Monogram Don Edmunds Supermodified

[Ian McLaren]

I agree with AFX, more angle I think will look slightly better, and if possible make the adjustment in the front from a visual perspective.  I am not very knowledgeable about these cars regarding wing height above the cage. So more angle but as per the original as to how to get it.

[Straightliner59]

6 hours ago, afx said:

Great work on the wing fabrication Daniel.  If possible I would lower the front wing mount rather than raising the back.

 

I don't think that's a bad idea, at all. I was already considering that, actually! I based my wing stands on Monogram's sprint cars, and, they may be taller than they should be, for my era.

[Straightliner59]

4 hours ago, Ian McLaren said:

I agree with AFX, more angle I think will look slightly better, and if possible make the adjustment in the front from a visual perspective.  I am not very knowledgeable about these cars regarding wing height above the cage. So more angle but as per the original as to how to get it.

I think you guys are probably right. It shouldn't take too long to fabricate a new front stand. I am learning about these, as I go!

[Straightliner59]

9 hours ago, afx said:

Great work on the wing fabrication Daniel.  If possible I would lower the front wing mount rather than raising the back.

 

Thank you, JC. I will be working on it,  once I am home from work!

[Straightliner59]

Okay...thanks for the feedback! You're right--it looks much better, this way!

[Straightliner59]

Wing underside detail...I've begun work n the hood. The brackets are being held on by the rivets. I used a high speed bit in a power eraser to drill the holes. It worked out, well.

Edited March 29, 2022 by Straightliner59

[absmiami]

You now have the added advantage of a removable wing for transport to shows, right ? ??

[Straightliner59]

9 hours ago, absmiami said:

You now have the added advantage of a removable wing for transport to shows, right ? ??

Well, I suppose. I will need to figure an easy way to attach it, though. It doesn't seem too practical,  at this point. It's a great idea,  though!

[AmericanMuscleFan]

WOW, great job on the wing and brackets Daniel, this little thing is impressive my friend, you nailed every detail and the pictures speak for themselves! ?

Thank you for the pictures of the process, they are very instructive and useful for anyone who would like to try to make one.

[Straightliner59]

7 hours ago, AmericanMuscleFan said:

WOW, great job on the wing and brackets Daniel, this little thing is impressive my friend, you nailed every detail and the pictures speak for themselves! ?

Thank you for the pictures of the process, they are very instructive and useful for anyone who would like to try to make one.

Thank you, kindly, my friend! Here are the beginnings of the hood, along with an assortment of wood shapes I used for forming it. I have a box of various bucks, etc. that I have collected, over the years, for forming sheet over. The hood is in need of re-annealing, as it has work-hardened...

[Codi]

Panel beaters...........yeah!  Much respect Daniel and can't wait to see more.  cheers, tim

[Straightliner59]

4 hours ago, Codi said:

Panel beaters...........yeah!  Much respect Daniel and can't wait to see more.  cheers, tim

Thanks, Tim. I am hoping for an early night home from work. The fit at the firewall/dash is getting closer. If I can get that taken care of, it'll just be fine-tuning and smoothing! Thanks for your comments!

[Straightliner59]

A bit of filing on the rear corners of the hood tightens up the distance between the hood and the dash. That the hood isn't smooth, yet, is inconsequential. At this stage, getting the fit is of main importance. It's mostly bend, file, fit, repeat! Some of these photos illustrate what a large difference a small adjustment can make. I also need to add stock to the parts beneath the sheet, so that the seams/joints are flush. I also need to determine the mounting of the grille shell, as it needs to be "home" as work on the hood progresses. Comments, questions and critiques are always welcome. Thanks for looking!

