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Post by Plowboy on Apr 2, 2020 22:07:55 GMT -5
Finished this one up today. Basically a kitbash with a Revell '48 F-1 and convertible. I used the pickup's chassis, engine block with an automatic from an old Revell Ranchero, bed, roof, rear cab wall, floor pan, dash and door panels. The convertible supplied the front clip, bottom section of the doors, rear fenders, engine accessories, wheels, hubcaps, tires and seat. Paint is Tamiya Gray Green with a coat of pearl and clear.
Thanx for checking it out!
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Post by Dennis on Apr 2, 2020 22:27:17 GMT -5
I absolutely LOVE this, Roger! The blending of the truck and car "sheet metal" looks absolutely seamless. I don't see anything from any angle that doesn't work or fit right. Excellent stance and proportions. You nailed it. I really like the color, too. Perfect truck color.
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Post by miwi on Apr 3, 2020 1:10:06 GMT -5
Cool looks better than the orignal '48 F1
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Post by Mr. Metallic on Apr 3, 2020 6:27:43 GMT -5
That color really looks good in the daylight.
Very well executed conversion work. You really pulled this one off. Nice job adding subtle hot rod twists as well, making this a real sleeper when it's all buttoned up.
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Post by constructionbob on Apr 3, 2020 8:46:24 GMT -5
What they all said ˄ , very well executed!
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Post by FordRodnKustom on Apr 3, 2020 9:26:41 GMT -5
Beautiful. Looks factory. Very well done!
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Post by Duane on Apr 3, 2020 20:49:32 GMT -5
when i first saw this build; i knew it was going to wild, and beautiful; Roger; you've built one helluva vehicle, the factory could've taken lessons ! it's perfect !
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Post by spex84 on Apr 5, 2020 11:17:49 GMT -5
Beautifully done. The truck has a subtle but powerful look, definitely says "hot rod" but has the class and dignity of a stocker. The engine looks tough as hell with the hood off, and with hood on, the clean lines and design choices help the little things stand out...like the chrome strip along the running board. I can't take my eyes off of the tire sidewalls, either! Like Dennis said, you nailed it This treatment would probably work well on a curvy truck like a 50s Studebaker, too.
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Post by Plowboy on Apr 6, 2020 8:54:28 GMT -5
Thanx guys, I appreciate the comments! I was concerned about my wheel choice. I thought they made it look too stock. But, now that it's done, I don't think anything else would work. I have it set up so that I can change them out easily if I ever want to. I don't think that'll ever happen though.
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Post by dakotajohn on Apr 29, 2020 19:26:22 GMT -5
Very Cool !!
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Post by krassandbernie on Apr 29, 2020 19:31:56 GMT -5
I am really REALLY dig'n on this build! I like everything about it! You are probably still grinning from ear to ear whenever you walk into the model room and see it sitting there!
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Post by miwi on May 3, 2020 6:08:07 GMT -5
Excellent build. It is something different than the regular utes or the F1.
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Post by Duane on May 3, 2020 20:31:06 GMT -5
Roger; leave the tires and rims, that's on your '48 giey give the truck a look, of rugged individualism !
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Post by flatout on May 7, 2020 19:13:50 GMT -5
Beautiful truck Roger! You definitely nailed the proportions and as usual your craftsmanship is exceptionally clean.
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Post by acres on May 8, 2020 16:43:55 GMT -5
AWSOME!!! why didn´t they build it this way from the start???
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