Zippi Posted October 6, 2021 Author Share Posted October 6, 2021 Since I'm making this into a Sedan I needed a back seat since one was not supplied in the kit. The seat out of the 29 Ford Roadster fits just fine. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Metallic Posted October 6, 2021 Share Posted October 6, 2021 You can get it lower by removing material from the inside of that crossmember like Espo suggested earlier. That will allow the spring to sit into the frame, gaining you a little drop. Beyond that, to get any lower you'll have to start z-ing the frame, or at least switching out the kit axle for something with a heavier drop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 6, 2021 Author Share Posted October 6, 2021 49 minutes ago, Mr. Metallic said: You can get it lower by removing material from the inside of that crossmember like Espo suggested earlier. That will allow the spring to sit into the frame, gaining you a little drop. Beyond that, to get any lower you'll have to start z-ing the frame, or at least switching out the kit axle for something with a heavier drop. Yeah I'll have to work on the cross member to get it just a little lower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airwreck Posted October 7, 2021 Share Posted October 7, 2021 11 hours ago, Zippi said: I got a little bit done on the engine this morning. I thought I had lost the alternator. It's so bad looking I just missed it on the tree. Engine still needs some touch up and completed. Got the distributor wires glued in. Not sure how you fella's do your distributors but I use the supplied one and use a pin to get a starter hole and drill it out with a .069 bit. Then I glue the 9 30 AWG wires in. I've found that the Gel works better and doesn't wick up the wires. I guess I'm cheap, can't see paying for something I can make that looks pretty good. Just my thoughts fella's. With the wires glued in it gives me something to hold onto when painting the distributor. I will have to try this as soon as possible! Thanks for the tip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 7, 2021 Author Share Posted October 7, 2021 8 hours ago, Airwreck said: I will have to try this as soon as possible! Thanks for the tip! You bet Airwreck. Wiring a distributor this way may not be everyones cup of tea but it works for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted October 7, 2021 Share Posted October 7, 2021 The ride height looks good, of course lowering the front a little more will give it more of a classic hotrod rake, so it works out either way. I think the artillery wheels with the spinners is the way to go. Everything looks great so far. David G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claude Thibodeau Posted October 7, 2021 Share Posted October 7, 2021 19 hours ago, Zippi said: Well....I managed to brake the front axle while I was removing two of the leaf springs as it is very weak. I glued a new brace in but still need to tweak it into shape. This is the ride height I'm getting now. Don't know if I can take another leaf spring out but I'm uncertain about the height. Those are not the wheels I'm using. Just used them for the mock up. Hi Bob! Nice project! The riding height of this kit, in its standard form, is much in tune with the era when it came out... The BIG protuding rear tires and more than sufficient ground clearance shout of the early 70's. The boxart on the latest Coke reissue does not even try to hide that fact. The offset big mag wheels on the box top absolutely require more clearance with the fender, which was the way 1/1 car were set back then... Your narrower rolling stock allows more "rake" if you fancy it. That would make it more in line with the "current look". Choices, choices... CT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Metallic Posted October 7, 2021 Share Posted October 7, 2021 Maybe I'm just being pedantic, but these are not "artillery wheels". These are wire wheels. it may be deceiving because the spokes are thicker than 1:1 would be, but that necessitated by the plastic molding process. Here's some examples of actual "artillery" style wheels, which are usually made out of solid steel with perforation cut or cast into the design. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 7, 2021 Author Share Posted October 7, 2021 5 hours ago, Mr. Metallic said: Maybe I'm just being pedantic, but these are not "artillery wheels". These are wire wheels. it may be deceiving because the spokes are thicker than 1:1 would be, but that necessitated by the plastic molding process. Here's some examples of actual "artillery" style wheels, which are usually made out of solid steel with perforation cut or cast into the design. You could be right about that Craig. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldmopars Posted October 7, 2021 Share Posted October 7, 2021 6 hours ago, Mr. Metallic said: Maybe I'm just being pedantic, but these are not "artillery wheels". These are wire wheels. it may be deceiving because the spokes are thicker than 1:1 would be, but that necessitated by the plastic molding process. Here's some examples of actual "artillery" style wheels, which are usually made out of solid steel with perforation cut or cast into the design. I noted the same thing, but was debating on if I should say anything or not. You beat me to it. The “Spokes” or “Wire” wheels are more correct for this car. True Artillery wheels look better on something after 1935. