67 Chevelle Hot Rod

[modelhut]

Sick, sick, sick! I am on sensory overload, between your 1:1, and this model, I can't stand it Keep the progress pictures coming, and I'll go and doctor myself with another Pepsi and some more chocolate....... Great Job, I'm inspired and humbled, so much to learn and so little time

Rod

[Romell R]

Hey fellow artist I made some Edlebrock air filters to match the ones on my 1:1 I wanted people to be able to see them if they look into the scoop from the front so I hollowed out the scoop....

here you see the painted and hollowed out scoop...

And I'll be fixing this next I had to remove the molded on frame and i'll be repairing it over the next few days, Oh i wont be posting over the weekend but look for up dates on monday. Have a nice weekend.

Edited May 28, 2010 by Aftashox

[Romell R]

Your craftsmanship is just outstanding Romell! But, you better beef up that body or that motor will twist the body. Great work buddy!

Its funny you say that because I did just that for my 1:1 it's full frame off build

[bigmikevee]

Just wanted to say hi and let you know how much I have been enjoying following your build, can't wait to see the end result.

Mike

[brett]

awesome work man! I'm drooling over your engine especially, keep up the great work

Edited May 28, 2010 by brett

[Romell R]

Thx for the compliments you guys are too kind thats why i love this hobby....

Edited June 2, 2010 by Aftashox

[Romell R]

I hope Your weekend was pleasent I was able to start on the rollcage. I used 1/8th stainless steel and Rosen core soder. Here are the progress pics Enjoy!

As like my 1:1 the side bars are made so that they are non-intrusive

Heres one with the seats

Edited June 1, 2010 by Aftashox

[AlanNZ]

Following this thread is becoming a bit of an obsession.

[Romell R]

Following this thread is becoming a bit of an obsession.

Posting this thread is becoming a bit of an obsession LOL! thx for following Alan

[Raul_Perez]

This one just keeps getting better!!

I just don't have the time or patience to put that much detail into one model anymore...but thankfully, guys like you do!!

That's what's so great about this forum...I can enjoy some really well built models without having to build or buy anything!!

Thanks for sharing,

[highway]

This is the first I've seen this build, I guess I should pay more attention!!! I read through the whole thread, and all I can see is WOW, I'm speechless!!! Great work and I will definitely be waiting for updates! Since it shows you have mad skills, what do you use to attach your brass pieces to the plastic pieces? I have tried to use brass in a couple builds and it seems neither ZAP CA or 5 min epoxy want to hold to the plastic very well. Am I using the wrong glue or am I just not doing something right?

[Romell R]

This is the first I've seen this build, I guess I should pay more attention!!! I read through the whole thread, and all I can see is WOW, I'm speechless!!! Great work and I will definitely be waiting for updates! Since it shows you have mad skills, what do you use to attach your brass pieces to the plastic pieces? I have tried to use brass in a couple builds and it seems neither ZAP CA or 5 min epoxy want to hold to the plastic very well. Am I using the wrong glue or am I just not doing something right?

Thx for your compliments and intrest in my build, to answer your question, I use various types of glues, but for brass to plastic I ususally use med thickness CA or one that drys in 10-25 seconds. Also the amount of glue you use will affect the bond. You should use very little CA glue when it comes to gluing parts together, remember that CA glues have a carrier that makes up about 60% of the glue and the glue wont hold untill the carrier evaporates, so the less glue the faster the bond. Try using a tooth pick to apply your glue like rivet spots, then hold the two parts together while you count to 25. This should work for you. Take care Edited June 1, 2010 by Aftashox

[highway]

Thx for your compliments and intrest in my build, to answer your question, I use various types of glues, but for brass to plastic I ususally use med thickness CA or one that drys in 10-25 seconds. Also the amount of glue you use will affect the bond. You should use very little CA glue when it comes to gluing parts together, remember that CA glues have a carrier that makes up about 60% of the glue and the glue wont hold untill the carrier evaporates, so the less glue the faster the bond. Try using a tooth pick to apply your glue like rivet spots, then hold the two parts together while you count to 25. This should work for you. Take care

Thanks, and I will keep watching! It looks like both the 1:1 and the model are going to be beasts!

[Smart-Resins]

Now this is one super build so far! Great attention to detail! Over the top. I love it! Jody

[KENNEDYJR]

You are doing some fantastic work!

[AlanNZ]

I betcha wish the 1:1 was proceeding at the same pace....

[Romell R]

I betcha wish the 1:1 was proceeding at the same pace....

Actually the 1:1 will be a lot easyer than the model when it comes home from the body shop because its just gonna be a matter of putting all the parts together. But the model I have to make most of the parts LOL ! thx for commenting Alan.

[mopar01lee]

hey bud dont kw if ive added anything to this but that is a sick ride( both ) . i got a quik ??? for an the ride hight i noticed that in ur mock up that the frame sittin kinda high in the body is the back end gonna be jacked or do u have a fix for that . just askin . i love a good workin susp.. as u kw of my cuda build..... keep it commin bro .. mad skills.

[Romell R]

hey bud dont kw if ive added anything to this but that is a sick ride( both ) . i got a quik ??? for an the ride hight i noticed that in ur mock up that the frame sittin kinda high in the body is the back end gonna be jacked or do u have a fix for that . just askin . i love a good workin susp.. as u kw of my cuda build..... keep it commin bro .. mad skills.

Hey Mopar Just wanted to answer your question but 1st thx for checkin out my build.... You have a good eye the rear end is sitting up high and thats because the coilovers I have on it are to long....I fixed that today though and the ride hieght is lower now. I'll have new progress pics tomarrow so stay tuned...

Edited June 2, 2010 by Aftashox

[Kaleb]

Following this thread is becoming a bit of an obsession.

We have help for that, it starts like this

Hi my name is Josh and ive have been following this build.....

No kidding I can only fatham to do what you and others on here do. Im stuck on body work lol much less build scratch built parts(which I have to do with my 37 ford)...remember never ever ever play with fire and plastic. But I did recapture the frame that I messed up thats good right

[mopar01lee]

right on bro ... i kinda thought thats what it was but thanks .... post em ...lol

[Kaleb]

What did the struts and shocks cost you?....Im debating on building some for a subaru and ive been studying them...they are about the same style as yours.

[Romell R]

What did the struts and shocks cost you?....Im debating on building some for a subaru and ive been studying them...they are about the same style as yours.

The coilovers can be found at http://www.rbmotion.com and there around 12 bucks a pair.

Edited June 5, 2010 by Aftashox

[trogdor]

I love following your progress and admiring your eye for detail and obvious talent. Just curious, what do you do in real life for work ?

[David G.]

First, I have to tell how tremendously impressed I am by the work you've done up to this point. I can't wait to see the finished projects.

Second, I have a fondness for old Chevelles. The first muscle car that I owned was a '71 or '72 Chevelle that I had put a dual-quad 427 Corvette engine in. With the stock rear suspension, I had to ease it up to about 40 mph before I could really put my foot in it, otherwise, I would just sit there spinning the wheels. I envy the fun you'll be having with yours!

What are your plans for your 1:1, daily driver, weekend warrior at the local track? Of course, there's always just cruising around basking in the coolness!

Keep up the good work!

David G.