Hardtop '49 Merc

jaymcminn
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Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 4, 2007 21:36:02 GMT -5

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Post by jaymcminn on Oct 4, 2007 21:36:02 GMT -5

This is my latest build- a fairly simple buildup of the Revell '49. I removed the B-pillar and reshaped the side window opening to create a more appealing shape. I continued the side trim straight across the new opening and filled the door seam over the beltline. I added flush skirts and MCG saturn caps and finished it in a 3-color fade under kandy blue. The engine is the Motor City flathead (modern, but classic) from the Revell '48 Ford. Enjoy the pics!

Jason McMinn

RodBurNeR TRaKMaster Rev. Mr. Black-dilligaf? Building my stock back up and building models again! Posts: 25,447	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 4, 2007 22:07:03 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by RodBurNeR on Oct 4, 2007 22:07:03 GMT -5 that is gorgeous man! i love that paint job!! what is your name? i would like to add this one to my favorites ;D public.fotki.com/drasticplasticsmcc/1/2/my-favorite-models-/
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randfink Greaser Posts: 1,600	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 4, 2007 23:14:24 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by randfink on Oct 4, 2007 23:14:24 GMT -5 This is TRULY tasty! I love everything about it. Killer!! ;D
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Bud Ellis " Kustoms" Greaser Slow Poke McGraw Striving to build the perfect model car ! Posts: 1,127	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 4, 2007 23:46:43 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Bud Ellis " Kustoms" on Oct 4, 2007 23:46:43 GMT -5 now this is a real kustom I love the color and great looking fades in the paint the wheels are exellent also thanks for postin keep up the great work Bud Ellis Kustoms

krowkustom Greaser Mr. Kurbsider Posts: 531	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 5, 2007 1:43:15 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by krowkustom on Oct 5, 2007 1:43:15 GMT -5 great build, love the paint and wheels
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geezerman Greaser Curmudgeon Model Car Rapist From the wrong side of the TRaKs. I don't build kits, I MOLEST them Posts: 3,525	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 5, 2007 6:20:40 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by geezerman on Oct 5, 2007 6:20:40 GMT -5 Great paint, Pretty, exceptionally clean, a great model.
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alfa Greaser Alf-Alfa Posts: 722	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 5, 2007 6:38:24 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by alfa on Oct 5, 2007 6:38:24 GMT -5 that rocks love the fade away paint.
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matttrotta Greaser Lighten up, Francis. Posts: 1,058	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 5, 2007 7:09:24 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by matttrotta on Oct 5, 2007 7:09:24 GMT -5 Super job, Jay!
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volksrod Hoodlum Tapdancing on the line Posts: 133	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 5, 2007 8:39:22 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by volksrod on Oct 5, 2007 8:39:22 GMT -5 I never used to like the hardtop look, but I'm coming around.....beautiful job indeed. That fade is the nuts!
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jaymcminn Rebel Posts: 85	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 5, 2007 9:08:01 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by jaymcminn on Oct 5, 2007 9:08:01 GMT -5 Thanks, guys. Bob, my name is Jason McMinn (added to my signature today). I checked out your favorite builds album- I would be honored to have my Merc in that company!
	Jason McMinn

Duane Greaser TRaK Cheerleader Posts: 9,198	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 5, 2007 10:05:49 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Duane on Oct 5, 2007 10:05:49 GMT -5 GULP !!! Jay, i've seen this build before, and just like then, i thought WOOOOW !!! DAMN Son, this is VERY cool !!! Duane
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gmckid Greaser TRAKOHOLIC LOCAL HERO Posts: 1,921	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 5, 2007 11:23:43 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by gmckid on Oct 5, 2007 11:23:43 GMT -5 Excellent job fixing the chop. It looks a million times better then what came from the box. Really clean build.
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Steve H. Greaser Box Stock? Whats that?!?!?! Posts: 568	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 5, 2007 15:10:00 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Steve H. on Oct 5, 2007 15:10:00 GMT -5 Beautifully done in all aspects! The hardtop look really sweetens up the look of an already great kit.
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greaser Thug Posts: 276	Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 5, 2007 15:56:56 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by greaser on Oct 5, 2007 15:56:56 GMT -5 Great paint man!!!!!!!!

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Hardtop '49 Merc Oct 5, 2007 16:48:14 GMT -5

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jaymcminn said:

Thanks, guys. Bob, my name is Jason McMinn (added to my signature today). I checked out your favorite builds album- I would be honored to have my Merc in that company!

Jason, thanks ! I have added your car, i am honored to have it to drool over with the rest of them !

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