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Post by thirdgearspeedshop on Jan 11, 2021 8:47:28 GMT -5
This project has been floating around in my head for a while, so I thought I would give it a shot. The inspiration comes from the Harry Luzader 32 coupe that competed in the gas class in the 60s. This will be my first time building a 32 with fenders! Mine will not be a replica but a similar build based on the mid 60s design aesthetic and tech. My goal with this one is to not get in the weeds regarding detail and focus on the fit and finish, keeping the scratch built items to a minimum.   I have collected parts and here is whit I have so far: Body: Revell 32 5 window coupe Engine: Revell 57 Ford Y block with fenderwell headers, Edelbrock valve covers, 2 4brl carbs with air cleaners from the Hemi in Revell 32 kit Rear tires: AMT Racemaster slicks with Halibrand kidney bean mags Front tires: AMT front tires from the 41 Willys with Halibrand kidney bean mags Front suspension: chrome tubular axle from Revell 32 kit (will be modified), split wishbones from the Revell 29 roadster Rear Suspension: Ford 9" rear from Revell 32 kit, air bags removed and coil springs attached, long ladder bars from Revell 41 Willys SW&C gasser Misc: moon tank, seats from the Revell 41 Willys, gas pedal from AMT 41 Willys,  The first order of business (and one of the primary features I wanted to highlight) was to get the headers through the fenders. I love the look of the headers tucked up under the front fender behind the front wheels. I cut both fenders and test fit the headers before attaching the fenders to the frame. I got lucky with the Y block motor mounts lining up with the 32 frame without having to create my own. (not accurate, but I'm trying to keep the scratch building at a minimum)    Next up was the rear end. I'm using the Ford 9" rear from the kit, but the air bags had to go. I found some coil springs in the Ala-Kart kit that gave me the extra height I needed for the larger slicks. The coil springs would have been mounted behind the rear axle but agin, I'm trying to keep it simple.  |
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Post by Dennis on Jan 11, 2021 9:29:23 GMT -5
Oh hell yes! This is gonna be good!!
Love the way you fit the headers and how you sculpted the cut outs in the fenders with radius’d corners. Also, putting coil springs directly above the axle was done quite a bit back in the day so that will be legit. You would probably want a panhard bar, though.
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Post by Duane on Jan 11, 2021 9:45:50 GMT -5
looks good Travis; build on !
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Post by 41chevy on Jan 11, 2021 11:52:46 GMT -5
Going to be a slick build. Nice to see a Y block too. I agree with the panhard bar. Can't wait to see more progress. Paul
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Post by superflekmoonbird on Jan 11, 2021 12:16:10 GMT -5
looking good.
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Post by thirdgearspeedshop on Jan 12, 2021 11:43:11 GMT -5
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Post by Duane on Jan 12, 2021 12:48:20 GMT -5
Travis; your '32 is going to grow a houmonugus set of brass !
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Post by thirdgearspeedshop on Jan 12, 2021 14:34:27 GMT -5
Travis; your '32 is going to grow a houmonugus set of brass ! If you are referring to the military term for awards, then...probably not. I appreciate the kind words though. If it starts growing anything else, I will be very concerned.  |
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Post by Duane on Jan 12, 2021 22:36:56 GMT -5
Travis, don't worry, this brass, will be some excellent brass !
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Post by skip on Jan 13, 2021 0:13:41 GMT -5
Very Kool! I could tell the Harry Luzader '32-5W right off, that's one of the most classic Deuce Coupes Ever! I think I've read so many articles and looked at so many pictures of this car that I really don't need to see the color, name on the door or Harry Luzader's name on the title, it's such a 'One of a Kind" among a whole lot of look-a-likes that when you see it, you immediately recognize it!
The "Y" block engine is a great choice, I'm not so much of a stickler about the Ford in a Ford thing, because that's not how it was for the most part. It was the better body, Ford and the most plentiful horsepower for the buck, Chevrolet Small block. However, Ford's first little small block found its way into quite a few early Hot Rods as well. In the weeds or in the sky, this Little Deuce Coupe is going to Rock Their Sox Right Off!
I can't see really close up on how you did your header cutouts through the front fenders. So my only comment is meant to be really generic, not criticism, think hint. Before you put some paint on the fenders remember to thin down the edges of the cut outs, nothing looks weirder than, a thick plastic fender or hood where there is a cut out! (Spoken rather guiltilly!! LoL!!)
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Post by thirdgearspeedshop on Jan 13, 2021 8:49:36 GMT -5
Very Kool! I could tell the Harry Luzader '32-5W right off, that's one of the most classic Deuce Coupes Ever! I think I've read so many articles and looked at so many pictures of this car that I really don't need to see the color, name on the door or Harry Luzader's name on the title, it's such a 'One of a Kind" among a whole lot of look-a-likes that when you see it, you immediately recognize it! The "Y" block engine is a great choice, I'm not so much of a stickler about the Ford in a Ford thing, because that's not how it was for the most part. It was the better body, Ford and the most plentiful horsepower for the buck, Chevrolet Small block. However, Ford's first little small block found its way into quite a few early Hot Rods as well. In the weeds or in the sky, this Little Deuce Coupe is going to Rock Their Sox Right Off! I can't see really close up on how you did your header cutouts through the front fenders. So my only comment is meant to be really generic, not criticism, think hint. Before you put some paint on the fenders remember to thin down the edges of the cut outs, nothing looks weirder than, a thick plastic fender or hood where there is a cut out! (Spoken rather guiltilly!! LoL!!) Thanks Skip, In reality, I'm not sure how competitive the Y block would have been in 65, but the goal for this little show n' go duece is to make it look cool. Thanks for the heads-up reminder regarding the cut outs. I plan to bevel sand the edges before paint to hide the thick molded plastic. |
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Post by thirdgearspeedshop on Jan 14, 2021 9:44:20 GMT -5
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Post by Dennis on Jan 14, 2021 10:22:53 GMT -5
Looking good. Nice repurposing to create the panhard. I dunno, I’d be inclined to leave those ladder bars long like I did on my ‘28 Altered Sedan. They’re part of the 60’s charm, haha!
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Post by thirdgearspeedshop on Jan 14, 2021 10:33:38 GMT -5
Looking good. Nice repurposing to create the panhard. I dunno, I’d be inclined to leave those ladder bars long like I did on my ‘28 Altered Sedan. They’re part of the 60’s charm, haha! Oh, they will be plenty long. I just need to remove maybe 5 scale inches to line up with the split wishbone brackets. I was reading the 1965 rule book and it said the ladder bars couldn't be longer than half the wheelbase, which these clearly are. I'm not counting rivets here but I thought that was an interesting rule. Maybe the higher supercharged gas classes could have longer bars. |
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Post by thirdgearspeedshop on Jan 15, 2021 8:35:14 GMT -5
With the rear somewhat sorted, I'm turning my attention to the front end. I need help deciding on the front brake choice. The modified 40 brake on the left, or the more modern disc option on the right. I'm leaning toward the discs despite their more modern appearance. There really isn't a drum on the 40 to be convincing as drum brakes. The front wheel backs will be highly visible, so I'd like for them to look correct.  |
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