511 nova Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 I haven't built anything in a year but the mood hit me today to start this one. My goal is a mini tubbed street car that will run in the 9's( in 1/4 mile) but also something that the average gear head joe would build in his basement. I'm using the amt sedan body and the monogram hard top chassis. Fitment was pretty close but a little shaving was required (will take some chassis pics in a day or so). Got the ride height set where I want it and will be ready to start adding some detail shortly. I'm wanting to go with 1 solid color instead of 2 tone, but can't decide on which color. I'm thinking about rally green or silver (please give me your opinion). Please give me your comments and let me know what you think Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1930fordpickup Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 Looks good to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beeRS Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 That looks mean!! I'd prefer the green to the silver, but its your choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W-409 Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 This looks like a very cool project. '55 Chevy is one of my all time favorite cars, especially as a Two Door Sedan. What engine are you going to go with? I'd be happy to see an "old school" Big Block or something like that, not any modern LS junk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darbo Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 Like the look of this one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
511 nova Posted December 29, 2018 Author Share Posted December 29, 2018 Thanks guys. Yes definitely a big block with a single 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 Not familiar with these kits Brian, why the chassis swap? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
511 nova Posted December 29, 2018 Author Share Posted December 29, 2018 Afx the amt chassis has molded in muffler and pipes where the monogram chassis has a more detailed frame. The suspension has more detail capabilities Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 You have the stance, wheels and tires down. Are you going to run a front bumper ? The reason I ask is that the area between the grill and the bumper on this kit is shaped wrong. On the 1:1 car it is a fairly flat surface and the kit is ok until it drops behind the bumper. With a front bumper I don't think this would be noticed, but if you're going bumper less the flat forward facing surface is something you might want to trim off. With the much better Revell chassis this should be a great build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
511 nova Posted December 29, 2018 Author Share Posted December 29, 2018 Yes espo definitely needs the bumpers. Also a lot of mold lines that need attention. I've always preferred a post car over a hard top Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 Most people prefer the hardtops on most cars, but like you I like the post cars from this era the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geno Posted December 29, 2018 Share Posted December 29, 2018 This is gonna be sweet, I'd go with the green as well, it'll really make it stand out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonhawk1066 Posted December 30, 2018 Share Posted December 30, 2018 Gonna be nice with either color. The 55's just look really good with that stance and the big rear tires. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
511 nova Posted December 30, 2018 Author Share Posted December 30, 2018 4 hours ago, Geno said: This is gonna be sweet, I'd go with the green as well, it'll really make it stand out. Kinda what I'm thinking. I saw one years ago and it stuck in my mind. Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
511 nova Posted December 30, 2018 Author Share Posted December 30, 2018 43 minutes ago, Dragonhawk1066 said: Gonna be nice with either color. The 55's just look really good with that stance and the big rear tires. Thank you and I think they look tough with that combo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brutalform Posted December 30, 2018 Share Posted December 30, 2018 Now that’s what I’m talking about!!! Very cool build going on here. I know a lot of people don’t go for the tubbed out, pro street look, but nothing beats a 55 like it. I have one of these started, and stored away, that I should bring out, and actually finish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
511 nova Posted December 30, 2018 Author Share Posted December 30, 2018 9 minutes ago, Brutalform said: Now that’s what I’m talking about!!! Very cool build going on here. I know a lot of people don’t go for the tubbed out, pro street look, but nothing beats a 55 like it. I have one of these started, and stored away, that I should bring out, and actually finish. Yes you should! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 30, 2018 Share Posted December 30, 2018 Looks TOUGH for sure!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Can-Con Posted December 30, 2018 Share Posted December 30, 2018 That's gonna be cool. I've been planning a '55 build along the same lines as yours, even have the same wheels in the box for it. Hadn't really thought about a chassis swap but I do have a Revell '55 cvt I was never planning to build though so?? Going to do mine in black and white like a "black widow" '57 and have a big block . Those cars do look good in green, I'll be following this build for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
511 nova Posted January 2, 2019 Author Share Posted January 2, 2019 Hello everyone, got a little time at the bench this morning. Boy you sure don't realize how rusty you get when you haven't built anything in a while lol. I'm not gonna put a whole lot of detail into this one (just getting the mo joe back). Decided to go with flat black on the chassis and will probably go with some sort of steel or titanium color for springs and etc. The ride height is so low I found some parts box springs with no arch for the rear. Also made some simple spring boxes (not really accurate but will do) and also a half driveshaft loop. Still need to make the wheel yuns which will actually stick through the back seat (because of the low ride height).Parts box once again came through on a set of seats ( i think from a Corvette). Put a quarter stick shifter together from scott at futurattraction and painted up the steering wheel. Hopefully I will have a few more updates in a few days as I'm waiting on engine parts to arrive. Hope you enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
511 nova Posted January 2, 2019 Author Share Posted January 2, 2019 Sorry for the last update I couldn't get the files to upload. You have to turn the phone sideways to take the picture. It worked out well as I forgot about using a set of tubular a arms from a nascar kit. Still haven't decided on the color yet. Leaning toward rally green but we will see. Thanks for looking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mod3l Lover Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 Round2 just re-released the '55 sedan kit! I have been looking at those and, of course, wanting one myself!! Nice start on this, it looks great! I'm looking forward to more!?! David S. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 Great start! Looks like a winner to me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted January 3, 2019 Share Posted January 3, 2019 Love the finishes going on here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tubbs Posted January 4, 2019 Share Posted January 4, 2019 On 12/29/2018 at 11:03 PM, Brutalform said: Now that’s what I’m talking about!!! Very cool build going on here. I know a lot of people don’t go for the tubbed out, pro street look, but nothing beats a 55 like it. I have one of these started, and stored away, that I should bring out, and actually finish. agreed, you build a great model. maybe I should bring out mine from looooong ago Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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