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Post by customcruiserroy on Feb 11, 2010 9:26:03 GMT -6
 And slowly, it's getting done:    Thanks to Jimmy (modelnut) for the exhaust, the peace sign and the antenna!! I was re-inspired to get this one done!! Now the task is to finish it: BMF, finish the tires, add the smaller parts and throw on some gloss!! Thanks for the help, Jimmy!! RSS |
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Post by banditomike on Feb 11, 2010 10:41:49 GMT -6
Looks great so far! Big difference before and after! I, not up to speed on the Deals Wheels stuff yet I just have the 57 Chev old school kit right now. Is this one that your are restoring the same as the Van reissue in the old school series or a different one? Back in the 70's I had both of the 57's in the series but no others. Again that looks great, can't wait to see it finished!  |
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Post by A.J. on Feb 11, 2010 10:56:25 GMT -6
That looks great Roy! You know how I like VW's! Very nice turn around! I'll look forward to seeing it finished.
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Post by customcruiserroy on Feb 11, 2010 11:27:40 GMT -6
Thanks for the kind words, Mike and AJ!! It is an original 1970 version complete with its box. It has the "bunny" tires! I bought it for $25 the way she stood! Crazy! Right before the re-issues were announced! Timing is everything!
I made replacement side mirrors and have to add those.
I have one or two of each of the re-issued Deal's Wheels cars and planes that came out and am dying to get the rest of them!! I have a Stink Tank that really needs parts! Missed the one on evilBay as it went up to $80!! Even I have a limit as to how much I'll pay. I can gather the pieces here and there like you guys often do. Again, I have to thank Jimmy (modelnut) for coming through on the exhaust!
Take care!
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Post by 101564 on Feb 11, 2010 13:40:43 GMT -6
way to go!!!!!...that thing will turn out great!!!!...mike
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Post by customcruiserroy on Feb 11, 2010 14:36:21 GMT -6
Thanks for the happy thoughts, Mike. I'll keep the board posted! Notice I used a "Fred" color?
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Post by TheMadModeler on Feb 11, 2010 15:05:47 GMT -6
Lookin' Real Good Roy... Nice save..
BiLL..
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Post by modelnut on Feb 11, 2010 15:09:32 GMT -6
it lookin really good and i am happy to help.
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Post by Eggzilla1 on Feb 13, 2010 6:09:11 GMT -6
Nice save Roy. It looks like it will be a nice build when you are done.
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Post by customcruiserroy on Feb 13, 2010 9:06:40 GMT -6
Thanks, Guys, for all the kind words! I really appreciate them. This one and a 51 Fleetline are the closest I have been to finishing a kit in years. I keep getting bogged down in the details of the build. Like the 51, I am stuck on the engine with the wires and all. I even cut new "glass" for it out of CD cases since I hate the bulkiness of the stock windows. And I am using BMF that is 10 years old! But the BMF works fine! No issues with no sticking or anything bad.
I love building but they never get done before I open a new one! I have been good though. The 51 was the last kit I opened and that was from last October. So, my sickness may have an end. HAHAHAHA!! But there are tons of open and half started in my basement. I may have to actually "resurrect" some of those soon!
Thanks again, guys, for all the kind words and inspiration (for instance, your builds). That was the prime reason I joined up here! And apparently, the visual therapy works!!
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