johnwitzke Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 (edited) It has been a long haul but here is a photo of my finished Dick Brannan's 63 Ford Lightweight. The very first pre-production 1963 lightweight built, and most successful with 65 wins and 22 records Edited July 26, 2017 by johnwitzke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagedragcrazy Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Really nice looking great job!!!vince Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtx6970 Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Very nice.Are the decals readily avail for this car ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2002p51 Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 I like that, nice job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnwitzke Posted July 26, 2017 Author Share Posted July 26, 2017 The decals are Slixx from 2005. I was able to locate a set. For a 12 year old decal set, they went on without any issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TarheelRick Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Excellent looking FORD, but then all of them are. Really like the looks of this one. And it has the tail down attitude rather the nose down of the later years. I think I have a set of those decals. By chance, do you have any more pictures of this build? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BubbaBrown Posted July 26, 2017 Share Posted July 26, 2017 Great Build, nice job . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mredjr Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Great job!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 How about a few more pictures John. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnwitzke Posted July 27, 2017 Author Share Posted July 27, 2017 Here are some additional photos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnwitzke Posted July 27, 2017 Author Share Posted July 27, 2017 (edited) Making an accurate 1963 Ford Galaxie LightweightThere were five pre-production 1963 lightweight Galaxies produced each differed slightly 1963 Romy Hammes – Brannan Super Stock Ford Galaxie Lightweight Pre-Production #1Kit – AMT 1/25 scale Prestige 1963 Ford Galaxie Donner Kit – AMT 1960 Ford StarlinerExterior Modifications· Remove Galaxies emblems from front fenders· Remove FORD lettering from hood· Added Pro Tech photo etch hood pins· Exterior paint single stage Model Master and polished to replicate factory paint from 1963· Bumpers and grill painted Vallejo Metal Chrome paint to replicate the real aluminum bumpers · Decals from Slixx· Air valve stems on wheels· Bare metal foil trimInterior Modifications· MCW Resins 1963 Ford Lightweight Interior · Extensive modification of front bucket seats to replicate real Bostrom lightweight seats· Added black mat to floor in place of carpeting· Painted to replicate Code 24 beige using Ford colors Lt. Beige, Rose Beige and custom mix beige· Thin wire used to replicate chrome trim on door panels· Steering wheel and column painted black as the original · Rotunda column tach · Added cloth Headliner and dome lights Engine Compartment Modifications· Ford 427 engine with correct “THUNDERBIRD” valve covers. Production lightweights have 427 decals. The 1960 kit includes a dual 4bbl intake and carb that accurately depicts a 1963 427 low-riser · Oil breathers added to valve covers· Ignition wiring routed per actual firing order· Firewall modified to replicate actual lightweight cars · Weathered to replicate “as raced” and not restored· Accurate red Rotunda oil filter with correct decal (Whoopie Kat)Chassis and Underbody · 1960 Starliner underbody and chassis modified to fit the 1963 body· Traction Master style traction bars included in the 1960 Starliner kit· Underbody painted red oxide with body color overspray· Front control arm tips left bare metal color as the original carFinally, a very special thanks to Mr. Dick Brannan who through his guidance and the countless question that he answered, made this project possible. Edited July 27, 2017 by johnwitzke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metaldrumm Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Looks like you put a lot of thought into this project, well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggie427 Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Stupendous effort and devotion to accuracy.Love these sixties SS and FXers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waynehulsey Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Excellent work on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Excellent execution on a great piece of drag history John !!!Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
250 Testa Rossa Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Are the cheater slicks from Speed City? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnwitzke Posted July 27, 2017 Author Share Posted July 27, 2017 Thanks all. One done four to go. Yes, the M&H Racemaster slicks are from Speed City Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldr-n-drt Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 john...where did yall get the dash decals from?? (speed omitor) oldr-n-drt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaguar man 21 Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Beautiful work!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAGIC MUFFLER Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 It turned out really beautiful..!!!! And thanks for writing down all the modifications to this project. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 john...where did yall get the dash decals from?? (speed omitor) oldr-n-drtBest model car parts. He sells on E-bay or www.bestmodelcarparts.com I have several of his dash decals they are great.Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mredjr Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Great job John!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagercr Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Killer build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bytownshaker Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 John your Galaxie turned beautiful, can't wait to see your next build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bondo bill Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 sharp build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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