Hotrod 97 Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 I found this Shelby in my dad’s old collection, still factory sealed. This will be an OOB build. Here is what I will be working with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 That is a nice kit, especially when you think about when it was first released. Makes a very handsome model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deathgoblin Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 Nice find! Looks like a great kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 12, 2018 Author Share Posted October 12, 2018 7 hours ago, espo said: That is a nice kit, especially when you think about when it was first released. Makes a very handsome model. Thank you. I really look forward to building it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 12, 2018 Author Share Posted October 12, 2018 6 hours ago, Deathgoblin said: Nice find! Looks like a great kit. Thanks! I was excited to discover it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 14, 2018 Author Share Posted October 14, 2018 Got the engine painted, detailed, and pretty much put together. Next I’ll finish the engine and start on the chassis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
66belair Posted October 14, 2018 Share Posted October 14, 2018 That is a nice kit to work with. A guy in our local club just built one, his was slightly modified with a 99 cobra engine, rear suspension and eaxhaust, haven’t built one of these in years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 15, 2018 Author Share Posted October 15, 2018 Got the engine assembled. It needs the spark plug wires yet. Now on to the chassis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted October 15, 2018 Share Posted October 15, 2018 Clean work on the engine Ty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 17, 2018 Author Share Posted October 17, 2018 On 10/14/2018 at 8:10 AM, 66belair said: That is a nice kit to work with. A guy in our local club just built one, his was slightly modified with a 99 cobra engine, rear suspension and eaxhaust, haven’t built one of these in years. Very interesting and unique setup! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 17, 2018 Author Share Posted October 17, 2018 (edited) On 10/15/2018 at 6:13 AM, afx said: Clean work on the engine Ty. Thanks JC! Edited October 17, 2018 by Ty Gontz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 17, 2018 Author Share Posted October 17, 2018 The spark plugs were tricky, but I got them on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 17, 2018 Author Share Posted October 17, 2018 Chassis work is done. Next is the interior. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sledsel Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 Looking good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vamach1 Posted October 17, 2018 Share Posted October 17, 2018 Very clean work. If it's not too late you can paint the alternator silver or steel with some copper dabbed in. The gas tank would usually be steel. There are so many pictures online to refer to for painting ideas if you are going for a factory stock look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 23, 2018 Author Share Posted October 23, 2018 On 10/17/2018 at 4:09 PM, Sledsel said: Looking good Much appreciated Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 23, 2018 Author Share Posted October 23, 2018 On 10/17/2018 at 5:47 PM, vamach1 said: Very clean work. If it's not too late you can paint the alternator silver or steel with some copper dabbed in. The gas tank would usually be steel. There are so many pictures online to refer to for painting ideas if you are going for a factory stock look. That’s a great suggestion! I’ll keep that in mind for future builds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 25, 2018 Author Share Posted October 25, 2018 Starting work on the interior assembly. Got the firewall and engine installed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuces Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 Beautiful!.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rider Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 Good progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 26, 2018 Author Share Posted October 26, 2018 Thanks for the comments! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 26, 2018 Author Share Posted October 26, 2018 Hmm... nah, maybe next time... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 26, 2018 Author Share Posted October 26, 2018 (edited) Some progress pics of the interior. Edited October 26, 2018 by Ty Gontz Corrected grammar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotrod 97 Posted October 26, 2018 Author Share Posted October 26, 2018 Interior is finished, now on to the body. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted October 26, 2018 Share Posted October 26, 2018 Clean paint and assembly work Ty. You're well on your way to becoming and excellent builder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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