Kruzadar Begins - Foto Link Error Fixed

[soooperdave]

The original Crusader model appeared in a 1963 Car Model Magazine. I patterned mine after it, but I wanted to make mine different by doing a different front and rear end. I actually started documenting on film after most of the modifications to the 1940 Ford 2dr sedan were made according to the magazine. I used custom parts from my parts boxes and as you can see, lots of putty. When I had assembled the body and molded it all together the hood had already been pancaked. The bottom photo shows the new hood made for it. I'll post some more photos later today.

[scurvy]

Wow! That's lookin' straight out of the old magazine pics... LOVE it!

[rustybill1960]

hey sooperdave
really great start! i like it, i too, have a kruzadar in the works. i was "kruzin" the pages at the model car museum site and came across the article on the original. it was love at first sight, so, i am making my own with modifications.
i like how you built up the rear and trunk area, so much so, that i am going to try a hatchback on my build, it looks to apply itself rather well.
how difficult was pancaking the hood?
are you suiciding the doors? i am and cutting out the door posts as well.
i am using a 5.0 ohv mustang engine and custom rims and rubber band tires. i do have a viper engine thast i may use as well.
i will be watching your developments as a precurser to my own build.
can't wait to see more!!!!!! ;D
later,
russ

[GeorgeC]

Are you rebuilding the Kruzadr already Dave?

[Tim Nolan]

The Kruzader is actually a finished project, but I asked Dave to post his "how-to" articles from the Kandykoatedkitbashkooks site here for you guys! He's got more!!!

[rustybill1960]

Thanks for getting soooperdave to do this posting! i find it to be a great inspiration and a real motivator!
KOOL KAR dUdE!!!

[Honest Charlie]

Back to the 60's, ;D very cool Dave. Nice work so far.