Build A Fence Ridin’ Chevy
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Due to the fact that this was
one of
my first articles for TT&C, available space hadn't been determined.
I was also working on a deadline. So, photos that should've
been taken weren't and some that were taken and submitted weren't
used for lack of space. Ergo, you'll find some of the unused
photos in this article, which will make it both longer and hopefully
clearer. As for those that should've been but weren't?
Well, I hope the text descriptions will be sufficient to keep y'all
out of trouble.
Since the frame was produced
as a single piece, I did some quick basic assembly of the front
springs and shocks. But first I took time to smooth down the parting lines on the springs.
It also wouldn't hurt to clean up any other parting lines you can
find on the various parts that might be seen when the model's
finished. Note that the frame is upside down to give you a good
view of the front springs.
With the front springs
secure, they're followed with the front axle, tie rod and
brake backing plate. While they haven't been installed in this
view, the universal/rear axle is soon to be mounted in its rear
position.
The basic frame got a shot of
Model Master FS37038 Flat Black,. Then the rear springs,
battery, gear box and rear shocks were added and will be sprayed the same
color. By the way, this model was built when Model Master was
pretty much the go to paint for the majority of modelbuilders.
Today Model Master doesn't exist and enamel paints are few and far
between.
The kit provides the
engine/transmission as a basic stovebolt six with the valve cover as
a separate part of it. As a result, I assembled the
engine/transmission and valve cover, then airbrushed the completed
engine assembly and wheels with Model Master Steel...the rest of the
engine accessories being painted Model Master FS37038 Flat Black.
Finally, a conventional brush was used to give the valve cover a
coat of Model Master Ford & GM Engine Blue, but no attempt was made
to attain smooth, even coverage.
In this shot, the chassis is
essentially complete except for the tailpipe and muffler.
Weathering would come later...except for the engine. I
couldn't wait for it.
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