Sledsel Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 Well, I have had my hands in too many kits that have become major projects. Seems nothing is getting finished. Well, I saw this Corvette at a good price and grabbed it. Having built it as a kid, I knew what I was getting, and was looking forward to building it again. Simple promo type chassis, one piece interior tub, basic old AMT kit. Overall, just as I remembered and considering the age, the mold is holding up well, very little flash, details look good, mold lines are light. My plan is to get it built, on the shelf and actually accomplish something. No real frills, modifying or upgrading. Probably add a few minor details under the hood and that's it. My plan is to finish in a week. First night, assembled engine long block, sanded mold lines from the body, did clean up for paint, added to the mounting surface above the front tires (the area in just a tad wider than the hood opening) and I did lengthen the radiator with some styrene stock to add the lower radiator hose. Not sure what engine option I will use since the fender has the "Fuel Injection" badge and removing without messing up the flags will be tough. I may see if I have the flags in a decal. Color is going to be metallic burnt orange with a black interior Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted June 3, 2019 Share Posted June 3, 2019 12 hours ago, Sledsel said: Not sure what engine option I will use since the fender has the "Fuel Injection" badge and removing without messing up the flags will be tough. I may see if I have the flags in a decal. Color is going to be metallic burnt orange with a black interior Since "metallic burnt orange" wasn't a factory color for '63--or any other year of C2--you're already in "Day Two" territory and needn't feel constrained to retain the FI or flag emblems, or any other emblems. Smooth the whole body off if you want to! Use the BB engine! Go wild on the wheels & tires! Have FUN with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted June 4, 2019 Author Share Posted June 4, 2019 Progress on day 2. Chassis painted and detailed, engine is painted, emblems shaved off the body per Snake's thoughts, and the body primed. Weather is going to be good tomorrow, so I hope to lay some body color. The burnt orange is kinda in the air right now. Floor is in flat black with a satin black on the frame. Exhaust is flat aluminum. I decided on the big block just because this will be a street machine, not a stock build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted June 7, 2019 Author Share Posted June 7, 2019 Day 3 progress was a bust... layed some paint down and it was old and went on like spackle. After it set up, into the purple pond. Day 4, did the interior, basic black, flocking for carpet, white face gauges, kit provided seat belts (thinned a bit) Engine mostly assembled, used a parts box intake, carbs and air cleaners. Body sanded, primed, sanded. Trying for different paint Friday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted June 7, 2019 Share Posted June 7, 2019 Those old AMT C2 Vettes are FUN, aren't they? Drive on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted June 7, 2019 Author Share Posted June 7, 2019 7 hours ago, Snake45 said: Those old AMT C2 Vettes are FUN, aren't they? Drive on! Yes, they are.... actually all these old AMT kits are fun. I just need to stop trying to update or improve them and enjoy them. Too many people whine and complain about these old kits. And we have color.... The color is called Medium Metallic Blue. Not doing anything with it, no rubbing, buffing, anything, just let it dry and BMF the body. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magicmustang Posted June 7, 2019 Share Posted June 7, 2019 Nice paint, looks like Nassau blue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted June 8, 2019 Author Share Posted June 8, 2019 6 hours ago, magicmustang said: Nice paint, looks like Nassau blue. Thanks... That was my thought. Only ended up with 2 tiny specks in the paint. Good 'nuf Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1930fordpickup Posted June 8, 2019 Share Posted June 8, 2019 Good color Choice Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
58 Impala Posted June 9, 2019 Share Posted June 9, 2019 Beautiful color. The 63 Splitwindow is my all time favorite car. I think the mid 60's coupes are the most beautiful cars ever designed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gramps46 Posted June 9, 2019 Share Posted June 9, 2019 4 hours ago, 58 Impala said: Beautiful color. The 63 Splitwindow is my all time favorite car. I think the mid 60's coupes are the most beautiful cars ever designed. X2 Tom. I was lucky enough to buy and restore a '63 and a '66 back in the '70s when they were cheap. Hated to see them go but with 2 kids they were not practical for a family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted June 9, 2019 Share Posted June 9, 2019 Great looking paint finish. I also like the color with a small amount of foil should look very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
58 Impala Posted June 14, 2019 Share Posted June 14, 2019 On 6/9/2019 at 12:13 PM, Gramps46 said: X2 Tom. I was lucky enough to buy and restore a '63 and a '66 back in the '70s when they were cheap. Hated to see them go but with 2 kids they were not practical for a family. Gary you were fortunate to own them. For me to own any of the C2 coupes now would be a lifelong dream. I've never been in the right place or right time to afford one (I'm 62), now they're out of reach for my wallet. So I guess I'll enjoy building them in styrene. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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