b-body fan Posted September 1, 2015 Author Posted September 1, 2015 I know it's going to be tough for some of you but please try the stay within the guidelines. If you're unsure, check the 7th post in this thread. If you still have questions feel free to p..m. me or post them here. If you would like you may also post your progress here. Be creative and have fun with this. That's the point. Build on!! Mike.
bismarck Posted September 1, 2015 Posted September 1, 2015 (edited) Yes we do!!!!! And so we begin. Man!! you work FAST!! lovin the stance so far. Edited September 1, 2015 by bismarck
AC Norton Posted September 1, 2015 Posted September 1, 2015 GOOD LUCK AND HAPPY MODELING TO OUR MEMBERS PARTICIPATING IN THE GREAT GREMLIN BUILD- OFF....SHOULD BE A SOLID MONTH OF FUN, LAUGHS, AND AN EXCITING BUILD FOR EVERYONE INVOLVED.....OH, AND A SPECIAL THANKS TO B- BODY MIKE, AS HE HAS BEEN THE GREATEST OF HELP PUTTING , AND KEEPING THIS PROJECT IDEA OF MINE TOGETHER.....A TERRIFIC FRIEND TO ALL IN OUR GREAT HOBBY....NOW, FOR ALL YOU GREMLINED-UP LOVERS,,,,, ENJOY THE RIDE, BOYS........THE ACE.........
chunkypeanutbutter Posted September 1, 2015 Posted September 1, 2015 Just got the kit today. Should be nailing down some of the problems in it tonight.
b-body fan Posted September 1, 2015 Author Posted September 1, 2015 Just got the kit today. Should be nailing down some of the problems in it tonight.Good to hear. Almost perfect timing.
AC Norton Posted September 1, 2015 Posted September 1, 2015 Just got the kit today. Should be nailing down some of the problems in it tonight. Miles, the 2 worst issues of this kit are that both hoods need to be shimmed up on both edges to align for fit,,,as they are undersized a bit.....and next, you have probably noticed the loose fit....if any fit at all,,side to side on the chassis to body.....the sides of the floorpan/ chassis need to have plastic stock sized and added to ensure proper fit.....hope that gets you started......the Ace.......
bismarck Posted September 1, 2015 Posted September 1, 2015 I thought that hood thing was just my kit. thanks for the heads up Ace.
AC Norton Posted September 1, 2015 Posted September 1, 2015 I thought that hood thing was just my kit. thanks for the heads up Ace. ....no problem, Kevin.....you will find once the front clip/ grille section is installed between the fenders....they will spread a bit, making the hood fit sloppy as mentioned above. one other note, for all interested----the headers in this kit are average,,at best,,,sooo my point here is, that the hang, or drop, on them, is very low. that was done to hook up those sidepipes in the kit.....make a plastic piece for your trans support, as to lift it up the tail shaft as much as you can....it won't mess up your engine fit, or trans to firewall relief,,,but it will raise the headers enough on your final build so they won't drag on the pavement......the Ace....
gardnerpag44 Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 Here's my starting point , more real soon Thanks
AC Norton Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 Here's my starting point , more real soon Thanks Paul, your 49 ford looks tough as nails,,,so we are certain this one will be a big hit as well.....best,,,,,the Ace.......
bismarck Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 (edited) Man, I have GOT to get up to speed on this posting pics thing!!! You guys are already out in front. Edited September 2, 2015 by bismarck
bismarck Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 (edited) Quick question. We can use other wheel/ tire combo's but how about attachment methods for different wheels? I can make the kit supplied axles work, but I have to slice-n-dice the kit supplied rims. Edited September 2, 2015 by bismarck
AC Norton Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 Quick question. We can use other wheel/ tire combo's but how about attachment methods for different wheels? I can make the kit supplied axles work, but I have to slice-n-dice the kit supplied rims. its certainly ok to use other backing plates or axle bosses in using other rims......otherwise it is difficult using whats supplied in kit,,,,so, go ahead,,,the Ace....
