A semi-period correct 1948 Ford Gasser...(UPDATED w/parts list)

[tim boyd]

OK guys, so I had to go look up my reprint of the online only build article from the other model mag's publisher.  It appeared only on their website starting on December 11, 2012, so I guess the nearly ten years since then is reason enough for my memory to less than perfect.  ( As that website is now gone, so is the article.... )  

If I can find the original text document, I will copy and repost here the detailed list of parts sources here.  In the meantime, the highline chassis summary is that the Revell KS Pittman Willys (as Brian suggested above) and the MPC '53 F-100 Flip Front kit (which has the same chassis/running gear as their MPC '57 Chevy Bel Air two door sedan flip front as Dennis mentioned) were the two most key sources for my build.  Six other kits contributed parts as well.  

So....stand by for possible further updates!   TIM  

Edited August 1, 2022 by tim boyd

[tim boyd]

On 7/9/2022 at 6:24 PM, Ace-Garageguy said:

Man, do I love that thing. Nice.  

Heh....thanks Bill.  I do recall you (I think it was you) having been very outspoken (and also correct) about the chassis stance/rake of most 1960's era Gassers, and as seen in this model and based on my own recollections of back in the day, I very much agreed with your position on this subject!   TB  

[tim boyd]

OK, here is the complete list of parts used for this project!   Hope this helps (or at least generates more conversation (smile)).   TB 

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Sources: 

 

Revell ’48 Ford Chopped Custom Coupe 3 in 1 #85-4253 (issued in 2011): Body, hood, windshield, headlights and headlamp bezels, basic interior components, floor pan, etc.

 

AMT/Ertl ’53 Ford Pickup Street Machine #6341 (issued in 1991):  Frame, rear suspension/axle/differential (also optional choice for front suspension assembly), exhaust headers.  Note: this same frame and suspension are found in all issues of MPC’s 1957 Chevy Gasser and 1953 Ford Pickup kits, which were each reissued several times, most recently as the Model King reissue of the MPC “Spirit of ‘57” Chevy circa 2006.

 

Revell K. S. Pittman ’41 Willys Drag Coupe #85-4990: Front suspension assembly, rear ladder bars, roll bar, steering wheel and column, gas pedal, shifter, bucket seats (from tow kits), exterior door handles, rear tube bumper and brackets, parachute.  Note: Revell’s prior John Mazmanian #85-2350 and Stone Woods and Cooke #85-2032 (black car) ’41 Willys kits both have these same components; Revell’s original Stone Woods and Cook “Swindler II” (blue car) kit dating from 1963 and its many reissues are based on an entirely different kit. 

 

AMT/Ertl ‘67 Mustang GT/GTA and 1967 Shelby GT500 kits (first issued in 1994/95 and reissued multiple times since, we used #31550 issued in 2002): basic engine and transmission assembly

 

AMT/Ertl Surf Woody “Buyer’s Choice” #31921 (issued in 2003; prior versions of this kit date from the mid-late 1960’s and are very expensive collectibles):  cross-ram intake manifold, carbs, valve covers, “Shelby” deep sump oil pan.  Note: A similar cross-ram intake, carbs, and dual air cleaners can be found in Round 2’s AMT ’66 Mustang kit # 794-12 (currently available)   

 

MPC ’69 Charger 500 #6284 (issued in 1987), MPC ’69 Charger Daytona #6278 (issued in 1990):  Instrument panel.  Note: the same parts are found in MPC’s 1968-1970 Charger annual kits which are expensive collectibles; however he later MPC reissues referenced above sell at very reasonable prices from the usual old kit sources.

 

Revell Tony Nancy “22 JR” Roadster and Dragster Double kit #85-1224:  Rear Wheels and Tires

 

AMT/Ertl ‘76 Chevy Caprice with Trailer # 38454 (issued in 2006); #3001 (issued in 1999 and 2001) Front wheels.  Note: the same wheels are found in MPC’s 1968-1972 Corvette annual kits, and are likely available from aftermarket resin casters

 

Mark Budniewski: Pontiac “drag car” scoop (originally a Ford HD truck item); mbudniewski@aol.com

 

Slixx Decals Rat Rod and Nose Art 1 #RRNA1-7136:  all exterior decals except Mooneyes.  www.slixx.com.  Note: item is not currently in the Slixx catalog as this is written

 

Tamiya #TS-29 Semi-Gloss Black; #TS-79 Semi-Gloss Clear

 

Testors Metalizer paints in five different colors, Testors Dull-Cote

 

Parts Box:  Carburetor air intake horns, ’39 Ford teardrop tailamp lenses, front tires  

[alan barton]

So Revell does a chopped 48 and most people think,"Aahh, Sam Barris custom."  Tim Boyd comes along and goes - "Cool gasser fodder!" This thing sits soooo right and it wouldn't matter if it was period correct or not! Such a great model Tim, you certainly have the knack!

Cheers

Alan

[tim boyd]

On 8/20/2022 at 11:44 PM, alan barton said:

So Revell does a chopped 48 and most people think,"Aahh, Sam Barris custom."  Tim Boyd comes along and goes - "Cool gasser fodder!" This thing sits soooo right and it wouldn't matter if it was period correct or not! Such a great model Tim, you certainly have the knack!

Cheers

Alan

Thanks Alan!   Cheers....TB

[Lobo2me]

Great job! My favorite kind of build and subject matter. Really like the paint scheme and detail.

[Rocking Rodney Rat]

I'm still catching up with some summer posts here. Another one I missed!! Nice job on that chopped '48 Ford. I have a few, have looked at it several times but never came up with a suitable style for it. Thanks for posting. I'm surprised you didn't fill in those two square holes in the firewall.... -RRR