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Title: (FINISHED) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 5/9
Post by: Bob P. on March 21, 2020, 05:58:03 PM: I'm attempting to build a replica of the Boop's Aluminum castings, number 1 driven by Lynn Paxton.
This was a Lloyd chassis with a big block under the hood. Greg Holland is working on the decals.

(https://images15.fotki.com/v1669/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_FB_IMG_1582632891981-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-fb-img.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

(https://images44.fotki.com/v1644/photos/4/3814514/16245574/FB_IMG_1582591170560-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/fb-img-1582591170560.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Changing a Gambler chassis to a Lloyd chassis with a big block. Front roll cage replaced with plastic coated wire.

(https://images12.fotki.com/v1226/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200320_142836-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200320.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Rear roll cage hoop replaced.

(https://images12.fotki.com/v1226/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200320_153002-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200321.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Old roll cage braces cut out.

(https://images52.fotki.com/v1639/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200320_153037-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200322.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Roll cage complete to look like the Lloyd chassis.

(https://images49.fotki.com/v120/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200320_163514-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200323.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Front frame rails need to be lowered to accommodate the big block.

(https://images51.fotki.com/v731/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200320_173134-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200325.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Frame rails lowered, chassis modifications complete.

(https://images54.fotki.com/v1224/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200321_120218-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200326.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Thanks for following along with this build.

Bob
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car
Post by: TarheelRick on March 22, 2020, 06:47:09 AM: Never really followed the Sprints, down here it was all full-fendered racing. Truly enjoy watching these builds come together and learning of the differences in chassis design. The differences may be subtle or very noticeable; either way they were important changes. Looking forward to updates.
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car
Post by: TonyK on March 22, 2020, 08:00:11 AM: Wow, you really know your sprint cars. And you have the talent to create what you know. I enjoy watching your progress.
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car
Post by: Greg Birky on March 22, 2020, 12:02:10 PM: Cool build, Bob! Can’t wait to see the big block in place!🏁🏁🏁
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car
Post by: dirtmodwrench on March 22, 2020, 05:53:25 PM: Awesome subject matter. I'll be watching this one come together and taking notes.
Title: UPDATE 3/27 (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car
Post by: Bob P. on March 27, 2020, 12:18:46 PM: Here's a small update:

I believe all the chassis modifications are finished.

(https://images42.fotki.com/v1257/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200324_095748-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200327.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

I used a hood from Big Donkey resin.
I had to add the extension down the side of the hood and widen the front of the hood.

(https://images12.fotki.com/v1667/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200324_100146-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200328.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

(https://images40.fotki.com/v1668/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200324_100155-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200329.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

I used the kit wing. I inserted a wedge in the wing to flaten the top of the wing.
I removed a little material from the rear of the wing to shorten it slightly.

(https://images15.fotki.com/v1669/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200326_112349-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200330.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

I used the left wing panel from the kit with no modifications.
I shortened the height of the right wing panel.

(https://images34.fotki.com/v1522/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200326_112603-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200331.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Bob
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 3/27
Post by: BobD on March 28, 2020, 12:44:52 PM: Wow! Looks great Bob! I love the intricate detail on your models - keep it up!
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 3/27
Post by: Gary Davis on March 28, 2020, 04:10:09 PM: This is really looking good Bob. I also used the Gambler chassis as a base to build my cousin's 410. His chassis was a J&J.
(https://images43.fotki.com/v249/photos/7/2502057/13127943/roller2005-vi.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Gary-Davis/family-car-builds/todds-2-410-sprintcar/chassis/roller2-005.html)
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 3/27
Post by: Bob P. on March 28, 2020, 07:47:38 PM: Very nice build Gary.
For as old as those kits are, they still make a fairly nice sprint car build.

Bob
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 3/27
Post by: Gary Davis on March 30, 2020, 03:30:56 PM: Hey Bob...Thanks for the comp. Man....that Sprintcar your doing is really cool looking. I really like the paint scheme on it. I'd forgotten how small the right side wing panels were back then. They're not that small nowadays..! LOL
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 3/27
Post by: Bob P. on April 07, 2020, 06:48:11 PM: Small update 4/7/20

Engine wired and ready to go in the car. Fuel injection and valve covers from Big Donkey resin.

(https://images45.fotki.com/v1200/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200407_192839-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200410.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Seat from Big Donkey Resin, I think its a Grat King seat. I modified it slightly to fit better.
Seat belts made from surgical tape and seat belt hardware.

(https://images20.fotki.com/v207/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200407_191956-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200408.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Seat positioned in the frame for fitting purposes.

(https://images45.fotki.com/v1636/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200407_192721-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200409.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

This ones coming a little slow, I'm working on a 1/18th scale sprint at the same time.

Bob
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/7
Post by: Dirtman on April 08, 2020, 07:14:07 AM: Man, your detail stuff kills me! This thing is killer!

Rett
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/7
Post by: Gary Davis on April 08, 2020, 12:58:08 PM: Man Bob...this is really looking good. The harness sure looks real...
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/7
Post by: Marty W on April 08, 2020, 06:35:43 PM: I can tell this is going to be another good one!
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/7
Post by: Bob P. on April 09, 2020, 06:07:55 PM: Thanks for all the comments, I'll keep posting updates.
My 1/18th scale sprint is 99% finished, so I can get back on this one again.
I'll post the 1/18th scale when it's 100% finished.

Bob
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/14
Post by: Bob P. on April 14, 2020, 12:31:22 PM: Another small update:

I got the dash in the car and wing braces on the top wing.
I also added a couple more cage braces.

