Boring. Single-tone 1955 Oldsmobiles just don't have the exciting looks of the two-tone models. Case in point, Danbury Mint's LE solid turquoise model. Pretty color, but ehhh...
So, after many sleepless nights (not really), I got this idea. It pained me to do it because of what it cost me, but I blew it apart...
...and then I did the same to one of DM's more common White/Red models.
I decided to use the white front clip and marry it to the rear of the turquoise model.
Disassembly was harder than I thought. Because I was not doing any exterior painting, I had to be careful not to damage the paint when using the glue debonder. The quarter panel spears were the biggest challenge to remove.
I mixed up some turquoise paint and painted the dash and door hinges.
Then the assembly began. The original turquoise/white interior was retained with the exception of the dash gage panel. It was switched out with the White/Red one because it has a spotlight handle for the spotlight on the white front clip. The windshield assembly was swapped out as well because of the turquoise sun visors.
The end result is much more appealing to my eye:
Now, what am I going to do with all of those leftover parts?! Well, you'll just have to wait until next time when again we'll enter...the ROCKET ZONE!
Boring. Single-tone 1955 Oldsmobiles just don't have the exciting looks of the two-tone models. Case in point, Danbury Mint's LE solid turquoise model. Pretty color, but ehhh...
So, after many sleepless nights (not really), I got this idea. It pained me to do it because of what it cost me, but I blew it apart...
...and then I did the same to one of DM's more common White/Red models.
I decided to use the white front clip and marry it to the rear of the turquoise model.
Disassembly was harder than I thought. Because I was not doing any exterior painting, I had to be careful not to damage the paint when using the glue debonder. The quarter panel spears were the biggest challenge to remove.
I mixed up some turquoise paint and painted the dash and door hinges.
Then the assembly began. The original turquoise/white interior was retained with the exception of the dash gage panel. It was switched out with the White/Red one because it has a spotlight handle for the spotlight on the white front clip. The windshield assembly was swapped out as well because of the turquoise sun visors.
The end result is much more appealing to my eye:
Now, what am I going to do with all of those leftover parts?! Well, you'll just have to wait until next time when again we'll enter...the ROCKET ZONE!
Pete.. absolutely amazing!!!!! ..some months ago I was considering to ad the white/pearl top from the HT to this one in the original solid blue.. still waiting to find a cheaper HT..
..I got nearly finish the Franklin M '55 Pontiac Yellow/Black now with a black top.. not bad.. photos next time..
On this Olds I like more the (other) hubcaps.. any tips on how to swap hub caps.. specially how to detached them..
.. thanks, and great photos too! specially the one with the rockets behind!!
I would love to see your yellow/black Pontiac hardtop! Please post pics soon. To remove the hubcaps I use either an exacto blade or a utility knife. I like the utility knife better because the blade is more robust and is not likely to break. Make sure the knife is sharp. The hubcaps are held on by a couple dabs of glue on their backsides. I run the knife in spots around the edge and pry up slightly. Eventually the glue bond will be broken and the hubcap will pop off. Some come off easier than others. The trick is trying not to damage the outer edge of the cap. The arrows show where the glue was. I hope this helps.
I was originally going to use the spinner hubcaps but settled on standard ones, which incidentally, are two piece. Thanks!
I don't have to tell you that you are my hero, because you know it already. I'm awe struck with your impressive and creative talent. And you also know that I'm ready for another one anytime you're ready. As they say, you know my number. Stay well my friend.
