SMC Members '41 Willys Build

[Rick]

More housekeeping.....don't forget to go back and read my previous post about the Chev. Don, do you think we should create seperate threads?

OK, lets bring the Willys up to date.

BODY
Don is awaiting the arrival of the body. He will do the bodywork, turning it into a period correct pickup, with a removable front and a trick bed.

PREP/PAINT
I'll do the paint prep and if we have a colour choice, have it painted.

CHASSIS/SUSPENSION
Garey has offered to do a chassis, suspension and wheels. He is also involved in building a chassis for the Chev, so we may want to look elsewhere for someone to do this part of the project, depending on how Garey feels. I know Garey is talking about this with Mario so lets see where things go. Anyone else interested in this aspect of the build? REMEMBER, ITS GOT TO BE PERIOD CORRECT.

ENGINE/TRANS
Jeff has this covered.

MISC
We still need volunteers for lettering, wireing, interior and etc.

The Chev already has a good start so thats where our efforts are concentrated right now, but that does not mean that we can't be creating things for this build. Again, thanks to those volunteers who have already signed up, but to all, keep in mind this is a site build so if you can offer something, post it here.

[Don Garrett]

This is going to be an exciting and imformative build....Rick, just one thought from me here on the paint.....I'd prefer that these projects weren't farmed out for paint etc....A pro paint job would be dazzling I'm certain, but I think it would be better for all involved including the forum if we keep the build in house. Sending out parts for chrome or whatever is cool...but this is a Members Build and I'm sure we have a painter as member?

[Rick]

Good point Don. We'll look for a volunteer when we get farther along.

[Old Busted Hotness]

I'm down for lettering. Used to do some sign painting in a previous life. Don't miss doing those Olde English letters freehand

[Willys41]

Okay guys here is some great 60 style Gasser information for that 41 Willys. I hope it will help your vendor parts search and building platform:

TITLE: “ORIGINAL 41 WILLYS PICK UP”

BODY: STEEL BED AND BODY, GLASS REAR FENDERS & ONE PIECE TILT FRONT END

PAINT COLOR: FIRE ENGINE RED

ENGINE: 350 4 BOLT MAIN, 30 OVER, 12.1 FORGED PISTONS, STEEL CRANK, WINDAGE TRAY, APROX. 2,500 MILES ON ENGINE

HEADS: 60s CAMEL HUMP 2.02

CAM: “HOT” SOLID LIFTER

INTAKE: EDELBROCK TORKER

CARB: “BRAND NEW” HOLLEY 750 DUAL FEED DOUBLE PUMP, LESS THEN 100 MILES

IGNITION: HEI WITH MSD COIL AND MSD 6AL BOX

FILTERS: ALL K&N

TRANSMISSION: ALUMINUM 2 SPEED POWER GLIDE

SHIFTER: HURST QUARTER STICK

FRAME: FULLY BOXED

FUEL CELL: 14-GALLON ALUMINUM IN BED

FUEL TANK: 60s POLISHED ALUMINUM IN GRILL “LOOKS ONLY”

RADIATOR: CUSTOM MADE DIPPLE TUBE

COOLING: ELECTRIC FAN

REAR END: 60 OLDS WITH 3.23 GEARS AND EXTRA 3RD MEMBER WITH 5.57 GEARS

AXLES: 31 SPLINE

REAR BRAKES: DISC. 77-79 LINCOLN MARK SERIES 11 ½“ ROTORS “ALL NEW”

FRONT BRAKES: DRUM, EARLY FORD, “ALL NEW”

FRONT AXLE: SOLID DROPPED COMPLETELY GONE THROUGH, KING PINS ETC..

FRONT RIMS: NEW 15X7 AMERICAN MAGS

FRONT TIRES: NEW MICHELIN P195/60R15 XGT H4 HIGH SPEED RADIALS

REAR RIMS: NEW 15X10 AMERICAN MAGS

REAR TIRES: MICKEY THOMPSON 29X12.50-15LT

INTERIOR: ALL BLACK WITH CHROME WINDOW FRAMES

GAUGES: ALL STEWART WARNER

TACH: AUTO METER 10 GRAND MONSTER WITH SHIFT LIGHT

OTHER: DRIVE SHAFT LOOPS: 2

MASSIVE 60S TRACTION BARS

[Willys41]

Here is another cool one l: even more of a 60's look

[Willys41]

I found these of the above car finished.

[hot ford coupe]

Dang, there's all the research right in front of us. Thanks Dave. This is like solid gold.

[Willys41]

Dang, there's all the research right in front of us. Thanks Dave. This is like solid gold.

I will keep looking around and see what I can find. Only a suggestion, The 1/25 scale Willys pick-up from the Hot Rod line of models is real cool and could be use for scaling up the parts to 1/8.

http://cgi.ebay.com/VINTAGE-REVELL-M...QQcmdZViewItem

[Rick]

This is exactly the type of stuff we're looking for. Keep it comming!!

Rick

[Deuces-wild]

Can someone tell me what was posted on page 1? Seems like whenever Mario posts some drawings or pictures, the whole page gets wiped out.:( I can't view that page. I need a real pc.

[Don Garrett]

Guido, you answered your own question.......beg, borrow (please don't steal) a 'puter. I'm not going to trash web TV but it has it's limitations. :(

[Don Garrett]

David, I know you mentioned your plate was full when I asked if you wanted to get involved in this Willys thing and I understand that all too well......but I would like to respond to your previous post and photos...SHAZAAAAAAAM!
The red pickup is totally sweet........but too street and current for this build.
The primered one is in my favorites file and I will be going back to it often as I work on the body......great find buddy, many thanks. So even if you're kicking and screaming you are now officially "involved".;) ;)

[Deuces-wild]

Thanks Don l: .........What's on page 1? :)