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Post by Guest Mon 08 Sep 2014, 8:01 pm

I started this last week before leaving for California.

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For an old AMT kit that has been bouncing around for years it seems to go together pretty well without any warping issues so far.

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One issue is that of ejection pin marks.  There are several large ones on major pieces that had to be filled.

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It's my intention to build this as a hot rod very similar to the box art.  I am going to see if I can manage to fit it with a 427 though.  As always, comments, suggestions, criticism and friendly  ridicule welcome.

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Post by Guest Tue 09 Sep 2014, 12:31 am

I have always liked that body style and think they make great looking hot rods. Just go for, I'll bet it turns out to be a sweet ride.

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Post by Geezerman Tue 09 Sep 2014, 1:48 am

Love those 'Vickys" !
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Post by john2308 Tue 09 Sep 2014, 2:33 am

A 427 SOHC would be very cool and more power than you would ever need, well may be to out run the cops for what ever reason that would be 1932 Ford Victoria 3887228019
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Post by Sam Tue 09 Sep 2014, 2:39 am

I have built that kit a few times over the years. The chassis is pretty basic but its a nice kit overall.
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Post by Skid Tue 09 Sep 2014, 9:53 am

I love the Vicky and it's on my 'to get' list.

But what's this, a hot rod from Mr CHP???

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Post by Guest Tue 09 Sep 2014, 11:06 am

Yes, a favourite of mine too - built my first about 1962

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Post by Guest Tue 09 Sep 2014, 1:23 pm

Skid wrote:
But what's this, a hot rod from Mr CHP???

He's got some flashing blue lights to stick on hidden away I'll bet 1932 Ford Victoria 1705482731

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Post by Guest Tue 09 Sep 2014, 1:46 pm

Hey guys........While there certainly is no shame in  being called "Mr. CHP", keep in mind I have built some hot rods and lakesters in the past.  1932 Ford Victoria 3887228019 1932 Ford Victoria 3887228019   I'll post a couple of photos later today to support my claim.  The interest in me building a hot rod has increased my interest though.  The Vicky has definitely come up in my priorities.  Got to get it done so I  can get back to CHP cars. 1932 Ford Victoria 524092055 1932 Ford Victoria 524092055 1932 Ford Victoria 524092055 1932 Ford Victoria 524092055

BTW, It's looking like the 427 will not be a comfortable fit so I have decided to go with the OHV kit engine.

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Post by Guest Tue 09 Sep 2014, 3:44 pm

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Post by Guest Tue 09 Sep 2014, 3:57 pm

Nice work John. All those hot rods rock.

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Post by Guest Tue 09 Sep 2014, 4:05 pm

I can see ALL of those being pulled over by the CHP for infringements......nice selection.

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Post by harron68 Tue 09 Sep 2014, 5:10 pm

The blue T I built when it first came out and it's always been a fave. Has it got radiator hoses??! I'll have to dig mine out to see if mine has 'em!

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Post by Guest Tue 09 Sep 2014, 5:11 pm

Ron:  I was a real softy when it came to hot rods.  More than once I pulled one over for something and ended up at a coffee stop with the owner talking cars.  Made a couple of lasting friends in the process. In fact one of them became a CHP officer.


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Post by Guest Tue 09 Sep 2014, 5:14 pm

harron68 wrote:The blue T I built when it first came out and it's always been a fave.  Has it got radiator hoses??!  I'll have to dig mine out to see if mine has 'em!  

Damn!!! The lower is still there, but it looks like the carpet monster got the upper at some time. Got to put a new one in place. Thanks for noticing.

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Post by Guest Tue 09 Sep 2014, 7:00 pm

It's been a long time since I was pulled by the police John,
but years back I was often stopped because of my modified cars,
just so they could get a closer look
- then sent on my way, usually with "and get that exhaust fixed" !

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Post by Guest Fri 12 Sep 2014, 2:25 am

Made some progress on the Vicky over the past few days, most noticibly the body paint.

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I'll have more to post over the weekend. This post is mainly to convince Dave from Pleasanton and Shay that I can too build shiny. 1932 Ford Victoria 524092055 1932 Ford Victoria 524092055 1932 Ford Victoria 524092055

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Post by Skid Fri 12 Sep 2014, 9:09 am

The Plum Crazy looks just like it did on Skype John and the fabric on the roof looks good too.

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Post by Guest Fri 12 Sep 2014, 12:57 pm

That is a very nice colour combo.

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Post by Guest Fri 12 Sep 2014, 3:56 pm

Different and pleasing. Nice work John.

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Post by Geezerman Sat 13 Sep 2014, 10:29 am

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Post by Guest Sat 13 Sep 2014, 5:22 pm

Made some progress on the chassis and the engine over the past day or so. I didn't care for the kit wheels and tires, particularly the tires. For that reason I substituted wheels and tires out of my parts box: I believe they are out of the 1934 Revell Ford Coupe kit. The wheels fit well, but the wheel back had to be modified which added to the time involved. I had originally thought of substituting a 427 for the kit engine, but the installation would require extensive modification to both the chassis and the engine. I just was not willing to invest the time or effort.

Anyway, here is the latest.

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Next is the interior, exhaust and the detail parts. Thanks for the support you guys give.

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Post by Skid Sat 13 Sep 2014, 6:05 pm

Good call on the wheels John. I like the baby Moons. How about doing the wheel centres to match the body colour?

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Post by dublin boy Sat 13 Sep 2014, 8:31 pm

Yep. I'd go along with that too.
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Post by Geezerman Sun 14 Sep 2014, 12:17 pm

Well, ok !
I'm not a fan of GAUDY. This body/fender combo is pretty gaudy.
I know. Hot rod and stuff.
Personally IMHO, this 'lil Vicky is such a neat body style, it deserves some respect.
Painting the center of the hubcaps will throw it over the edge of tackiness.
Saying that, it's your model and I respect that.

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