Jon Haigwood Posted August 16, 2021 Share Posted August 16, 2021 I an currently working on a 40 Ford Convert that I usede the frame suspension and running gear from the 39 Wagon Rod. With modifications it is working out great. I am thinking about doing another Resto Mod build on a 40 Forde pickup. Is there any other kits that would have a suitable frame, suspension and running gear for these conversions ? Would love to use a Coyote motor but I don't think there is anything available. Thanks Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bainford Posted August 16, 2021 Share Posted August 16, 2021 Foose F-100? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fabrux Posted August 16, 2021 Share Posted August 16, 2021 Lindberg '37 Ford is a great 1:24 custom chassis. A Coyote is available either from 3D/resin vendors or maybe the '13 Boss 302 kit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plowboy Posted August 16, 2021 Share Posted August 16, 2021 The chassis from the Revell '41 Willys pro street may be an option. I always wanted to stick one under a '40 Ford coupe. It may need the wheelbase modified for the pickup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stitchdup Posted August 16, 2021 Share Posted August 16, 2021 Icaman collections on ebay does a few different modern chassis and the coyote, I'm sure they would work with a little trimming Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CabDriver Posted August 16, 2021 Share Posted August 16, 2021 (edited) I think I remember @tim boydonce writing in an article or posting online somewhere about the AMT Ford Courier frame and running gear being a good basis for modernizing a 40 Ford...but my memory is a little vague. Tim to the courtesy phone please! Edited August 16, 2021 by CabDriver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tim boyd Posted August 16, 2021 Share Posted August 16, 2021 Jim, I think it was David Dale that did that conversion article if I am remembering correctly.....TB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Pol Posted August 16, 2021 Share Posted August 16, 2021 7 hours ago, stitchdup said: Icaman collections on ebay does a few different modern chassis and the coyote, I'm sure they would work with a little trimming alittle trimming lot of sanding you mean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CabDriver Posted August 17, 2021 Share Posted August 17, 2021 3 hours ago, tim boyd said: Jim, I think it was David Dale that did that conversion article if I am remembering correctly.....TB Even when I get the wrong guy, you still know the answer! 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rodent Posted August 17, 2021 Share Posted August 17, 2021 Nothing to do with a 40 Ford, but a Chevy S10/T10 frame and suspension used to be a fairly popular swap under 30s-40s GM trucks in the 1:1 world. Lots of aftermarket support, and a SBC fits nicely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claude Thibodeau Posted August 19, 2021 Share Posted August 19, 2021 Hi Jon! Definetely the Boyd Coddington chassis that comes with the Lindberg's 37 Ford coupe / Vantasic / Coupester kit variations, followed by Revell's 41 Willys coupe in street-rod or Pro-Street variation (NOT the gasser). Both are easy to modify if needed. CT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Haigwood Posted August 19, 2021 Author Share Posted August 19, 2021 Thanks All for the suggestions, Gives my some choices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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