Wow I haven't seen this model in a long time. This was the first model I ever owned. I bought it at a yard sale for 75 cents at a yard sale when I was 6rs old in 1993. My oldest brother Leon built it for me, about 6 months before he was killed in a motorcycle accident. He was 26 yrs old. I can still remember when he handed it to me after it was finished. One of the happiest days of my childhood, and has been one of my most valued possessions ever since. I've been building models ever since. This is the only one I've ever seen untill this video. Now that it's been reissued. I'm gonna have to get one so I can build it, and put it next to the one my Brother built. Thanks for the rush down memory lane man. Looking forward to the next video.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Great idea to remember him by! Enjoy!

Lovely looking model and great presentation. Thank you for sharing this with us. It's great to know that this kit is back with us again.

Saw this car run here in southern Ontario and spent some time talking to Tom McEwen, nice guy he even signed my hat as well. I have built this kit twice now ,ended up throwing away the decal for the rear window and masked and painted it instead. Love your build and the kit.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Very cool!

LOOKS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING BROTHER !!!!!! Thank you very very much for sharing your builds and reviews. I know I'm not alone in saying how awesome your channel is and just how much I appreciate EVERY SINGLE REVIEW AND BUILD you do, no matter what the content is. You are very appreciated and PLEASE KEEP EM COMING !!!!!! Everyone keep yourselves and love ones safe and healthy and remember to SMILE it's a HOBBY and it's SUPPOSE TO BE FUN

I like how you used clear red on the fuel line connectors. It looks like anodized aluminum. I love hints like that to help detail a build.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@teddyjones8027

2 жыл бұрын

Hello hope all is well, I just wanted to give you a heads up just in case you aren't aware that Tamiya clear red and clear blue work absolutely amazing for using to look like anodized aluminum. Only about $5 per bottle, easy to clean up mistakes, very durable. Have a great week and keep yourself and love ones safe and healthy.

Nice build. It really looks like the molds have held up well. Thanks for sharing.

It's fun to watch your channel, the best way to see how a kit builds is watching someone else do it first. I tried using Mod podge for my Savino JR monte carlo Glass and it worked perfectly! So long epoxy.

i stumbled onto one of your videos and now im binge watching non stop! i use to build model cars when i was little, its been soo long and you & ur vids inspired me to get back into it and now im super addicted lol awesome vids and keep up the amazing work that you are doing!

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

This came out fantastic. I haven't built a funny car since the 70's.

I enjoy watching your model building, its just so simple, no fuss and the models come out great looking. Kudos

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Another fantastic build I remember getting this kit a long time ago, and the sister kit plum crazy these were so much fun to build thank you for the memories

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them!

Looks very cool! Thanks Chris for another fun build.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Wow what a flashback. I built this kit the early 90’s. They’ve kept very good care of those molds it looks great. They did change 1 thing that I noticed. It was molded in bright red and only needed a clear coat. I even still have some parts of it in my parts box.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info!

Such a cool looking kit you built , I picked up a Revell one a few years ago now , I should really build it , you gave me motivation again 😀

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Go for it!

I built that kit about 20 years ago. It's a good kit. The body fits good and gives that proper funny car rake.

Great looking build Chris. Nice review. Thanks for sharing.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Hahaha, man that’s so true Chris ( that pissing and moaning part) , haha, I’m surprised I didn’t see anybody below doing that or something like that, at least the some of the comments I read down through here didn’t. I think we’re all guilty of doing that sometimes about something, you know? Anyhow, man another good looking one buddy! Fine job!

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I keep a tight leash on the comments to keep them from turning into a whine or complain fest. They can take that stuff elsewhere and hash it out. :)

@hensleyshobbies-doug7761

2 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy - you’re welcome buddy! Haha, I hear ya about the comments, no doubt buddy, no doubt!

