Mike F. Posted June 18, 2021 Author Share Posted June 18, 2021 13 hours ago, Steve H said: Hi Mike, my dad bought a ‘62 Impala new in that colour. Tamiya has a light metallic blue that is very close to the factory colour. I did a replica of my dad’s car a few years back, it’s in the under glass section from a while back. Regardless of what colour you go with I know I will like it, I’m very partial to those beauties. Cheers, Steve Hey Steve, I searched for your build under glass but could not find. Can you comment in the thread to bring it to the top? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airwreck Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Also I did a '62 kit a couple years back and did a multi color paint job on it. Here is a photo of it for reference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted June 18, 2021 Author Share Posted June 18, 2021 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Pol Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 On 6/6/2021 at 8:58 AM, Zippi said: Same here. Love those 409 engines Michael and yours looks great. Saw one in a 32 Ford coupe yesterday at the car show. Put a chevy motor in a ford that is the way to go Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisc63 Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 8 hours ago, Mike F. said: I searched for your build under glass but could not find. Here it is: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted June 18, 2021 Author Share Posted June 18, 2021 28 minutes ago, bisc63 said: Here it is: Wow! Excellent job. Gives me a high bar to achieve. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted June 22, 2021 Author Share Posted June 22, 2021 So, a little more progress on the 409. I got the distributor and plug wires in place. Manifolds and carbs. I don't like doing the plug wires, but once you've done them, can't not do them. For some reason, the distributor kept breaking off, so I ended up drilling holes in the base of the cap and into the block, then put a post in to mount to. Ended up ok. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted June 22, 2021 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Nice looking engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
papajohn97 Posted June 22, 2021 Share Posted June 22, 2021 (edited) Hey Mike, this kit is on my wish list so much thanks to you for posting your build. Engine looks great so far. I love these early to mid 60’s GM full size hard tops, they still look stunning to my eyes sixty years later. If you’re looking for factory original paints and if you have access to an airbrush, I highly recommend Scalefinishes.com flat base paints. Jameston offers all the original ‘62 Chevy colors and his paint is a joy to use. It does require a clearcoat (I use TS-13). Edited June 22, 2021 by papajohn97 Removed extra word Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted June 22, 2021 Author Share Posted June 22, 2021 4 hours ago, slusher said: Nice looking engine. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted June 22, 2021 Author Share Posted June 22, 2021 2 hours ago, papajohn97 said: Hey Mike, this kit is on my wish list so much thanks to you for posting your build. Engine looks great so far. I love these early to mid 60’s GM full size hard tops, they still look stunning to my eyes sixty years later. If you’re looking for factory original paints and if you have access to an airbrush, I highly recommend Scalefinishes.com flat base paints. Jameston offers all the original ‘62 Chevy colors and his paint is a joy to use. It does require a clearcoat (I use TS-13). Thanks for the tip John(?), I found some Tamia colors close to what I envisioned, so, will stick with them fo now. Next project I'll check out the website. I think you will enjoy working with this kit. Nice details and parts seem to line up well, so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted July 12, 2021 Author Share Posted July 12, 2021 A little more progress. Did some chassis work, front suspension and steering. Mounted the engine and custom exhaust. Heater hoses and positive cables. On to the drivetrain 🚗 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted July 12, 2021 Share Posted July 12, 2021 Some good detailing on that engine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted July 13, 2021 Author Share Posted July 13, 2021 1 hour ago, mustang1989 said: Some good detailing on that engine. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted July 13, 2021 Author Share Posted July 13, 2021 I always disliked how these springs look, so I sawed between the spring wires then painted flat black, followed by steel on the spring edges. the drivetrain is now installed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted July 13, 2021 Share Posted July 13, 2021 That does indeed help those springs out some. I've done the same thing in the past but started winding my own springs out of wire wound around the threads of an automotive trim panel retaining screw. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted July 13, 2021 Share Posted July 13, 2021 Glad to see you back on this Mike. Keep up the fine work, Engine looks great👌 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted July 13, 2021 Author Share Posted July 13, 2021 9 hours ago, mustang1989 said: That does indeed help those springs out some. I've done the same thing in the past but started winding my own springs out of wire wound around the threads of an automotive trim panel retaining screw. Good tip, I'll have to try that next time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted July 13, 2021 Author Share Posted July 13, 2021 8 hours ago, TransAmMike said: Glad to see you back on this Mike. Keep up the fine work, Engine looks great👌 Thanks Mike! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted July 13, 2021 Author Share Posted July 13, 2021 (edited) Dang! I just realized I forgot to trim the flashing from those exhaust pipes, duh. Eyes aren't what they used to be. Looks like crapola. Guess I'll have to do insitu. Edited July 13, 2021 by Mike F. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted July 15, 2021 Author Share Posted July 15, 2021 So, with the rear suspension done, the chassis is complete, aside from wheels, which I intend to use the modern custom wheels and low profile tires that came with the kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted July 20, 2021 Author Share Posted July 20, 2021 Got some paint time in on the interior pieces and top half of the two tone body. I'm really liking the colors. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike F. Posted July 24, 2021 Author Share Posted July 24, 2021 I little more progress. Started detailing the interior and worked on the radiator assembly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted July 25, 2021 Share Posted July 25, 2021 Real nice work Michael, on your Chassis and engine. Real nice start on your interior.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Ellis Posted July 25, 2021 Share Posted July 25, 2021 On 6/18/2021 at 7:20 PM, bisc63 said: Here it is: My dad bought a brand new 62 Impala too with a 283 automatic. He always complained that it was really slow ( that year 283 had 175bhp) . My brother had a used 62 Impala with a 327 /250 bhp powerglide. It was better than the 283, except on gasoline. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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