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Replica of my '69 (conversion of AMT '72)
My first post and thread here, previous 1969 nicknamed The Green Barge.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...62#post8665362 First day I drove it: https://live.staticflickr.com/8429/7...a39d1069_c.jpg Day I sold it: https://live.staticflickr.com/7835/3...cd0ce077_c.jpg |
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I got the kit via Facebook Marketplace, for a deal, because it was built half decent, but needed paint stripped.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...92882e85_c.jpg Kept the paint on the chassis and a few engine parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...20195c7e_c.jpg Filled ejection pin marks and sink holes on the bed. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...31fdd4f9_c.jpg Reassembled the engine. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...9b1eb41e_c.jpg Not going to go overboard on correcting and detailing the curbside, or promo style chassis. But did remove one of the exhaust pipes since the truck had one tailpipe. Solder crossover pipe. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...4377c9c0_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6d5c8dfb_c.jpg Engine painted, and final assembly. Detail parts used in the picture. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...22d1fb7c_c.jpg Added a dip stick, and drain plug. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...3d80903e_c.jpg Added fuel line with filter made from scavenged electronic part. Modified the air filter to the aftermarket style, scribed vertical lines and added photo-etch mesh. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d1cfb650_c.jpg Turned a Mallory distributor. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2d2d7cf4_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...9b54e84e_c.jpg Starting on the plug wires. Took liberty here, the real truck had black wires, I just wanted to use the red wire I had. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...4f1f181f_c.jpg Manifold painted brown, and baking soda added over wet paint. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...39fee2d3_c.jpg Pet peeve is floating accessories, made mounts from aluminum plate, photo-etch bolts added. Also made a thermostat housing, kit hose is not correct. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...db59c4cc_c.jpg Made loom holders from aluminum plate (lower left, still on sheet), based on the '68 I currently own. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...cf3cd935_c.jpg Truck had a 1 ton brake booster, turned on the drill press from Corian. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...016faeb9_c.jpg Wiring complete. I know wire shouldn't touch the manifold, but wanted a snug look. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...949f3ecb_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d7049e54_c.jpg If I wanted to never finish this model, would correct the engine bay, which needs it. But I think the detailed engine will be enough. |
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Started on the interior. I found this amusing, modern kits usually have no headliner detail, much less sun visors. Ruined by the 'glass' bridge.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a4b208bf_c.jpg Evaluating the dash, which needs to be raised. Will remove the lower gauges, and have aftermarket gauge faces to use. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...b17f0618_c.jpg Used a hot-wire to destroy the interior tub, to remove the seats and door panels. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...90db1fc6_c.jpg Chassis has a slight warp the should be fixed. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...7b4caf3b_c.jpg Destroyed the custom grill, to use the lights, hoped to use the grill part but.... https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e5feebc3_c.jpg Cut 'glass' with hot-wire. Made the floor, not worried about undulating like the real thing because doors won't be opened. Going to cut out window and door cranks. Bumper lights filled. Brake booster painted, should be good to touch days (weeks?) from now. Going to dent and weather the bed floor. Figured out the grill pieces won't work, plan B needs to be worked out. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...3db44513_c.jpg Drew what needs to be scratch-built, based on measurements of my real '68. Discovered the tailgate is not correct in width and height, not a huge deal but will adapt for the lettering. Pet peeve of mine are the taillights. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...c2dc590b_c.jpg Cut the seat from Corian. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e85bdcf5_c.jpg Used the bench sander to rough shape, scribed pleats with knife, filed to shape and sanded. Stretched sprue for the piping. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...b087f83e_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...0d8ce8a3_c.jpg Some sanding, set on simple mounts, again not detailed because the doors won't be opened. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...eae1f19c_c.jpg I have a more detailed narrative on the Model Car Magazine forum. http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/t...omment-2186721 |
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Door panels are simple, scribed design. Cut out the cranks. Heater made from Corian, with guitar string ducts.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...dbd5c2be_c.jpg Temporary test assembly. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...745cd61a_c.jpg Made pedals, high/low switch, arm rests. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...dafc8abf_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6720afa8_c.jpg Made shifter, turn signal arm, gear indicator, and gas pedal like the one I made for the real truck. Dash pad carpet is holiday food package. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...20a57df6_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...5976f2a4_c.jpg Seat and rubber floor mat texture is acrylic paint stabbed on with a short bristle brush. I add tile grout for the floor to add more texture. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6cf105a3_c.jpg First paint for the interior! I got the exact color from Splash Paints (Portland OR). Seat is custom mixed 'jade green' and a military green. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d9dfa670_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...856588bd_c.jpg Masked for the dash panel, and steering column. Can only airbrush the Splash paint. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a12f9346_c.jpg Interior looks done. Used Best Model Parts gauge faces (also has the 4 little gauges, but this truck did not have those so filled the holes). https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6376d4bf_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...7a5c1698_c.jpg Used photo-etch screw heads, and Bare Metal Foil. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...9e41abfc_c.jpg |
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Still another pet peeve, total lack of hood hinges. This kit is typical, there are tabs, so you could prop up the hood with a toothpick for display, or just set it down on the table. I've seen plenty of nice factory builds, where they set the hood aside even though it should be connected.
