Mike Williams Posted April 11 Author Share Posted April 11 On 4/8/2024 at 7:28 PM, Straightliner59 said: When I started building my Surfers' chassis, based on Roger's advice regarding a tubing diameter, I took my spring-micrometer to a craft store, and measured every spool of brass jewelry wire, until I found .055"! Eventually, I met his approval, but it took about three rebuilds. Truth is, Roger lee is likely the only guy who would ever notice that a chassis tube is a few thousandths off. But, like you say--that's important, to us! I'll get this thing back out, before too awful long... Daniel, I understand you. After all, we both learned a lot. Am I right? Yes! Please get on with this true scale project. Mid 60s FEDs still kill me. So far, this is looking like a winner! Nasty motor dump, short WB. Loving it already. Mike.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted April 12 Share Posted April 12 12 hours ago, Mike Williams said: Daniel, I understand you. After all, we both learned a lot. Am I right? Yes! Please get on with this true scale project. Mid 60s FEDs still kill me. So far, this is looking like a winner! Nasty motor dump, short WB. Loving it already. Mike.. I appreciate your kind words, Mike. If this "quick and easy" project (It's been neither) doesn't grab me, soon, I probably will re-commence with the Surfers' car. It's one of those that I really feel like i need to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted April 12 Share Posted April 12 I mean, why wouldn't I want this?! Just one of the most badass dragsters, ever! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted April 12 Share Posted April 12 Great build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted April 12 Share Posted April 12 looks fantastic!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Williams Posted April 14 Author Share Posted April 14 On 4/12/2024 at 8:23 AM, Straightliner59 said: I mean, why wouldn't I want this?! Just one of the most badass dragsters, ever! Daniel, you've built a very similar car before, your Jr. Dragster, aluminum body. Are you really thinking the same, basic type, with 'The Surfers' car? I agree, these boys were different, and very quick. I've collected lots of photos and literature about these guys, was also considering a replica. Just proper tires and wheels in 1:16 aren't easy to come by. If you can find the correct parts...Do it! Mike.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Williams Posted April 14 Author Share Posted April 14 On 4/12/2024 at 8:59 AM, ChrisR said: Great build! Thanks much Chris for commenting, glad you approve. Mike.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Williams Posted April 14 Author Share Posted April 14 On 4/12/2024 at 8:37 PM, slusher said: looks fantastic!! Hi Carl, I'm liking your approval. Appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Straightliner59 Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 11 hours ago, Mike Williams said: Daniel, you've built a very similar car before, your Jr. Dragster, aluminum body. Are you really thinking the same, basic type, with 'The Surfers' car? I agree, these boys were different, and very quick. I've collected lots of photos and literature about these guys, was also considering a replica. Just proper tires and wheels in 1:16 aren't easy to come by. If you can find the correct parts...Do it! Mike.. It's somewhat similar, but the Junior Fueler is built with a Ramchargers chassis. I've never been able to figure out what MPC was thinking, with that kit, making it a "legs under" chassis. The 1:1 Ramchargers car was a Don Long chassis! I think I have everything I'll need collected, so I'm pretty much ready to go! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedpro Posted April 15 Share Posted April 15 Love it! You have some amazing skills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chinacar Posted Saturday at 05:12 AM Share Posted Saturday at 05:12 AM A real work of art! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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