mbdesignart Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 Another H Van has fallen onto the bench for a quick build as an entry into a group build for a modelling group on Inyerfacebook, or whatever it's called, the theme is anything French. The rear box arches have been widened to allow the fitment of some beefy alloys and a piece of plastruct box section for the axle in order to drop the ride hieght. The front engine subframe has been ditched and replaced with some more box and tube. This is just a show no go model, I'm not even bothering with an engine. As to the title all will become clearer once the decals make an appearance. 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 The stance and wheels look great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 What Pete said! Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco F. Posted May 9, 2021 Share Posted May 9, 2021 I'm with Pete and Keith Seems like something real cool is coming along. I'll keep an eye on this Marco F Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted May 25, 2021 Author Share Posted May 25, 2021 As it appears that all 'tubes' go rusty I decided to give this the full ferrous oxide. Stage one Vallejo dark rust airbrushed and then stippled on with added baking powder, I hope it does't end up 1/6th scale 😱 Next stage a lighter tones of rusty brown sponged on. The chalky appearance is not as noticable in real life as the in photos for some reason, maybe it's a got a soggy bottom! 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 Excellent effects Mark! Keith 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 Great project, love the look of these Vans. Great work so far and your effects on the underside are wonderful. Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted May 26, 2021 Author Share Posted May 26, 2021 And so onto stage 2, more rust stains, an oil wash and a bit of dry brushing. Now for a nice two colour topcoat. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco F. Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 Perfect!!! It really looks old and worn so far 😍 Can't await to see the next progress Marco F Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 Oh wow this looks fantastic, what great effects. Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 Superb!! K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonners Posted May 26, 2021 Share Posted May 26, 2021 That already looks the business. Superb artistry, if I may say so. I just hope my Tin Snail never looks like that! (It would, given half a chance...) I'm not really a vehicle modeller, but I already love what's being done here so I'll definitely be watching progress - and hopefully picking up more top finishing tips. Jon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted May 27, 2021 Share Posted May 27, 2021 Oooooh, I like it Gallic rust. I see a rat rod in the making... Colin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted May 28, 2021 Author Share Posted May 28, 2021 Thanks for the comments. Bomber seats now being prepped for a nice shiny chrome finish. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 Lovely and Ratty/grotty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted May 29, 2021 Author Share Posted May 29, 2021 Well I'm not sure my plan is still on track, but it's too late now. Colour added over a gloss sealing coat, a bit of chipping medium splashed on here and there followed by a light sand. Some of the primer/plastic is showing and I'm hoping a bit more rust deftly applied and an oil wash will knock it back. Bonus is if I just want a rusty finish next time I'll know when to stop. At least it's keeping me off the roads and shouting at bank holiday traffic 🤨 Any eagle eyed modellers who have built one of these will note the upper locating rods have pinged off the front doors. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted May 31, 2021 Author Share Posted May 31, 2021 That's the retouching and wash finished, oversprayed with a clear coat of Alclad II ready for the decals and detail painting. The wheels have been sprayed for the 3rd time with a mix of Tamiya LP black and aluminium, changed from the previous finishes of all black and black with chrome spoke edges didn't work. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 Looks great with the paint and rust effects, it's certainly an interesting paint scheme too. Great job Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted June 5, 2021 Author Share Posted June 5, 2021 Well that was a distressing few days attempting to distress the decals following the expert advice of a YouTube expert, pah! Anyway I've gone back to paint effects, called it done and given the body a coat of Tamiya LP Flat Clear. Whilst that is hardening I decided to attack the interior bits which, to be truthfull, I'd forgotten about. Bomber seats have been liberally coated with Molotow Chrome and the controls, mirrors and other small bits have been cleaned up ready for painting. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted June 5, 2021 Share Posted June 5, 2021 Rust, a dropped stance AND Chrome Bomber seats? I need a lie down. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Headroom Posted June 5, 2021 Share Posted June 5, 2021 Wow! I’m coming from a position of blissful ignorance on this. The only time I’ve seen anything about it was an old Wheeler Dealers where Ed slotted a Transit engine in. However I like what I see! 👍 Trevor 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbdesignart Posted June 6, 2021 Author Share Posted June 6, 2021 14 hours ago, Pete in Lincs said: Rust, a dropped stance AND Chrome Bomber seats? I need a lie down. Maybe I should make it electric too? 🤣 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco F. Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 Maybe you should think about an oldschool air-condition, just to raise the comfort level. You know I'm thinking about these round boxes fitted outside and filled with ice 🤔😇🤗 Marco F Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete in Lincs Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 @Marco F. Brilliant idea, but I'm thinking a big old ex School bus unit on the roof with exposed pipework. Or is that too steampunk? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco F. Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 Hey Pete, that's a "cool" idea 😂 Marco F 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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