I have a collection of springs salvaged from everything. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...0fd1cf2e_c.jpg Drew a basic design with 3 parts, not exact but enough to fake you out. Grant Line railroad bolts are used, melt the nut end with the lighter. Used aluminum roof flashing this time. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...5c33221a_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...9de45645_c.jpg First fitting was satisfactory. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...887b18f9_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...87a30677_c.jpg Used coffee can steel for the body mount. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...cacaaed2_c.jpg For the closed position, the tab can fit inside. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...67e9b750_c.jpg I have just enough room, before removing plastic from the interior tub. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...c6c42c5b_c.jpg I think it's convincing enough. When I first set on the table at a contest, will be closed for awhile, then will sneak over and open it. The tabs slip in for the open position. It's impossible to make this workable, there is a tiny link that makes the hood pivot away from the firewall that would break the instant it's moved. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...c060d409_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...b22a745b_c.jpg Thanks for looking! :D |
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thats pretty cool.
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I have modified the bumper by filling the turn signal, and decided to remove the rivets because of all the sanding. Made new rivets. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...400d5a39_c.jpg I'm making resin copies of some parts, such as door cranks, door handles, bumper, before sending out to get the original parts chrome plated. Plating resin parts has to be separate from plastic parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e425a3f1_c.jpg Experiment with a cheap vacuum chamber. Professionals have something like a reverse of a pressure cooker. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6ef89977_c.jpg Two part molds, ready for casting resin parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...b663f6b7_c.jpg That's one day of production, very tedious, and waste a lot of resin. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...b85d1182_c.jpg Had license plates reduced to size using PhotoShop, and printed on glossy thin paper. Airbrushed with Deft varnish. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2146c168_c.jpg Used the drill press, and Dremel to turn a pattern out of Corian... https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...cf425fc5_c.jpg To vacuum-form.... https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...7471f7a2_c.jpg On my homemade box with Oreck vacuum.... https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e839fcbb_c.jpg The fan shroud. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...3a077738_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...98756d2a_c.jpg Stuffing it into place. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...b4028a34_c.jpg That hides the promo-style lugs that were ground off, and the incorrect size radiator. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...bfb6d4b2_c.jpg |
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Pet peeve is the totally wrong taillights. Here are the original patterns.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...75007c74_c.jpg This ended up being the first try. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...cdf669ef_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d9776f97_c.jpg The tailgate looks finished.... https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...13bef45f_c.jpg New pins made from salvaged electronic device, I have a stash of pins, VCR, tape players have cool parts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...95b9ef7a_c.jpg But after looking at this, still didn't look right. The kit tailgate is not wide enough and too tall. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f16fb2c2_c.jpg Took out the original taillight pieces, good thing I made copies! Added to the tailgate. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...5e0b8c5b_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...63d8f975_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...109d125d_c.jpg That looks so much better! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...b1f3534b_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...7e953467_c.jpg Tailgate drops all the way down too now. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...63d0a07b_c.jpg Smoothing the bottom of the carved letters. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a6d64603_c.jpg Ready to cast. The seat is for the '48 Canopy Express that I started long ago, will have a separate topic about that project. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...175da649_c.jpg Only after I got to this stage, did I realize the tailgate still needs modification to be correct. My OCD kicking in. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e67266f2_c.jpg First special part to the original truck, the back bumper. It worked on a ranch, the previous owner said this is a ranch style bumper, which allows the tailgate to go all the way down. End pieces are made from the door panels. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e2afc1d7_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...bcce3034_c.jpg Next will be the toolbox, steps, and mirrors. I have to find or modify tires to replicate the slot mags, that's a hurdle to look forward to. Thanks for looking! :truck: |
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Cool build!! You're putting a lot of work into it. Looks great so far...
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You sir are an amazing craftsman! Thanks for sharing!
