zaina Posted August 7, 2012 Posted August 7, 2012 (edited) started this one last week. AMT reissue 37 chevy gasser. got everything painted except the body. started assembly on the engine. heres where im at. Edited August 21, 2012 by zaina
jeffs396 Posted August 7, 2012 Posted August 7, 2012 (edited) Luv them '37 Chevys!!! Looks good so far, keep it going! Those solder headers are looking very nice Edited August 7, 2012 by jeffs396
High octane Posted August 7, 2012 Posted August 7, 2012 Your build is lookin' good so far and I've been contiplating on starting one of those '37 Chevy gassers myself.
Olskoolrodder Posted August 7, 2012 Posted August 7, 2012 I love that kit,looking forward to watching! Looking good so far
Jantrix Posted August 7, 2012 Posted August 7, 2012 Great kit! One of my all time faves. I'm looking forward to this. Great work so far.
Dr. Cranky Posted August 7, 2012 Posted August 7, 2012 We'll be watching for more progress on this one.
rustybill1960 Posted August 8, 2012 Posted August 8, 2012 Lookin' good Man!! Thank You for sharing Later Russ
Terry Sumner Posted August 9, 2012 Posted August 9, 2012 I don't have that kit. Is this the engine in the kit? If so I'm gonna have to get one just for that front timing cover. It's just what I need for my King Kong Anglia gasser as I'm not all that happy with the one I made...
LoneWolf15 Posted August 9, 2012 Posted August 9, 2012 I don't have that kit. Is this the engine in the kit? If so I'm gonna have to get one just for that front timing cover. It's just what I need for my King Kong Anglia gasser as I'm not all that happy with the one I made... Hmmmm , seem to remember an offer of one for that build , Senior Senility ! Lmao !
Terry Sumner Posted August 9, 2012 Posted August 9, 2012 Dang Donn you're right..I don't remember...I even went back to my build thread on mine and don't see anything like that.
Alan Posted August 9, 2012 Posted August 9, 2012 (edited) That timing cover in the kit is not even close to a 1to1 and is totally the wrong shape and way oversized, it would need some reshaping to being close to accurate but could be done. There are much better Chev timing covers in various kits ... Do a little research and you will see ...... Alan Edited August 9, 2012 by Alan
LoneWolf15 Posted August 9, 2012 Posted August 9, 2012 Dang Donn you're right..I don't remember...I even went back to my build thread on mine and don't see anything like that. Not sure where you posted it up , we did discuss it back then when you were first starting your build . Hence the reason for picking on you ....... As usual ! Lol ! Like where this build is headed , always loved this kit ! I know it's period correct , but I was never a fan of the white walled tires , personal taste and all that ! Great kit , start , and work thus far , keep it rollin' !
Terry Sumner Posted August 9, 2012 Posted August 9, 2012 That timing cover in the kit is not even close to a 1to1 and is totally the wrong shape and way oversized, it would need some reshaping to being close to accurate but could be done. There are much better Chev timing covers in various kits ... Do a little research and you will see ...... Alan Well Alan...it's a lot better than the piece of ###### I scratchbuilt!
gasser59 Posted August 10, 2012 Posted August 10, 2012 Liking where this is going and you may just have changed my mind about this kit. Stance looks aggressive, engine's looking right and Gotta love the Cragar SS rims.
Alan Posted August 10, 2012 Posted August 10, 2012 Change your mind about it Brad ? This is the foundation of a GREAT kit ...... Try the original box art build, a fellow up here in BC is one of those killer factory stock builders and he did the original red and silver box art build and it was such an eye grabber ! Also check out Ed Flucks builds of the 37 VERY nice builds ... he also offers a chopped body in resin, IF he has anf left .... Alan
Alan Posted August 10, 2012 Posted August 10, 2012 Terry, take this kit cover, reshape it to the correct shape which in turn will reduce its overall size cause it is way too big, and add some bolt detail to the water port block off plates and it would be a nice rendition ... You have the skills man, I have seen what you can do with wood !!!! you copy that ? LOL Alan
Terry Sumner Posted August 10, 2012 Posted August 10, 2012 Roger that Alan...when I get my hands on one I'll sure as heck give it a shot!
W-409 Posted August 11, 2012 Posted August 11, 2012 Great job on it, engine detailing looks terrific. I like the stance too, White Wall Front tires fit perfectly on this one. Can't wait to see more.
zaina Posted August 13, 2012 Author Posted August 13, 2012 got her painted this weekend...kind of building this one like the box art. the blower hat in this kit leave little to be desired so i used injectors and a mailbox from my parts stash. not sure about the mailbox being painted yellow, what do ya think. also trying different tire combo's...would also love some imput on that. i also have some pie crust slicks with no white walls.
jeffs396 Posted August 13, 2012 Posted August 13, 2012 Wow Andy, that yellow REALLY POPS!!! What brand & shade is it??? I personally like pic number three (with no whitewalls showing) but they are all cool... I think a polished aluminum scoop would be the cat's meow on your build!
zaina Posted August 13, 2012 Author Posted August 13, 2012 thanks jeff. the paint is tamiya ts-16 (yellow)
vintagedragfan Posted August 16, 2012 Posted August 16, 2012 nice little hot rod Andy! personally even though I like the wide whites, I prefer the black walls on this one myself, either way it is gonna be sweet!
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