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Mark Box stoked to do this. He gave it to me a few years ago and I haven't touched. That two days ago. Couldn't resist another big car from the 60's. It's a screw bottom, so won't get into much detail on the bottom side.
Rett
Whoa !
Already got my attention.
Love the attitude..... :)
That is nice! Sits perfect! Gonna be a cool one Rett! Can't wait to see more! I'm attempting a 64 Ford build,hopefully I can finish it... Not had very good luck on completing anything the past few months.
Rick :)
Looking good!!
Looks good
I miss that era back when a race car was built from a mans mind and experience not bought and assembled and someone hired to set it up for the 15-16 year old driver
This is looking KILLER just sitting there!! Looking forward to seeing more...
Quote from: hemiman_2010 on May 01, 2020, 12:04:26 PM
Looks good
I miss that era back when a race car was built from a mans mind and experience not bought and assembled and someone hired to set it up for the 15-16 year old driver
Me too!
Looking good Rett, I can't wait to see how this one turns out.
Bob
Looks like a great start. Is it going to be a tribute car?
Al
Quote from: Fordguy01 on May 02, 2020, 11:10:59 PM
Looks like a great start. Is it going to be a tribute car?
Al
No, just a fantasy build like my usual. The only replica, or tribute builds I do are mostly my own cars and a couple of close friends. Fact is, I don't think I remember anyone using a '64 Merc around my area.
Rett
Looking really good. Like the idea of the long wheelbase cars on short tracks. I have a few of the late 50's, early 60's full size boats in the stash, this build may make me dig one out and see what I can do with it.
Do it! There's a few of us hooked on the big ones. Slim, Mike Meier quickly come to mind. And there are others who enjoy the big car builds!!
Rett
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Finished the interior. Had to add a few bars to the cage, modified the dash a little, and parts boxed the rest.
Rett
That's looking real good Rett.
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One more color to go! Then it's lettering, clear coat, bumpers and a couple of small details. Oops, hope I didn't jinx it, this is the stage I usually mess something up!
Rett
Looking good Rett!
....Nothing finer than a big car broad sliding it thru a turn on a dirt track :) Your Merc is turning out great!!
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Man Rett...that really looks good. My brother-in-law ran a ford like that back in the late 60's. Seeing yours makes me want to build it right now...LOL
WOW!!!!
One sharp build!!!
Looks mighty fine, a bit patriotic for the upcoming Memorial Day remembrance.
Quote from: TarheelRick on May 13, 2020, 11:45:07 AM
Looks mighty fine, a bit patriotic for the upcoming Memorial Day remembrance.
That was sort of the idea, but I didn't have the correct red, and couldn't go get some.
Rett
That is nice and sleek low rider. Well done!
Well ! Would you look at that big ole bomber, Great, Rett.
Todays dirt late models are so ugly.
I really like it, Rett !
Big ol' Lead Sled racer. She looks fast just sitting there.
Gotta love those big heavy race cars. Nice model, Rett!
Thanks for all the interesting comments. I actually enjoyed this build, and for once, it came out decent! Appreciate all the comments.
Rett
WOW! Beautiful car. I wouldn't try to get around a car that size with that long rear end hanging out, there wouldn't be any space on the turns and too much car to pass on the straights. Great job.
Al
Quote from: Fordguy01 on May 23, 2020, 08:14:48 PM
WOW! Beautiful car. I wouldn't try to get around a car that size with that long rear end hanging out, there wouldn't be any space on the turns and too much car to pass on the straights. Great job.
Al
It's funny how my '64 Fords got a little wider on the last lap or two! LOL
Rett
Hey Rett! I forgot I gave that to you. You sure do have the STANCE right man. It is going to be awesome . I love it :)
Low, lean and mean. Great work.
Thanks everyone! Even I like this one, lol.
Rett