randx0 Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 here are some pictures of the new revell 36 ford it looks mostly like the old kit with some extra pieces it has been awhile since I built this model but I don't remember the the stock hood louvers being open but they are now .on to the pictures..... let me know if you need more or have a question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camaroman Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Are those the same wheels that are in the lastest issue of the 50 ford truck??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eshaver Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I was impressed with the re- designed front end , ( La Salle ) . That in itself with a period Flathead would make me break out of my " Stock Replicia " mode . Still , I'm very turned off by Revell's almost COLLECTOR PRICES ! Ed Shaver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoom Zoom Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Not the same wheels, but the same whitewall-insert tires that were in the most recent issue of the '50 Ford pickup and a number of other Revell '50s kits. To my eye, they look way too puny for the '36 _ which is 1/24 scale, unlike the other kits these tires have been used in, which are 1/25. These tires are direct replacements for the old Monogram whitewall-insert tires, so your best bet probably would be to grab a set of those from somewhere. Years ago Stevens sold packages of tires, including the old Monogram whitewall insert tires. I bought several sets. I knew I'd need them sometime Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 Hmmmm....the option to build a closed car or a convertible! What a concept! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 If the seam between the top and the body runs along an existing body crease, then it should work pretty well. If not, a little filler and you're good to go. It's nice having the option, I give them credit for that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 I see your point on getting at the "package shelf" with paint. Yeah, this one sounds a little tricky. If I was building this kit as the coupe I'd paint that area first, mask it off, then attach the top and paint the body as a unit, just as if it had been molded that way...then simply remove the tape from the shelf area. Trying to glue the finished painted top to the finished painted body sounds like trouble just waiting to happen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 That thought occurred to me as well, and I actually don't think there'd be any need to mask off the package shelf after painting. I believe one could simply paint that area, attach the roof, deal with any imperfections, then paint the body as a unit. Depends on whether that area would be sheetmetal (body color) or an interior panel of some sort (I wasn't sure)... But either way, gluing the roof to the body and treating it as one unit seems to be the better way to go (instead of following the instructions... but hey, who does that anyway? ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoom Zoom Posted October 27, 2009 Share Posted October 27, 2009 This is one of those old Monogram kits I wish they'd restore all the way back to stock (originally it offered stock along w/all the other variants). Or an enterprising aftermarket firm could offer up the stock parts that are missing from the newer issues. They were pretty neat kits for the '60's, molded in very nice colored plastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horsepower Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 (edited) Depends on whether that area would be sheetmetal (body color) or an interior panel of some sort (I wasn't sure)... But either way, gluing the roof to the body and treating it as one unit seems to be the better way to go (instead of following the instructions... but hey, who does that anyway? ) Instructions?,,,,WE don't need no stinking instructions! uh oh now how do we fit these itty bitty pedals in? Oh well you can't see them anyway, unless you look real close & if anyone is that close I'LL JUST SPILL SOME COKE ON'EM. THAT SHOULD TEACH'EM NOT TO NIT PICK! Edited October 29, 2009 by horsepower Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
horsepower Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 (edited) The '37 Ford kit is 1/24 scale, just like the '36. My best guess is that could be adapted to the '36 with a bit of work. Personally, I agree with Dave Z. _ I like the '36's simplified chassis because it enables the builder to devote more time to the more visual aspects of the model, such as the stance. However, if you want to build a more modern rod or just want a more detailed chassis, I'd definitely think the one from the '37 would be the way to go. Kitbashing the body, fenders and Torque Thrust D/tire combo from the '36 with the chassis and FI-equipped SBC from the latest (coupe) issue of the '37 could definitely produce some cool results, IMO. I thought the '37 coupe was 1/25th scale, am I wrong as usual? It could be these new drugs they gave me after the elbow surgery last Thurs. that's my excuse for any typo's, the hunt & peck don't work to well for me. I peck to fast with not enough huntin' first Edited October 29, 2009 by horsepower Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyle Willits Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 Thanx