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Post by mykturk on Dec 10, 2009 18:50:38 GMT -6
I started this AMT Showrod bash the same day Tim posted his contest idea, so I think it's a prime canidate for the April First 2010 "Fools with no Rules!" Extravaganza! I wanted something to practice 'woodgraining' on before trying anything on the "Cord of Wood" and a Li'lStogie seemed like a prefect choice, what with all the wood and all you know, but with sooo many "Li'l Stogies" out there, well, one more just wouldn't do. I also had a Royal Rail begging to get out of the box, but I couldn't get into the odd-ball crown design, but the crazy fat tired quadracyclething was too cool not to try something on ether. So, anyway, I thought, why not bash them?    The way things laid out, there really wasn't room for a V-8, so I got to thinking about what would fit, that I had handy... An AMT Corvair kit I had stuffed away gave up a nice pancake 6, some parts from a dead Sandshark gave it some Showrod "Umff!" and so, it'll be packin' a Six Shooter!  Front wheels are from a pair of Jesse James, not quite a dollar choppers from Wally world, but they look so perfect up front! Lots of paintin' to do along with some details and whatnot, but for the most part, what you see is what we'll get. Unless something crazy happens... |
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Post by RatRod on Dec 10, 2009 19:43:33 GMT -6
Great idea Mike!!! Now if they ever reissue the Lil' Gypsy Wagon, you'll have a great mate.... ;D
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Post by DVS on Dec 10, 2009 19:51:01 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Dec 10, 2009 22:14:47 GMT -6
Strange world......I mocked up a Stoogie chassis with a Royal Rail body/crown!!! This looks like what was left!
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Post by Brandon on Dec 10, 2009 23:13:30 GMT -6
Strange world......I mocked up a Stoogie chassis with a Royal Rail body/crown!!! This looks like what was left! Now I want to see that!!! |
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Post by AL on Dec 11, 2009 0:18:54 GMT -6
ahhhh !!! .... a "Royal Stogie" That's Kool Mike !!! -Always enjoy seeing your Kreations !!!
-AL
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Post by mykturk on Dec 11, 2009 6:33:12 GMT -6
Strange world......I mocked up a Stoogie chassis with a Royal Rail body/crown!!! This looks like what was left! I was thinkin' about using the 'scraps' to do the same. Do you call it "Rollin' Throne"? |
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Post by snakeplissken81 on Dec 11, 2009 6:39:17 GMT -6
That's a wild build.
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Post by barten on Dec 11, 2009 7:14:45 GMT -6
Wild idea. . .and a great showrod in the making!
Get Fred on speed-dial for those tips on painting! ! ! !
GB
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Post by Deleted on Dec 11, 2009 11:44:58 GMT -6
That looks great!
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Post by ShowRodFreak Don V. on Dec 11, 2009 17:31:28 GMT -6
I started this AMT Showrod bash the same day Tim posted his contest idea, so I think it's a prime canidate for the April First 2010 "Fools with no Rules!" Extravaganza! I wanted something to practice 'woodgraining' on before trying anything on the "Cord of Wood" and a Li'lStogie seemed like a prefect choice, what with all the wood and all you know, but with sooo many "Li'l Stogies" out there, well, one more just wouldn't do. I also had a Royal Rail begging to get out of the box, but I couldn't get into the odd-ball crown design, but the crazy fat tired quadracyclething was too cool not to try something on ether. So, anyway, I thought, why not bash them? The way things laid out, there really wasn't room for a V-8, so I got to thinking about what would fit, that I had handy... An AMT Corvair kit I had stuffed away gave up a nice pancake 6, some parts from a dead Sandshark gave it some Showrod "Umff!" and so, it'll be packin' a Six Shooter! Front wheels are from a pair of Jesse James, not quite a dollar choppers from Wally world, but they look so perfect up front! Lots of paintin' to do along with some details and whatnot, but for the most part, what you see is what we'll get. Unless something crazy happens... It's a secret entry. LOL but thats OK. Now I know what I'm up against.  |
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Post by mykturk on Dec 11, 2009 20:07:06 GMT -6
[ It's a secret entry. LOL but thats OK. Now I know what I'm up against. Where did it say "secret"? I've seen this mentioned more than once. I went back and re-re-read Tim's post and no place did I see 'keep them under wraps' or anything... Besides, I can't help myself, I'm a natural born show off! EDIT: Well I went back through and there it was, on page three, about mid way, sure enough, keep it secret. Crap, guess I'll just toss this in the trash and start over... |
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Post by TheMadModeler on Dec 11, 2009 20:24:11 GMT -6
Let me know when you're puttin' out the trash.. ;D
I've been known to dumpster dive now and then.... ;D
BiLL..
