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That might be the ticket - A/C is definitely in the right spot, it also has a P/S pump. Thanks Monte, Nobling!

Thanks FB - I'll be sure to look into those!

Absolutely correct; this car is not a garage queen although it doesn't see snow & it rarely sees rain. It's driven when it needs to be driven. The original A/C compressor went south, so he bought the replacement & fabricated a mounting bracket. I'm really only concerned with having a compressor in the correct location on the engine. I don't have a full pic of the Chevy, but here's a partial with one of its 2 garage mates: '31 (I believe - or '32) Ford coupe. Same engine as in the Impala, 350 SBC. It also has air - & most definitely is aftermarket...?

Hi. I'm attempting to build a replica of a family member's 1963 Impala SS from the AMT kit. One problem I'm having is the car has 1963 factory air. I'm not going to attempt the dash outlets, but I'd like to get the engine close. The 1:24 kit comes with a 409, obviously without air. The car has a small block. Can anyone help me & advise of a kit that has a small block Chevrolet engine with an air conditioning compressor? I don't know GM engines very well - but if a Pontiac, Buick, or Oldsmobile small block is similar I'd go with a small block A/C engine from one of those brands too. Thank you! Pic is engine in the car.

Thanks for all of the input folks - I appreciate each & every one!!

Thanks for the advice Dusty - much appreciated.

Thanks to you both - really appreciate you took the time to post & advise.

Thanks Mike....appreciate the input. Do you use acrylic enamel or lacquer (or both)? I see you are from middle Tennessee. I have in-laws around the Pikeville - Dayton area. Beautiful state.

Getting ready to start some painting on a scale car model with a Badger 105 given to me as a gift. I've never used an airbrush before, & I am totally confused over paint types in general, let alone what would be the wisest choice for a first time AB user. I will be painting in my basement. I have one of those portable spray booths & it will be ducted out a window. I do not have a paint dryer but am considering one. So what would be a good choice for me? Should it be an acrylic? Enamel or lacquer? What brand? What about primer? I know it's a big question, any advice is appreciated.

Thanks for the input - but the only closet I could put it in without hearing it would be in a neighbor's house! It's simply too loud to use in the home.

For Christmas, I received my first ever air brush - a Badger Air Brush Model 105 Patriot. Now I need to make it operable by hooking up a compressor, & I could use some help. Money is NOT the #1 consideration; I don't want to spend more than I have to but I don't need the cheapest unit available either. This compressor will in all likelihood only ever be used with an airbrush. I have a Harbor Freight 1.5HP, 6 Gallon, 150 PSI unit in the garage for inflating tires & other light duty but it makes enough noise to wake up the dead. Most of my painting will be done in my basement & the HF unit won't be used in the house. So noise level is very important, I need something relatively quiet. I also want a unit with a storage tank. Other than that, I don't really know what to look for. I know I want a good performing compressor though. I'll be painting mostly 1:24 or 1:25 scale models. Also: what do I need to hook up between the compressor & the AB? I know I need a hose, but what type? Can someone tell me what size fitting attaches to my AB? Are quick disconnects available & recommended? I know these are probably annoying newbie questions - any help is truly appreciated! Thanks, Kevin

Thanks for that Khils!

Hello folks. I want to build a '63 Impala SS kit as a gift for my brother-in-law. He is currently restoring his (white exterior, aqua interior). I know I won't be able to get it exact, but I'd like to get it as close as reasonable given my skill level & costs. Example: his car has factory air & none of the scale dashboards have the the molded in air ducts. All the kits seem to come with a 409, his is a small block but I've an unbuilt AMT Camaro kit with a small block that I plan to swap in. His car is an automatic, all the kits seem to be 4-speeds but in 1963 the shifters were very similar so that shouldn't be an issue. One thing is though: his car has a full length floor console & from what I can see none of the kits do. Does anyone know of a 1:24 or 1:25 kit that might have a similar console, or something that could be modded? I don't think I have the skill to build one from scratch. Any help or suggestions for this "revisiting" model builder from his early teens is appreciated.

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Local - I like it, thanks for the tip!