(https://images12.fotki.com/v1667/photos/4/3814514/16245574/20200414_123804-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/20200414-123804.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

(https://images40.fotki.com/v719/photos/4/3814514/16245574/20200414_123845-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/20200414-123845.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Bob
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/7
Post by: Gary Davis on April 14, 2020, 02:13:22 PM: This is really looking good Bob. What did you use for the gauge bezels? Those gauges look great.
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/7
Post by: Bob P. on April 14, 2020, 04:38:25 PM: Hi Gary,

The gauge decals are from Greg Holland.
The bezels are small round chrome looking circles, I found in the craft department at Walmart.
There are about three different diameters in the pack. The small ones fit Temp and Oil pressure gauges. The larger one fits the Tachometer, if I use one. I sent the circles to Greg Holland and he made gauge decals to match the sizes.

I apply the decals first. Then when dry, I apply the circle using Future. When the Future is dry I put a puddle of Future on top of the decal inside the circle. I have never had any fall off.

Bob
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/7
Post by: john2 on April 14, 2020, 04:56:19 PM: Very nice, Bob. Way beyond me.
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/7
Post by: Gary Davis on April 15, 2020, 03:25:06 PM: Thank you for the Info Bob. I've been cutting the Bezels from Aluminum tubing. It works fairly well but... It can be a little challenging getting them the same thickness. I try to get them at least 1/2" thick (scale inches...1/2 mm). The next time we go to wally world...I'll definitely hit the Craft Dept. Thanks again bob...
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/18
Post by: Bob P. on April 18, 2020, 11:18:30 AM: Another small update:

I have the upholstered seat finished.
I bent a thin piece of aluminum for the fuel cap cover area.
The snaps are silver paint applied with a toothpick.

(https://images15.fotki.com/v1669/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200418_1127321-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200418.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

(https://images44.fotki.com/v447/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200418_113128-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200419.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Bob
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/18
Post by: Fordguy01 on April 18, 2020, 11:40:48 PM: Can't wait to see this one completed your detail is super and also What kit did the big block come from?

Al
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/18
Post by: Bob P. on April 19, 2020, 05:02:22 PM: The big block engine is out of a Tobias modified kit.
The valve covers and fuel injection are from Big Donkey Resin.
I have the engine in the build now, but I should have lowered the front frame rails a little more. It still looks OK.
Pictures a little later.

Bob
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/27
Post by: Bob P. on April 27, 2020, 11:53:34 AM: Small update, decals next and final assembly.

Red stripe is red vinyl tape

(https://images41.fotki.com/v1397/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200427_112000-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200427.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

(https://images43.fotki.com/v1218/photos/4/3814514/16245574/thumbnail_20200427_112016-th.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200428.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Thanks for looking.

Bob
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/27
Post by: Gary Davis on April 27, 2020, 04:41:01 PM: Man Bob...this really looks GOOD. That paint scheme is one of my favorites...Blue/ white w/ red pin stripe. It' a very clean paint scheme. Great job!!
Title: Re: (ON TH BENCH) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 4/27
Post by: Hondo on April 27, 2020, 09:53:33 PM: Looking good, Bob.
Keep after it !
Title: (FINISHED) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 5/9
Post by: Bob P. on May 09, 2020, 04:36:38 PM: Finished Build
I hope you enjoyed following along with this build from start to finish.

Pictures below.

Another great set of decals by Greg Holland.

(https://media.fotki.com/2v2HB42VnxALfc4.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200513.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

(https://media.fotki.com/2v2HB42mgxALfc4.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200511.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

(https://media.fotki.com/2v2HB42CFxALfc4.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200514.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

(https://media.fotki.com/2v2HB42DyxALfc4.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200509.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Bob
Title: Re: (FINISHED) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 5/9
Post by: BobD on May 09, 2020, 05:17:10 PM: That is one SUPER Sprint Car Bob! Fantastic job!
Title: Re: (FINISHED) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 5/9
Post by: dirtmodwrench on May 09, 2020, 08:35:28 PM: Bob - Awesome job on this one! Really like your modifications to make this look like a Lloyd car. Decals look great too.
Title: Re: (FINISHED) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 5/9
Post by: sentsat71 on May 10, 2020, 07:23:14 AM: WOW!!!

What a GREAT replica!!!

FANTASTIC workmanship!!!
Title: Re: (FINISHED) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 5/9
Post by: Hondo on May 10, 2020, 07:38:17 AM: Really nice, Bob.
Lots of detail and effort.
I like it a lot.
Title: Re: (FINISHED) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 5/9
Post by: Dirtman on May 10, 2020, 07:43:22 AM: It doesn't get much better than this! Great looking car!

Rett
Title: Re: (FINISHED) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 5/9
Post by: RandB11 on May 10, 2020, 10:12:25 AM: Outstanding build Bob! Love all the detailing,beautiful!!
Rick :)
Title: Re: (FINISHED) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 5/9
Post by: Gary Davis on May 10, 2020, 01:32:14 PM: Great job on this replica Bob! Did you fab that hood? It looks like a Stanton type.

Man...I just went back and re-read your post on the hood....Question answered...LOL
Title: Re: (FINISHED) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 5/9
Post by: Bob P. on May 11, 2020, 02:37:36 PM: Thanks again all for following along on this build. Thanks for the nice comments.

I only had one part left over in my parts bin when finished.
It's installed now, the overflow tank for the rear end.

(https://media.fotki.com/2v2HBWzLhxALfc4.jpg) (https://public.fotki.com/Bob-P/lynn-paxton-boops-1/thumbnail-20200515.html)Hosted on Fotki (https://www.fotki.com)

Bob
Title: Re: (FINISHED) Lynn Paxton #1 Big block sprint car (UPDATE) 5/9
Post by: ARCA Guy on May 13, 2020, 02:33:40 PM: I love your work Bob - another gem! Great patience on that one.