In the old days Revell would replace any parts you requested, be it a mold issue or a smeared windshield, I usually asked for a spare decal sheet also, just in case. Revell was awesome, wish they (or anybody) would create a modern day Top Fueler kit.

Probably all, my frame is bent too. I’m gonna try my heat gun. Awesome work as usual!

One of your best.

That came out really nice, definitely that a kit that I want try

That is a bad ass ride

I saw the car running at Maple Grove Raceway in Reading Pennsylvania 1990's I took my Mom and Dad to the track cuz we owned 57 Chevys in Matador Red, I still got the hat and shirt the Tom McEwen sold me, May he Rest In Peace.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Cool!

I love it I got to see the real thing in Indianapolis some time ago beautiful car beautiful kit BE SAFE AND GOD BLESS

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet!

Came Out Chris, Thanks For Sharing n Have a Blessed Wknd Sir.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for coming!

Wow what a blast form the past. This was 1 of the first models I built in the early 90s .. probably around 91 or 92. I remember being so proud of it. Ironicly I actually picked up a complete original Revell kit recently just to put on the shelf. Think I might have to get 1 of these re-releases to build up again.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy!

@MrSkoobii666

2 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy thank you I can't wait to build this again, hopefully my skills are a lot better then when I was 11 or 12

Thanks a pant load Chet. Because of you, I had to order TWO more model for my stash, and will be ordering a third soon. Damn you! LOL

Fantastic job mate👍

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Turned out great! I just bought this kit today. I'll put it together at some point.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Sometimes you can hold a part like that over a candle about 9 inches up. Great job.

@tygrkhat4087

2 жыл бұрын

What about a hair dryer?

Great video, you might want to try Solv-A-set from Walther's, you can get it from a hobby shop that sells model trains. The best stuff I ever used was Champ Decal Decal Solution. It was strong, I swear you could decal over any almost anything. If you ever find a hobby shop that still has any left, buy it all your never regret it.

Fantastic build! I'm sure that rubber was fresh from the Tire Tree... ;-D

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Plucked that morning!

Very nice build! 👏👌👍

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

First glance at the thumbnail I thought, 'Christine' goes drag... 😆. Great build brother.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

the chrome tips are called hood rockets.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

What a beautiful kit. I'm not a fan of funny car kits but this one is really nice. Im going to pick one up!

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

Chris, ive been away for awhile dealing with health issues. Glad you done this one i wanted to see the decals. They put that big block pontiac engine in it again

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Here is a side note for anyone looking for a challenging kit. I had the Dodge Viper R/T 10 (AMT / Ertl 1992) in my stash. It says on the box that it is a skill level 2. I have been working on it for about three weeks - and have not really gotten frustrated with it - but - it seems to be a much more challenging kit than just a level 2. There is a lot of fine detail and a lot of small and fiddly parts. I have been just working a little at a time and it is coming together pretty nice. I don't think it has been re-issued but it can be found sometimes on eBay or some of the other sites that specialize in older kits. Good project for the more advanced builders.

I think that’s the same engine and frame that Revell/Monogram used in all of their funny cars!👍

That bent frame is from the torque twist of that HEMI

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Correct.

Came out good I never did any of the funny car kits good point on the warping issue

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Damn nice build. The work you put into the engine/tranny is exceptional, getting the explosion blanket right is perfect. Ever try toothpaste for minor glass oopsies? Takes a little elbow- i mean knuckle- grease but it's worth it.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Haven't tried to polish out glass yet but if I ham fist another one I may have to try it.

@richiesspeedshop82

2 жыл бұрын

I used scratch X on a kit that was really scratched on the front windshield. It worked perfectly!!!!!

Hey Chris! Try and use Formula 1 Polishing compound next time to polish out any lite glue blemishes! It works!

Near the end when you mention attaching Chrome with SuperGlue, do you apply Future after it has cured to mitigate any "clouding"? Did I understand that correctly?

@shanes3060

2 жыл бұрын

yup, I've done it many times, works good!

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Yup, works well.

