Art Laski Posted January 3, 2015 Share Posted January 3, 2015 Great work, Brad! You put Puffer on my brain. Hopefully it won't be long before another update! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randy D Posted January 4, 2015 Share Posted January 4, 2015 Hi Brad, Those are sweeeeet lookin' rims !!! Randy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedfreak Posted January 9, 2015 Share Posted January 9, 2015 Brad, How's it coming on this memorable piece of drag racing history? Can't wait to see it finished! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasser59 Posted January 13, 2015 Author Share Posted January 13, 2015 (edited) Not much visible work done Gene. I did spend a bit of time on the turned rear wheels. I just couldn't live with the smaller diameter slicks so I went back to the ones I had previously. This caused me to need to narrow the aluminum rims with my saw, file and polish the cut edges and add a band of printing plate around the diameter of the rim since they were too small. Its much better and I'm happy with the results but need to polish some more on the cut section and clean that up a bit. Not sure how I'll address the gap between the tire and the rim from the backside. I'll come up with something. I had to remove the rear axle because I wasn't happy with the brake lines. Progress continues but all so slowly. Edited January 13, 2015 by gasser59 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrozilla Posted January 13, 2015 Share Posted January 13, 2015 We only tolerate the delays because you do awesome work that we learn from. If it wasn't for that......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedfreak Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 We only tolerate the delays because you do awesome work that we learn from. If it wasn't for that......... Ya. That rim for the wheel that you made is really cool Brad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasser59 Posted January 14, 2015 Author Share Posted January 14, 2015 I didn't make the thin trim ring, that's what I cut off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedfreak Posted January 14, 2015 Share Posted January 14, 2015 Duh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasser59 Posted January 15, 2015 Author Share Posted January 15, 2015 Ok, axle is back on and the new brake lines are done. No picture as I just finished before heading to work this morning. Now on to mounting the front axle and making the radius rods. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasser59 Posted April 3, 2015 Author Share Posted April 3, 2015 (edited) Well fellas, I never was completely satisfied with the front twelve spoke rims on this build so I've ordered some from Jim at MicroNitro. he has recently added these to his awesome lineup. Also, I've run into a bit of an issue because when I went to make the radius rods, they hit the steering arm so a bit more reconfiguring is in order. I hope to get back to this once the Scout Truck is completed. I appreciate your patience as well as your interest. Please stay tuned. Edited April 3, 2015 by gasser59 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted April 3, 2015 Share Posted April 3, 2015 Hang in there, Brad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasser59 Posted June 3, 2015 Author Share Posted June 3, 2015 A small package arrived in the mail yesterday from MicroNitro. The twelve spoke rims arrived from Jim and they are really sharp looking. They'll need a small amount of clean-up but man I love 'em. I've been waiting for these in order to continue and since I've hit a 'burn-out' phase on the Scout Truck, I may just jump back on this one. Here's a picture for you guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Teresi Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Brad.......wheels look great .......hope you get back on this one soon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedfreak Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 I agree, would love to see this kit coming along. Those wheels look great Brad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooneyzs Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Brad.... those wheels are gorgeous and they look sharp. Its great to see you back on this one or I am hoping you are jumping back on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrozilla Posted June 3, 2015 Share Posted June 3, 2015 Well worth the wait for Jim's stuff Brad. Glad to see you back on this. Hope everything is okay with the Scout too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted June 4, 2015 Share Posted June 4, 2015 Brad, I'm sure those wheels only added to your anxiousness to get to the next step of this build. Jim did right by your build with the front rims. Bet you can see your vision of the car in totality now. Can't wait for you to share it. Cheers, Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10thumbs Posted June 4, 2015 Share Posted June 4, 2015 Hi Brad, I'm happy too you're back to this build. You were the one, with this project who really got me started with building my own front end and moving on down the modelling road. The wheels look real sharp and will be perfect for this hot race car. Good stuff! Michael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasser59 Posted June 7, 2015 Author Share Posted June 7, 2015 Thanks for the words of encouragement guys. I've really been a slacker and in a slump since DSC. Its all my own fault and I just gotta get back into it. Its the journey, not the destination, right? Yesterday, I was able to shorten the spindles and get the new front rims drilled out to accept the now shortened 1/16" aluminum spindles. Hang with me fellas, I'll get back into it as it gets unbearable outside in our summer desert temps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasser59 Posted June 7, 2015 Author Share Posted June 7, 2015 Love it up there Paul but I'm afraid if I came up there, I'd be fishing Becker Lake all of the time and wouldn't get much modeling in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasser59 Posted June 9, 2015 Author Share Posted June 9, 2015 A bit more done in small doses. The output shaft is done along with the gas tank. Sorry...no pictures. Camera battery is dead. Will get a couple up soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danno Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 "tapping foot on floor" camera ought to be charged up by now..... Keep on him, Paul! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooneyzs Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Oh Brad.... Where's those pics.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasser59 Posted June 11, 2015 Author Share Posted June 11, 2015 Sheesh.....you guys need to try some patience. LOL Here's couple of pictures finally. Here's how the MicroNitro rims mate up with the axle and tires, Jim's stuff is the best. I'm not sure why, but I really like this picture. And here's the small aluminum tank with PE brackets and wire with insulation for the straps. Many times I use the wire from inside twist ties and holiday bows. That's all for now fellas. Like I said at the top of the page...small doses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasser59 Posted June 15, 2015 Author Share Posted June 15, 2015 (edited) Ooops. See below. Edited June 15, 2015 by gasser59 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.