AC Norton Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 (edited) .......A QUESTION WAS ASKED THIS MORNING IN OUR LAST POST REGARDING THE WHEEL / TIRE CHOICES.....AS THE GUIDELINES STATED , OUR MEMBERS IN THIS BUILD OFF ARE FREE TO CHOOSE ANY COMBO THEY CHOOSE TO. ALSO, MOUNTING OTHER WHEELS THEN PRESENTS THE DILEMA OF POSSIBLY JUST HOW THEN TO MOUNT THEM. FEEL FREE TO USE ANY BACKING PLATES OR AXEL BOSSES THAT SUIT YOU,,,BUT NO AFTERMARKET OR DONOR KIT DRILLED DISC BRAKE SETUPS OR SUCH......JUST WANTED TO CLARIFY FOR ALL.....THE ACE............--------GENTS, THOUGHT THIS MAY BE HELPFUL AS WELL. OVER THE LAST COUPLE OF YEARS MUCH INFO ON THE FORUM HAS BEEN DISCUSSED ABOUT SEVERAL AREAS OF THE 75-76 GREMLIN KITS IN GENERAL----HERE ARE SOME AREAS THAT MAY BE A CONCERN TO ALL...YOUR FRONT CLIP ON BOTH 75 AND 76 WILL SLIGHTLY WIDEN THE FENDERS APART , CAUSING EITHER THE STOCK OR SCOOPED HOODS TO FIT POORLY....ITS EASILY FIXED BY ADDING SOME STRIPS TO THE HOOD SIDES AND THEN SANDING THEM TO SHAPE....NEXT, THE CHASSIS TO INTERIOR TO BODY FIT IS POOR, WHERE SOME PLASTIC STRIP STOCK WILL NICELY SNUG THAT FIT FOR YOU.....IT HAS BEEN NOTED IN READING INFO EVEN OFF THIS FORUM THAT SOME BUILDERS HAVE HAD TROUBLE MOUNTING THE GLASS FROM INSIDE, SOME SAYING IT CAN THROW OFF YOUR INTERIOR FIT,,,,I HAVE TAPED ONE TOGETHER BACK A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO, AND IT SEEMS FINE, BUT ON FINAL ASSEMBLY THINGS CAN HAPPEN, AS WE ALL KNOW....IF YOU USE THE DRAG TUNNEL RAM 2X4 INTAKE MANIFOLD, NOTE THAT BOTH ENDS HAVE LARGE SINK HOLES, EASILY FIXED, BUT LEFT ALONE WILL BE QUITE A DISAPPOINTMENT....AND MY FINAL COMMENT IS REGARDING THE CARBS,,,YOU GET 3 HERE....ONE IS A 2 BARREL FOR STOCK ONLY, THE OTHER TWO ARE SMALL 4 BARRELS , USING ONE FOR SINGLE CARB 4 BARREL INTAKE, OR BOTH FOR THE TUNNEL RAM. IN THE PAST I HAVE SEEN THEM MIXED UP ON VARIOUS BUILDS, SO CHECK CAREFULLY THAT YOU ARE SELECTING THE RIGHT SET UP FOR YOUR ENGINE,,,NOTHING WORSE LATER THAN REALIZING THAT THE INCORRECT COMBO WAS GLUED IN PLACE, AS IT DOES HAPPEN,,,,,,LONG WINDED, HERE, BUT I HOPE THIS HELPS EVEN SOME OF YOU.....THANKS FOR READING THIS...THE ACE... Edited September 3, 2015 by AC Norton text
AC Norton Posted September 2, 2015 Posted September 2, 2015 .....RECENT UPDATES OF SOME BUILDING QUESTIONS AND TROUBLE SHOOTING POSTED IN THE THREAD ABOVE.........
otherunicorn Posted September 3, 2015 Posted September 3, 2015 The carb issue is fun, as the 2 and one 4 are are together on the sprue, and the other 4 is on another.
AC Norton Posted September 3, 2015 Posted September 3, 2015 The carb issue is fun, as the 2 and one 4 are are together on the sprue, and the other 4 is on another. .......so true, and that's why it can be a bit confusing for some...in the past I have actually seen builds using the drag tunnel ram with one 4 barrel, and the 2 barrel mated with it.......the Ace...........
TimJ Posted September 3, 2015 Posted September 3, 2015 I made a start on mine today. I've decided to use the optional quarter window panels to turn it into a sedan delivery. I'll probably do some panel line scribing on the rear panel to extend the tailgate down to taillight level. I'll be using the single 4 barrel carb with the headers and side pipes.
bismarck Posted September 3, 2015 Posted September 3, 2015 I finally found the perfect shade of 70's green for my build. This thing is gonna SCREAM 70's.... lol
disabled modeler Posted September 3, 2015 Posted September 3, 2015 I finally found the perfect shade of 70's green for my build. This thing is gonna SCREAM 70's.... lol COOL...! You already know how I want to build mine when I can Kevin......my uncles old car but its the earlier body.
bismarck Posted September 3, 2015 Posted September 3, 2015 I think those older body styles of Gremlin looked better because they didn't have those huge billboard bumpers.
disabled modeler Posted September 3, 2015 Posted September 3, 2015 I think those older body styles of Gremlin looked better because they didn't have those huge billboard bumpers.man do I agree with that one...problem is finding the parts to convert mine into the earlier one...think there was a funny car version once that was close. Nice work and ideas guys.
AC Norton Posted September 3, 2015 Posted September 3, 2015 all members working on their GREMLIN should feel free to post pictures in progress here if they wish......the Ace.........
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