Another great build Chris looks good

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

@Stupidfastracing

2 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy yes sir love watching your videos

I have both The Mongoose and The Snake in Mopar from the 60s. May have to check this one out. Do they have “The Snake” out in Chevy/GM?

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

I don't think that's been reissued yet.

Great job and preview on this kit! I have a question. I have been experimenting with Vallejo acrylic paints, mostly brush on. Do I have to use a primer on the plastic first, such as Rustoleum? I can scratch the Vallejo paint off the plastic parts that I painted the previous day. Yes, I wash my parts in mild soap and water first. Tamiya acrylic paints seem to stick better when dried. Please let me know. Build on!!

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

You don't 'need' a primer but as you've discovered they do scuff off easily if you do not use one.

Super cool I’m into anything with slicks , that it’s a 57 Chevy makes it another must have. Be cool Chris 👍🇦🇺

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

That’s a mean looking chev Chris! Awesome video as always bud ☺️👍

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

There's a show called "street outlaws" out there, if you've seen it, there's a yellow '57 chevy in it. That one's a door slammer and has a shorter front end, but you could make a 'sort of' tribute to it with this kit.

I have this model. Started putting the chassi together and almost had it done, and i broke the front axle assembly. Put it away til i can figure out how to make a new front end. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Pin it all with wire and re-glue is my idea.

I hate to bother you but what kind of Mod podge do you use I did not realize there were so many to choose from. I have tried finding alot of your spray paints you use also at home depot to orielys to no prevail? Thank you!

I find using a dehydrator make getting warped chassis back straight easier. Heat, give it a reverse twist by hand and run cold water over it while you hold the reverse twist in.

Swear to the gods I almost bought this today. I bought the "speed wedge" (or something like that) ramp truck and and Bronco "coupe" with trailer and dune buggy. I actually had them hold this til next week lol

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Enjoy it when you get to it!

Chris they are called rockets

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks I'll forget by the time I build the next 57. LOL

Nice to be able to but American made products. Nice kits!

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

They are!

What type of Mod Podge are you using??? I'm trying to read the bottle, but can't quite make it out.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Gloss, since it's 'glass'.

I Have It in My Stash Staring At Me Right Now !!!

@Red-rl1xx

2 жыл бұрын

I just bought it today!

Nice job, how would you weather decals, before or after you weather the body, thanks for vidios

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

I have a video coming up on Weds that will show how I do the very thing you are asking. Good timing!

@slowridemodelcars1687

2 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy great thanks, I’m going to try weathering the old color me gone super stock dragcar

What do you do with the models after you build them? Keep...sell...blow up with M80s?

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Store, give away or display a few.

I did the old skool one when I was a kid that one pushed me to my breaking point and rear tires where one piece on it I got a trick for 2 piece tires get pro line rc car tire glue glue back rubber tire backs on

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

FYI, RC tire glue is just a small bottle of flexible super glue like Gorilla Glue for a big price.

I can see that you like to build things, period. Yes very observant of me I know... But I'm curious. What kind of scale model do you personally like to build the best? I'm only asking because in my youth I only built one car model. I tended to build airplane models when I was young. When I got back into it as an older dude I was surprised by how much I love to build car models. I'm not sure why because I was never into car racing, muscle cars or anything much like that during the 40 year span. Now I find I can't get enough of it. Is this your doing? lol I do suspect as much. Keep up the good work. Your videos are very inspiring. It's a worthy craft, it really is. Very rewarding on a personal level.

Great build, as usual. Love that red. I wonder if a person can replicate that rear tire “wrinkle” on these fat slicks? I’ve seen a lot of model shows. Never saw anybody do it....

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Possibly, a little melting and twisting might work.

👍👍👍👍

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Can the floor shine be used on diecast customs

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Sure

Bummer they didn't mold it in red like the Revell kit. But,nice kit!

niiiice

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@RJDCR

2 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy heyhey Chris , havva great Holiday season....Rock onnn Brother

When I get a kit with warped pieces I try to make it a part of the build's story. This funny car would have a warped frame after I sent her into the wall under acceleration!!

