mrmike Posted November 24, 2017 Author Posted November 24, 2017 Yes, I have. The engine sits correctly in its mounts and there is no fan on the pulleys. There is an electric fan mounted on the radiator and the engine sits fairy close to the radiator. If I remember correctly for the actually build on Overhaulin', space in the engine bay was at a premium due to the engine size and placement.
djflyer Posted November 24, 2017 Posted November 24, 2017 (edited) Yes, I have. The engine sits correctly in its mounts and there is no fan on the pulleys. There is an electric fan mounted on the radiator and the engine sits fairy close to the radiator. If I remember correctly for the actually build on Overhaulin', space in the engine bay was at a premium due to the engine size and placementThanks for the info on yours. Mine are tight to each other and it doesnt seem possible to mis-mount the the engine. so I'll have a look at the fitment of how I attached the pulley and belts to the block. Edited November 24, 2017 by djflyer
mrmike Posted November 24, 2017 Author Posted November 24, 2017 Thanks for the info on yours. Mine are tight to each other and it doesnt seem possible to mis-mount the the engine. so I'll have a look at the fitment of how I attached the pulley and belts to the block. On the engine sides are two small "blades" about 3/8ths inch back from the front of the engine block and those sit in a groove on the chassis. Those are your front engine mounts. The transmission mount should sit on the transmission mount slot.
mrmike Posted November 24, 2017 Author Posted November 24, 2017 I got the wheels painted with Tamiya TS-42 Light Gun Metal and trimmed with rim edge with my Molotow Liquid Chrome Pen. I painted the side panels and dash with Tamiya TS-48 German Grey. Not shown is the seat which was painted with the same paint. The exhaust and the radiator where painted with Model Master Aluminium Plate Metalizer and then coated with Testors Semi Gloss Clear. More to come...
mrmike Posted November 26, 2017 Author Posted November 26, 2017 I applied the decals to the air cleaner and valve covers this morning. I'll let these dry awhile, then spray some gloss clear over them. I applied some decals to the engine and installed the MAD distributor. Once the valve covers are on, I'll run the wires to the heads. The wheels and disc brakes are all glued on so this FD100 is not going to roll off the table and hit the floor. I did a mockup to check the stance and I like it! More to come...
mikemodeler Posted November 27, 2017 Posted November 27, 2017 Nice color combo with the paint and wheels, looking good! The weather this week will be perfect for painting,, I should get busy so I can build over the holidays!
mrmike Posted November 27, 2017 Author Posted November 27, 2017 Thank you Mike! I need to get to wet-sanding the body, finishing the engine, and the rest of the kit. Any issues I have had with this kit has been mostly of my doing like body work. I'm hoping to be able to get this build to 90-95% done this week.
mrmike Posted November 30, 2017 Author Posted November 30, 2017 I wet-sanded the body to get rid of the trash and unevenness in the paint. My goal was to prep the body for another coat of paint. The 427 R Roush engine is now wired and installed in the chassis. And, the interior is complete. More to come...
mrmike Posted December 1, 2017 Author Posted December 1, 2017 Thanks Jeremy! The engine installation is complete with the upper radiator hose detailed and installed. I had almost forgotten the coil-over shocks for the front suspension. More to come...
KWT Posted December 2, 2017 Posted December 2, 2017 Mike, you are one of those who help in making my mind up about many kits. Now to just get about half as good as you...
mrmike Posted December 2, 2017 Author Posted December 2, 2017 Thank you David and Jeremy! Jeremy, I appreciate the kind words, but I consider myself a hack like anybody else! I'm just trying to build a better model car! But, if what I do and how I do it inspires you to purchase and build a specific model car or truck, then I do thank you and I hope that your build is just as good as mine or even better!
mrmike Posted December 4, 2017 Author Posted December 4, 2017 I spent a lot of time discussing my paint issues with some members of my model club Saturday at our meeting. I have come to the conclusion that the Tamiya Fine Surface Primer has had a formula change and it is not a good as it use to be. The hot hobby Testors One Coat Lacquer had mixed with the Tamiya primer instead of lying on top of it like it should. I was advised to get some DupliColor primer and use that instead. Since I have go out and run some errands today, I'll stop by the auto parts store and pick up some DupliColor primer.
mrmike Posted December 12, 2017 Author Posted December 12, 2017 I primered the Foose Ford with the DupliColor Primer and does this primer spray on nice! Thin coats and very controllable. Far cheaper than a can of Tamiya primer when you compare size and total cost. Let's see what happens when I paint over it. I found a few spots that need extra attention on the passenger side rear fender. More to come...
mrmike Posted December 21, 2017 Author Posted December 21, 2017 Well, I have waited long enough and now I just had to get to finishing this Foose Ford. Another three coats of Testors De Ja Blue and no primer bleed-through! The color laid down nice! I think I have found a new primer. More to come...
djmcguire Posted December 21, 2017 Posted December 21, 2017 I've been using Duplicolor primers almost exclusively for quite a while now...they come in multiple colors (white, light grey, dark grey and 'hot rod' black) and I've never had an issue with anything I've sprayed over them including Tamiya, Testors One-Coat, regular Testors laquer or enamel and, of course, Duplicolor paints.
slusher Posted December 22, 2017 Posted December 22, 2017 Paint looks really great Mike. I really like how it's coming together for you except your bad luck on the first paint ...
mrmike Posted December 28, 2017 Author Posted December 28, 2017 My second attempt at painting the Foose Ford resulted in a much better paint job, Carl. I just need to clear the paint and finish the build.
Bennyg Posted December 28, 2017 Posted December 28, 2017 Very nice. The mods made to get rid of the metal axle is awesome. I'm definitely looking at getting this kit. Ben
crazyjim Posted December 28, 2017 Posted December 28, 2017 What did you do to get those thin lines on the interior? Looks terrific.
mrmike Posted December 29, 2017 Author Posted December 29, 2017 Jim, believe it or not, but those are the kit decals! I took my time with them and they can out pretty good!
mrmike Posted January 13, 2018 Author Posted January 13, 2018 I cleared the FD100 with Testors Wet Look Clear last week and I am truly liking this color! I now need to wet sand the clear and get it really smooth. More to come...
mrmike Posted January 24, 2018 Author Posted January 24, 2018 I spent part of my day wet sanding and polishing the Foose Ford. I decided to add some Testors Wet Look Clear to the interior bottom, the bed, and the running boards. Now it's on to final assembly! More to come...
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