Building Jordan Vehicles (Photo Intensive)

[dknelson]

Some people gripe when older threads are revived but I am glad you revived this one.  Bob Grech used to post a lot of useful threads of his excellent modeling but he seems to have not posted anything here in a long time.  Many of his old threads could well stand to be revived and admired by newer members of the Forum. 

Dave Nelson

[farrellaa]

Nice job Bob, and good tutorial. I just finished the 32 Ford coupe/hot rod and can attest to the fragility of their kits, but the results are great. I still have 6 more kits that I have bought over the past couple of years. The 32 hot rod inspired me to build a 'speed shop' just to accessorize the rod!

    -Bob

[wickman]

Hornblower do you happen to have a link to Bobs layout? Always have time for a layout lookie see.

[hornblower]

If you think Bob did a nice job on this truck, you should see the rest of his layout!  Wow!

I have built a few of the Jordan kits with fair results.  I first built the two hot rod kits but had trouble with warped chassis on both. Unlike the large "pan" frame of the pickup kit, both of the hot rod kits came with a rather fragile frame rail chassis and both had a distinct twist.  After several less than successful attempts to straighten the chassis, I just went ahead and built both kits.  I just have to make sure I place the finished models at a bump or grade transition so that all four wheels touch the road surface.

The 40's coupe I later built came with a sturdier (and straighter) chassis.

I do like the effect Bob achieved with the amber headlight lenses. 

[tstage]

Agreed.  This is the type of threads that I'd like to see more of on the forum.  I'll be bookmarking it - for sure.

Tom

[wickman]

Just came across this excellent tutorial. Well done.

[Anonymous]

Art, I bought some kits in early 70's and a couple resently of the same, that were lost and there is no difference that I can see.

[ARTHILL]

I found a fire truck, a roadster and a pickup. Some looked pretty old. I wonder if the kits have improved much.

[claycts]

Thank you for the time and effort. ever done any of the white metal cars? My wife bought me 10 of them and i can not just EBAY them away!!
Take Care
George P.

[Anonymous]

Art, great price!!! If I could ask which ones did you find?

[ARTHILL]

I just found a bunch at a train show for a buck. Am I gonna have fun.

[ezielinski]

Great job building and detailing that truck. But one question - didn't Henry Ford, back in the day, say "We have any color you want as long as it's black"?

[orsonroy]

Fantastic clinic; thanks!

One of the reasons that I keep feeling the tug to backdate to the 1920s is because of the really cool old cars that I could model. a '57 Chevy does nothing for me, but I'll run across a busy street to get a better look at a Model A coupe! My dream car is a '32 Packard.

[pcarrell]

Bob, not only is this great work, as usual, but it's fantastic to see how you do it.

Might I suggest a tree making clinic? You's look great!

[Bob grech]

Simon:

That would be cool. If I'm lucky, perhaps they'll reward me with a few complimentry models for the free advertisment.

[simon1966]

I picked up 3 models today in between meetings. I wonder if Jordan will see a spike in sales of any significance?

[jacon12]

Bob, thank you for taking the time to make this up for us. If you don't mind a question, what cements specifically do you favor for projects like this? I'm a bit new to the world of modeling so any advice is appreciated.
Jarrell

[Anonymous]

Thanks Bob. I had often seen Jordan vehicles at my LHS but never bought one. I think you've done a good thing for Jordan. Their sales may increase due to your excellent results. I am gonna give it a try.

Trevor

[fiatfan]

Thanks, Bob. I really appreciate the tip.

Tom

[ereimer]

great tutorial , thanks very much . now i'm off to check if Jordan makes anything appropriate for my 1905 layout


edit.... yes they do , they make quite a few horse drawn carts , buggies , etc.

[billlong]

Bob, Great work on the P.U. truck. Thanks for the very helpful tutorial. I will now take up the challenge on several Jordan vehicles I recently purchased. They do make a scene really pop when done as you demonstrated.[:D]
ps. really enjoy your posts. especially the photos. Keep up the great work.[:)][:)]

[ARTHILL]

Great clinic. I got one built this year in AZ. Not as good as yours, but the learning curve is started. Eventually I want more. I am putting sound in an old brass articuated at the moment, and talk about a learning curve. The power wires greatly affect the articulation movement.

[Bob grech]

Tom: That's a trade secret! .... only kidding.

To achieve the "aged" concrete effect (btm the bridge started as a Rix plastic model) I mix floquil concrete with Durham's water putty. This adds texture to the paint. The trick is to stipple the paint onto the bridge in lieu of brushing it on. If you let the putty harden somewhat you can achieve a more textured look. Just remember to work in small patches or scrap material until you achieve the results your after. And always follow up with the alcohol stain mix as described in this post.

Bob....

[simon1966]

QUOTE: Originally posted by Bob grech

Simon:
The ratio of ink wash is the same that I used to weather the stripwood for the bed liner. (2 teablespoons of ink to 1 pint of alcohol) BTW, this mix can be used throughout the layout including structures made of wood or plastic.

Bob...

Thanks Bob, of course the information was right in front of my eyes! I guess I should focus on the forum, rather trying to watch the AI results show and the Cardinals game on ESPN at the same time.[:I]

[fiatfan]

Bob, very nice work but (you knew there was going to be a "but", now didn't you?) how did you achieve that effect of rotted concrete on the bridge in the last picture?

Tom

[Bob grech]

Simon:
The ratio of ink wash is the same that I used to weather the stripwood for the bed liner. (2 teablespoons of ink to 1 pint of alcohol) BTW, this mix can be used throughout the layout including structures made of wood or plastic.

Bob...

[Anonymous]

Thank you Bob,
I haven't used A/I in the past but always flat paints and chalks. Great idea on the lens. Wood in the bed is fantastic[:D]

[Anonymous]

Looks fantastic. Fred

[simon1966]

Bob, thank you very much for the effort to put this together. I am on a business trip to Florida and it looks like there is a good hobby shop here in Sarasota that I hope has a Jordan vehicle to get started on.

A question. What ratio of ink to alcohol do you use in your ink wash?