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I'm about to resume on this project.... |
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Toolbox was the next little project. Got the diamond plate styrene from an eBay seller. Drew it to scale using reference photos with the tape measure in the picture.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...49a68490_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...b3e2d639_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...80ebdd2f_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...946c80ab_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...fb0cbf6d_c.jpg Made the steps, using paper clip for the tubing. Also refining the tailgate, the steel plate is for the magnet in the bed. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...47d03298_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...76ca10a8_c.jpg Painted the steps with Alclad 'stainless steel'. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f72224e9_c.jpg Added the trailer electrical plug. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f2ea9e18_c.jpg Painted with Alclad 'white aluminum'. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...1df5c196_c.jpg Magnet in the bed. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...7d48e74d_c.jpg Toolbox painted with Alclad 'polished aluminum'. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...8f6d1987_c.jpg I can make resin copies! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e81abbc4_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...0c19c9b3_c.jpg My resin production line, excruciating process. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ea06a529_c.jpg The tailgate has paper clip hinge pins, the magnet "latch". The kit bed ribs did not extend all the way back, fixed. Made the support things (what are those really called?), but they don't operate. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e044feff_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...beddfb8c_c.jpg The slotted mags are Fireball Modelworks resin copies of a 3D printed master, very nice and correct looking, just 1/24 scale not 1/25, so slightly incorrect size. The tires came from the Italeri kit of a Ferrari, yes a sports car, but they fit perfect. (was checking out the choices from my parts stash) https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...cb6fd17f_c.jpg Got the resin bumper, and door handles back from the chrome plater. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...16069fc7_c.jpg Modified the kit wheel backs. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...1a49e872_c.jpg Painted Alclad 'polished aluminum' and their clear overcoat. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...33c36328_c.jpg Added valve stems. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...fd2f9df8_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2c911b7a_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...bf913de3_c.jpg Added seatbelts. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a797019d_c.jpg Now to the signature part that makes it a '69 (or '70), the resin grill. Fixing a pet peeve of mine, the headlights. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6690e7c0_c.jpg Also improved the firewall, using wine bottle foil. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...fd811b23_c.jpg Had to refine the hood profile to match the grill. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e3bee110_c.jpg Added hood latch detail. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f5706e9c_c.jpg Made the headlight reflectors from wine bottle foil. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...21fc9564_c.jpg Painted with Alclad 'polished aluminum'. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...061da828_c.jpg Scratch-built the steering shaft/box. I could have added the power steering pump and hoses, but the chassis is so basic didn't think it was worth that much trouble. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d7156752_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...eb8c6ed0_c.jpg Grill is done! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d259cbbc_c.jpg First paint, primer, then rust. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...fec262d0_c.jpg Dryer is the cab. I had done a wet salt technique, then painted jade green in the bed. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ca2486a0_c.jpg For me, tiny details make a huge difference. Added the panel line when I was checking where the color separation is. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e62b833f_c.jpg Painted the white. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...fd2e8e6c_c.jpg The RV mirrors support "tubing", flattening the steel wire. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...4a1c2839_c.jpg Used an unbuilt kit for a mockup to glue the mirrors together. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6f502df3_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...70dc128b_c.jpg Splash paint is the perfect match. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...66ac606c_c.jpg Weathered black painted. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...155a185b_c.jpg Pen for detailing the cowl grill. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...0a174da2_c.jpg Bare Metal foil used for the side and window trim. Pen used again for the black. I had sanded off the fancy raised trim in the center. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...15b91e58_c.jpg Driving lights were made from the custom grill part. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...4b05c13a_c.jpg Lousy AMT quality final assembly. It's first load! :lol: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...dbd768ab_c.jpg Detail Master photo-etch wipers. They are a royal PITA to assemble, need specialized tools. My door handles are glued on, I can make resin copies of those too. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...33ac8ece_c.jpg Added heater hoses. I could have done a/c stuff too. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...eb283aef_c.jpg Sidelights made from parts box sprue, clear red and orange. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...5254e8a4_c.jpg Taillights are too. Backup lens from a Porsche 911 turn signal. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...f12ae6a9_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...8c657f11_c.jpg Used Farmers Insurance sticker for reflectors. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e1df8acc_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...a35f26b5_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...2bac6cff_c.jpg Made a pallet to hold real flagstone. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...d44026fb_c.jpg Forgot to put the dipstick in, no way now. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...9e713f3a_c.jpg Over 140 hours to build. Thanks for looking. |
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Only 140 hours for all that detail? Simply amazing! Nice job and it looks great.
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Amazing work. Speechless.
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That's incredible. I bet I haven't spend 140 hours on my actual 1/1 truck.
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Realized I never followed up with glamor pictures. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...39ec235f_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...883796d9_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...191075f6_c.jpg This shot shows the low quality of the AMT kit, but some of our trucks have cattywompus beds like this. :lol: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...830c8413_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...6f6d919d_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...c49c9499_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...bf3404a9_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...ed0f99a2_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...e80d9465_c.jpg I entered in a virtual model contest, this is one of the photos I sent. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...29da310d_c.jpg For my effort, they gave me First Place! There was a Pickup class, but this was truly a replica. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...15d5a112_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...c9035445_c.jpg Another model did not win any award, because Muscle cars are always the favorite. I had considered having the pickup's tool box open, but after doing this, I quickly ditched the thought. :lol: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...82e7e6d9_c.jpg |
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The tools look cool.
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Entered the Phoenix IPMS (International Plastic Modelers Society) model contest yesterday. Took 8 models, got two awards.
The competition: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...79588ba2_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...71b946ff_c.jpg After the master awards are given out, they placed the other awards on the tables. To be frank, was surprised my pickup got First place! :metal: https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...013e6a39_c.jpg So of course I'm stoked! https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/...386e6a91_c.jpg |
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Well yeah .I would be stoked too. :metal: Very nice . Congratulations.
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