LVZ2881 Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 He seems to be the only guy I can find that makes ladder bars, and straight axles. any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
64SS350 Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 After looking for the same thing myself and searching many of my kits, to find nothing adequate, I checked a few tutorials on here. From turnable straight axel, to springs, to shocks. I decided to scratch build everything. You check details of my progress in the build section..Flintstone Flyer II x3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1930fordpickup Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 There are some on Shape ways. Straight Axles anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1930fordpickup Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 https://www.shapeways.com/product/VXETREWWS/tube-straight-axle-1-25?optionId=61148110 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Metallic Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 Seek out Drag City Castings. The owner, Ed, is a member here. So you can message him directly if you like. He does make some drag associated items, including ladder bars. He has just recently brought back his line of racing hoods, and he has a ton of wheels that would be gasser appropriate. Here'a link to Drag City Castings Fotki page. His casting work is excellent. https://public.fotki.com/drasticplasticsmcc/member_dealer_directory/drag-city-casting-/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 Out of curiousity, whats wrong with Reliable Resin? I don't order much resin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 21 minutes ago, Jantrix said: Out of curiousity, whats wrong with Reliable Resin? I don't order much resin. Hey Rob. Over the years there have been a lot of tales of woe regarding RR. I've wanted to buy stuff he's offered but been turned off by his unreliability. Pun intended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 42 minutes ago, Mr. Metallic said: Seek out Drag City Castings. The owner, Ed, is a member here. So you can message him directly if you like. He does make some drag associated items, including ladder bars. He has just recently brought back his line of racing hoods, and he has a ton of wheels that would be gasser appropriate. Here'a link to Drag City Castings Fotki page. His casting work is excellent. https://public.fotki.com/drasticplasticsmcc/member_dealer_directory/drag-city-casting-/ I second Drag City for the ladder bars, and Shapeways or fabrication for the axle. The issue with fabbing your own is in the springs, which are harder to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Metallic Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 1 hour ago, Jantrix said: Out of curiousity, whats wrong with Reliable Resin? I don't order much resin. Not to be a jerk, but just do a search here for Reliable Resin. Several threads about them. And it's more than just a couple dissatisfied customers. It's a definite trend formed after years of poor customer service Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jantrix Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 2 hours ago, Mr. Metallic said: Not to be a jerk, but just do a search here for Reliable Resin. Several threads about them. And it's more than just a couple dissatisfied customers. It's a definite trend formed after years of poor customer service 3 hours ago, MeatMan said: Hey Rob. Over the years there have been a lot of tales of woe regarding RR. I've wanted to buy stuff he's offered but been turned off by his unreliability. Pun intended. Good to know. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
64SS350 Posted April 10, 2019 Share Posted April 10, 2019 3 hours ago, MeatMan said: I second Drag City for the ladder bars, and Shapeways or fabrication for the axle. The issue with fabbing your own is in the springs, which are harder to do. There not as hard as you think, this gasser build has expanded my abilities beyond anything I've done before. But all the inspiration comes from guys on here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fumi Posted April 12, 2019 Share Posted April 12, 2019 Speed City Resin makes some pretty good parts. http://speedcityresin.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 On 4/10/2019 at 1:40 PM, 64SS350 said: There not as hard as you think, this gasser build has expanded my abilities beyond anything I've done before. But all the inspiration comes from guys on here! Well, you calling it easy doesn't convince me that it is. I've seen your work, and I don't come near your level of expertise at fabrication. That said, I am fabbing my own springs for my AFX Mustang. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
64SS350 Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 20 minutes ago, MeatMan said: Well, you calling it easy doesn't convince me that it is. I've seen your work, and I don't come near your level of expertise at fabrication. That said, I am fabbing my own springs for my AFX Mustang. Thanks, but several months ago I would have said the same to someone else. Just experiment and watch builds others do for inspiration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 www.speedcityresin.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 55 minutes ago, Alan said: www.speedcityresin.com 55 minutes ago, Alan said: Alan, I reckon you've heard at least a thing, or two about Reliable Resin! Ahh! The good ol' days! :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted April 13, 2019 Share Posted April 13, 2019 1 hour ago, Straightliner59 said: Alan, I reckon you've heard at least a thing, or two about Reliable Resin! Ahh! The good ol' days! :-) Hi Dan, yes we have my friend, yes we have ..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my80malibu Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 Ask Brad Norgaard to show you how he Builds his straight axles. Honestly He should do a tutorial they are very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
my80malibu Posted April 23, 2019 Share Posted April 23, 2019 On 4/10/2019 at 6:20 AM, Jantrix said: Out of curiousity, whats wrong with Reliable Resin? I don't order much resin. Seems to be a dependability and Communication issue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draggon Posted April 24, 2019 Share Posted April 24, 2019 If you've got $25 AUD to spend, the Parts Box has nice straight axle suspensions and a whole bunch of wheels and tires to choose from. https://www.thepartsbox.com/product-category/exterior/suspension/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted April 24, 2019 Share Posted April 24, 2019 Page 3 and beyond also shows the steps to scratch-building a straight-axle and leaf springs... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted April 24, 2019 Share Posted April 24, 2019 (edited) Revell '41 Willys provided all the suspension parts for this build Edited April 24, 2019 by afx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted April 24, 2019 Share Posted April 24, 2019 On 4/13/2019 at 11:30 AM, Alan said: www.speedcityresin.com Do you know if they've caught up on their orders? They had a statement on their site about keeping up with orders. I'd like to get their leaf spring set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted April 26, 2019 Share Posted April 26, 2019 MCW model car world resin also has a ladder bar traction bar parts package ....... Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted April 26, 2019 Share Posted April 26, 2019 On 24/04/2019 at 3:25 PM, MeatMan said: Do you know if they've caught up on their orders? They had a statement on their site about keeping up with orders. I'd like to get their leaf spring set. Contact Scott, he will let you know Alan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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