This isn't the first 55 I have ever done as this model has been around a long time. MT made a great mold of it so I am using it in stead of the usual Snap-Tite kit.
As old Smoke and Fred look things over in the body department, time for another installment of Harry's Almost Useless modeling tips :)
Making a simple flat tray interior is easy for most and really doesn't need much of a tutorial. BUT I have had more email about it so here we go.
I like using the Plastruct diamond plate for effect. When you are finished it adds just a bit more scale appeal to me so it's worth the investment. The roll bars I make from the Evergreen rod. I just use a lighter to heat and bend. Testors model glue holds it just fine. I use just about anything for a dash panel, but left over clear lexan works great. Best use of a cheap commercial blob body I can think of. They are found very cheap and the best part is using the pre-molded windshields for other models when you want or need a curvature shape. If not, you can see I save all sorts of blister packs and have even picked up some clean K&S sheets. ANOTHER HINT: Save those soda bottles! A good 2 liter bottle also makes a great source for windshields :)
Once spray painted flat black I think it looks ok. No modeling awards here, just a basic interior that you can fine detail if you wanted to.
Works for our racing :)
Ok, time to heat up the old iron...stay tuned. :auto-checkeredflag:
