Scale-Master Posted May 2, 2014 Author Posted May 2, 2014 1:1 might be easier since I would use a kit... Oil Pan with mounting hardware.
Pete J. Posted May 2, 2014 Posted May 2, 2014 You had me going there for a minute! Why would the alternator be mounted to the oil pan??? Answer-It's not! Just a prop. Very nice work as usual Mark. Going to be a stunner when done.
Scale-Master Posted May 2, 2014 Author Posted May 2, 2014 (edited) Thanks Pete. It is a remote oil filter, it can be mounted almost anywhere. This is the final mounting location for both it and the alternator. Water pump (with alternator bracket) and timing cover. Oil pump. Well over 30 pieces, likely over 40. I know I machined 11 parts for it just today. Edited May 2, 2014 by Scale-Master
lanesteele240 Posted May 3, 2014 Posted May 3, 2014 Thanks for the idea of using a jegs book to scratch items out with. I will look at your decals. NowThanks for the idea of using a jegs book to scratch items out with. I will look at your decals. Now
Scale-Master Posted May 5, 2014 Author Posted May 5, 2014 Water pump and timing cover installed… Timing drive cogs and pulleys installed… Timing belt installed… Still need to make some more hardware/fasteners…
Scale-Master Posted May 5, 2014 Author Posted May 5, 2014 Thanks Chris. Timing and oil pump drive set is done.
Harry P. Posted May 5, 2014 Posted May 5, 2014 You give Gerald Wingrove a run for his money. Outstanding work.
Danno Posted May 5, 2014 Posted May 5, 2014 So far beyond fantastic, it's coming back around again! Purely amazing work ~ as always, Mark.
Scale-Master Posted May 7, 2014 Author Posted May 7, 2014 Thanks Harry and Dan! The bellhousing and motor mounts have been bolted the block. The oil pump and distributor are installed. Pulleys for the belt that drives the water pump and alternator are installed. The dip stick and clutch slave cylinder are installed. Some hoses and plumbing have been started.
Pete J. Posted May 7, 2014 Posted May 7, 2014 A piece of jewelry Mark! I look forward to seeing it on Friday.
Art Laski Posted May 8, 2014 Posted May 8, 2014 Looks great, Mark! I wish I could get to a meeting to see it. Hopefully next month... -Art
Scale-Master Posted May 9, 2014 Author Posted May 9, 2014 Thanks guys. Here's what I'll be bringing tonight... I made the dust plate and bolted it onto the bellhousing. The oil pan, starter and alternator have been installed. Also attached to the oil pan was the remote oil filter, some of the oil lines have been hooked up.
Scale-Master Posted May 15, 2014 Author Posted May 15, 2014 I made an asbestos insulator wrap for the header. I mixed a light metallic gray color and painted the tape to replicate the color of a brand I found that offers it in two inch and one inch widths.
majel Posted May 15, 2014 Posted May 15, 2014 Amazing work Mark, everything looks fantastic!! What is the plate on the left side of the motor that looks like a delete plate?
Scale-Master Posted May 15, 2014 Author Posted May 15, 2014 (edited) It is a block off plate for the older version's mechanical fuel pump location. Edited May 22, 2014 by Scale-Master
Modelmartin Posted May 15, 2014 Posted May 15, 2014 I think they should just engrave the GSL trophies with your name now.
Scale-Master Posted May 15, 2014 Author Posted May 15, 2014 I finished the header and collector, also added the mounting hardware and springs. The outermost two fasteners on the flange are studs with washers and bolts, the rest are just bolts with washers. I find it easier to install headers when they can be hung from a couple studs off the head. I also added a little dirt to the wrapping.
Scale-Master Posted May 16, 2014 Author Posted May 16, 2014 I bolted the adaptor for the muffler to the collector and installed the gasket.
Scale-Master Posted May 16, 2014 Author Posted May 16, 2014 What's your source for the scale hardware?Me.I made it all from scratch, or raw materials if you prefer. The springs are wound from wire and the nuts, bolts, washers and studs I machined from 6061-T6 aluminum rod stock.
Harry P. Posted May 16, 2014 Posted May 16, 2014 Wow. Just when I thought you couldn't possibly impress me any more!
Scale-Master Posted May 16, 2014 Author Posted May 16, 2014 (edited) Well thanks Harry. Just to be clear, everything on this model is scratch-built. Every single piece made from raw materials. No aftermarket, no "modified kit parts". Time to mount the trans to the bellhousing. I beefed up the connection with brass rod and tubing (inside the trans). Edited May 16, 2014 by Scale-Master
Danno Posted May 16, 2014 Posted May 16, 2014 (edited) Well thanks Harry. Just to be clear, everything on this model is scratch-built. Every single piece made from raw materials. No aftermarket, no "modified kit parts". Wow! 100% scratchbuilt! I've heard of that . . . I'm with Harry, every update tops the ones before! Hey, Mark! Good to see the steady progress. Looking forward to seeing this . . . and you . . . at GSL next time around. Best, ~Dan~ Edited May 16, 2014 by Danno
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