CrazySpider Posted June 15, 2014 Share Posted June 15, 2014 Hello fellow model builders. I'm new to building models and such, and what a surprise, I'm stuck on the first step of my Revell 58' Corvette Roadster! I got the engine together just fine (First part of step one), but there is a starter and a fuel pump, and I can't tell what they're supposed to go on... If someone could help me that'd be great. Here's some pictures of the manual/booklet so you know what I'm talking about. Sorry if they're a bit blurry, I took them using my laptop's built-in webcam, so don't expect high-quality 1080p pictures Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted June 15, 2014 Share Posted June 15, 2014 This may help. Goes on exactly as they show it. Scott aho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazySpider Posted June 15, 2014 Author Share Posted June 15, 2014 Also, guess I can't edit post? So here's a picture of the engine, what I'm assuming the starter and fuel pump go on. I just want someone to tell me if/where they go on the engine so I can move on with my model corvette. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted June 15, 2014 Share Posted June 15, 2014 (edited) I have the same kit. Look on right side of block, forward just above the oil pan. You should see indentation for the fuel pump. The starter just glues into place as shown. The photo I posted above is a photo of a real small block Chevy engine. All small blocks are pretty much the same. You'll notice the starter is different than the 58's. But location for the fuel pump and starter are the same. Scott Aho P.S. I do a lot of research on line. Type in on your search engine, 1958 Corvette starter or fuel pump. Hit search, then images. You should find plenty of great photos showing you what you need. I rarely build a model now days, without looking at the real thing on the web. Edited June 15, 2014 by unclescott58 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted June 15, 2014 Share Posted June 15, 2014 Here's maybe a better photo for you. Scott Aho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazySpider Posted June 15, 2014 Author Share Posted June 15, 2014 Thank you so much. I've literally never had anybody on any forum help me so quickly and so kindly. Tomorrow I'll add everything and really get started Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedfreak Posted June 15, 2014 Share Posted June 15, 2014 If you follow the dots on the instructions (starting from the part) they literally show you exactly where both parts should be mounted. That's 'not' always the case with model instructions, but in this case it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazySpider Posted June 15, 2014 Author Share Posted June 15, 2014 If you follow the dots on the instructions (starting from the part) they literally show you exactly where both parts should be mounted. That's 'not' always the case with model instructions, but in this case it is. I understand, but I can't tell what the dots are pointing at, because it doesn't look like the engine, thanks for the help though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrazySpider Posted June 15, 2014 Author Share Posted June 15, 2014 Thanks for all the help, but I finally realized that I need to go to the bottom part in order to put the starter and fuel pump on... I'm attempting to put the starter and fuel pump on the bare engine block itself... Thanks guys! I'll use your pictures after I finish this next step, scott! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclescott58 Posted June 16, 2014 Share Posted June 16, 2014 Always feel free to ask questions. And I and others will do our best to try and help you. You noted your new to model building. I hope find it a rewarding hobby. But, sometime the instructions are not always clear if your not use to building models. I can see where a newbe might not understand looking at the Revell '58 Corvette instrucutions, that those partial diagrams are showing the right side of the engine above the oil pan. If I hadn't built as many Chevy smallblock as I have, I might too have been confused by how it's shown in those instructions. Remember, there are no stupid questions. But, sometimes there are stupid answers. Trust me. I'm in the field of education. This I know. Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedfreak Posted June 17, 2014 Share Posted June 17, 2014 (edited) Edited June 18, 2014 by Speedfreak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedfreak Posted June 18, 2014 Share Posted June 18, 2014 I understand, but I can't tell what the dots are pointing at, because it doesn't look like the engine, thanks for the help though Tyler, sorry I wasn't more helpful, I really didn't understand where you where at with this. Follow the build sequence that the instructions show step by step in the order shown, that will help. If you have any questions in the future I'd be glad to try and help. Keep building! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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