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62 Ford T.Bird
by Mr Hirakawa Mon 03 Jun 2024, 3:27 pm
A commision build based on the real thing.
First I need to remove the side lines. What a pain in the a...
It was hard enough to find this kit again and there's some parts missing.
Anyway, on with the lump.
I'd almost forgotten the joys of wiring up a V8 in 1/25 scale.
I removed the A/C belts and compressor for accuracy and found sort of similar wheels which will have to do.
First I need to remove the side lines. What a pain in the a...
It was hard enough to find this kit again and there's some parts missing.
Anyway, on with the lump.
I'd almost forgotten the joys of wiring up a V8 in 1/25 scale.
I removed the A/C belts and compressor for accuracy and found sort of similar wheels which will have to do.
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Re: 62 Ford T.Bird
by Mike C Tue 04 Jun 2024, 12:46 pm
Looks like a good modeling subject too. Great start.
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Re: 62 Ford T.Bird
by Ron234 Wed 05 Jun 2024, 11:55 am
It’s true, that model is scarce to find. I have only bought one, but it was a zillion years ago.
Looking forward to this build - and I know from experience, building a car that is for a customer isn’t straight forward as they know all the little differences on their own cars, that we wouldn’t look at twice.
Looking forward to this build - and I know from experience, building a car that is for a customer isn’t straight forward as they know all the little differences on their own cars, that we wouldn’t look at twice.
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Re: 62 Ford T.Bird
by Mr Hirakawa Thu 13 Jun 2024, 3:14 pm
Underneath done, lump installed, wheels on.
Interior moving along. I had to mix custom batches of paint to get the shades right as they are different on the photos.
On with the trimming. Blade could slip at any moment (it didn't).
Interior moving along. I had to mix custom batches of paint to get the shades right as they are different on the photos.
On with the trimming. Blade could slip at any moment (it didn't).
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Re: 62 Ford T.Bird
by Ron234 Fri 14 Jun 2024, 2:46 pm
Impressive work, nice colours and shades.
Yes, the chrome pens come in very handy, but the bare metal foil gives a nice straight line when needed - but I have found it does have a shelf life, and can become less adhesive with age.
Yes, the chrome pens come in very handy, but the bare metal foil gives a nice straight line when needed - but I have found it does have a shelf life, and can become less adhesive with age.
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Re: 62 Ford T.Bird
by Skid Fri 14 Jun 2024, 7:05 pm
Nice work Dave.
Ron.... BMF does indeed have a shelf life but it can be extended by keeping it in the fridge! (No it's not April 1st. LOL)
Ron.... BMF does indeed have a shelf life but it can be extended by keeping it in the fridge! (No it's not April 1st. LOL)
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Re: 62 Ford T.Bird
by Skid Sun 16 Jun 2024, 5:38 am
Ooops!!. Corrected. 
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Re: 62 Ford T.Bird
by Ron234 Wed 26 Jun 2024, 6:28 pm
Very nice, clean …..almost done….
Is there deadline to have it finished ?
…..almost done…. Is there deadline to have it finished ?
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Re: 62 Ford T.Bird
by Mr Hirakawa Wed 03 Jul 2024, 3:36 pm
Ron234 wrote:Very nice, clean
Is there deadline to have it finished ?
Naaah
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