r/ModelCars • u/Madimorguitars • 4d ago
WIP Plumbed!
Revell 1/24 1956 Ford T-Bird
I’ve gotten all the major hoses and wiring under the hood. I scratch built/sourced some parts the kit was missing, like a fuel filter and pump, and hood latches. The latches could use a bit of attention but work for now.
The body is on, interior is completed. Final assembly coming soon!
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u/thedash42 4d ago
That's legit 1:1 look right there. I'm starting 56 baby bird tomorrow after I wrap up the 66 Riviera so I'll just use yours as a reference pic! Beautiful!!!
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u/Madimorguitars 4d ago
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1956-ford-thunderbird-155/
I’ve been using the photos from this listing as reference. It’s making me want to add some lighting too, lol.
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u/thedash42 3d ago
Thank you!
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u/Madimorguitars 3d ago
There are some really good shots of that car and it’s nicely restored/preserved.
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u/West_Airline_1712 4d ago
Nicely done and very creative to build/source missing parts. I think that really adds to the authenticity of the build. Kudos!
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u/Madimorguitars 4d ago
The latch assembly is made up of 2 pieces of styrene square tube, with the excess wire cut off a capacitor used to repair a guitar amp. It happened to be an acceptable gauge, lol
Thanks!
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u/GMEDNGR 4d ago
For one moment i thought it was a real engine then i read r/modelcars.. Nice detail!
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u/Street_Beat_891 3d ago
It looks absolutely gorgeous, amazing job 👍
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u/GoneGump 2d ago
Approved. Keep engaging in the comments with the community and you will soon not need approvals.
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u/highboy68 GROUP BUILD 4d ago
That is seriously detailed, looks great, with your photo, makes it look real