for the pix Randy. Something I wonder,after seeing the pix of the chassis,is if the chassis from the '37 Ford street rod version would work under this kit? I can't remember the scale of the '37 off hand,so I don't know if that would be an issue or not. Anyone know? The frames interchange. They are both 24th scale and the wheels bases are the same. I used '37 parts on a Monogram '36 several years ago. This model is so old, it was actually photographed using FILM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Nunes Posted October 29, 2009 Share Posted October 29, 2009 Lyle, that is one nice '36! I'm working on a '36 Ford 'vert ( old AMT kit #36 for $1.49 ) now and have chopped the top and made for a working cowl vent along with other cool stuff. Love the '36!! Joe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38 Crush Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 here are some pictures of the new revell 36 ford it looks mostly like the old kit with some extra pieces it has been awhile since I built this model but I don't remember the the stock hood louvers being open but they are now .on to the pictures..... let me know if you need more or have a question. Can anyone tell me if the top is chopped on this kit? The picture on the box looks as if the top is stock, but the pictures of the kit layed out seems to indicate it is chopped. If I'm not mistaken I think it was originaly chopped. 38 Crush Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randx0 Posted November 2, 2009 Author Share Posted November 2, 2009 here's a side shot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randx0 Posted November 2, 2009 Author Share Posted November 2, 2009 Randy,does the box have a pic of the street rod version? I would appreciate that view if there is one. that is the street rod version on the front.the only difference are the wheels which are more contemporary I will post pics later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
38 Crush Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 Thanks guys, I think what 99GT is talking about is the Blue 36 shown several times in various places. It is shown with the custom headlights and fender skirts. 38 Crush Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randx0 Posted November 3, 2009 Author Share Posted November 3, 2009 Randy,does the box have a pic of the street rod version? I would appreciate that view if there is one. these should show ya the major new stuff thats in the box as it is mostly just the exterior options and the new set of rims . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randx0 Posted November 4, 2009 Author Share Posted November 4, 2009 (edited) Thanx for the extra pix Randy. I appreciate it. I'm still kinda undecided on whether to buy it or not. I have the AMT '36 Ford,but I've never taken the seal off of it. you are welcome. well the amt kit builds up like their 40 fords if you have built those ,and this revell kit is simple but it turns out nice .the one I built back in 88 or so I painted the body testors chrome (looked like silver) and the fenders flat black I then used the rims and tires from the uno buick it was my first use of a wash on those wheels .for the time and my skill level I thought it turned out sweet which is mostly why I bought this one . the other reason being the new parts. some times combining two kits that are 1/25 and 1/24 can yeild some cool proportions .I guess what I'm saying is this is a decent kit worth buying if you like the subject matter. Edited November 4, 2009 by randx0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbwelda Posted November 6, 2009 Share Posted November 6, 2009 (edited) if that kit has nice opened up louvers, i would buy it to graft those onto something else! do you have a photo of them by any chance, on the hood sides? edit: oh i see the hood pieces now. many thanks! Edited November 6, 2009 by jbwelda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil Posted November 17, 2009 Share Posted November 17, 2009 Given all the revell fords with separate frames and etc, not to mention much better flatheads, I would have liked to see them used in this kit. I am thinking revell forty ford-48. As frames and running gear are basically the same. I know that the revell 48 fords have a much better flathead. I am thinking of these as I still want to retain late40's-early 50's feel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyle Willits Posted November 17, 2009 Share Posted November 17, 2009 Given all the revell fords with separate frames and etc, not to mention much better flatheads, I would have liked to see them used in this kit. I am thinking revell forty ford-48. As frames and running gear are basically the same. I know that the revell 48 fords have a much better flathead. I am thinking of these as I still want to retain late40's-early 50's feel '35 -'40 Ford frames were the same. 1941 and later Fords were entirely different, wider, longer wheelbase, etc. This '36 Ford kit ( except the newly added parts) goes back about 45 years to the Monogram 6 in 1 flat boxes. Revell is not going to throw 25th scale parts from other tooling into a 24th scale kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mountaineer Posted December 10, 2009 Share Posted December 10, 2009 I would to see a build-up on one of these. George Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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