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Post by dakotajohn on Jun 4, 2017 7:49:04 GMT -5
More excellent work !!!
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Post by krassandbernie on Jun 4, 2017 8:50:14 GMT -5
Killer work my friend! I haven't gotten this far with a lot of my stalled out projects; but will be referencing your builds for sure! I can't wait to see this one in paint too!
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Post by spex84 on Jun 4, 2017 10:27:16 GMT -5
I hate building exhaust systems so much. I have a '48 that is getting a modern treatment and will be mostly curbside, so I'm gonna pilfer the exhaust from it and follow your excellent example! *edit* Just went through this whole thread again; it's a great read! Even the stillborn ideas are inspiring, and it's cool to see the winnowing process (or is it whittling?) through which the final design eventually emerges. Thanks for taking the time to post all this work with such clear photos. I've been dumping 'em into Word documents, creating my own little reference library of Dennis Lacy (TM) How to Build Models Like a Pro tutorials. Haha. So if the internet blows up for whatever reason, I can mail y'all the paper version.  |
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Post by Dennis on Jun 6, 2017 0:39:43 GMT -5
Thanks, John!  |
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Post by Dennis on Jun 6, 2017 0:44:26 GMT -5
Killer work my friend! I haven't gotten this far with a lot of my stalled out projects; but will be referencing your builds for sure! I can't wait to see this one in paint too! I was thinking about it as I sat a worked on this thing over on Saturday. I think the reason it took this long to finally land on a direction and finish this truck is because it needed to be better than I could do 4.5 years ago when I started it. Paint? Yeah, I think I got that one figured out...  |
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Post by Dennis on Jun 6, 2017 0:56:18 GMT -5
I hate building exhaust systems so much. I have a '48 that is getting a modern treatment and will be mostly curbside, so I'm gonna pilfer the exhaust from it and follow your excellent example! *edit* Just went through this whole thread again; it's a great read! Even the stillborn ideas are inspiring, and it's cool to see the winnowing process (or is it whittling?) through which the final design eventually emerges. Thanks for taking the time to post all this work with such clear photos. I've been dumping 'em into Word documents, creating my own little reference library of Dennis Lacy (TM) How to Build Models Like a Pro tutorials. Haha. So if the internet blows up for whatever reason, I can mail y'all the paper version. Dude, you're making me blush over here. Thanks, man! I'm glad you get ideas and inspiration from the junk I stick together. I have to say the feeling is definitely mutual. I look at models you build like the epic '30 Coupe and all I think is, "Man, I got some catching up to do!"  Interesting side note about the Revell '48 Ford exhausts. You would think that the Convertible and Chopped Coupe would have the same pipes since they are the same chassis but there's detail differences that make them unique. For example, the Chopped Coupe has simulated pipe clamps at both ends of the mufflers while the Convertible only has them at the front ends. Look up at the truck which uses the Convertible pipes and look down below at my '29 Roadster chassis which uses the Chopped Coupe pipes. The shapes of the tailpipes are also very different where they go up over the axle.  Hosted on Fotki |
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Post by spex84 on Jun 6, 2017 11:27:46 GMT -5
Huh, I see that now! I guess the convertible has the extra jog in the pipes after they pass over the rear crossmember to clear...the bumper maybe?? I don't have those particular kits to check out the exhaust differences (just a '48 woody) so thanks for the tip!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 6, 2017 16:43:44 GMT -5
*edit* Just went through this whole thread again; it's a great read! Even the stillborn ideas are inspiring, and it's cool to see the winnowing process (or is it whittling?) I'd go with "whittling" LOL Just an outstanding and inspiring build Dennis. I dig your attention to and passion for recreating accurate period detail. Again, truly an inspiration...just wish I had the patience for digging in that deep! Thanks for posting your construction journey. |
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Post by Dennis on Jun 11, 2017 23:49:31 GMT -5
UPDATE!Had some bench time today. If you look back through the thread you'll notice in the mock ups that there's been different combinations of parts on the flathead. It was time to address drilling holes for plug wires and hoses so I had to make a final decision on permanent speed equipment. I landed on the Motor City heads (two left-hand, actually), tall tripple intake, breather stand (with neat 3-port fuel log attached) and the belt drive from Revell's '48 Convertible. Now, that engine also has a matching Motor City air filer but it's modern looking and also gives an alternator which is also modern. So I ditched those parts and mounted 3 carburetors (with awesome scoops) from the Ed Roth Tweedy Pie T and a generator from a Revell '40 Ford. The generator worked out nice because the mount still reaches over to the middle front of the intake despite it being offset. The oil breather from the '48 actually had a modern K&N looking breather on top of it so I cut that off and transplanted a stock breather cap. (Look close!) I also mounted a Revell '40 Ford distributor and added some bolt detail to the motor mounts.  Hosted on Fotki Hosted on FotkiI started to make a radiator but didn't get to finish it. It's from Revell's newer '29 Roadster. I filled the existing hose holes and shaved a little off the top. To cover up the electric fan I cut down the fan shroud from Revell's '37 Pickup / Panel Truck. Does anyone else think the molded electric fan looks like a stove burner??? I think I'm going to shave that off and mount a separate, better detailed fan. And, I know, I know... Electric fan. It's kind of a necessary evil because of packaging. At least I'm covering the damn thing up with the shroud.  Hosted on Fotki Hosted on FotkiI also added a hairpin steering arm to the left front upper spindle area (made from an A-arm in the Monogram / Revell '37 Ford Street Rods) and made the steering drag link.  Hosted on Fotki Hosted on FotkiGetting pretty close now. Just need to finish setting up the radiator and mounting the grill. Maybe a couple other small details. 
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Post by froghawk on Jun 12, 2017 9:43:58 GMT -5
So nice!
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Post by spex84 on Jun 12, 2017 12:07:26 GMT -5
Noice.
You've got that side-steer setup down to a science now!
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Post by dino246gt on Jun 26, 2017 8:04:34 GMT -5
I've gone through this build post by post and really enjoyed it! I love all the mods and added details, such a sweet hot rod pickup, I love it! Thanks for sharing and keep it coming!!
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Post by Dennis on Oct 1, 2017 22:04:43 GMT -5
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Post by dakotajohn on Oct 2, 2017 5:56:39 GMT -5
Excellent Work!! That is another one of those Chassis that is so cool, it's a shame to cover it with a body !!
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Post by thirdgearspeedshop on Oct 2, 2017 8:06:40 GMT -5
Very Nice work! This build thread is great. Thanks for documenting it's evolution.
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