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Post by Plowboy on Dec 13, 2019 14:21:28 GMT -5
I'm in the very early stages with a '66 Mustang project that actually spawned from another Mustang project. I did a coupe conversion on a '67 and made the mistake of placing the '67 fastback roof onto the '66 body. The more I looked at it, the more I thought that it would take very little to glue them together. And I did. Then, I got the idea of making a concept or custom out of it. I'm leaning more towards the concept idea. But, it could go either way. When I get something substantial to photo, I'll post it. But, I was thinking that '65 is the model cut off year. Plus, if I build it as a concept, it would be a phantom. So, I don't know if it would work here.
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Post by FordRodnKustom on Dec 13, 2019 15:17:21 GMT -5
I'm in the very early stages with a '66 Mustang project that actually spawned from another Mustang project. I did a coupe conversion on a '67 and made the mistake of placing the '67 fastback roof onto the '66 body. The more I looked at it, the more I thought that it would take very little to glue them together. And I did. Then, I got the idea of making a concept or custom out of it. I'm leaning more towards the concept idea. But, it could go either way. When I get something substantial to photo, I'll post it. But, I was thinking that '65 is the model cut off year. Plus, if I build it as a concept, it would be a phantom. So, I don't know if it would work here. I think you should be OK with your Mustang as long as you stay custom. Note Bob's rule quoted below... "4. It's really very simple......Traditional styled pre-1970 rod (1969 and older) , kustom (concepts are acceptable) , vintage drags and salt flat cars ONLY! (some pre 40's dirt trackers and other racers are acceptable)". Br sure to keep us posted on your progress!  |
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Post by Plowboy on Dec 13, 2019 18:50:32 GMT -5
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Post by skip on Dec 13, 2019 20:01:59 GMT -5
Wow! As much as I like the lines of the 65/66 fastback, I really like the lines of this. You can see the both years lines and how they fit together so well. Maybe you could call it a Quarter Year!
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Post by mack2856 on Dec 13, 2019 20:54:45 GMT -5
Hell yes, this is a whole new animal. Me like.
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Post by gearface on Dec 13, 2019 21:51:52 GMT -5
The bodywork and the cibies are killer. If you're accepting suggestions at all, a set of tail lights from a '67-69 Shelby Mustang would look wicked, as would something full length. I also feel like losing the stock wheels and picking something funkier, like the aluminum style wheels AMT put in some of its mid-late '60s annuals, might help the TRAKability of the concept. Love what I'm seeing, brother.
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Post by BigPappaJ on Dec 13, 2019 23:41:56 GMT -5
Roger,
I love the look. I have to admit that it got past me the first time, but when i saw the different roof on it, it made perfect sense. It just flows.
Jim
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Post by Plowboy on Dec 13, 2019 23:43:18 GMT -5
The bodywork and the cibies are killer. If you're accepting suggestions at all, a set of tail lights from a '67-69 Shelby Mustang would look wicked, as would something full length. I also feel like losing the stock wheels and picking something funkier, like the aluminum style wheels AMT put in some of its mid-late '60s annuals, might help the TRAKability of the concept. Love what I'm seeing, brother. Thanx! The wheels are up in the air right now. So, I am open to suggestions on those. If I go custom. If I go concept, I think Hurst mags or five spoke Shelbys. I have a full width tail light engraved into the tail panel. The hood scoop is going to have to go. |
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Post by Duane on Dec 14, 2019 0:44:07 GMT -5
Roger; i'm glad you decided to ditch the scoop, to me
it contrasted with the design you're after ! chrome
reversed with baby moons, or American five spokes for
the rims perhaps ?
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Post by mack2856 on Dec 14, 2019 10:13:20 GMT -5
Perhaps styled steel wheels or Magnum 500's or anything Shellby Kelsey Hayes would also fit the concept vibe.
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Post by Plowboy on Dec 14, 2019 11:03:03 GMT -5
Right now, I'm leaning more towards the concept idea with Shelby five spokes. If I can get the hood loose (I glued it with the intent of building it curbside), I think I'll use the chassis,core support and interior from the '67. I've got plenty of time to figure things out. Right now, my '60 Falcon and this are occupying my time.  |
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Post by gearface on Dec 14, 2019 11:04:48 GMT -5
Perhaps styled steel wheels or Magnum 500's or anything Shellby Kelsey Hayes would also fit the concept vibe. Speaking of Kelseys, the Stripper Mags that a lot of modelers mistake for wires out of the '66 Merc could be very unique and cool on this thing, and Hurst Mags would also look really tasty with the pinners you have on there now. |
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Post by Plowboy on Dec 14, 2019 12:38:46 GMT -5
Speaking of Kelseys, the Stripper Mags that a lot of modelers mistake for wires out of the '66 Merc could be very unique and cool on this thing, and Hurst Mags would also look really tasty with the pinners you have on there now. I actually had the Stripper Mag wheels on it and didn't like the way they looked. I stuck a set of Hurst mags from an MPC Jeepster on it also. Didn't like those either. But, the center cap sticks out too far. I want to try a set from a Revell Z-16 Chevelle and see what they look like. |
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Post by Skullo on Dec 14, 2019 14:01:06 GMT -5
Did not like the look of the scoop on the first one.How about snorkle scoops like on the comet cyclone?
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Post by gearface on Dec 14, 2019 20:04:39 GMT -5
Speaking of Kelseys, the Stripper Mags that a lot of modelers mistake for wires out of the '66 Merc could be very unique and cool on this thing, and Hurst Mags would also look really tasty with the pinners you have on there now. I actually had the Stripper Mag wheels on it and didn't like the way they looked. I stuck a set of Hurst mags from an MPC Jeepster on it also. Didn't like those either. But, the center cap sticks out too far. I want to try a set from a Revell Z-16 Chevelle and see what they look like. I think those have a little bowtie in the center, but it could look cool if you cover it up with a three-prong knockoff or something. What about the Hurst Mags they just put back into the new Hemi Under Glass kit? Those look to have a deeper offset than the wheels in the Jeepster. |
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