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted October 9, 2021 Share Posted October 9, 2021 That rear seat looks perfect in that interior bud. This is coming along nicely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 10, 2021 Author Share Posted October 10, 2021 (edited) I've change gears once again fella's. Now I'm thinking about going with one of the stock wheels & tires. I didn't like how the rear wheels stick out past the fenders so I modified the inner hub to set the rear wheels in like the front fender. This also required cutting 1/8" off the axle. The ride height didn't come out as low as I would have liked but it's a lot better than the stock height was. Edited October 10, 2021 by Zippi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted October 10, 2021 Share Posted October 10, 2021 You're doing great buddy. I like the look👌 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 10, 2021 Author Share Posted October 10, 2021 30 minutes ago, TransAmMike said: You're doing great buddy. I like the look👌 Thanks buddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 10, 2021 Author Share Posted October 10, 2021 I was looking at the remaining parts in the kit and noticed (2) windshield frames and (2) grille shells. The parts on the far left and far right are what is shown in the instructions. Not sure what MPC's thinking process was on the extra parts. The grille will not fit the shorter grille shell and the other windshield from is to small. In fact, both just barely fit the opening in the body. Just hard to get a pic of the fit issue. Not sure how to glue it in without having a big gap somewhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 10, 2021 Author Share Posted October 10, 2021 Got the engine wire. Think I'll mount the coil on the firewall or fender later. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FLHCAHZ Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 Coming along nicely! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 1 hour ago, FLHCAHZ said: Coming along nicely! Thanks Chaz. Trying to get all the work in I can when I have the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 Been following you build Bob, you have a nice looking engine and chassis. I am curious how your grill and windshield works out. Thanks for posting that and the extra parts… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Darby Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 16 hours ago, Zippi said: I was looking at the remaining parts in the kit and noticed (2) windshield frames and (2) grille shells. The parts on the far left and far right are what is shown in the instructions. Not sure what MPC's thinking process was on the extra parts. The grille will not fit the shorter grille shell and the other windshield from is to small. In fact, both just barely fit the opening in the body. Just hard to get a pic of the fit issue. Not sure how to glue it in without having a big gap somewhere. I haven't built the MPC kit, but if it's anything like the AMT kits, the windshield frame mounts from the inside, and is sandwiched between the cowl and the windshield glass. The squarish frame is for the phaeton, and the shorter grill shell is a custom 29 Model A shell; a curious option that's been around pretty much the entire lifespan of that kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 Thanks for the info Dave. Didn't think about the windshield being part of the framework that holds it together. I'll check it out when I get out into the garage later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted October 11, 2021 Share Posted October 11, 2021 Good call on the rear axle adjustment, nice work wiring the engine. Again with the windshield frames?! 😮 The model car gods must have a twisted sense of humor! David G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 24 minutes ago, David G. said: Good call on the rear axle adjustment, nice work wiring the engine. Again with the windshield frames?! 😮 The model car gods must have a twisted sense of humor! David G. Thanks Dave. I know right. Well....3rd time's the charm so the next one will be good right??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 (edited) I now have a rolling chassis so to speak. I checked out the windshield and frame fit to the body and the glass fits the frame fine but the assembly is just to small for the opening. I'll have to think about this over a couple cups of coffee. I was going to get the body in primer today but there is a chance of rain and the humidity it way to high. Edited October 11, 2021 by Zippi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted October 11, 2021 Author Share Posted October 11, 2021 (edited) Ok....made a little more headway on the Sedan. I did a pretty much plain Jane interior. I blacked out the whole bottom as I was loosing interest in the crappy parts I was gluing on. I may go back and paint the floor black. This is the last MPC kit for me. Edited October 11, 2021 by Zippi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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