comp1839 Posted November 12, 2013 Posted November 12, 2013 the 3/32" is correct for some of the tubes mike. just not all. you may want to use some .100" with your 1/16".
Prostreet Posted November 12, 2013 Posted November 12, 2013 Mike, I think i used .100" for most of the main chassis, the .080" and .060" for the other stuff. Not sure if it will help you, but there is alot of good info in my 57 promod build thread from people helping me. just will take some time to page through it. http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=48179&hl=%2B57+%2Bpromod
Magic Photos Posted November 12, 2013 Author Posted November 12, 2013 Thanks Joe, how is the new build coming along?
Magic Photos Posted November 13, 2013 Author Posted November 13, 2013 Here is the new chassis so far. Hope it is closer.
TedsModeling Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 I don't believe how fast you whipped that out!
Mooneyzs Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Mike.... The chassis looks killer!! I also have to say I think it looks much better that you went back and resized the tubing. Looking forward to seeing more progress on this bad boy. Keep up the great work.
Magic Photos Posted November 13, 2013 Author Posted November 13, 2013 Thanks Ted it was easier just getting the measurements off the old chassis and just building from there. About 5 hours in this one. Thanks Chris we will keep each other building. LOL
futurattraction Posted November 14, 2013 Posted November 14, 2013 Hey Mike, Sorry I didn't get a chance to comment on your build early-on. I must say that your revised chassis with the small OD tubing definitely looks more to scale. I'll definitely keep my eye on this build...
comp1839 Posted November 14, 2013 Posted November 14, 2013 mike, what a difference. now, if your up to one more piece of advice. if you're going to make this car sit low. you're going to want to make that drive shaft hoop muucch taller. for the rear of the car to sit low the pinion will be sitting higher in the chassis. which will put your driveshaft right where the top of your driveshaft hoop is. make the hoop go all the way to the main bar above your present hoop bar. great job!!!
Magic Photos Posted November 20, 2013 Author Posted November 20, 2013 Well guys sorry no update as of yet, have to get my slot cars ready for Friday night. Got about 8 cars to go over and freshen up. Will be back on this build Monday. 11/25/13
stump Posted November 20, 2013 Posted November 20, 2013 Hey Mike, so pleased to see you giving this a go mate, should be a kool one to follow. The chassis (part II) looks excellent too man, and with the drive shaft loop extended up a tad will look even better. Waiting for the 25th.
gasser59 Posted November 21, 2013 Posted November 21, 2013 Sorry I'm just jumping in on this one Mike. The second go 'round on the chassis looks much better. This will be fun, as well as educational, to watch develop. Kudos to you. Have fun this weekend.
Magic Photos Posted November 21, 2013 Author Posted November 21, 2013 Thanks Brad, Dave is the one to watch, I am just trying to follow him.
Magic Photos Posted December 18, 2013 Author Posted December 18, 2013 Hope to have a couple more pics up on this build. I got started back on it today.
futurattraction Posted December 18, 2013 Posted December 18, 2013 Looking forward to see them, Mike...
Mooneyzs Posted December 18, 2013 Posted December 18, 2013 Mike... its about time you get back on this project ...lol...... its great to hear you are gonna be making progress. I cant wait until yoir next update.
Magic Photos Posted December 18, 2013 Author Posted December 18, 2013 Got some work done today on the Vette. Made the brake pedal and the started the master cylinder got the seat braces in got the front bars started. Added the body trim to the firewall area, and cut the blower opening. Put a 392 in just for looks.
Mooneyzs Posted December 19, 2013 Posted December 19, 2013 Mike.... Very nice update. This is looking great!!
edboys Posted December 19, 2013 Posted December 19, 2013 So glad I ventured over here at MCM to look at your build. So far you have made a lot of great progress and I look forward to keeping tabs on this one.
Magic Photos Posted December 19, 2013 Author Posted December 19, 2013 Thanks guys. Hope to get a little more done today.
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