1967 GTX silver bullet

[Vintage chromoly]

Hello all. 

I’ve started on a rendition of Jimmy Addison’s silver bullet, GTX, test mule car. 
 

I’m using the Revell Sox and Martin GTX kit as a base. 
 

I’ll try to keep

posting pics as I go. 
 

the 1:1 version had the quarter panels “flared” at the wheel opening. Most renditions skip this step. I used a hair dryer and stretched the openings, and then some glazing putty to smooth things out.
 

anyhow, here it is: pop 

 

[Vintage chromoly]

Upon mock-up, the driveshaft was about 1/8” too short. 
 

I sectioned the center out and fabbed a new shaft, using the kit u-joints.

[Vintage chromoly]

The 1:1 SB had the rear seat removed. 
i sectioned out the rear seat and built a “back seat delete” panel from styrene stock.

I plan on using embossing powder to replicate the carpet that was in the 1:1 version. 

[R. Thorne]

Nice work and documentation.  

[R. Thorne]

Steve Magnante’s video of his build of this car might be of some assistance to you in your endeavors.

[dragcarz]

I’m liking this build Robert, it’s those little details that make the finished product, looking really good!

[Vintage chromoly]

The 1:1 version used 4 Cadillac mufflers In an attempt to control the noise. I made the pipes and turn downs from 1/8” styrene rod. This is my attempt: 

Edited November 25, 2023 by Vintage chromoly

[Scott8950]

Nice start on a cool car.

[Zippi]

Looking good so far on the 67 GTX.  I got this kit in a couple weeks ago.    

[Vintage chromoly]

I’ve been working on the exhaust. I decided to pin the pieces, as there was way too much happening to try to fit it up without support.

here’s a pic of the pinned parts:

[Vintage chromoly]

And, here’s the fit up, minus the crossover. I’ll probably just glue the crossover in without pins. It’s a small piece.

[R. Thorne]

Nice work on, possibly, the hardest part to build on this car.

[dragstk]

I always thought the real car was so cool. You have a good start on this. I;ll be keeping an eye on your build. Good luck!

[ybsluos]

Looking spot on Robert.  I was lucky enough to see Jimmy’s car at Cobo Hall Detroit about 10 years ago.  Keep on rocking your awesome replica!

[Vintage chromoly]

A little more detailing on the exhaust pipes. I made the crossover and fitted it up. 

my Alclad should be here tomorrow. 
I’m looking forward to experimenting with it on this project. ?

[R. Thorne]

Outstanding!

[Vintage chromoly]

I shot the exhaust with Alclad, today.

I used “Magnesium” on the pipes and Aluminum on the mufflers.

I used some Tamiya panel line black to wash it a bit. 
 

it’s not done, but I like the way it’s turning out

[dino246gt]

WOW! that's a cool exhaust system, nice work man!

 

[mvadrag]

I found this in my stash.

[Vintage chromoly]

On 12/13/2023 at 4:28 PM, mvadrag said:

I found this in my stash.

Thanks a bunch.

those are much more accurate pics than the current version of the car. 

[Bills72sj]

This is a way cool project. Following.

[Keef]

18 hours ago, Bills72sj said:

This is a way cool project. Following.

Same here, I’ve always loved this car! 

[deuces wild]

I see it hangin' out on Woodward every year I go too the cruise....

[Straightliner59]

On 11/27/2023 at 5:22 PM, Vintage chromoly said:

I’ve been working on the exhaust. I decided to pin the pieces, as there was way too much happening to try to fit it up without support.

here’s a pic of the pinned parts:

 

Super-nice work! I'm a firm believer of pinning parts. It makes test fitting so much easier, and more accurate.

[Zippi]

The exhaust looks really nice.  Body color, whatya thinking?