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Post by 01blueedge on Jan 3, 2012 22:34:14 GMT -5
Like i need another project but after messing up the paint on 2 models (ranchero and Blazer) I decided to make something that doesn't need a good paint job. So here is what I am working on it is a 55 f100 all I had was the cab so I cut the front fenders off and started brush painting it so I can do some weathering. I am also scratch building a frame. Its going to have a blown 427 motor in it and a ford 9 in rear. this is also going to be my first rat rod type build. so far I have started painting the cab and started working on the frame here is the progress so far.   |
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Post by zbuckster on Jan 4, 2012 12:04:08 GMT -5
Good start.
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Post by tool on Jan 4, 2012 16:17:35 GMT -5
i will be watching this one great start !
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Post by 01blueedge on Jan 8, 2012 17:20:44 GMT -5
got the cab painted or i guess rusted and also worked on the frame I added nascar suspension to the front. I have a couple more cross members to put in and it will be finished   |
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Post by 01blueedge on Jan 8, 2012 22:21:55 GMT -5
frame pics   |
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Post by zbuckster on Jan 9, 2012 12:29:12 GMT -5
Looking good.
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Post by 68chevy on Jan 9, 2012 18:15:26 GMT -5
This one is coming right along
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Post by tool on Jan 9, 2012 21:12:15 GMT -5
very nice !
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Post by 01blueedge on Jan 13, 2012 16:08:40 GMT -5
I am wanting some input on this I had to scratch build the firewall. I was wondering if you think it would look good as aluminum checker plate and make it chrome like something added afterwards or just paint it and weather it. here is a pic of the motor sitting in the frame and the firewall on the truck. thanks  |
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Post by zbuckster on Jan 14, 2012 12:25:57 GMT -5
About the firewall. I think that if you are building a weathered truck you should hold the chrome to a minimum. Probably none at all.
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Post by tool on Jan 14, 2012 21:12:47 GMT -5
i agree !
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Post by 68chevy on Jan 14, 2012 22:13:07 GMT -5
Yes a little too much chrome I think I would weather it.
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