How to make the model sit square on all 4 tires

[abelaxe]

Ok guys like the title says.....What techniques do you guys use to ensure the model sits all 4 tires square on the ground? I did a search and didnt really find any answers.

I have a Revell Streetburner 55 Chevy that has the right front tire not quite on the ground. I have done some research and have found out this wasnt the best kit.

Thanks

[Modelbuilder Mark]

Check the frame first, make sure straight, if not warm water, pin it down, etc. Just make sure that it and all other bits and pieces are straight first, then, as you build, dry fit as you go.

[JunkPile]

A easy way is to oblong the hole in the wheel-back of the affected tire

[abelaxe]

Great! Thanks for the ideas. This is my first build in over 30 years...I have already painted the chassis so I dont know if dipping it in warm water will do me any good on this one......I will do that if I run into this problem on my next one.

[Dave Van]

I do a lot of test fitting while I can. If there is an issue I can't find or fix I remove the mounting pin or whatever, set the model on a flat surface and epoxy the one wheel one so all touch the ground.

[Skydime]

Putting it in warm water shouldn't affect the paint job if it's not acrylic. I don't even know if it will affect acrylics cause I dont use them. Every single one of these tri five kits (55 bel air, twice 56 nomad and 57 bel air) I have built had the same exact issue.

[abelaxe]

Putting it in warm water shouldn't affect the paint job if it's not acrylic. I don't even know if it will affect acrylics cause I dont use them. Every single one of these tri five kits (55 bel air, twice 56 nomad and 57 bel air) I have built had the same exact issue.

I didnt use acrylics so I will try it. Thank you

[Erik Smith]

Drill out the wheel holes a little larger than the pins and glue the wheels on with 5 minute epoxy - I use a metal plate with magnets to hold the wheels square and the oversize holes allow some adjustment of height.

[abelaxe]

Drill out the wheel holes a little larger than the pins and glue the wheels on with 5 minute epoxy - I use a metal plate with magnets to hold the wheels square and the oversize holes allow some adjustment of height.

Where did you get the metal plate and magnets at?

[Erik Smith]

Where did you get the metal plate and magnets at?

The metal I use is for nailing joints of roof rafters together - just flat metal with holes in it. I got it at Home Depot and taped it to a piece of glass I got at a glass shop (I used to use it to sharpen wood working tools). I don't remember where I got the magnets - they are about 1/4 inch thick, 1 inch tall, and 1/2 inch wide.

[JohnU]

Harbor Freight has a selection of ceramic magnets and magnetic squares for welding jigs in assorted sizes.

[High octane]

If all four tires aren't touching the tabletop, I usually "tweak it" with a gentle tap using a hammer.

[abelaxe]

Thank you all for the tips

[Skydime]

If all four tires aren't touching the tabletop, I usually "tweak it" with a gentle tap using a hammer.

Thank you all for the tips

Don't use a hammer.

Although, I did chuckle a little when I read that. It sounds like something I'd do sometimes.

Edited January 16, 2014 by Skydime

[abelaxe]

Don't use a hammer.

Although, I did chuckle a little when I read that. It sounds like something I'd do sometimes.

LOL I will save the hammer for another day.

[Exotics_Builder]

If all four tires aren't touching the tabletop, I usually "tweak it" with a gentle tap using a hammer.

I thought that was "twerk" with a hammer?

[vypurr59]

Where did you get the metal plate and magnets at?

The metal plate I use is a discarded VCR top. Magnets were from Home Depot, and craft stores. I build alot of roll cages so this helps them remain square.

[Skydime]

I thought that was "twerk" with a hammer?

I started to say something really funny there but, I remembered we are a family friendly forum.

Edited January 17, 2014 by Skydime

[Mike_G]

I leave my wheels loose so I can rotate them around until all of 'em touch the ground, then glue them in place.