Metalmad Posted October 23, 2022 Share Posted October 23, 2022 (edited) Hello All, I started this build on the 69 SS a few months back then started on a Meng 1/24 1966 Ford GT but I ran into some paint and decal issues on the Ford so I put it aside for now so I could think about how I will attack to correct the issues so then I decided to start back on the 69 Chevelle. So here are some pics of the process of the build and where I'm at on the build. First off the body has been painted and decals added then a couple coats of clear but she will still need Thento be rubbed out. Then I started on the assembly of the engine which has been painted as well as the intake manifold , water pump , carburetor, heads and certain parts detailed with paint and holes drilled for spark plugs , distributor and couple for the coolant hoses. Edited October 23, 2022 by Metalmad 15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1972coronet Posted October 23, 2022 Share Posted October 23, 2022 L89 ! Looking great! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted October 24, 2022 Author Share Posted October 24, 2022 Thank you John ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ea0863 Posted October 24, 2022 Share Posted October 24, 2022 I'm not sure which I like better, that awesome metallic green, or super-realistic engine compartment. Cannot wait to see how the interior comes out! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted October 24, 2022 Share Posted October 24, 2022 I agree with everyone else on the engine appearance. What color did you use on the Holly Carb? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted October 24, 2022 Author Share Posted October 24, 2022 (edited) I sprayed the carb first with primer than Tamiya gold then I used a black wash to give it some depth. I also pre drilled for the fuel lines & vacuum lines before painting the carb as well. Plus I also scratch built the lower half of the air cleaner housing that sits on top of the carb. Edited October 24, 2022 by Metalmad 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted October 25, 2022 Author Share Posted October 25, 2022 (edited) Started working on where the coolant hoses will be installed to the intake manifold and to the water pump which I was able to get just one hose installed this evening that runs from the front of the intake manifold down to the top of the water pump and I must say it was a challenge to just get the one hose installed. Edited October 25, 2022 by Metalmad 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOBLNG Posted October 25, 2022 Share Posted October 25, 2022 That is a great looking engine! I like the colour also. A buddy of mine had a ‘69 Beaumont that was nearly that shade.👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted October 26, 2022 Author Share Posted October 26, 2022 (edited) Thank you Greg ! I will be attempting to plumb the engine correctly by adding coolant hoses and wiring in their proper locations as well as adding a oil dip stick, throttle cable and vacuum hoses which the progress on adding these details will be slow. Edited October 26, 2022 by Metalmad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted October 26, 2022 Share Posted October 26, 2022 Great color choice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted October 26, 2022 Author Share Posted October 26, 2022 Thank you Carl ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slotto Posted October 26, 2022 Share Posted October 26, 2022 Great looking engine. I keep coming back to look at it. That wash really adds to the look Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted October 26, 2022 Author Share Posted October 26, 2022 Thank you Steve ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keef Posted October 26, 2022 Share Posted October 26, 2022 Dumb question but, is that the kit carb or a Fireball carb? Amazing detail so far, can’t wait to see it come together!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluestringer Posted October 26, 2022 Share Posted October 26, 2022 Beautiful green. Looks great. Engine looks great also. Is that the kit carb? Nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted October 26, 2022 Author Share Posted October 26, 2022 Kieth & James the Holley carburetor is from Fireball and thank you for the awesome comments as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted October 26, 2022 Share Posted October 26, 2022 Oh yeah, great looking engine Seth!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted October 26, 2022 Author Share Posted October 26, 2022 Thank you Mike ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted October 28, 2022 Author Share Posted October 28, 2022 (edited) Well I have finished getting the locations drilled and pinned for the two other coolant hoses that will be installed to the intake manifold and the water pump so then I was looking through my stash of photo etched parts and and came across some 6X9 speaker grills so I decided to use them for the build.They will be installed to the rear deck so I have cut out some speaker grill plates out of styrene to install the grills to but I still need to cut out the inner portion on the plates to have a more realism look of the install which will be a challenge Edited October 28, 2022 by Metalmad 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted October 30, 2022 Author Share Posted October 30, 2022 (edited) Hello All , I got a little bench time today which I was able to finish scratch building the speaker grill mounts and will be getting the first coat of primer on them later which they are not perfect but they will have to do . Sorry for the one picture being a little blurry. Edited October 31, 2022 by Metalmad 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted October 31, 2022 Author Share Posted October 31, 2022 Thank you for the likes fellas ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted October 31, 2022 Share Posted October 31, 2022 Neat idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metalmad Posted November 11, 2022 Author Share Posted November 11, 2022 Hello All, Small update on the Chevelle which I have finished getting the speaker grill mounts painted and the grills installed to the mounts and I have also started on scratch building the coolant hoses that run from the heater core to the water pump and to the intake manifold. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dino246gt Posted November 11, 2022 Share Posted November 11, 2022 Looking real good, nice build! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted November 11, 2022 Share Posted November 11, 2022 Very nice, it all takes time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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