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02/12/2024 3:48 pm
Having purchased the Triumph Roadster from an acquaintance knowing it was damaged it stayed in its box for months waiting for inspiration! I built an Illustra Riley RMC Roadster which had come with two screens, one upright that I fitted to the Riley and one in the folded position. After a trial fit it was apparent that this folded screen would fit the Triumph with some modifications to the bodywork. This is the end result.
02/12/2024 4:47 pm
I think it looks GREAT!
02/12/2024 4:58 pm
Very well done Roger. You would not know that it was a Riley refit.
02/12/2024 5:01 pm
02/12/2024 11:51 pm
Nicely done. Inspiration indeed!
Models = Miracles in miniature = Holding History in ones hand
Cheers and Happy Collecting,
Steve
03/12/2024 1:28 am
The nice thing with white metal models is you can modify any part of a donor to fit better. Furthermore, if you are handy with a chrome pen you can do miracles by building up several layers to fit perfectly and this dries as hard as metal.
03/12/2024 9:09 am
Beautiful work Roger. This is my favorite Triumph of all time.