NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod

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NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 9:19:20 GMT -5

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Post by mamaprez on Nov 28, 2010 9:19:20 GMT -5

'41 Chevy cab and shortened bed. '32 Ford frame. Early Hemi with Latham blower. Bob Dudek aluminum dropped front axle with scratchbuilt tierods to make steering posable. VERY modified custom grille surround from Monogram '36 Ford kit. '38 Ford pickup headlights. Front grille guard made from silver wire. Interior has modified door panels from '32 Ford kit, shortened '60 Ford seat, smoothed '40 Ford dash, Impala wheel from Roth's Outlaw kit. Rear slicks from The Modelhaus. Fuel tank is modified Bic lighter. Scratchbuilt, woodgrained tie-down rack. Bob Dudek tailights.

Last Edit: Nov 28, 2010 9:23:42 GMT -5 by mamaprez

Lyle Willits

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volvo544special65 Greaser The TRaK Viking Posts: 2,278	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 9:28:09 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by volvo544special65 on Nov 28, 2010 9:28:09 GMT -5 Very clever!
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Nitro Neil Thug Posts: 325	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 10:45:06 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Nitro Neil on Nov 28, 2010 10:45:06 GMT -5 Nice piece Lyle, I always like your stuff.
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poprodder Rebel Posts: 80	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 12:45:40 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by poprodder on Nov 28, 2010 12:45:40 GMT -5 Absolutely killer in every detail!!!
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Duane Greaser TRaK Cheerleader Posts: 9,198	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 12:46:54 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Duane on Nov 28, 2010 12:46:54 GMT -5 HOLY CRAP Lyle !!!!! your '41 is Suuweeet !!!!!!
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RodBurNeR TRaKMaster Rev. Mr. Black-dilligaf? Building my stock back up and building models again! Posts: 25,443	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 12:49:56 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by RodBurNeR on Nov 28, 2010 12:49:56 GMT -5 she came out very cool Lyle! I like the pins and the way all the colors tie in together inside and out. oh..and the engine with the latham blower is bitchin!
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ChrisV TRaKMinion The Historian of Librarians Posts: 5,492	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 13:15:38 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by ChrisV on Nov 28, 2010 13:15:38 GMT -5 Fantastic work Lyle!!! The unique "de-ratified" look and careful detailing really makes this one stand out from the crowd. ;D
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paraphrenic Guest	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 17:04:50 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by paraphrenic on Nov 28, 2010 17:04:50 GMT -5 Neat build Lyle... Where's the visor from?

volvo544special65 Greaser The TRaK Viking Posts: 2,278	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 17:10:19 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by volvo544special65 on Nov 28, 2010 17:10:19 GMT -5 I think it is the one supplied with the kit?
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Idlewild Greaser DILLIGAF Cruzers Australia Posts: 872	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 17:36:54 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Idlewild on Nov 28, 2010 17:36:54 GMT -5 That is cool nice work. Regards Tony.

paraphrenic Guest	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 17:42:25 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by paraphrenic on Nov 28, 2010 17:42:25 GMT -5 Nov 28, 2010 17:10:19 GMT -5 volvo544special65 said: I think it is the one supplied with the kit? I've got the stock issue. No visor... The newer release has it (Black & Red Box Art Build w/Modern wheels)!

modelpal Greaser Posts: 832	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 18:07:54 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by modelpal on Nov 28, 2010 18:07:54 GMT -5 Nice finish Lyle, The engine is truly a work of art, the Latham blower on the early Mopar is something you don't often see, very well done!! The color choices are killer!!!
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Bryce Greaser Kustom Kowboy Posts: 2,992	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 19:10:13 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Bryce on Nov 28, 2010 19:10:13 GMT -5 Fantastic!
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mamaprez Greaser Old Man River "If I knew I would live this long, I would have taken better care of myself." - Mickey Mantle Posts: 1,573	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 19:51:10 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by mamaprez on Nov 28, 2010 19:51:10 GMT -5 Visor comes in the latest issue of the kit.
	Lyle Willits CAR MODELERS OR TERRORIST GROUP - YOU DECIDE!

goodguy56 Greaser You GOTTA DRIVE 'EM!!! Posts: 538	NOTARAT- '41 Chevy truck rod Nov 28, 2010 20:04:51 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by goodguy56 on Nov 28, 2010 20:04:51 GMT -5 Lyle, You aren't kidding.About the title"NOTA RAT". Yhis is a BEAUTY! Excellent detail work, great paint, and beautiful assembly...
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rickcaps55: Thanks Ed i have had this one for a long time got it as a kit that was stared but never got to it i have to say it was on the shelf for the last 15 years i guess it's time to get it going.!!! Jan 22, 2024 14:53:00 GMT -5