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Post by rick on Jan 2, 2012 21:18:33 GMT -5
This is my next project. 1961 Hoover Motor Express Epperly in which Bobby Marshman won co-rookie of the year. I reshaped the nose with Milluput and integrated the grill into the master of the body. Few more areas to work and then it will be ready to put in rubber.   Thanks for looking. -Rick |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 2, 2012 21:54:15 GMT -5
Cool project...love the rear fin!
Tom T.
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Post by Calvin on Jan 3, 2012 2:25:17 GMT -5
Nice!
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Post by feelgood on Jan 3, 2012 7:48:01 GMT -5
Looks fantastic, Rick!
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Post by herk56 on Jan 3, 2012 9:40:42 GMT -5
Oh boy!
Brian
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Post by professor on Jan 3, 2012 11:22:31 GMT -5
This was the next car that was to be released by Carousel One. There were 6 prototypes made and luckally, I have one. Looks great with the chrome head rest.
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Post by jamesharvey on Jan 4, 2012 13:41:44 GMT -5
So glad to see this, Rick. I missed out on the Front Motor cars and am thrilled that you are doing this. Please let us know when you are ready for orders.
Jim
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Post by rick on Feb 3, 2013 13:53:27 GMT -5
Update. This is the first pour out of the mold painted and mocked up, used Bare Metal Foil "Chrome" on the tail fin. Molding the oil tank, front & rear bumpers today. Will be ready to take release next week. Michael (Indycals) have decals ready. -Rick  |
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Post by pntmachine on Feb 3, 2013 14:32:57 GMT -5
Very Very nice Rick, count me in on one. Kevin
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Post by racerbrown on Feb 3, 2013 20:50:02 GMT -5
wow!
that looks killer!
count me in for at least one.
thanks rick!
duane
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Post by sandysixtysfan on Feb 4, 2013 7:51:45 GMT -5
Looking great, I'm in!
Sandy
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Post by rick on Feb 17, 2013 13:02:57 GMT -5
Ready for release. The 1961 Hoover Motor Express Epperly. Can be built as either the qualification version or the race day version. Used bare metal foil (chrome) on the tail fin and vent ducts. Paint is Tamiya Orange (TS-12) over a dark grey primer. Very pleased with the end result. This is a compete kit. Price is $95 +$5 shipping. I'm offering it to forum members first for the next couple of weeks before I start listing it on ebay. Michael (Indycals) did his usual exemplary job on the decals which are available from him for $7 (www.indycals.net). Send me a personal message if you'd like one. Below is the qualifying day version.  Rear quarter view.  Race day view.  Thanks for viewing, -Rick |
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Post by sandysixtysfan on Feb 17, 2013 20:21:42 GMT -5
Rick, that looks great! I'm in for one. Interesting about the oil tank, I guess you don't need much for qualifying.
Sandy
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Post by rick on Feb 18, 2013 14:21:43 GMT -5
Bobby Marshman earned co-rookie of the year honors at the 1961 Indianapolis 500 in this three-year old Hoover Motor Express- Quinn Epperly-built laydown roadster. Marshman did not pick up the ride until the second weekend. He 'bumped' his way into the field and started the race in 33rd position, completing all 200 laps on the way to finishing 7th. This kit is a complete curbside version that can be built as the qualifying version or race day version. Kit will be shipped with an all-color WIP directions. Price is $95 + $5 for shipping. Please send me a PM to place an order. -Rick  |
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Post by racerbrown on Feb 26, 2013 7:09:56 GMT -5
received my kit the other day and it sure is nice!
all the parts, resin and white metal are cleanly cast.
the instruction sheet and photos really help make assembly a lot easier. thanks rick!
duane
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Post by pntmachine on Feb 26, 2013 20:13:41 GMT -5
Got mine as well and it is very nicely done. Thank you Rick.
Kevin
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Post by sandysixtysfan on Mar 1, 2013 7:23:00 GMT -5
Mine came yesterday, very nicely done Rick. Well cast, nice metal, and very good instructions. Recommended!!!
Sandy
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