Scale-Master Posted August 19, 2022 Author Share Posted August 19, 2022 I'm very pleased that the mass of engine went in and mated up to all the other parts as planned. The transaxle and half shafts went in too once the engine mounts were seated. There are a lot of very tight tolerances and only one order to install the parts/subassemblies in. I was prepared for something to not line up, but it darn near fell together. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete J. Posted August 19, 2022 Share Posted August 19, 2022 Mark, it took an incredible amount of work to get to this. Something you can definitely be proud off. Please tell me what shows you are taking it to. I just won't enter a model in them! Flat out a true masterpiece! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scale-Master Posted August 19, 2022 Author Share Posted August 19, 2022 9 minutes ago, Pete J. said: Mark, it took an incredible amount of work to get to this. Something you can definitely be proud off. Please tell me what shows you are taking it to. I just won't enter a model in them! Flat out a true masterpiece! Thank you Pete! It will NOT be at the Cruisin' For A Cure show next month on the 25th in Costa Mesa. Why don't you come up and join us? And bring a few models to enter in the contest too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted August 20, 2022 Share Posted August 20, 2022 I think you are missing the rubber gasket on the oil filter. Bad leakage to follow. How do you get the wonderful markings on the water hoses and plug wires? Very clean, amazing details!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scale-Master Posted August 20, 2022 Author Share Posted August 20, 2022 Considering I made the water pump, head, intake manifold, carburetor and valve cover gaskets, what makes you think I'd forget the oil filter gasket? I made decals for the lettering. And thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucky 130 Posted August 20, 2022 Share Posted August 20, 2022 Once again I am truly humbled. Can't wait to hear it rumble! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scale-Master Posted August 21, 2022 Author Share Posted August 21, 2022 I made the insulation for the fiberglass bulkhead panel and installed it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scale-Master Posted August 26, 2022 Author Share Posted August 26, 2022 Clutch master cylinder. Scratch-built from machined resin, aluminum and Delrin. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scale-Master Posted August 27, 2022 Author Share Posted August 27, 2022 Clutch master installed and plumbed. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scale-Master Posted August 28, 2022 Author Share Posted August 28, 2022 I should have just machined the velocity stacks as I originally thought I would in the first place years ago when I started this project. I 3D designed and grew different ones thinking I could do better than old fashioned machining, but they just didn't look like what I wanted when I put them on the carbs. I spent well over 50 hours chasing that approach. So I went back to "the old way". I ground two steel tools and turned these stacks on my lathe using a compound slide for the inside to follow the shape of the outside cut. The flanges were made "old school" too as separate parts. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bugatti Fan Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 This model will probably make best of show at the very last GSL. Superb work Mark! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scale-Master Posted August 28, 2022 Author Share Posted August 28, 2022 28 minutes ago, Bugatti Fan said: This model will probably make best of show at the very last GSL. Superb work Mark! Will you be coming over to the GSL Noel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
absmiami Posted August 28, 2022 Share Posted August 28, 2022 because metal is ... metal ... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scale-Master Posted September 2, 2022 Author Share Posted September 2, 2022 I went to install the alternator and noticed I needed to put the rear sway bar in first. That meant I had to make it and the stabilizer links. They are made of steel with fabricated resin ends. But to install them I had to set up the rear suspension too. After all that was done and the alternator was installed I made the belt and hooked up the wires. I also added the PCV hoses to the breathers. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted September 2, 2022 Share Posted September 2, 2022 Simply amazing ! I can't even dream about doing this quality of work. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bytownshaker Posted September 3, 2022 Share Posted September 3, 2022 Mark words can not describe how this build is, the detail the workmanship all I can say is wow !!! Edgar 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scale-Master Posted October 1, 2022 Author Share Posted October 1, 2022 The hood assembly is getting close to being done. The headlights and covers have been installed and wired. The winglets are installed too. A little dust and dirt was added to the underside. The rest of the wiring will be added after the lower light assembly is added. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
absmiami Posted October 1, 2022 Share Posted October 1, 2022 Yup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scale-Master Posted October 1, 2022 Author Share Posted October 1, 2022 Test fitting the modified windshield. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted October 1, 2022 Share Posted October 1, 2022 Just about as good as it gets... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian McLaren Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 A masterful model, you have truly set the bar higher. As to the velocity stacks, sometimes you just can't beat the original materials and methods. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 An absolute work of art. Looks every bit the part of the real thing, it's been fascinating to watch this build. The skill and detail is unbelievable, wish I could do the same. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikemodeler Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 13 hours ago, Ace-Garageguy said: Just about as good as it gets... Just about? I challenge you to find another build here that comes close to this. It is incredible the details and numerous scratch built components that make up this build. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scale-Master Posted October 2, 2022 Author Share Posted October 2, 2022 The cloisonné Lola badge for the hood was made from scratch; a combination of custom decals and a chrome base. Of course it needs mounting posts… The mounting bar, nuts and washers were also fabricated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 (edited) On 10/2/2022 at 9:22 AM, mikemodeler said: Just about? I challenge you to find another build here that comes close to this. It is incredible the details and numerous scratch built components that make up this build. Not to take anything away from this exceptional work, but since you brought it up, Plastheniker, Codi, comp1839, StevenGuthmiller, Bill Cunningham, Chariots of Fire, and Randy Ditton come immediately to mind on this site. They work in very different styles, but nobody can deny they're all in the top tier of builders on the planet. Then of course there was Gerald Wingrove, who set the bar so high very few will ever even approach it. I'm continually inspired, and frankly awestruck, by all of them...including Scale-Master. Edited October 21, 2022 by Ace-Garageguy CLARITY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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