John Teresi Posted September 2, 2011 Author Share Posted September 2, 2011 few more progress photo`s......thank`s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keef Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 where did the wheels/tires come from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 I am very curious as to where this build is going...and FYI, the GSX 455 is one of the most powerful engines that GM ever produced with more torque than the 426 Hemi. I love Mopars as well, but the GSX could honestly wax most of 'em. So could the Grand National or GNX! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diymirage Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 you know, when i first saw the rolling stock i didnt think id like it but now that its mocked up i likes it are you sure thats a hemi in there though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FASTBACK340 Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 Wouldn't it be funny if John was just twisting everyone's tail by putting that 440-6 in the picture? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keef Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 looks much better with the 455 in there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Markus355 Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 where did the wheels/tires come from? He stole them from the 80's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brodie_83 Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 No, he didn't say he's putting in a Hemi...he's putting in a 440 Six Pack. I was just comparing the Buick 455 to a Hemi because they were very similar performing engines, and even though the 440 was quicker than the Hemi, the 426 was a much more powerful engine. Sorry to throw your thread off track. The progress is looking good, and I love the exhaust outlets in the bumper! I agree with Keef though...the 455 looks excellent in there! I love the Ram Air induction setup on those 455's! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diymirage Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 you're right brody, he did say 440 i musta just thought hemi since thats my awnser for anything as for the exhaust...kinda reminds me of a 'cuda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrDemon340 Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 At least its not a Ford body the 440 is going into... that would be pure sacrilege.. lol that would make it a better ford right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maindrian Pace Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 Man, you guys would have really gone nuts if he stuck a 2JZ in there. -MJS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brodie_83 Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 I realized you're the same one who did the Italiavette and the other weird looking 'Vette...both are impressive. I have faith in you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LAone Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 so far, so good, once again tuned in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Pol Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 Looking good so far John how did you make the exhaust tips they look really interesting. John Pol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romell R Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 gonna be another fabulous build Buy John T. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pharr7226 Posted September 3, 2011 Share Posted September 3, 2011 Nice start John. I love the bumper and exhaust work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted September 5, 2011 Author Share Posted September 5, 2011 Hello........I got the engine finished with a few modifications......wired and plumbed and weathered.......wheels and tires assembled .....tires lightly weathered.......firewall wired and plumbed and weathered ......interior is assembled.......I used medical bandage tape on the seats and door panels airbrushed with "Odd`s and End`s" pewter..... flocking and interior paintd "Osh" brand flat black.......I will work on the chassis tonight......thank`s for looking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted September 5, 2011 Author Share Posted September 5, 2011 few more progress photo`s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted September 5, 2011 Author Share Posted September 5, 2011 and a few more......thank`s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romell R Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Outstanding John I especially like the seat belts with the safety labels on them , and the fan belt markings ,great eye for detail Keep up the good work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony T Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 The interior and engine look good to me, John! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted September 5, 2011 Author Share Posted September 5, 2011 (edited) John, that engine looks great. Gotta ask, did you do something with the chrome on the valve covers? The plating looks exactly like on the 1/1 set I have hanging in my garage right now, not really bright like mormally seen on modern kit plating. Steve......I stripped the chrome off the valve covers ...... then I painted them flat black...... then clear coated..... then I painted them alclad......thank`s. Edited September 5, 2011 by John Teresi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keef Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 are those wheels from JPS? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scalper Posted September 5, 2011 Share Posted September 5, 2011 Wow... Your Dash looks amazing,. been working om my trans am one and i cant even get that detail to pop.. great work,, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted September 5, 2011 Author Share Posted September 5, 2011 are those wheels from JPS? Yes,.......I use to work for a place called "Motorcity USA Minatures".......and last year they went out of business .......well the owner gave me a bunch of stuff .......and one was a box full of JPS wheels........thank`s. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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