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

A good way to spin the situation!

@Formula2010

2 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy Spin!! I see what you did there!

Was that "liquid cement" applied with the pipette?

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

I don't recall any pipette.

@southpaw5483

2 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy At 40:31 of the video build...

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

@@southpaw5483 Ahhh, yes, that was super glue activator for an instant dry.

@southpaw5483

2 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy perfect, thank you.

It counts the rivets or else it gets the hose again!

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

LOL

This is another excellent build Chris, goes together very nicely 👌. Great tip on straighting the one piece drag chassis with hot and cold water, it works for me every time!

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

43:09 Those pieces are just called hood ornaments.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@haroldhoffmanjr4608

2 жыл бұрын

They're called Hood Rockets or Gun Sights, I own a 57 Chevy and they got them listed in the catalog as Hood Rockets.

Good day to you Sir, About the chassis on this build. Have you ever had a chassis or body that was not reparable? And if so are the manufacturers fair in replacing or working with the builders to get a solution to a manufacturing defect?

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Nope, I've been able to rectify anything I've come across so far. I'm sure if it was missing parts or melted I'd need to replace parts. I think all model companies selling in the US will replace parts if you use their parts request form and provide proof of purchase of a new kit. (meaning they won't replace parts from kits you bought off Ebay, or at garage sales, vintage or out of print kits, etc)

@Thebustedknuckelmodelworks

2 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy Thank you for the reply good info thank you for all your doing.

I had this kit in yellow bitd

Awesome kit . Great work as always . Finish is SOOOO KOOOOOLLLLLLLL .

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch!

Isn't that the same as the Revell "World Fastest 57 Chevy Funny Car"? Are there and "New" parts or tooling?

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

As stated, these are reissues from Atlantis. If the molds need work or parts they do so and then reissue the kits so we can all enjoy them again.

FYI Hood rockets

mine came in all red

Very cool build! Never built one myself but after watching your build I'm thinking that it might be one to get! Thanks for sharing! 👍👍

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

You should!

My frame was twisted also

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Might be an issue with how they are being pulled from the mold at the factory then.

@rwaudby8724

2 жыл бұрын

@@hpiguy could be. I straightened mine the best I could. And still built it. I enjoy building not crying. Lol

Nice job on this one Chris! You certainly put a lot of work into this kit. 👍🏻🚗

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I got a 1/24 T/F Car with a twisted frame I called no. on the instruction paper and they sent me a new frame minus the twist no questions asked. Just saying

Thanks for showing us how you handle minor defects in the model, while you are building it. Neat looking model.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I agree Chris, not every model is perfect. Need to use and build your skills. It is called model building. Not watch the model build itself.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Nice One Chris! I see you used the old clear red and blue over silver for the anodized aluminum look. Have used that one myself many times. Works very well doesn't it! Nice tip to pass along to anyone who's not in the know.... Keep the builds and videos coming! 😉

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I did!

I'm not much of a dragster guy, but I might just pick this one up, outstanding build.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Been building these funny car kits for 30 years. All of the frames are twisted. It's a common problem.

Niiice build

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

It Happppens..!!!

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

😃👍👍👌✌

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I have used those small dollar store candle's for years when warping comes into play. It's a simple fix its just some people out here who likes to cry over a 10 min fix

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, appreciated!

KZread has the old 80's made for TV movie about the Snake and Mongoose. This Chevy was in the movie. I'll watch it again, but I thought that Tom complained a lot about the frame twisting - maybe not. That could show the extreme amount of research that went into this kit. Oh, and Don, The Snake, would always be teasing about all the rivets that popped out of the spoiler EVERY run - again, maybe not. Either way, build the model and watch the movie. Thanks, Chris, for your level of detail and care.

@hpiguy

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!