Kit Karson's '33 3hree Window Coupe

[bobthehobbyguy]

Nice. Shaping up nicely.

[Kit Karson]

'33 3W Coupe Interior

Wanna give a BIG shout out to Brother @Speedpro for color matching the Revell '29/'30 Banjo steering wheel!  Looks right at home inside the AMT '34 tub under the Monogram '33 dash, also finely detailed by Paul! -KK

[Limeyglue]

On 2/3/2024 at 7:49 PM, Speedpro said:

A couple months back this project was shipped to kalispell Montana to have what was a quick paint job to help out a friend. I get this build out of the box and am taken in by whats in front of me. What was going to be a simple paint job turned into much, much more. I always love a challenge and this was sure not going to disappoint me. I'm not going to go into full detail of what all was done, But will recount some of the repairing, changing, adding, detailing and painting that took place while in my possession.......................................

 

This is what I started with, Broken frame and body. Took inventory and started in.

 

After some fitting and fine tuning things, it was time for some primer. At this point the color that was chosen was applied. After spending some time working with the paint and other details it was decided this color was not working on this 33'. So the paint was removed and it was back to point C. Another color was decided on and the car was again prepared for paint. And as you can see, It's not only the body but also the frame and other parts that needed a redo

 

Did some work on the interior bucket adding door sill on top of the bucket so as it will line up with the window opening. another big task was to fill in the aprons so they fit around the frame in a nice smooth manner. At the same time the grill was lade back and aprons extended to meet the grill shell. Also carved out the body to accept a pitman arm. Just a cool touch.

 

Lastly, The grill recieved a photo etched insert and the cowl vent was opened up and a door was built to have it be in the open position. Happy to say everything came out ok. This last pic is of all the parts ready to be assembled. But not by me. I just do all the easy stuff!

I am happy to say that the 33' is heading back to atlanta to be reunited with its owner @Kit Karson

 

Can I ask where the photo etch grille insert came from?

[Kit Karson]

13 hours ago, Limeyglue said:

Can I ask where the photo etch grille insert came from?

@Speedpro found the Model Car Garage 2040 1-25 1934 Ford Grille & Resin Surround Photo Etched Detail on-line and figured it had to be incorporated into the '33 3W...

 

Then before the grille insert was set in place, Paul polished it with SIMICHROME! -KK

[Kit Karson]

'33 3W Ford Flathead Engine

[Limeyglue]

On 3/21/2024 at 9:51 AM, Kit Karson said:

@Speedpro found the Model Car Garage 2040 1-25 1934 Ford Grille & Resin Surround Photo Etched Detail on-line and figured it had to be incorporated into the '33 3W...

 

Then before the grille insert was set in place, Paul polished it with SIMICHROME! -KK

Thats great. Thanks for the info

[Jay Whittaker]

Another STUNNING Hot Rod build..... Eye candy galore!! Can't wait to see more!

[Limeyglue]

On 3/22/2024 at 8:10 PM, Limeyglue said:

Thats great. Thanks for the info

I saw the grille and thought it would look great on my WIP

[Kit Karson]

Added lower hoses, headers, and dip stick...

[Bullybeef]

Ahem, kind sir might we have some more? 

[Kit Karson]

20 minutes ago, Bullybeef said:

Ahem, kind sir might we have some more? 

Dusty Mockup -KK

[Bullybeef]

Finish line in sight, drop a gear and hammer it go man go! 

[Zippi]

Yup, looks pretty good through my eyes.  

[mrm]

Bitchin'!

[tim boyd]

Paul and Wes....terrific work!  Onward!!!   TIm 

[Tim W. SoCal]

Looks like it is almost ready for a fast run down Muroc Dry Lake!...

[John B.]

Very cool, sir; very cool!

[TopherMcGinnis]

BEAUTIFUL ?