smithbrother Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 After completing the 1946 Buick parade float a few months ago I decided to build a enclosed model car hauler.I found this rendering from an unknown artist, 'TRUCKS TO COME'.The rendering was done in 1941, and was his/her vision of TRUCKS TO COME. Perfect to my model likings. It is 26" long, holds two 18:1 scale Buick's. It is finished inside, has two non-skid paths, and a removable ramp. In the next posting I will reveal HOW I saluted Buick with this ramp.It is mostly wood, and billet aluminum. The paint is rattle can lacquer over heavy fill automotive DuPont primer. I applied several thin coats of red, wet sanded with 600 grit, then after it was straight/smooth, I clear coated it. IMO you can do a great job with rattle cans on small jobs. The final build and finish pictures will follow shortly. It was a fun 200+ hour build, lots of thought since all I had was the pictures shown here in the first picture posting. No plans, drawing, instructions, or a kit, all from scratch. Love dim dare Buick's,Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted January 18, 2014 Author Share Posted January 18, 2014 Ok, here are a few of the build pic's, but enough for you to see the progress, and finished piece. Note the cab side door hadn't been glued in place with I took the pic. Regarding the SALUTING of Buick when building the ramp. Note I designed it after the famous 'X' frame that Buick was so proud of. When Dad was with Buick in the early 40's Buick shipped to the dealership a rolling chassis, and signs pointed out the 'X' frame. That rolling chassis was a SITE TO SEE. I always loved it, sat on the temporary seat often as a young child of 5.I am considering adding railings on the roof of this trailer to hold a couple more Buick's.Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackofalltrades70 Posted January 18, 2014 Share Posted January 18, 2014 Once again Dale, VERY NICE! Great attention to detail. Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
53buickconvert Posted February 8, 2014 Share Posted February 8, 2014 Dale, that is really impressive! Nice job.Tim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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