1/87 Scale SanitatsWagen (1943 Version)

[Mini Me]

While waiting for tail lights to arrive I have been working on this mid to late war version of a Ford ambulance. As delivered the model had incorrect front fenders (early rounded type) so I scrounged up some late ones from the spares box, masked off the glass and soda blasted the paint off the cab and van body. Made a start on getting all the grab bars and door latches/handles installed, as well as a new exhaust pipe. progress so far...

 

[Steve Jones]

Bet it was fun doing those handles Rick! Will you be painting on the red crosses or using decals?

 

[scottie3158]

Rick,
That is a cracking job. Bring on the paint.

 

[Mini Me]

Hi Steve, I have ordered some new decals for this project as the ones I have are too small for the Ariel recognition one that goes on the van roof. Thanks for looking in. Rick H.

 

[Mini Me]

Hi Scottie, not quite there with the wet stuff. I'm currently working on a cab roof rack for the spare tire and some jerry cans. I am also considering making up a set of rear entry steps like I did on my chow wagon. Thanks for dropping by. Rick H.

 

[Mini Me]

Here is a small update on my progress since my last post. Roof rack, windshield wipers, headlights and rear steps. The steps will be nonfunctional as the rear door does not open, so will be in the stowed position for transport. Comments and criticisms are always welcome. Rick H.

 

[Mini Me]

Last update before the wet stuff goes on. Added the remaining bits of small details. Trailer hitch, drivers side mirror and the rear license plate and tail light housing. Hope the decals show up for this soon. Rick H.

 

[Lee Drennen]

Rick. Very nice glad to see you building bring on the color

 

[SimonT]

Hi Rick - what do you use for small scale soda blasting? Sounds interesting

Details looking good

 

[Mini Me]

Thanks Lee, hoping to get the base coat of yellow on tomorrow, stay tuned. Hi Simon, I bought a Snap-On tools Soda blaster when I was working in Aviation for removing scale, rust and light corrosion on the surfaces of different metal alloys. I found out that by turning the air pressure way down it makes a nifty paint remover and surface prep on styrene plastic. It is a siphon feed nozzle with a cup underneath to hold the soda that allows you to blast baking soda on delicate surfaces. Rick H.

 

[Steve Jones]

Nice work all round Rick. Good luck with the wet stuff

 

[Mini Me]

Thank you Mr. Jones, always a pleasure to hear from you. Wet stuff is going on today.
Rick H.

 

[Mini Me]

The paint is on and I have started with a couple of washes. Still waiting on decals so rest of weathering is on hold till I get the decaling done. Rick H.

 

[scottie3158]

Looks great with some colour on.

 

[Mini Me]

Thanks Scottie, I hope the decals come soon. The Mojo is high and I don't want to lose it over slow mail service!
Rick H.

 

[Mini Me]

Well the Red Cross decals still have not arrived. However, I found some Areal Rec. Flags in the stash and thought I would try one on the hood. I cut and laid down wet tissue (same size as flag) soaked with Elmer's glue, hit it with a hair dryer then gloss coated over the top of that. I was hoping to give it a little texture. Won't know on this until I final weather and dull coat it. Fingers crossed. Rick H.

 

[Lee Drennen]

Rick. That looks great outstanding work on the flag. I see these on some of there vehicles what was the purpose of it?

 

[Mini Me]

Areal Recognition Lee, so their own aircraft wouldn't shoot at them. These were normally tied down to the hood or fenders so they wouldn't blow off during movement. Thanks for dropping by Lee, It's been awhile. Rick H.

 

[Steve Jones]

A very nice paint job Rick. I hope the decals arrive soon

 

[Mini Me]

Thanks Steve, I bought the decals off evilbay and I think they are coming from Germany. Supposed to be here no later than the 3rd of April but it has already been eight days. I thing they must be walking them over the North Pole! LOL I still have a few things to keep me busy though. Rick H.