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Hi everyone, making headway on the engine assembly and the stand is partially assembled and painted. I've spent a lot of time this week at the bench and it's been fun seeing these things come together. I think you'll be a bit surprised when you see the end result. Next week should be assembled on and on the stand. Meantime, I'd like to briefly reply to those that have commented. Cheers, tim Daniel (Straightliner 59) - I knew you'd find my comment amusing. It's just one of those things and it seems I just can't help myself. Andy - Thanks for the post........a lot of great builders in Canada I must say and Francis is surely one of them. Francis - Your recently completed truck is sure bright.........I think you'll like my next round of pics.........hint-hint Michael (mrm) - Glad you found the thread and hope you follow along for the rest of the ride. Claude - You saw that did you? Just wait for the next pics.........The assembly is coming along better than I had hoped. Leonard (Redrocket10) - Thank you sir for the compliment. I do appreciate it and hope you continue to follow along as well. Cheers everyone and try to stay cool! Cheers, tim

Claude, I came to view the car on page 1 and it IS nice..........but your re-make of the second car is drop dead gorgeous. WELL done! cheers, tim

Oh Ian..............it WAS / IS a "simpler" build. I just chose to make it hard.................? cheers, tim

Edward, AWESOME car. Congrats on a beautiful build. btw, if you're seeking opinions.......do the F40 next then tackle that C11.....would love to see what you can do with both. cheers, tim

Love the stance on it Charlie. Keep the updates coming! cheers, tim

Chris, that is so impressive. Bill is correct in sharing that all your added detail and attention to detail add to it immensely. That's a great car & model! cheers, tim

That kits a pretty nice build up. Can't wait to see yours Ray and especially what colors you choose. cheers, tim

Ray, 65 years so far and soon 66..........I know it was a joke too and thanks!! Gotta laugh at my age. John & Mike, thank you for the compliment. Still a ways to go as you're aware but I am making progress. cheers Brian, I get asked that question a lot actually. Parts, too many hundreds to count. The carbs alone were 150 or thereabouts. For time, well, I know I have hundreds of hours just in research and then doing the drawings to machine the parts, actual machine time runs many hundreds more. So all in on the engine, realistically, it's north of 1000 hours. Before you say it, yes, I'm nuts. Daniel, thanks sir. If you could see the mental gymnastics I go through at my age to figure out at times how to make a part in and of itself, you would be flabbergasted. But I do enjoy it, so there is that. cheers Davewilly, Francis and Jason........your continued support and interest, along with many others is a great motivator. Always appreciated I assure you. Today, no bench time as I'm off to visit my friend, the Yoda of the Machining World, Dave (comp1839).......can't wait to get caught up with him and see the BIGGER motor he's stuffing into his 37' hot rod. Cheers one and all! tim

Hey Pete, I did make an engine stand for it.......going to paint and assemble it next so I can get her displayed. Cheers Dave, Scott & Chris........appreciated!!!! A few quick pics with the new oil pan finished....I'm going to assemble the whole thing and get the stand painted by next week so I can wrap this part of the build up.....yeah for the "small" victories! cheers, tim I know the images appear alike but I had trouble with the lighting and getting the details captured. I'll share all 3 for the heck of it.

Good morning to all, oil pan on the mill and should have it done today or tomorrow......but first let me respond to the comments. Brad- Where have YOU been and why haven't we seen more of your work on the forum? It's time to share sir!!!! And thanks too! Ian, thank you.......but now I want to know what YOUR next project is going to be? Claude, it's obvious I go to the "Giant Alligator Clamp" outlet. Granted, with supply chain issues, their inventory is a wee bit low. John Teresi - Jewelry, well so long as I don't have to wear my failures and scrap pieces around my neck, we're good. Brian - Thank you and for following along too! Dave Ambrose - Appreciate the sentiment shared Dave........hope you like what's to follow. Francis - PM sent. Dave (comp1839) - I'll be there around 10:30 unless something changes on your end!!!!!! Cheers everyone!

