mike s Posted July 8, 2017 Posted July 8, 2017 (edited) The 57 is built to replicate the one that was in a magazine. This is my representation of the car. The paint is testors pure gold lacquer. I designed and printed the decals at home. The diamond tuck interior is scratch built using a 3D printer and painted pearl white, other parts include a moon tack machine out of aluminum, the instrument panel is custom made. The engine was scratch built using various parts from other kits, the valve covers and velocity stacks are all 3D printed. The radiator is modified and painted to simulate a new unpainted radiator. There are many details to this car, the entire front front suspension was scratch built. A lot of the chrome is painted not plated. All the brake lines are ran and all the wiring is just how it should be, even the wheels are bolted to 3D printed break drums. My goal is always to try to make all the parts I needed. Edited July 8, 2017 by mike s
espo Posted July 8, 2017 Posted July 8, 2017 I remember the magazine article you mentioned. This build is outstanding in every way you can think of. The parts you crafted look real in every way. I'd like to see any additional information you can share about the upholstery for the seats and door panels.
mike s Posted July 8, 2017 Author Posted July 8, 2017 I remember the magazine article you mentioned. This build is outstanding in every way you can think of. The parts you crafted look real in every way. I'd like to see any additional information you can share about the upholstery for the seats and door panels. I 3d printed the pattern prime and sanded it, then made a mold, resin it . than you mill the back of it really thin
espo Posted July 8, 2017 Posted July 8, 2017 I 3d printed the pattern prime and sanded it, then made a mold, resin it . than you mill the back of it really thinThat's a lot of work but in the end it looks perfect.
TooOld Posted July 8, 2017 Posted July 8, 2017 Beautiful build and absolutely awesome detailing ! So many great details to marvel at but the one that struck me is the radiator , very realistic right down to the solder on the top tank !
stevez Posted July 8, 2017 Posted July 8, 2017 Great, what kits were used, looks like the newish 57 ford by revel and their 57 gasser wagon ??
Geno Posted July 8, 2017 Posted July 8, 2017 (edited) That's one sexy beast. Exceptional job. I actually have a pic of the real car for a background, You did it justice, two thumbs up. Edited July 8, 2017 by Geno
mr moto Posted July 9, 2017 Posted July 9, 2017 That's an absolutely fabulous build! Can't take my eyes off it.
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