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Post by RatRod on Feb 14, 2007 0:50:43 GMT -6
Yee Haw!!! This was a pretty fun project, well mostly....lol. I had all the key parts from an original '64 Monogram Blue Bettle that I've had at least 15 years. So, I decided to do this one using a reissue '29 roadster PU, and an Orange Crate (for the wheels) I know, I could have robbed the rear wheels from a Li'l Coffin to get it even closer, but I like the matching wheels. My main goal on this build was to keep it simple, like the 60's, only paint detail, no wiring, photo etch, etc. Enjoy boys!!!     
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Post by A.J. on Feb 14, 2007 1:16:52 GMT -6
Man that is sharp! Nice save! or build! Depends on how ya look at it. Any way you look at it, it's really nice!
A.J.
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Post by gwangiboy on Feb 14, 2007 6:45:34 GMT -6
great job on a classic!
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Post by vwcamperman on Feb 14, 2007 9:35:10 GMT -6
I think that you've caught the look of the original perfectly!
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Post by fredmellini on Feb 14, 2007 10:41:53 GMT -6
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Post by kettlekettle on Feb 14, 2007 12:20:14 GMT -6
Love the colour combo.... Very nice save & build.
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Post by rickg on Feb 14, 2007 13:10:56 GMT -6
Clean & Sharp; Very Nice !!!   |
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Post by ramone on Feb 14, 2007 13:29:43 GMT -6
Must be the cleanest build I've ever seen!!!!! Beautiful
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Post by otto69 on Feb 14, 2007 14:19:23 GMT -6
That is retro and somehow moderne! Love it, and love the color combination!
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Post by ShowRodFreak Don V. on Feb 14, 2007 14:38:46 GMT -6
Sweet A@@ build
oneyed
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Post by TheMadModeler on Feb 14, 2007 18:33:38 GMT -6
WOW  That is Sharp! Very Very Nice... Love the rims too.. BiLL.. |
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Post by halfasskustom on Feb 14, 2007 20:30:16 GMT -6
Very kool love it.
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Post by Starry Eyes on Feb 14, 2007 21:28:40 GMT -6
What brand paint did you use ?? Did you use a base coat ? inquiring minds want to know !! ;D Chuck D. FBI Badge #54 |
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Post by davea on Feb 14, 2007 21:44:20 GMT -6
Wow, that is absolutely beautiful! Stunning color, super clean build!
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Post by RatRod on Feb 15, 2007 1:22:01 GMT -6
Thanks alot for all the compliments guys!!! This was a neat build for me, as I have wanted a Blue Beetle in my collection, and I keep getting outbid on eBay...lol.
Chuck, I painted this one with Duplicolor "Bright Aqua" over Plastikote light grey primer. I used the grey primer to darken the paint a tad. The pictures make it look more blue, than the greenish blue teal color it realy is. I originaly was going to mix a solid color to match the plastic of the original model, but when I seen this color the choice was simple.
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Post by empyrium on Feb 15, 2007 3:29:27 GMT -6
Ratrod
That is absolutely beautiful. I love the color too, even though it may not be accurate on the pics. Vey nice model ;D
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Post by Bert on Feb 15, 2007 13:25:05 GMT -6
simply beautiful!!!
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Post by Tim Nolan on Feb 16, 2007 15:24:29 GMT -6
That is a beauty man. I love the white interiors. I think they just set off the kustom paint finishes. You did one hell of a job! Definitely one to add proudly to your collection. |
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Post by barten on Feb 20, 2007 3:52:22 GMT -6
That ROCKS my world. . it is perfect in every way! ! ! I love the color! ! ! !
GREAT JOB!
GB
barten
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Post by Honest Charlie on Feb 20, 2007 4:15:19 GMT -6
That came out real nice. Love the color and the shine.
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Post by stevehammann on Feb 24, 2007 10:01:42 GMT -6
When I first looked at that, all I could say was "oh BABY that's nice".
Looks like an Oakland Roadster Show winner!
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Post by Paul B. Canney on Feb 24, 2007 10:51:52 GMT -6
One of my all time best favorite model kits from my youth. I musta built that model 10 different times. I never did it any justice. But this one is what I always wanted mine to look like.
Send the highest quality biggest pictures you can to Dave (uncropped and unfooled around with). That belongs on the Show Rally Mantel.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 24, 2007 13:43:12 GMT -6
What a beatiful build ! Thubs up !
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Post by davea on Feb 25, 2007 21:30:45 GMT -6
Man, I keep coming back to look at this, it's just a beautiful build!
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Post by johnverkerk on Feb 26, 2007 8:04:32 GMT -6
WOW!!!,,That looks fantastic!!!! Nice clean build!!!!
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Post by rustybill1960 on Mar 10, 2007 22:04:09 GMT -6
:oABSOLUTLY AWESOMEDUDE!!!! |
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Post by detroithammer on Mar 17, 2007 9:32:09 GMT -6
Rat! I've been wanting to do the Blue Beetle for a long time, and seeing your's, Has got me inspired. Really nice job. I like it.
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