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Post by Steve-o on Dec 11, 2009 21:58:25 GMT -6
cool idea nice one
can't wait to see it finished
steve-o
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Post by flounder on Dec 12, 2009 11:56:13 GMT -6
Send it to me. I'll find a spot for it. Great idea! Looks like it came from Jon B hisself.
Why not enter two?
Flounder.
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Post by stevielewis on Dec 12, 2009 13:44:25 GMT -6
Awwww. Don't dump it! Just don't show anymore updated pics. You can always change something or add to it from what we've seen, so it'll be different from this. As Fred always says...."Get 'er Done"!!! ;D ;D ;D
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Post by showrodjohn on Dec 12, 2009 18:51:11 GMT -6
Looks great mykturk as mentioned you can enter multiple entries.
It looks great finish it and enter it as it is too good not to be in the comp.
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Post by mykturk on Dec 12, 2009 20:10:32 GMT -6
Don't worry, but I guess a few that were willing to dumpster dive can be disappointed, it's going to be finished for sure and I've always got a trick or two up my sleeve... |
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Post by atenzapower on Dec 13, 2009 13:00:11 GMT -6
Looks great,all it needs is a cowboy.
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Post by sakke on Dec 14, 2009 0:29:24 GMT -6
Really cool kitbashing! Royal Rail frame has it`s potential for freky trikes.
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Post by badroadahead on Dec 14, 2009 10:40:39 GMT -6
What a great idea!!!
I love what you did with the kitbashing.
Dave
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Post by ira on Dec 14, 2009 12:20:32 GMT -6
[glow=red,2,300]Good Start!!![/glow]
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Post by johnverkerk on Dec 15, 2009 19:47:28 GMT -6
NICE MARRIAGE OF THE 2 KITS,TOGETHER!!!!YOU GOT 2 THUMBS UP FROM ME!!! |
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Post by mykturk on Feb 18, 2010 20:09:57 GMT -6
Got some progress at last... Changed out the handle bars. I wanted something that looked like reins...  Added some more frame and a set of much needed ladder bars...  A motor mount...   And a steering shaft...  Modified the tail 'lantern' with a piece of clear red...  That's all fernow folks! Till next time... |
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Post by AL on Feb 19, 2010 2:37:51 GMT -6
.... Love your stuff Mike, ....Go Mann.
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Post by mykturk on Feb 27, 2010 17:35:20 GMT -6
Added a nice set of brakes to the Stogie... From the peddle to the metal.    Master cylinder, brake and shifter linkage, and a battery box. I may lay the carbs on their sides... Not quite sure yet.  Close up of the brake and gas peddles, boot cut!  Possible location for a fuel tank?   Shifter, handle bars with grips, and peddles in place... Next up, "Wooden it be nice"? |
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Post by RatRod on Feb 27, 2010 17:43:59 GMT -6
Man, there's a lot of cool things going on in there Mike, I like it!!! Your really turning this in to a wicked Lil' showrod.... ;D
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Post by modelcitizen on Feb 28, 2010 2:28:53 GMT -6
Absolutely loving this!!! ;D ;D ;D!!! So much functional detail!!! Fantastic!!! !!! "Paulie" |
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Post by flounder on Feb 28, 2010 11:22:08 GMT -6
Excellent detail, Mike! It makes look even more, umm... Realistic. And fun too. It's always a last to see unique stuff showing up on a showrod bash.
I vote for carbs up. Like the the location of the gas tank. Are the kegs on the side for haulin' shine?
I've always wondered how hard it would be to make the front wheels poseable on one of these.
This is sooooo cooool. Can't wait to see more.
Flounder
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Post by Brandon on Feb 28, 2010 12:37:21 GMT -6
The only thing I dont' like is the way the front wheels are too close together, I can't help thinking how bitchin' it would be if you hung a wide dropped axle from a Bad Medicine or something from the front section.... I know they were under pressure to not build "motorcycles" and trikes, and that's why those got the narrow front track, but they always look confused.  Other than that, you are doing a heck of a job, and it's always great to see your progress stuff. I like the functionality of it all. |
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