pete
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Post by pete on Jul 3, 2021 8:27:51 GMT -7
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Post by mustang1989 on Jul 3, 2021 8:38:17 GMT -7
Looking forward to seeing this one here Pete!!!
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Post by Grandpabeast on Jul 3, 2021 14:08:28 GMT -7
Looking awesome ! What putty do you like to use ?
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Post by pete on Jul 3, 2021 15:54:45 GMT -7
I use a combination of putties depending on the application. This one mostly got Squadron grey and Tamiya white since there wasn't any really deep cuts, gaps or deformities to fill. When doing major reconstruction or filling in a critical area that I don't ever want to see shrinkage, I will use this stuff...  I will also use Mr Hobby (Gunze Sangyo) Grey filler primer. Just brush it on and walk away till tomorrow...Its usually the last act of a build session for the day.Come back tomorrow, sand it down and move on. I'll post up a pic of the bottle in a future installment for you. Just like glue...I will usually use at least 3 different types on a build depending on application. |
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Post by Grandpabeast on Jul 3, 2021 17:54:21 GMT -7
I always used squadron ( the old formula ) it was thick and not shiny like the new formula. I messaged them about getting some of the old and they replied they are out of the putty business all together. Where do you get the two part spot light ?
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pete
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Post by pete on Jul 3, 2021 18:26:39 GMT -7
Any auto body supply house or Auto parts store like Napa will carry the filler. Its actually a final fill finish filler for auto body repair. Just make sure the surface you apply it to has some tooth to it or primer on it first. It does not like to stick to smooth styrene. It does sand very easily and takes primer superbly.
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malcox477
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Post by malcox477 on Jul 4, 2021 1:11:29 GMT -7
WAW, looking really cool, off-road always looks mean to me, looking forward to see more
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pete
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Post by pete on Jul 4, 2021 8:35:17 GMT -7
Oh don't worry Mal...There's plenty to come with this one!
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pete
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Post by pete on Jul 5, 2021 11:58:04 GMT -7
Since I started this build a while ago...I will try and get you guys caught up today, so that future installments will be up to date for both forums I am doing this build on. Soo, Go to the bathroom, get your favorite beverage handy and settle in for a bit.
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pete
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Post by pete on Jul 5, 2021 12:23:17 GMT -7
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Post by pete on Jul 5, 2021 12:42:57 GMT -7
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Post by pete on Jul 5, 2021 13:05:19 GMT -7
Ok engine is a 302. I added a set of Cobra rocker covers to it to dress it up and painted the intake aluminum. (It is supposed to be a hopped up day two ride after all) Also got the interior panels and instrument panel painted up. Still have to do the decals for the instrument panel and finish the seats but...Well, you get the idea...    Next up will be some body and paint work; stay tuned and thanks for looking!!! |
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pete
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Post by pete on Jul 5, 2021 13:20:15 GMT -7
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Post by pete on Jul 5, 2021 13:37:16 GMT -7
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Post by mustang1989 on Jul 5, 2021 19:26:27 GMT -7
Just simply cannot get enough of this build. All the details on the chassis, engine and interior are nothing short of shocking Pete.
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Post by malcox477 on Jul 5, 2021 21:57:41 GMT -7
WAW that chassis is incredible, justoi love it, great body work, i need to pay more attenction to mine cars on that area...
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Post by jkflash on Jul 6, 2021 8:32:57 GMT -7
WOW! I am loving where this build is going. Keep up the good work!
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pete
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Post by pete on Jul 6, 2021 18:35:38 GMT -7
Thanks fellas, hope to have some more done in a day or three.
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Post by Grandpabeast on Jul 7, 2021 2:57:17 GMT -7
Late to the party but I must say ,,,, impressive! Your work and dialogue are outstanding! I ordered the same parts for a bronco build but it got shelved before I even started. Seeing yours makes me want to bust it out and go for it!! Maybe after I clear some projects off my workbench. Great job keep us posted !!
