Hi-Po Posted June 12, 2018 Posted June 12, 2018 This is my first post on Under Glass and I would like to share my latest project. I started with the Galaxie Limited 1948 Chevy Aerosedan. I chose to model the '47 as I didn't care for the way the '48 grille was represented. After searching the web for information, I decided I would build the car with the fender skirts. It was then when I discovered that Galaxie had not provided the chrome strips for the fender skirts. Luckily, I was able to obtain another sheet of chrome from Mahogany Rush of which I am very grateful. I also want to say thank you to Jolly Sipper for providing me with the wood side panels. I built this to represent a daily driver that the owner has done a couple of aftermarket add-ons like the fog lights, chrome exhaust tip and changing the hood emblem clear part to blue. I have detailed the engine with spark plug wires, fuel line, choke cable and heater hoses. I scratchbuilt the antenna using telescoping brass tubing from Alliance Model Works. The wood inserts are made from craft paper that I found at my local Micheal's craft store. The paint is Tamiya TS-42 Light Gun Metal. I sprayed straight from the can and applied 3 - 4 coats. The paint laid down perfectly and once dry, I only had to lightly sand it down with some 8000 grit sandpaper to really smooth it out. I then used the Novus system to make the paint super smooth. Finally, I applied Meguiars's Gold Class liquid wax to protect the finish. I used a Molotow chrome pen to touch up the kit chrome as needed. For the burl wood look to the dashboard, I use ModelMaster wood tan for the base color and then applied The Detailer brown, rust and black washes to create the burl look. For the most part, this was an enjoyable build, other than the fit of the hood. No matter what I tried to do make it fit better, the hood just would not cooperate with me and close completely. I think it might have something to do with the hood hinges, I don't know. So, I have decided to display this model with the hood opened. This works out okay as it gives everyone a chance to see what I did in the engine compartment. Hope you enjoy the photos.
GMCMAN52 Posted June 12, 2018 Posted June 12, 2018 24 minutes ago, TooOld said: Holy moly is that nice !!!
StevenGuthmiller Posted June 12, 2018 Posted June 12, 2018 Now that's the way this car is supposed to look!! I have yet to see a nicer one! Steve
bbowser Posted June 12, 2018 Posted June 12, 2018 All of the above! Very convincing weathering on the underside and engine, nice and clean building style. Well done!
landman Posted June 13, 2018 Posted June 13, 2018 12 hours ago, Lunajammer said: Oh my! What a class act! X2
BigTallDad Posted June 13, 2018 Posted June 13, 2018 Very well executed, and the aftermarket add-ons make it more realistic. When you were wiring the plugs, did you notice the firing order (in raised numbers) on the exhaust manifold? My very first car was one of these in grey. The previous owner had added an aftermarket vertical bar in the center of the grille to make it look like a '48.
Hi-Po Posted June 13, 2018 Author Posted June 13, 2018 (edited) Thanks everyone for the kind words and to BigTallDad, no I did not pay attention to the firing order, I just did what looked right to me. Also, the lighting in the photos in not the best as I used a different light source then usual. The light source that I used has more of a yellow cast to it, not to my liking, and I will be using a brighter, whiter source in the future. Edited June 13, 2018 by Hi-Po To add more text.
Mahogany Rush Posted June 13, 2018 Posted June 13, 2018 Stunning all around. Loved the dash treatment as well as the wood siding. I left the hood hinges off mine and it closed perfect I forgot which grille I used, but I call mine a '48. Thanx again for the trade, it worked out well for both of us.
DumpyDan Posted June 13, 2018 Posted June 13, 2018 Nice build Terry , the wood look dash and the interior real nice just beautiful.
Lovefordgalaxie Posted June 13, 2018 Posted June 13, 2018 It's really great to see a '40s car that is not rod, or a beater, or a lowrider, and that looks classy like yours. Great color choice, great execution, and great detail work. A great build, that's for sure!!
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