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Post by Gary Kulchock on Sept 10, 2009 22:09:07 GMT -5
I'm putting this under the Street Rod section because I think that's where the majority of these trailers are going to show up. The teardrop is based on plans found in a September 1947 issue of Mechanix Illustrated.  This is another master I'm doing for Jimmy and it should be available at the Toledo NNL on October 3 also. I'm also in the process of building a "twin sister" full detail trailer for myself. All brass frame!  Check it out at: public.fotki.com/gkulchock/all-my-modeling-rel/my-in-progress-mode/teardrop-trailer/ |
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Post by The Mad Modeller on Sept 12, 2009 6:36:04 GMT -5
Awesome.
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Post by fireguy14 on Sept 12, 2009 7:06:23 GMT -5
Very nice Gary! Really like the brass frame, got one I need to get back to for one of the Revell Ranger bass boats. Later.
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Post by prumus99 on Sept 12, 2009 14:19:57 GMT -5
Wow looks great! that frame is awsome!
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Post by Gary Kulchock on Sept 13, 2009 22:18:23 GMT -5
 A 12 hour modeling Sunday for me. Haven't done this in a while, but look what I got accomplished. The entire chassis for the teardrop. Everything you see here was 100% scratch built from sheet plastic and tubing. A couple more days and it's off to Jimmy for casting.  A little different than my full brass chassis.  
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Post by coopdad on Sept 14, 2009 7:02:43 GMT -5
Yes, great job! I might just to make my first purchase from Jimmy soon.
John
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Post by Nacho Z on Sept 14, 2009 16:44:49 GMT -5
Very cool Gary. I bet this one sells like hotcakes.
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Post by plastictrucker on Sept 15, 2009 19:34:11 GMT -5
Great. any way you could scan that article?Ive heard about it a few times.IIRC,every piece could be made from a 4x8 plywood.One of those would look good behind my 1/1 '50 ford truck
KEVIN
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Post by Gary Kulchock on Sept 15, 2009 21:37:26 GMT -5
 It's finished, and it's off to Jimmy for casting in the morning. Should be at Toledo for sale on Jimmy's table, but don't hold me to that. I wonder if I can get the first one out of the mold?  I also wonder if I can get the first one built and on the table? We'll see ........... ;D 
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Post by Gary Kulchock on Sept 15, 2009 21:42:48 GMT -5
Great. any way you could scan that article?Ive heard about it a few times.IIRC,every piece could be made from a 4x8 plywood.One of those would look good behind my 1/1 '50 ford truck KEVIN I'll do better than that. Here you go. www.samstoybox.com/teardrop/trailer_for_two.pdf |
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Post by Eddie on Sept 16, 2009 4:31:48 GMT -5
Gary,
You are a true gentleman. Thank you for publishing this article. It's way beyond my abilities but I enjoyed dreaming about builing it.
Your version looks fantastic!
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Post by olskoolrodder on Sept 16, 2009 12:59:08 GMT -5
Wow that's sweet!!! Nice ingenuity!
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Post by weo on Sept 16, 2009 18:44:32 GMT -5
hey gary how much u think jimmy is going to sell them for got any idea.
WEO
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Post by Gary Kulchock on Sept 16, 2009 22:26:21 GMT -5
It's got a little weight to it. I'm thinking $15 or $20 bucks  |
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Post by Gary Kulchock on Sept 16, 2009 22:47:11 GMT -5
I did add some final details before this was sent off to Jimmy. Here's the final Tear Drop master.   |
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Post by Nacho Z on Sept 17, 2009 4:37:56 GMT -5
You ARE the man!! That is toooooo cool. Going to have to "exhalt" you for this one.
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Post by Gary Kulchock on Sept 17, 2009 6:08:35 GMT -5
You ARE the man!! That is toooooo cool. Going to have to "exhalt" you for this one. Thanks John. You are way too kind. ;D Everything cool for the picnic on Sunday? FYI: I'll be out of there by 3:30. Steelers are playing at 4:15. |
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Post by cecil on Sept 17, 2009 7:58:05 GMT -5
Great Looking Teardrop you've Mastered !! I would like to buy one when they are available. Thanks for the copy of the plans for it too !! It would make a nice 1:1 project. I'm sure Jimmy Flintstone has a "hit" with this one.
Cecil
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Post by prumus99 on Sept 17, 2009 17:29:33 GMT -5
That trailer turned out great love the all details!
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Post by cecil on Sept 27, 2009 21:05:28 GMT -5
Hey Gary, A modeling friend of mine that lives in Chicago, went to a model swap meet today and saw one of your/Jimmy Flintstone Teardrop trailers in person-He said it looks GREAT ! Congratulations.
Cecil
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Post by Gary Kulchock on Sept 28, 2009 10:28:24 GMT -5
Hey Gary, A modeling friend of mine that lives in Chicago, went to a model swap meet today and saw one of your/Jimmy Flintstone Teardrop trailers in person-He said it looks GREAT ! Congratulations. Cecil Thanks Cecil! Well here they are, all ready to go. I'll get photos posted in a couple days when I get one finished.   |
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Post by Gary Kulchock on Oct 2, 2009 23:38:28 GMT -5
Finished also and ready for Toledo NNL. Quick photos .... I'm going to bed.   |
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Post by prumus99 on Oct 4, 2009 18:52:03 GMT -5
That looks great. I can't till they go up for sale on his website!
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Post by abedooley on Nov 12, 2009 20:22:39 GMT -5
MAN, THAT IS JUST TOO COOL!!! Who did you say is casting these??? I gotta get me one!! I was just looking at a 1:1 a few weeks back. I have always wanted to own one! Talk about nastalgia!
I don't believe in owning anything larger than a pop-up for camping. My Grandma was in a camping club while I was growing up and all those ppl that owned the hotels on wheels NEVER came out of their campers. Whats the point in even going camping if you're just gonna stay inside all day?!?!?!?!
Wheeew. Sorry about that little tantrum there. Just hits a nerve somewhere. LOL!!
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Post by Gary Kulchock on Nov 16, 2009 12:47:12 GMT -5
MAN, THAT IS JUST TOO COOL!!! Who did you say is casting these??? I gotta get me one!! I was just looking at a 1:1 a few weeks back. I have always wanted to own one! Talk about nastalgia! I don't believe in owning anything larger than a pop-up for camping. My Grandma was in a camping club while I was growing up and all those ppl that owned the hotels on wheels NEVER came out of their campers. Whats the point in even going camping if you're just gonna stay inside all day?!?!?!?! Wheeew. Sorry about that little tantrum there. Just hits a nerve somewhere. LOL!! These are being cast by Jimmy Flintstone. |
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A 12 hour modeling Sunday for me. Haven't done this in a while, but look what I got accomplished.
It's finished, and it's off to Jimmy for casting in the morning. Should be at Toledo for sale on Jimmy's table, but don't hold me to that.