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Post by mustang1989 on Jul 7, 2021 6:56:27 GMT -7
Thanks fellas, hope to have some more done in a day or three. That......we'll be looking forward to Pete. |
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Post by jkflash on Jul 7, 2021 9:04:58 GMT -7
The paint scheme reminds me of a Mach One Mustang kit I have. Something about that yellow with the black accents just looks cool. Saw an EcoBoost Mustang yesterday at my local dealership and was VERY tempted to go talk to a salesman about it. Anyone have any good advice on how to talk your wife into another muscle car?
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Post by mustang1989 on Jul 7, 2021 10:20:43 GMT -7
The paint scheme reminds me of a Mach One Mustang kit I have. Something about that yellow with the black accents just looks cool. Saw an EcoBoost Mustang yesterday at my local dealership and was VERY tempted to go talk to a salesman about it. Anyone have any good advice on how to talk your wife into another muscle car? Jeez.....that's a toughy Johnny. I would have a hard time convincing my wife to go for something like that as well. I can tell you how I did my project though. I ended up with my first truck ever 11 years ago.......a 94 Silverado extended cab truck. I drove it around for a number of years and came up with a plan that I should've come up with ALOT sooner. I don't have any room in my garage for a muscle car and I need a truck so .....I combined the best of both worlds. Took the stock 350 out of it and went back in with a 383 stroker motor that I warmed over. Converted from throttle body fuel injection to a Holley 650 Double Pumper carburetor, rebuilt the 4L60E four speed transmission & toughened it up a bit to take the extra power and put a 2200 rpm stall converter in it and then swapped the 3.42 gear set out for a set of 4.10's and installed a locker unit. I took a newer Camaro SS on a few nights ago and he just barely pulled ahead of me so.....I'm feeling pretty good about that. I'm right at or a little over the 400hp marker as of now with the 383 and have recently acquired a 400 small block that I'll bore .030 over to turn it into a 406. With the combo that I've got on the map I'll be looking somewhere in the 450-480 hp range and the truck only clocks in at 3900 lbs.  My point?? Wife is happy with me having a truck and I get to hot rod it some too. lol |
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Post by pete on Jul 7, 2021 13:08:42 GMT -7
Read up on the EcoBoost engines before pulling the trigger. Ford hasn't figured out how to keep that 2.3L together with a turbo on it yet. If you do...Plan on head studs and an expensive Cometic head gasket for starters. That's just to keep the stock stuff alive. If you hot rod it...ALL bets are off.
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Post by mustang1989 on Jul 7, 2021 14:20:53 GMT -7
Read up on the EcoBoost engines before pulling the trigger. Ford hasn't figured out how to keep that 2.3L together with a turbo on it yet. If you do...Plan on head studs and an expensive Cometic head gasket for starters. That's just to keep the stock stuff alive. If you hot rod it...ALL bets are off. I figured that there was an Achilles Heel to those engines. They run really good.....REALLY good for a four cylinder and I wondered how they'd keep an engine like that together for long. Almost reminds me of the turbo charged 2.3 liter in the old Mustangs and Thunderbird Turbo Coupes. |
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Post by jkflash on Jul 8, 2021 5:44:47 GMT -7
Yeah, I have been doing a lot of research on the EcoBoost line of engines. I had a 3.5L twin turbo in my 2014 f150. Had to trade in on a 5.0 because Ford says no plows for the EB. I am fascinated by the power and torque outputs of these small displacement engines these days.
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Post by mustang1989 on Jul 8, 2021 7:36:39 GMT -7
Yeah, I have been doing a lot of research on the EcoBoost line of engines. I had a 3.5L twin turbo in my 2014 f150. Had to trade in on a 5.0 because Ford says no plows for the EB. I am fascinated by the power and torque outputs of these small displacement engines these days. It's all in the programming. There's been alot of improvements to cam profiles and cylinder head design as well but the programming part of it is the key. |
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Post by pete on Jul 14, 2021 16:41:30 GMT -7
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Post by mustang1989 on Jul 14, 2021 17:37:48 GMT -7
Man that's looking like quite the build so far Pete. Cannot WAIT to see some engine work here.
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Post by Grandpabeast on Jul 15, 2021 11:53:03 GMT -7
Yea, this is nice !!!
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Post by jkflash on Jul 15, 2021 13:39:32 GMT -7
That interior looks like you could hop and and go for a drive. Very realistic
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