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Post by webby Wed 15 Apr 2015, 7:52 am

Done, I've got some minor touchups & a drivers door handle to sort, otherwise here goes! I've opened up half the bonnet, wired the engine, battery, spotlight & the dash instruments. Hoses were heated & bent for a sagged look.
The hose on the drum at the back is heat shrink, ironed flat & glued into position. Paint is auto store rattle can.

I built this as a post war version, with some fictional chrome accents to glam it up.

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Post by Guest Wed 15 Apr 2015, 2:36 pm

Its very RED but i do like it...

An unusual subject is always a winner when it's done this well.

That paint job is mega smooth and impressive (or have you just got better outdoor lighting down under lol)

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Post by RetiredMike Wed 15 Apr 2015, 3:02 pm

Great looking fire truck. The paint work is beautiful and all the little improvements are great. A unique subject.
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Post by pete s Wed 15 Apr 2015, 4:29 pm

Fantastic job Chris. Great looking details, glossy red paint and fabulous ladder. And as Mike said, a fun unique subject.
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Post by Guest Wed 15 Apr 2015, 6:09 pm

Chris it is a winner for sure. Super job on it.

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Post by Skid Wed 15 Apr 2015, 6:39 pm

Wow!! you did a brilliant job on her Chris and the front wheels now look right. NICE one.

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