Transit Vans

[Guest]

The latest update.

The chassis cab version is nearing completion. It just needs windows, headlights and indicators etc. fitting before it can be set to one side and have the bodywork built for it. I'm thinking maybe just a wooden flat bed or maybe an aluminium style tipper.

The wheels took some work to get right but I think they have turned out quite well actually.

The long wheelbase van is a little further behind as I am going to paint another body in the correct Ford colour (keeps it authentic!) The second body is also lighter so that there is less stress on the suspension.

As I managed to break the original front grille I thought that I would try and build a grille from the earlier MK2. It was quite fiddly to do but I think it looks OK, although I plan to do a better one.

As things are starting to be finished, I thought that I had better look at the exhaust system and try to scratch build something.

This is what I have ended up with. I also had my first attempt at weathering. Hopefully it looks good?

Let me know what you think guys!!

[Guest]

OK guys, after several weeks of messing about with resin etc. and nearly throwing the lot in the bin, I have decided to rebuild the chassis cab.

The resin front end has been chopped off and replaced with the plastic one from a second hand van that I acquired.

I have also had a go at the bodywork and a little weathering.

Have a look and see what you think

I have started to make a few bits for the load as well.

I have also been playing around with another body shell and come up with this

[yambam26]

Very Nice Neil,

Love the little details you've added i can see some thought has definitely been put into those, Ahhh the tipper just love it

[Guest]

I have actually finished the chassis cab tipper now.

It has taken a while and tried my patience somewhat, but I think it has turned out well.

It certainly had a good reception at the IPMS show in Telford last weekend.

See what you think.

Next up is the long wheelbase van.

I think a total rebuild is in line for that one!!

More soon.

[mossiepilot]

Hey Neil,

This is a scratch build and a resin cast from another kit injection moulding ?,

WOW, you have really got this modelling lark sorted.

It's even got The Sun thrown on top of the dash.

Impressive.

Tony.

[papa 695]

Now thats just one great build Neil with the first two pictures you can just picture the workers sat in a greasy cafe having a breakfast and a cuppa

[Guest]

Shouldn't it be "Get yer trousers on son, you're nicked"? :cheesygrin: