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Post by gautreau on May 5, 2008 14:24:52 GMT -5
Ok,hereis whats on my bench right now.It is part of the Boyd Coddington memorial build.Here is the kit I'm using.  This is the only reference photo of the car that I am trying to replicate.  So far I have one coat of primer on it.I have shaved all badging,door handles,gas door.   The hood and decklid have also been smoothed.I will post pics of them later.Any comments or suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thanxs Jeremy |
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Post by The Mad Modeller on May 5, 2008 15:52:44 GMT -5
Nice start. Keep us updated.
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Post by 67impala427 on May 5, 2008 15:59:59 GMT -5
This will be a nice memorial.
Alex.
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Post by Nacho Z on May 5, 2008 16:12:38 GMT -5
Can't wait to see this one done...keep us posted.
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Post by gautreau on May 5, 2008 17:49:33 GMT -5
Thanx guys I'll update as often as i can.
Jeremy
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Post by gautreau on May 5, 2008 19:18:44 GMT -5
Here is th shot of the shaved decklid.  Here is the hood after being freshly primed.  Will post more soon. Jeremy |
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Post by 67impala427 on May 5, 2008 23:21:09 GMT -5
Try resizing your pics before posting. kinda fuzzy. Also, if you have a digital camera use the close up macro on your camera, usually symbolized by the little flower icon.
Alex.
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Post by gautreau on May 6, 2008 7:24:22 GMT -5
Thanx for the tip Alex.I tried that setting and the pics came out much better.
Jeremy
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Post by gautreau on May 11, 2008 9:11:58 GMT -5
Ok,quick update.The second coat of primer is on.   Here is hopefully a clearer shot of the shaved hood.  This weekend I also got the first coat of red on the body.   Does anyone know how long I should wait before applying the tape to two-tone the car? Thanx Jeremy |
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Post by tj on May 11, 2008 9:43:12 GMT -5
it all depends on what type of paint you use, i use acrylic automotive paint in an airbrush and im able to complete a tutone spray job, with sanding in between layers in a matter of hours, i have heard some enamals and laquers may take up to a week to cure.
lookin good, cant wait to see more.
R.I.P Boyd Coddington...
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Post by gautreau on May 11, 2008 16:17:23 GMT -5
For this build I'm using dupli-color.If that helps anyone that could give me a timeline on the two-tone paint job.
Thanx,Jeremy.
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Post by a2race on May 11, 2008 17:24:35 GMT -5
Does anyone know how long I should wait before applying the tape to two-tone the car?
Thanx Jeremy
if i were you i wouldn't use tape at all.....use BMF. the reason is it's VERY thin and it will not create a big "step" that you would have to wet sand out....also, if possible, use an airbrush to aplly the 2nd color. i have had MANY problems trying to do a two-tone with rattle cans, esp. paint running. just my advice....adam
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Post by modeltech on May 14, 2008 7:43:03 GMT -5
honestly if i was you i would give it a few days to gas out!!! depending on the tape you use, it could leave glue residue behind or pull up the paint!!! i am not family with dupli color because i use automotive base coat/clear coat!! its better safe then sorry!! and by the way i am lovin this build!!!
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Post by gautreau on May 15, 2008 22:05:17 GMT -5
Thanx for the tips guys.Now I have another question.How long should I wait before I pull the tape off?Modeltech how long before we see your 55 chevy?Also,here is a brief update.I finished the motor a couple days ago.  Thanx For Lookin' Jeremy |
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Post by modeltech on May 16, 2008 7:21:51 GMT -5
once the 2nd color flashes off, just dry to touch i would pull the tape off slowly!! this allows the tape to cut threw the paint that is overlapping the paint when it is so to speak soft!!!
ha,ha ya i will show my 55 pretty soon!! i really havent done anything to it except mock it up, and gather parts!!!
engine is lookin great!!!
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Post by gautreau on May 16, 2008 17:41:06 GMT -5
I can't wait to see it.Quick update,I got the black on a couple of hours ago.So,hopefully I'll have pics up later tonight.Thanx Jeremy
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Post by modeltech on May 16, 2008 19:27:24 GMT -5
SWEET!!! LETS SEE, LETS SEE!!!
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Post by gautreau on May 16, 2008 19:49:35 GMT -5
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Post by modeltech on May 16, 2008 21:05:46 GMT -5
OH YA, very well done!!! just wait till you attach the chrome!!
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Post by The Mad Modeller on May 16, 2008 21:10:32 GMT -5
Thats looking sharp.
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Post by gautreau on May 16, 2008 21:43:16 GMT -5
Thanx guys.I'm kind nervous about doing the chrome around the roof.Thanx for lookin'Jeremy
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Post by 67impala427 on May 17, 2008 20:33:33 GMT -5
Thanx guys.I'm kind nervous about doing the chrome around the roof.Thanx for lookin'Jeremy Just take your time. You'll do fine. Next time though, apply the BMF before you do the clear. Makes it more durable and less delicate. You could also still apply the BMF and still add a couple more coats of clear. Either way you'll do fine. Alex. |
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Post by gautreau on May 18, 2008 7:24:31 GMT -5
Thanx for the tip Alex.
Jeremy
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Post by 41Chevy on May 18, 2008 18:39:41 GMT -5
Follow his tip and you will be fine...Paul
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Post by gautreau on May 19, 2008 13:11:04 GMT -5
Quick progress update.I assembled the chasssis earlier today  Here's an underside shot.  I took a couple of mock-up shots too. Heres from the front.  Heres from thr rear.  Let me know what you guys think. Thanx for lookin' Jeremy |
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Post by chrisguthro on May 19, 2008 13:33:49 GMT -5
Honestly Im not a Fan of the Wheels. But boy what a nice car. Keep up the Great Work!!
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Post by modeltech on May 19, 2008 19:04:34 GMT -5
lookin real good!!!!
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Post by The Mad Modeller on May 19, 2008 20:36:02 GMT -5
Nice work Jeremy.
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Post by Nacho Z on May 19, 2008 20:40:21 GMT -5
That's coming along real nice Jeremy.
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Post by gautreau on May 19, 2008 21:13:29 GMT -5
Thanx everyone.Your comments are appreciated and inspiring to keep building.Thanx for lookin'.
Jeremy
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