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Post by lownslow on Dec 16, 2010 14:10:34 GMT -5
I think this is a more appropriate place for this thread, Man am I pumped. Finished the tailgate hinges and they really, really work.   Though they're kind of like my knees. God only gave them so many jumps. Did more detail up front. Added fuel line, linkage, battery tray,and upper radiator hoses.  When the radiator is glued it will be parallel with the windshield. The exhaust will sweep back along the body above the fender ending with a fishtail. I'm debating giving it a wrapped insulation look. Paint will be desert sand camo. The doors are begging for a logo and I think it will say "ERWIN'S KUSTOMS AND SURPLUS". Thanks for looking |
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Post by doggie427 on Dec 16, 2010 16:25:05 GMT -5
LOVE IT !!!
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Post by lownslow on Dec 24, 2010 17:56:17 GMT -5
I did some more work today. How to put a cab on has been bugging me so after looking at some deuce and a half soft tops I came up with this.  Right now it's just a piece of cardboard but it gives the feel I'm trying for. The double cowl windshield is chopped and infilled with styrene. I'll cut a small rear window.  This is some oak veneer left over from redoing a singer sewing machine cabinet. It will work well for the truck bed. Merry Christmas all. |
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Post by moparmarc68 on Dec 25, 2010 21:53:10 GMT -5
What a great project, I'll be watching for updates.
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Post by lownslow on Dec 26, 2010 11:21:39 GMT -5
These techniques may be old hat to most of you but they were an inspiration to me. They are the use of scribing and templates. For template material the cardboard on the back of note pads or legal pads is ideal. For scribing a cheap compass, without that bothersome arc between the two arms, works well. Then it's just a matter of sharp pencils and steady hands.  The above pic is doing what's already done. Initially the cardboard was a rectangle fitted against the front of the box and the compass spread a little larger than the biggest gap on the side. After one side is done the same is done for the other. Then they're set in place and taped together.  This is the cab template. Again it started with a cardboard rectangle and the width marked by eye. The front curve was done by careful measurement (7/64) and the rear curve is parallel to the front. The side pieces were done with creative license (valid only in Iowa) and taped on the underside to the top. When cutting this from styrene a french curve was invaluable. If you don't have one they can be found at Staples, and yes I have an easy button on my work bench. Here's a pic of the templates and they're final products.  The top side bend was done by scoring the line only part way through.  The ears hanging over the side will be cut to follow the curve of the body. I hope this wasn't a rehash of often used tricks as they were a revelation to me. Of course a person with Alzheimer's meets new friends every day too. |
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Post by lownslow on Jan 5, 2011 19:13:50 GMT -5
While a Michaels today for a couple of brushes I remembered someone saying there might be cool stuff in other areas and sure enough there in the charms was this swan. After cutting off his poor little head and doing some serious body modifications I found this hood ornament inside.  The kit headlight lenses are sort of dufus so with some Alclad and acetat they look more better now.  The bed is finished with tung oil for a dull finish and the skid strips added. After the body is painted in can be installed. Because the inside of the tracks were visible I added skirts to the inside rear of the fenders. |
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Post by doggie427 on Jan 6, 2011 13:12:37 GMT -5
SO COOOOOL !!!!
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Post by Count Dragula on Jan 7, 2011 22:13:23 GMT -5
This is going to be an awesome kitbash ,that's for sure!
Todd
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Post by GOODGUY56 on Jan 9, 2011 13:49:40 GMT -5
You got it GOIN' ON with this kitbash. Great work so far....
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