cobra Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 I recall some years back there were kit reviews of a certain model where they criticized the small block Ford engine (289) for being undersized for accurate scale. I can't however remember what kit that was. I'm working on a tight fit engine bay and a slightly smaller small block would be a boon. Does anyone remember what kit this was or know which kit has the smallest 289/302 Ford? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 The 260/289 in the AMT Cobra is pretty narrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 The 260/289 in the AMT Cobra is pretty narrow.I was thinking the same thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 That's the one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 There might be one in the old Revell '34 Ford 3-window (with the too-short wheelbase) that's pretty small, too. I'd have to take another look at it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 (edited) There might be one in the old Revell '34 Ford 3-window (with the too-short wheelbase) that's pretty small, too. I'd have to take another look at it. Correct. You win a rubber duck. The engine in that kit and in its cousins like the the Buttera T is pathetically underscaled. IT IS NOT CORRECT AT ALL. It's WAY UNDER SIZED and looks ridiculous to anyone who is familiar with what a 1/25 smallblock Ford engine should look like. Try making the engine bay fit a correctly-scaled engine. We do it on real cars all the time. Edited July 28, 2016 by Ace-Garageguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horsepower Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Try adding a little blue to that engine, I hear it works wonders with attaining the normal wanted size?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobra Posted July 29, 2016 Author Share Posted July 29, 2016 Try making the engine bay fit a correctly-scaled engine. We do it on real cars all the time. Thanks Ace, for the answer to my question. Will check my "T" kits. Okay, that being said, what is the most accurate 289 kit engine? And a big "thank you" for all the replies so far. Great information. A big help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vamach1 Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 The Historic Racing Miniatures one is the most accurate, The ones from the Monogram 65-66 Mustangs are pretty good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RancheroSteve Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 The one in the IMC Lola T70 is pretty tiny, but not so easy to find.I'd say the most accurate kit one is the AMT '67 Shelby Mustang (1/25 scale). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 The one in the IMC Lola T70 is pretty tiny, but not so easy to find.I'd say the most accurate kit one is the AMT '67 Shelby Mustang (1/25 scale).Didn't you do a detailed SBF Steve? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RancheroSteve Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 Didn't you do a detailed SBF Steve?Yes I did, JC - thanks for mentioning it: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/81557-289-hipo/It's largely based on the AMT SBF from the Mustang. Still not commercially available, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BubbaBrown Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 My vote would be 1966 Mustang by AMT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 Here is a build up of the HRM FIA 289 engine mentioned above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 (edited) Yes I did, JC - thanks for mentioning it: http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/81557-289-hipo/ It's largely based on the AMT SBF from the Mustang. Still not commercially available, though. Hope it does become available some day. Edited July 29, 2016 by afx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Ed Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 The one in the IMC Lola T70 is pretty tiny, but not so easy to find. Oh, I wouldn't say that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RancheroSteve Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 Oh, I wouldn't say that You've obviously got the market cornered, Ed! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 Ed has them all !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Can-Con Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 Not all of them ,, Hey, I got mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Ed Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 Not all of them ,, Hey, I got mine. DARN! One slipped through my Fingers!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkman Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 (edited) The ones in the Revell kits are pathetically underscaled, so they might work well when space is an issue.I can't remember what the one in the Sunbeam Tiger is like, but it might be one to check out as well. Edited July 30, 2016 by Junkman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Most Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 There might be one in the old Revell '34 Ford 3-window (with the too-short wheelbase) that's pretty small, too. I'd have to take another look at it. Oh, the wheelbase isn't the only "off" thing about it. The engine in it is indeed undersized, but the worst knock against it, appearance-wise, are the valve covers. Swap some better ones on and it can become a nearly-credible looking SBF with a little detail work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 (edited) I've got an AMT Cobra 289 unbuilt. I can make some measurements if you need me to. I may even be open to trading it. Edited July 30, 2016 by MeatMan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 (edited) Still really kinda amazes me that several "scale model" engines, all models of the same engine and all in the same "scale", can be different sizes. I guess the definition of "scale" as I know it isn't held to be a hard and fast rule for the "professionals" who make these things. Just in case there's any confusion about this quandary of mine...to make a "scale" model, all you do is measure the real one and divide by the scale you want your model to be. Therefore, if you know how to use a measuring tape (duh) and can divide and get the same answer every time (better check the batteries in the calculator or smart-phone, 'cause God knows it's impossible to divide with a pencil and paper anymore) EVERY "scale" engine should be just about identical. But somehow, they're not. Measuring and dividing must be a LOT harder than they seem. Must be Chinese time zones new math production constraints artistic interpretation language barriers etc. Edited July 31, 2016 by Ace-Garageguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 Lets not forget the small block from the Revell 32's. I find it too small for a hot rod but it might be perfect for a Cobra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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