knarf! You've got that tin-type color of a real gas tank down pat! I give it 10 right now!!!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 19, 2014 8:21:00 GMT -7
thanks guys, hope to get more done today, got almost everything painted and ready to glue.....
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2014 17:47:25 GMT -7
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2014 17:49:22 GMT -7
the body 'on' pic's were just mock up to see how it was looking, but it's close......
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2014 18:03:25 GMT -7
It's looking great!
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Post by gardnerpag44 on Jan 22, 2014 18:31:37 GMT -7
This is great looking great color contrast nice engine well done so far |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2014 19:06:31 GMT -7
lookin VERY good:)
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Post by AK on Jan 22, 2014 19:07:32 GMT -7
Man this is looking great! As others have stated, I really love the color and the matching wheels and poverty caps with white wall tires really sets it off!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2014 19:57:06 GMT -7
thanks guys, not much left to do now.....
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2014 22:39:32 GMT -7
TBill: WOW! What a great build! That truck is some serious eye candy! (root beer to be exact). The body just looks fantastic. I love the finish on the paint, very reflective. And the engine just matches perfectly. Super impressive! I can't wait to see the finished product!
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Post by CustomMuscle on Jan 23, 2014 7:40:07 GMT -7
Sweet TBill Love it !!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 24, 2014 16:21:57 GMT -7
Serious eye candy my brother! Not quite on the same vein, but I have a tendency to wire and plumb like a madman. Revell has released a 2&1 Hemi 'Cuda kit that is on my 2-3 year bucket list to build - absolutely box stock for the sheer pleasure of the hobby like you've done here. Let the bidding begin!!!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 24, 2014 18:10:41 GMT -7
thanks for the kind words guys. it's coming together pretty good, as always, it has it's issues, but, it's fairly clean and only have a few small paint issues. not too bad for my 8th build. still getting the hang of stuff, lol.
mitch, maybe as I build more kits, I may get more 'detail' oriented [wires/plumbing/etc.], but for now, I am trying to build the best kit I can out of the box, and it's enjoyable. I think at this point if I try to get too detailed it may seem like work, and take the fun out of it.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 24, 2014 19:14:08 GMT -7
I think building a kit right out of the box is a challenge in its own. I can't help but shave, cut, or slice something almost every single time. It's a challenge for me anyways
Coming along great
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Post by Deleted on Jan 28, 2014 15:52:38 GMT -7
ok, calling it done, other than a clean and wax  . off to start a 'finished' thread. |
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. off to start a 'finished' thread.