TransAmMike Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 Hi Guy's. Hope I posted this in the right place. I'm new to this. Using the Revell "Black Widow " kit I'm wanting to build a similar car to the picture. Can anyone give me an idea where I can get the type of headers in gthe picture. Also the straight front axle. Any help/ideas will be appreciated. Sorry for the huge picture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Pol Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 shapeways Ron Olson parts https://www.shapeways.com/shops/3d-model-specialties?section=1%2F25+Scale&s=0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 The ex-MPC '57 Chevy flipnose, which I believe was recently reissued, has both the straight front axle and fenderwell headers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted June 14, 2020 Author Share Posted June 14, 2020 Thanks for the info !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 12 hours ago, TransAmMike said: Thanks for the info !! Another possibility for the suspension would be in the Revell '57 Ford gasser model. This has a complete front axle assembly that wouldn't need much to attach too your '57 Chevrolet. As for Headers you might look around in any recent Chevrolet kits with the small block engine. The Revell '69 Nova SS comes to mind. If you're building a big block car the '70's Camaro kits have some nice headers in them. You might also list your needs on the "Wanted Parts" on the forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted June 15, 2020 Author Share Posted June 15, 2020 Some good ideas there "espo". I'm afraid if I bought the 57 Ford kit I couldn't resist building it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 Get a 40% off coupon for HL and build the leftover '57 Ford as a Kustom or a street rod. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted June 16, 2020 Share Posted June 16, 2020 (edited) On 6/14/2020 at 5:23 PM, Snake45 said: The ex-MPC '57 Chevy flipnose, which I believe was recently reissued, has both the straight front axle and fenderwell headers. Yep, should be easy to find: The pie crust style cheater slicks can be found in the Polar Lights '64 GTO and '65 Dodge Coronet kits. Edited June 16, 2020 by Casey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted June 16, 2020 Share Posted June 16, 2020 On 6/14/2020 at 4:55 PM, TransAmMike said: ...Also the straight front axle. Any help/ideas will be appreciated It's not that hard to build a straight axle and leaf springs from scratch. The process is fairly well illustrated in this thread. And feel free to ask questions if you need any clarification. Below is an in-progress shot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted June 17, 2020 Author Share Posted June 17, 2020 Thanks again for the additional suggestions. Good ideas to ponder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted June 24, 2020 Share Posted June 24, 2020 Looking forward to seeing this one being built. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuces ll Posted June 24, 2020 Share Posted June 24, 2020 (edited) X100.... ??<<<<Big fan of gassers! Edited June 24, 2020 by Deuces ll Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Myers Posted June 26, 2020 Share Posted June 26, 2020 Build your own headers from solder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted June 26, 2020 Author Share Posted June 26, 2020 Thanks Greg, I've seen them made with solder, anyone out there know how to or a source to show how? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Myers Posted July 9, 2020 Share Posted July 9, 2020 I've seen threads here on the board, good luck finding them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Myers Posted July 9, 2020 Share Posted July 9, 2020 http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/127536-building-solder-headers-which-way/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted July 9, 2020 Share Posted July 9, 2020 On 6/26/2020 at 11:19 AM, TransAmMike said: I've seen them made with solder, anyone out there know how to or a source to show how? "solder headers" + Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Myers Posted July 9, 2020 Share Posted July 9, 2020 You'll need some solder. Rosin core bends easier than solid but you have the possibility of the rosin leaking out. There are three sizes. .062", .093", and .125". Your call on size. Here's what i've found. .063" good for street headers on 1/25th scalw. .093" good for race cars, Gassers, etc. .125" all out,funny cars etc. And a parting caviat, I found the .093 hardest to find, most hardware stores ( Lowes, Homedepot, ACE) don't carry it. You can find it on line Amazon. Aluminum tubing for collectors. Plastistruct strips for the Header flange, easier than cutting from flat stock' Good Luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Myers Posted July 9, 2020 Share Posted July 9, 2020 Great help Casey, as usual. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted July 9, 2020 Author Share Posted July 9, 2020 I really appreciate the help guys.? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted August 13, 2020 Author Share Posted August 13, 2020 Switching gears here (Ha, no pun intended). Using the 57 Pro shop kit that I kinda botched up the paint on gonna do a Streetable Gasser along the lines of the photo (although the car in the picture is an all out Gasser). I've constructed the leaf springs for the front suspension and modified the frame to install the new front suspension. I'll post some pics in a day or so. Thanks for looking, Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuces ll Posted August 13, 2020 Share Posted August 13, 2020 That is beautiful...... ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuces ll Posted August 14, 2020 Share Posted August 14, 2020 Here it is again with a new coat of paint..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuces ll Posted August 14, 2020 Share Posted August 14, 2020 It could use a nice induction setup..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted August 14, 2020 Author Share Posted August 14, 2020 Yeah Guido, I did see that red and gold repaint. Actually, that car seems to have been painted differently a few times. I haven't really settled on an engine yet or intake system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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