Quick GMC Posted January 13, 2016 Share Posted January 13, 2016 (edited) I have a few of the BOSS 429 kits, but I would really like to do a 69 version. Is there anything out there, like a resin transkit or something?I know the front end is different, but what else is different, other than the side vents? Edited January 13, 2016 by Quick GMC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maindrian Pace Posted January 13, 2016 Share Posted January 13, 2016 Taillights and taillight panel as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddyfink Posted January 13, 2016 Share Posted January 13, 2016 1969 Boss 429 1970 Boss 429 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quick GMC Posted January 13, 2016 Author Share Posted January 13, 2016 ok, I didn't notice the rear. does anyone know if a kit or aftermarket parts were ever made for a 69? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted January 13, 2016 Share Posted January 13, 2016 I assume you're wanting to convert the Monogram 1/24 kit. I don't think I've ever seen or heard of a transkit for it.If I were you, I'd do some googling and see if anyone has ever done a diecast '69 Boss 9, or at least a 1/24 '69 Mustang FB that could be built into one using the Monogram kit parts. Just an idea. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quick GMC Posted January 13, 2016 Author Share Posted January 13, 2016 I assume you're wanting to convert the Monogram 1/24 kit. I don't think I've ever seen or heard of a transkit for it.If I were you, I'd do some googling and see if anyone has ever done a diecast '69 Boss 9, or at least a 1/24 '69 Mustang FB that could be built into one using the Monogram kit parts. Just an idea.That's a good idea, thank you. I know they are subtle differences, but to me the 69 looks a lot better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Irwin Posted January 13, 2016 Share Posted January 13, 2016 I know they are subtle differences, but to me the 69 looks a lot better. Lot's of people agree with you . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vamach1 Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 I built a Boss 429 out of the MPC 69 fastback. It turned out okay. I took the pictures before I put on the fender decals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louie Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 1969 Boss 429 1970 Boss 429 wow,those are exellent comparison pictures of the 69 and 70. You just don't relize the differences until you see them next to each other. Great pictures ,Thanks. Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topher5150 Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 Would a Mach 1 body work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Haigwood Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 Would a Mach 1 body workAs far as the body is concerned the only difference I see is the hood scoop. There are different engine/tranny options on them thou. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 Use this and a 70 donor kit. Get the corrected resin front end tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Force Posted January 14, 2016 Share Posted January 14, 2016 The only thing is that the Revell 69 Mustang is 1:25th scale and the Revell/Monogram 70 Boss 429 is 1:24th scale, it's only the engine and hood scoop that are different between the 69 Mach 1 and 70 Boss and I haven't tried myself so I don't know how well the engine from the 70 Boss 429 fits in the 69 engine bay...it might work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Haigwood Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 A Revell Super Cobra jet may be a option. It has the right body , wrong hood and its 1/25th so the 429 should fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Force Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 (edited) As I said, the Revell 1969 Mach 1 Super Cobra Jet is 1/25th scale and the Revell/Monogram 1970 Boss 429 is 1/24th scale, so the engine can be a bit large for the 69...I don't know as I haven't tried. Edited January 15, 2016 by Force Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted January 15, 2016 Share Posted January 15, 2016 Just cut a round hole in the hood of the 69, the rear louvers almost fit the 69. a little sanding on the edge of the louvers and a little on the opening, they will fit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sport Suburban Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 I built one using the Revell 1/25 69 Mach 1 and the Revell 70 Boss 429. It is easier than building a 69 Boss 302. That was more work in my opinion. The scale difference is slight and the motor is a tight fit but not impossible. I used the hood scoop engine from the 70 as they will be needed. Everything else but the decals came from the 69 kit. On the 69, the only body mod I did was remove the molded in battery from the engine compartment. The real car has the battery in the trunk. Plus the air cleaner snorkel would hit it anyways. I assembled the engine without the valve covers glued on as it will not insert into the body from underneath. You will need to mock it up with the air cleaner in place as you will need to cut the hole in the hood and fit the scoop. This needs to be carefully measured as the air cleaner will actually fit in this hole for the hood to close but the scoop covers it. I think the motor being larger also gives the right look to the size of the real motor in the real car! I also used the exhaust from the 429 kit and shortened it to fit the 1/25 chassis. The tires are from the 429 kit and the wheels are AMT and I believe from the 68 Roadrunner kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sport Suburban Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 (edited) BTW the valve covers, air cleaner, strut tower braces and master cylinder booster were all glued in place after the chassis was mated to the body. Otherwise the engine will not fit into the body. Also note that 69 Boss 429's have body color hood scoops and the 70 Boss 429's have semi gloss black scoops. Edited January 16, 2016 by Sport Suburban Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted January 16, 2016 Share Posted January 16, 2016 nice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quick GMC Posted January 17, 2016 Author Share Posted January 17, 2016 Awesome. Thank you for that information Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freakshow12 Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 I am doing one right now. Let's clear up some misinformation in the above pics too. The 69 boss 9 did not have exposed exhaust tips as the pic suggests. They ALL had a straight rear valence and turndowns. That applies for 70 as well. Secondly, no need to fit louvers to a boss 9. None were factory installed either year. Only interior color in 69 was black. The magnum 500s were different from 69 to 70. For a correct 69 wheel steal some from the Amt mopars. Tall center cap they had and different spokes. As far as engine size, the 70 engine fits just about right in the 69 Mach model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freakshow12 Posted January 18, 2016 Share Posted January 18, 2016 mine will be black jade. A rare 69 only colour. The exhaust is also different from 69-70. The 69 uses the transverse muffler and resonators and the 70 used regular mufflers. I am lucky enough to have access to a 69 and a 70 to look at and know the cars quite well. Going to be a fun project. Hoping someone on here can hook me up with the corrected front end Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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