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Post by chepp on Dec 16, 2015 13:41:09 GMT -5
 If you want a challenge, try chopping a sedan roof. I built this tail-dragger from the AMT 1939-40 sedan kit. |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 16, 2015 13:43:33 GMT -5
My hat's off. I know that was no easy feat to chop.
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Post by Mr409 on Dec 16, 2015 14:22:41 GMT -5
Welcome to TRaK! Chopping one of those Sedan bodies indeed is very tricky and often the results are not perfect, but this one looks very good. Nice color choice and paint job too. I like how the rear end looks without any unneccessary chrome trims etc. Very nice.
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Post by falconwagon on Dec 16, 2015 19:27:11 GMT -5
Looking good!!
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Post by junkyardjeff on Dec 16, 2015 19:52:19 GMT -5
Looks good and no way would I want to try to chop a sedan,I do have a junk body with a good roof if anyone wants to try it.
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Post by Johnny on Dec 17, 2015 15:32:04 GMT -5
Congrats, looks like a well done job and model! Any pics of interior/engine? Just curious  |
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Post by chepp on Dec 18, 2015 0:35:53 GMT -5
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Post by Murphy on Dec 18, 2015 11:13:16 GMT -5
This is such a throwback (in a GREAT way)...I really dig the old school chop, the pictures that you posted look like they could have come from the early 60s. The clean build style coupled with the careful paint detailing just screams "Model Car Science" feature car. I'm quite impressed, just the right stuff.
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Post by lo51merc on Dec 18, 2015 11:23:50 GMT -5
Looks sinister with the radical chop. Perfect!
Gary
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Post by dodgefever on Dec 18, 2015 14:25:50 GMT -5
I like the interior. Tough one to chop, I ruined one trying that when I was 16, copying an article in a magazine. Never again.
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Post by Dennis on Dec 25, 2015 20:56:19 GMT -5
Beautiful job on the chop. Those quarter windows get awfully small with the roof sloped.
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Post by Bernard Kron on Dec 25, 2015 21:18:35 GMT -5
Nicely done. Has a mean look with those rear quarter windows. The stance and the generally tough attitude gives it the right period vibe.
I'm always impressed how well these old AMT kits respond to even the most basic detailing in the modern style. Your engine compartment and undercarriage are evidence of that.
A few years back I valiantly tried to get a fried of mine out of an epic case of builder's block. Unfortunately I didn't prevail, but I started a a joint project with him involving a chopped and sectioned Tudor. He has a killer eye and awesome technique when it comes to bodywork (in scale or otherwise). His style, however, is generally non-TRaKable but his variation on the chop question admittedly with the section as well) might be of interest:
As I said, I failed in my quest. These days he's building N scale buildings for railroaders to commission. Slumming, IMHO... I need to finish this up. I always felt I lacked the skills to do it justice. If I do I'll post it on DPMCC.
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Post by chepp on Dec 25, 2015 21:40:29 GMT -5
Bernard, that equal-height chop looks good as it preserves the sedan look with the roof being horizontal. I was experimenting with that but I couldn't figure out how to get the rear window area of the top to blend into the trunk area. Could you post a view showing the rear?
Murphy, thanks for the compliments. My very first 1/25 article was in Model Car Science and I did a few more before it folded. I tried to emulate Don Emmons' clean builds. This '39 Ford was a bear to build. I spent far too much time on the roof and then spent too much time on cleaning up all the parting lines and ejector pin marks on the chassis. The paint came out a little rough but I only had time to polish the hood, roof and trunk before shooting photos as the sun set on the deadline day of a H.A.M.B. model contest a few years ago.
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Post by Bernard Kron on Dec 26, 2015 0:05:19 GMT -5
Bernard, that equal-height chop looks good as it preserves the sedan look with the roof being horizontal. I was experimenting with that but I couldn't figure out how to get the rear window area of the top to blend into the trunk area. Could you post a view showing the rear?...
This is the rear view. As I said, not TRaKable, but much to learn from a master of the form. This is by Raul Perez. He used to visit here occasionally, but hasn't done autos in several years. We remain close friends and I stay with him when I attend the NNL West every year. IIRC, there is no cut at the rear, but rather he made a wedge cut behind the read window and bent the top down. The B pillar was removed entirely and, after I insisted on a slanted B pillar, he placed it in a new position, rescribing the rear door line accordingly. I remain in awe of his skill and continue to learn from his work.
A side view might help get a handle on what was done. He has a knack for minimal cuts and surprisingly simple solutions. A kind of Zen thing, I guess...
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Post by Dennis on Dec 26, 2015 1:25:19 GMT -5
I really miss seeing Raul's work. He is an absolute craftsman.
This is the first time I've seen this '40 Sedan project. TRaK approved or not, it's dripping with style.
Time to finish it, B!
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