RyanK Posted June 22, 2012 Posted June 22, 2012 I'm getting back to this 41 Willys that I started almost 10 years ago. My plan is to have it ready for the Toledo NNL show this year. I opened the doors to begin with. I used the kits engine and tranny and began to modify from there. Now this car has been sitting in the box for about 8 years. I pulled it out the other night and started to take pictures of where I was at. I have machined a lot of pieces for this car. I still have a lot more to machine. By the way I've searched and can't find how to post multiple photobucket pictures on one post. Any help would be appriecated.
RyanK Posted June 22, 2012 Author Posted June 22, 2012 Here is the motor that building for the Willy's. It is the kit block and tranny. Just about all the rest is scratchbuilt and aftermarket. I have some pieces to put back together here on the motor that fell off.
RyanK Posted June 22, 2012 Author Posted June 22, 2012 Here is one of the door panels that I started. This model is the first time that I have tried to do my own photoetch. I have a little tweaking to do to get it where I like it.The brass that you see is to simulate ostrich skin. Also you will see that I did a BOSE script for the speaker.
RyanK Posted June 22, 2012 Author Posted June 22, 2012 Here is the wheels that machined for the Willy's. The tires came for the AMT prowler kit. Also feel free to ask any questions or give any comments. I'm more than willing to share what I know with anyone. Thanks for looking.
cobraman Posted June 22, 2012 Posted June 22, 2012 Car is looking good. As far as photos go I just hit the image tab and go back and fourth to load up my photos. I hope that helps.
bryan_m Posted June 22, 2012 Posted June 22, 2012 WOW! that engine looks great, nice scratchbuilding! this is gonna be a great build. cheers bryan
Bartster Posted June 22, 2012 Posted June 22, 2012 One of my favorite cars. looks like another one dressed up in street clothes. My favorite kind! Gotta watch this. Bart.
bbowser Posted June 22, 2012 Posted June 22, 2012 Love those wheels and the interior door panels too. Looks like it'll be one bad Willys.
Ryan S. Posted June 23, 2012 Posted June 23, 2012 Looking really nice so far. I like those wheels too.
bobthehobbyguy Posted June 23, 2012 Posted June 23, 2012 Nice work so far. What chassis are you using? bobthehobbyguy
Ace-Garageguy Posted June 23, 2012 Posted June 23, 2012 Man, you've got some great ideas. Like the guys said, the engine looks killer. The pancaked hood and that through-the-quarter exhaust dump are really interesting too.
Dr. Cranky Posted June 23, 2012 Posted June 23, 2012 Looking forward to much more. Wow is all I can say too.
RyanK Posted June 23, 2012 Author Posted June 23, 2012 Thank you all! I'll be sharing a lot of the ideas that I have in my head with this one.
vintagedragfan Posted June 23, 2012 Posted June 23, 2012 very cool build Ryan! love the machine work!, looks like you have some experience in machining, what kind of equipment are you useing? I just got into machining little over a year ago, I love it, very rewarding making one off parts, it is also very challenging!
RyanK Posted June 23, 2012 Author Posted June 23, 2012 very cool build Ryan! love the machine work!, looks like you have some experience in machining, what kind of equipment are you useing? I just got into machining little over a year ago, I love it, very rewarding making one off parts, it is also very challenging! Thanks! I'm using a sherline lathe and mill. I learn a lot from my dad, who also builds models. Also I did a lot of playing with it. There is still a lot to learn. If you have any questions, I'll answer them the best that I can.
vintagedragfan Posted June 23, 2012 Posted June 23, 2012 Thanks! I'm using a sherline lathe and mill. I learn a lot from my dad, who also builds models. Also I did a lot of playing with it. There is still a lot to learn. If you have any questions, I'll answer them the best that I can. thanks Ryan, I am willing to share anything I can myself, that is whats great about the forum,everyone willing to share what knowledge they have, are your wheels one piece? they turned out very nice! you should post some pics of your dads stuff too, Im sure I speak for everyone that we would love to see them! thanks
RyanK Posted June 23, 2012 Author Posted June 23, 2012 (edited) Ryan...what scale is this baby? Terry it is in 1/25th scale. Also vintagedragfan the wheels are 3 piece. The outer rim was machined from aluminum pipe and then the two center pieces. The spokes is separate from the cap. I'll get some pictures to show you. Edited June 23, 2012 by RyanK
TedsModeling Posted June 23, 2012 Posted June 23, 2012 You said you opened the doors, so the body isn't Revell's SWC gasser. Whose is it and are you using a kit chassis? Love the yellow engine. What color is planned for the exterior? I couldn't fine the Bose script you mentioned. I like the door panels and design. Can't wait for the chassis build and interior detailing. I have a 1/25 Willys I started more than 10 years ago, too. It's going to be a street rod and after seeing this, I need to get it back out.
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