|
|
Post by scurvy on Mar 24, 2007 13:36:49 GMT -6
I got an old built-up Prowler trailer from Sam Freeman yesterday with every intention of building a chariot-style showrod, but as I looked at it, I thought maybe I should do something like a small-scale Big Gasser-style COE with it.  Can't decide which way around is going to work better as a cab though...  |
|
|
|
Post by ShowRodFreak Don V. on Mar 24, 2007 13:58:06 GMT -6
Wow Dave
I like where your going with this
don v
|
|
|
|
Post by fredmellini on Mar 24, 2007 14:18:23 GMT -6
Scurvy that is KILLER!!!!...............I didn't see a cabover in the first picture..................but the second (bottom) picture was like.......BRILLIANT!!!! .......You have a good eye, I would have never thought of a cabover design from the trailer!!!!.............................Fred
|
|
|
|
Post by rickg on Mar 24, 2007 14:54:19 GMT -6
I'm Kinda Partial to pic # 2....It sorta reminds me of Marvin the Martian !!??!!!
|
|
|
|
Post by theflame on Mar 24, 2007 17:48:46 GMT -6
i gotta finish mine one of these days...
cant wait to see how this comes out Scurvy!
|
|
|
|
Post by rustybill 1960 on Mar 24, 2007 19:46:47 GMT -6
;D Marvin? How about those droids from "TRON"?  |
|
|
|
Post by johnverkerk on Mar 24, 2007 21:13:20 GMT -6
Go for it Dave!!!, i can see alot of potential there,,i say the second 1 as well.
|
|
|
|
Post by scurvy on Mar 24, 2007 21:35:13 GMT -6
I set a set of wheels/tires from the "Scavenger" Datsun pickup under those fenders... I think with different tires and the chrome stripped off them, I like it. I think it's going to be a box van or a tow truck - I'm going to see how it'll look with the box from one of Herb Deeks' '50s aero trailers behind it.
|
|
|
|
Post by TheMadModeler on Mar 24, 2007 21:36:32 GMT -6
WOW Dave...That is a GREAT idea.. I've been pondering
a way make a rounded nose section for an idea I've got...
Don't tell no one.. A showrod Trolley..(isn't it Toonville Trolley?)
You've just sparked my imagination..
BiLL..
|
|
|
|
Post by davea on Mar 24, 2007 23:53:28 GMT -6
Wow, what an idea- gotta see it built, now!
|
|
|
|
Post by Tim Nolan on Mar 25, 2007 7:27:00 GMT -6
I took the easy route on the COE and bought the Jada Toys flatbed version. Have you seen this thing? It's really nicely done in 1/24 scale!
|
|
|
|
Post by scurvy on Mar 25, 2007 10:31:38 GMT -6
The Chevy-esque COE is pretty nice - they've now added a Chrysler Airflow ramp truck and a VW transporter-based COE ramp truck too.
|
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
|
Post by Deleted on Mar 26, 2007 10:20:49 GMT -6
Hey Dave, I vote for the first version! The roof and windshield curving down in front of the wheels is a great look. I don't know what you are planning for an engine and chasis layout, but how about a ferarri boxer or corvair flat six mounted mid-ships behind the cab. That way the sucker can sit way low and you can fit any kind of bed you like above the engine. Oh yeah, lots of straight pipes sticking out the side too! Cowabunga dude!!  Mike |
|
|
|
Post by bobschaffer on Mar 26, 2007 10:33:28 GMT -6
i like the first one. big block chevy and transaxle from can am car?(i have if u need)
|
|
|
|
Post by scurvy on Mar 26, 2007 16:10:21 GMT -6
Hey Dave, I vote for the first version! The roof and windshield curving down in front of the wheels is a great look. I don't know what you are planning for an engine and chasis layout, but how about a ferarri boxer or corvair flat six mounted mid-ships behind the cab. That way the sucker can sit way low and you can fit any kind of bed you like above the engine. Oh yeah, lots of straight pipes sticking out the side too! Cowabunga dude!! Mike Yeah, I'm kinda partial to the first version as well. The turn signals in the fenders and the license/reverse lights will make nice headlights, I think. Wow - hadn't started to even consider a powerplant yet. Maybe I'll try to find a Ferrari F-1 boxer and trans/rear suspension. If I can't come up with that, I'll do a Top Fuel motor with the injector scoop up over the top of the cab. I was considering a ramp truck today. |
|
|
|
Post by scurvy on Mar 26, 2007 22:56:58 GMT -6
So I think I found my wheels and front tires... now to find some rear tires.   And sometimes you just have to chill out and let the inspiration come to you...  Just hazelnut-flavored tobacco molasses in the bowl... I SWEAR! |
|
|
|
Post by JerryG on Mar 27, 2007 8:32:35 GMT -6
|
|
|
|
Post by chief on Mar 27, 2007 8:48:14 GMT -6
|
|
|
|
Post by fredmellini on Mar 27, 2007 8:50:24 GMT -6
1-ADAM 12, 1-ADAM 12...........see the man on the corner ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D.......................Fred PS--that might explain how you saw a cabover out of a trailer!!!!!! |
|
Deleted
Deleted Member
Posts: 0
|
Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2007 9:29:53 GMT -6
And sometimes you just have to chill out and let the inspiration come to you... Just hazelnut-flavored tobacco molasses in the bowl... I SWEAR! Ah Dave!!!  The secret of your "inspiration" is out now!!! LOL!! It takes more than just imagination to think outside the box......... Party on Dave! ;D Mike |
|
|
|
Post by Brandon on Mar 27, 2007 10:48:05 GMT -6
And sometimes you just have to chill out and let the inspiration come to you... Just hazelnut-flavored tobacco molasses in the bowl... I SWEAR![/quote] Oh I bet.... lol, that's awesome. |
|
HAZELNUT will make you do CRAZY THINGS 
