Ford Econoline Pickup

Marty Johnson · 2021-09-01T14:14:07Z

As most of you know, I've done several custom diecast modifications. I love 'em all, however, this 3D-printed plastic model is one of my favorites. That's because it represents a fantasy project that I've dreamed about for many years, which was to fit a big block engine into an Econoline chassis for street driving. How cool would it be to show up on Woodward Ave. with a 1:1 version of a big block powered Econoline? One can only dream for a 1:1 but a model would prove to be more "doable!" Still, the Econoline stands out as one of the most difficult and frustrating model car projects I've ever tackled. It was a real PITA! The Econoline was 3D printed in Italy. It only came with the body, doors, and tailgate. All of the other components would either have to be scavenged from other 1:18 models or fabricated from scratch. The real challenge that caused most of the consternation was creating and fitting the fabricated windshield. In fact, I shelved the project for about a year because that single element proved to be overwhelmingly difficult. However, after many trial and error attempts, I finally managed to form a windshield that fits relatively okay. There were other issues too, but I won't bore you with the details other than to say the car suffered a paint reaction, the roof sagged, and I learned that the 3D-printing manufacturing process leaves ridges in the body, which required hours of sanding to smooth out for painting. The chassis was a leftover from my Gas Ronda AWB Mustang project. I modified it to serve as the chassis for the Econoline. I dropped the Ford 427 SOHC "Cammer" engine for power. Now, the model resides in a prominent position in my display case. I'm glad I finished it, and it is the sou rce of great pride. Thanks for looking!

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Topic starter 04/09/2021 5:55 pm

@chris - That's just crazy, huh? 😮

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