[Ian McLaren]

The wing works, liking the hood but better you than me, that's a tough shape shape to make fit all around, but it looks like you have a handle on it. Well done,

[Straightliner59]

1 hour ago, Ian McLaren said:

The wing works, liking the hood but better you than me, that's a tough shape shape to make fit all around, but it looks like you have a handle on it. Well done,

Thanks, Ian! I'm looking at ways I can smooth the area at the transition. I still haven't re-annealed it, yet, either. That will help. It's definitely tricky, up around the dash. I'll just keep at it, until I get it, or ruin it! If I ruin it, I'll just start over, again. If I get it on the first shot? That would be awesome!

[Straightliner59]

Work on the hood progresses. I made some tabs to mount the grille shell. I then punched two 1/16" rubber discs from a section of bicycle inner tube. I sliced each of these in two, giving me four thin discs of rubber. I glued these inside the grille shell mounting tabs. They'll represent vibration-damping biscuits, and they have the added bonus of holding the shell in place, while work continues on the hood.

I knew the point would come that I would have to deal with cutting out the hood, to clear the injector stacks. I have the openings roughed-in. Once they're finalized, I will make a tapered "eyebrow" to kind of finish out the opening. This thing fits, beautifully! Almost perfectly, even. In these photos, the gaps you see where the hood meets the body is because the body is a bit down, in front. In its proper position--heck, I'm amazed at how well the thing fits.? Thrilled, too! I just had to have a gander at where I am headed... As always, comments, questions and critiques are welcomed. Thanks for looking!

[AmericanMuscleFan]

I really like the hood Daniel, it's very well done, the use of aluminum is a good choice and it would have been rather difficult to make all those curved shapes with styrene.  Using the right material in the right place gives the good results we see on this project... ?

[Straightliner59]

17 hours ago, AmericanMuscleFan said:

I really like the hood Daniel, it's very well done, the use of aluminum is a good choice and it would have been rather difficult to make all those curved shapes with styrene.  Using the right material in the right place gives the good results we see on this project... ?

I'm not sure that styrene would be very practical to make this hood, unless one was to modify the kit piece, or carve a buck, and vac-form it. That wouldn't be near as much fun! ? I really enjoy working the aluminum sheet, and I love the way panels look, that have been created from it! Thanks so much for your inspiration, and encouragement, Francis. They are very much appreciated.

[Straightliner59]

I think this tidies up those cutouts, very nicely! Of course, there's the standard adjustments and final fitting, along with thinning the edges, and a row of faux rivets. Looks pretty old school racer! How about a row of louvers, down the center of the hood? Comments, critiques and questions are always welcome. Thanks for lookin'!

Edited April 5, 2022 by Straightliner59

[AmericanMuscleFan]

18 hours ago, Straightliner59 said:

How about a row of louvers, down the center of the hood? Comments

I think it would look nice and you have a good method for making them.  The center of the hood looks pretty flat, so you shouldn't have too much trouble making them.  However, you need to get it right the first time, it would be sad to mess up that pretty hood (but don't take this warning as if I doubt your talent ?).

[Straightliner59]

7 hours ago, AmericanMuscleFan said:

I think it would look nice and you have a good method for making them.  The center of the hood looks pretty flat, so you shouldn't have too much trouble making them.  However, you need to get it right the first time, it would be sad to mess up that pretty hood (but don't take this warning as if I doubt your talent ?).

I wouldn't assume that to be your thought! It's just a very real risk! It's a thought,  but, I need to consider "my team's" budget. Then, again, the fuel injection is "home built", so, theoretically,  they could splurge a little on aesthetics!

[Straightliner59]

I added the "rivets" to the clearance bumps. They look more finished, now. I guess it's time to sand the hood, and prep the body for paint! 

[Straightliner59]

I polished the hood, and permanently installed the clearance blisters. I used contact cement to attach them. They need a tad of cleanup, but, the hood is otherwise ready for paint! Got it on the first try! I will finish cleaning up the nose, then, it's time for paint. I think I might be closing in, on this thing...

[Straightliner59]

I shot some red on the body. I had to get a new phone, so I thought I would try the camera on this...

[OldNYJim]

That paint looks great!  I meant to comment on your last post but got distracted…this is an OUTSTANDING build!