Fantastic Charlie. I'll likely never see it in person but I'm sure it's quite something. More pics perhaps? The pics (my computer?) come across fairly dark unfortunately. Would love to see it out in the bright sunshine! hint - hint..........cheers, tim

I like the weathering Chris. Really adds to the overall look. cheers, tim

Charlie, making molds for your own tires is an art I've never attempted. Difficult? cheers, tim

Ian, what a great day you had.........deservedly so. I'm sure the owner of the 1:1 was impressed as we are. The video's were fantastic to watch as well. Looking forward to your additional pics too. btw, I like the Nitro Moose Bantam in the background......cheers, tim

The entire car is just impressive by any standard of measure. Great job as usual Steve. cheers, tim

Beautiful looking car Bruce. I like the engine choice too. Without a doubt you can lay some paint down. cheers, tim

I have some pictures to share this morning but first I wanted to reply to all those that have recently commented. Nazz (Jerry) - A simple but much appreciated "thank you!"............ Bobthehobbyguy - I wholeheartedly agree with the talent on the forum and the different subjects covered here. I'm happy to have found the forum 7 or 8 years ago. I've learned a bunch and made new friends too. cheers John Teresi - Thanks sir........and we're all waiting anxiously for YOUR next new build & thread.........soon right ? Chris Smith - "fly on the wall"...........I can't have "witnesses"............soooo.......... ? Dave (comp1839) - "chipping away"..........yeah but SLOWLY chipping unfortunately. btw, No cryin' aloud and it's looking good for the Friday visit too! Ian - "setups & commitment"...........I admit Ian I've used a lot of imaginative set-ups but so far all good. I know machinists on the board, Dave, yourself, Francis and Charlie to name but a few can appreciate the process........thanks! Francis - I admit the bottom portion to machine was tricky as we never want to remove a piece from a vice or rotary once started. This one I had no choice but to do so and I was pleased to get it right all the same. Thanks for noticing. btw, "pro-stock, pro-stock, pro-stock, pro-stock"..............what car / engine are you thinking of if I may ask? You can send me a PM if you're prefer........ Ray (cobraman) thanks for always following along Ray. Daniel (straightline59) - Also a thanks for your continued support and interest! Mavdrag (Jose) - Appreciated! Chris Coller - "just insane"............HEY, who you calling insane, I'm crazy but I'm not insane. ? Charlie Libby - Appreciate your comments and sentiments as always Charlie. I'm following your new build as well and look forward to YOUR progress as well. Lastly, I'm new to the "Heart" (like) feature and just noticed that bytownshaker and Mattilacken both shared the sentiment. Sorry if I missed that from anyone else that shared such a sentiment, I don't mean to be rude but sometimes I DO miss stuff!! The pics that follow are only mock-ups (the manifold itself is glued & assembled but the carbs are not permanently affixed yet) I'm going to re-do the oil pan in steel and change the profile a little bit. Then it's final assembly and painting/assembly the engine stand once and for all. Afterwards, frame rails and finishing the car once and for all. I figure 12 to 18 months should wrap this one up based up my current pace.........cheers everyone! tim been a long time but I'm rolling out the penny for scale purposes btw, I wish everyone could see the actual colors of the metals next to each other....the pics don't do it justice IMO In this pic you can see many of the bolts & tubes used to detail the manifold Seen from the back of the engine

Had to post some quick mock-up pics as I'm about to run out the door........promise to reply to each of you by tomorrow....cheers, tim Just mock-ups.......nothing detailed or assembled yet.........

Many many thanks Gentlemen for the posts........I'll respond to each of you when I get a bit more time. I wrapped up the lower portion of the new manifold and took some shots of the bits and pieces that have to be detailed and assembled. I'm pleased with how it turned out........although I will share that I spent more than 20 hours machining the bottom portion this week. It's 12L14 mild steel which takes me longer to machine BUT the contrast in the metal color to the aluminum engine block/heads and valve covers was well worth it. I'm glad I took the time to pursue this new manifold design and I think it is VERY close to the 1:1 pic I shared earlier. I'm estimating another 10 hours or so of detailing & final assembly of the manifold & carbs. Please remember, this is for the match racer set-up for this 70's era Pro Stock......so everything goes. This manifold I would classify as an experimental......a few burrs and minor clean-up to do yet btw. Cheers to all and HAPPY JULY 4th WEEKEND! Enjoy your cookouts and time with friends and family. Tim

WOW Mark..........that color, gorgeous. cheers

You had me at "Henry J"..........knowing the quality of your builds I'm certainly looking forward to how this one turns out. cheers, tim

Hi Edward.........this is one sweet build you have. I'm soaking up the details you're adding and can only marvel at the crispness of your paintwork. I've never used Splash paints before, honestly I wasn't aware of who they were but after seeing your results I'll have to check them out. Great job sir! tim

Steffen, I can only go by the old adage that "less is more"............I'm not suggesting that you've ignored or omitted anything. It's more of the simplicity and execution of the build that makes it stand apart. Every aspect, body fitment, assembly and paint among others along with your choices for color etc. are something to behold. It's a wonderful model and I wish I could call her mine! cheers, tim

Chris, it's been a while since I visited and your progress is phenomenal. Gorgeous car and wonderful execution on your part. cheers, tim