Great update. Always interesting to hear how you get around issues.

Sunroof? That's what you did in the 70s. LOL. Engine color? Black, that's what GM painted their replacement engines. Looks like you're having fun. Thanks for sharing.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Alan! I'm glad to know that I'm on the right track with the black engine block! 🙂 As for the sunroof, I'm working on that right now and it is almost gone! 😁

Wow the truck is looking good good luck

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Travis! Feels like we are on the right track!

Nice looking hot rod pick up awesome work 👍🏻 👍🏻

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thanks you!!!😁

I can't wait to see it in color.👍

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Mars! Thanks Bud! Just need to figure out how the color will go.

Good start, looking forward to seeing how this comes out!! 🤙🏼

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Paul!! 😁A little bit different than the usual route of build. But that makes it more fun! 😁

Sounds like you are overcoming the challenges with the build, looking forward to seeing what you do with it.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much Steve! There are a lot of challenges with this particular kit. However, I'm having a good time working on it! 😁

A Taz-Mania and a Star Wars reference in the first thirty seconds of the video, and I zeroed in on *both of them* because I'm an OLD freaking NERD! I'm liking the look of the pickup, sir! Should make for a fine-looking final reveal!

@BGsModelWorkshop

7 ай бұрын

Hi Ajax!! Glad you caught those references!! 😁 I am an old nerd as well! 😁 Feels good to be amongst like minds!!

Nice start, that is pretty cool how the rear axle and exhaust fit. You really explained all the issues with the kit, that is exactly what I recall from building that kit back in the day. It will be neat to see what you do with it.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Kurt! Thank you very much. I wanted folks to know that this kit has a couple issues here and there if you want to try modifying it. However, it's still being a fun build for me and I'm looking forward to having it done here relatively soon! 😁

Glad you got it all straightend out ,and you have done great progress, all the best Martin

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Martin! Sometimes I feel working with plastic is harder than working with diecast.

BG, can't wait to see this build because I know it will be awesome with your detail work.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Greg! I really appreciate that kindness! We're having some challenges with this, but it's still a lot of fun to work on!

Many challenges with this build but I have no doubt you will persevere and overcome them to end up with a beautiful model.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much Peter! I'm really tempted to try and make this as best as I can because I think it might end up making it to Acme next year if at all possible. 😁

You're overcoming, looks good this far. Its gonna be a sharp looking truck. You can do it!

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much John! Stepping out of my comfort zone on a couple of areas for this build feels pretty good!

Your progress on the Chevy pick up looks very good. Take care Bryan

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Tom, thank you very much my friend! A little bit out of my comfort zone on a couple of areas, but it feels good to be challenging myself once again!

Nice to see the squarebody Chevy back on the bench. Just as a guide, the 77-83 or so Chevy engines were painted GM Corporate Blue. But since that's not the original engine and it's a custom, it doesn't matter. Nice upgrades on the kit. Good to see you back. I might be away a bit as I will have a visitor. But it's a good thing.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Rob! I did not know GM did blue engine locks. That's fascinating! Yeah, since it's probably going to be more or less a crate engine, the black sounds like it's going to be the best bet. I hope you enjoy your time with your visitor and we'll see you soon.

Looking good already Bryan, nice work right there. Looking forward for the next update 👍🏼

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you, Karl! I'm definitely being challenged on this kit by the decisions I've made for it. However, I am enjoying it nonetheless! 😁

Nice progress on the pick up, looks good so far. Good job straightening out the warpage issues!

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Jethro, thank you very much my friend! It's been all quite the challenge to try and get that body straightened out. The chassis seems to help a bit. Once we have it glued in place. It seems like it'll fix all the remaining issues. It gets a little tired some having to fix a model before you can build it right?😁

Great video BG. Thanks for the building tips. They are very helpful.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Mike! I'm so glad to hear that those tips can help you out! 🙂

Great update Brian. I would fill the roof. Will be watching what you do. Ron

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Ryan, thanks buddy. I'm doing that right now as a matter of fact!

Oh yeah, im liking where this truck is going. Right up my alley and exactly how i would build it lol. I love my square body chevys. I've built 3 of the Revell 24th scale and have a 4th one stalled. The fourth one is going to be a crew cab. Just need to get a donor kit 👍😎

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Oh wow! You're stretching the cab on that one eh!? That sounds amazing! Thank you very much for the kind words. I really appreciate that. I find that the challenge of taking out the sunroof is putting me to the test! But I'm having fun none the less.

Nice progress , ya glorious bastard. 👍

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much my friend! 😁

Some cool ideas for this truck. Have fun fun buddy.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Rick! Thank you buddy. Hoping to have this one done here for the deadline at the end of the year. However! Jason knows that that's not likely to happen. Lol

Nice project man! That sun roof fill in will surely challenge you for sure. Ilike the idea of spacing the tub with styrene should work. Cool eye with the rear end and exhaust.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Steve! Thanks man. That my buddy! Yeah the roof has been challenging so far but it's starting to look pretty good now!

Nice progress Bryan

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Tom!! 😁

I had this kit as a teenager, would like to have another one since I no longer have the first one.😊

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi John, I know how you feel! I found this one on eBay years ago and had no idea how messed up it was. I would love to get another one of these kits, perhaps in better shape. But, my wallet won't support the prices people are asking for it! I wish you every luck trying to find one for a decent price that's in good shape.

Good looking progress! You've reminded me I should make a video of my entry even though I didn't film the built itself.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! Oh yes please. You should do a video! 😁

Really nice update. Glad you discovered the engine. Lol. It’s all coming together nicely. Roll with the RV skylight. 70s goodness right there. 🤣 looking forward to watching it come together. Have fun is right. Always the end game.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Kyle! Thanks man, appreciate the kind words. My friend! Decided to go ahead and fill in the sunroof, so we're in the middle of that right now.

@kyledehartsscaleworks

8 ай бұрын

@@BGsModelWorkshop oh yeah, saw the Facebook post and I’d say your off to a great start with it. It’ll look better that way anyways.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! 😁

@kyledehartsscaleworks

8 ай бұрын

@@BGsModelWorkshop you’re welcome!

Bryan, someone as young as you might not remember, is sunroof, and T-tops were on almost every truck in the 70s. Lol. Also. Revell rarely did factory stock versions back when this kit was molded. Out of all the model companies, Revell is the one that changed the most over its history.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Rob! Yeah I don't remember much about the early '70s pickup trucks. Mike uncle had a 72 stepside Chevy and I love that thing. This one is a 76. I think. I do recall a lot of the van customizers doing a lot of bubble windows and such like that. It's kind of interesting to know about ravel's history like that. Thank you for sharing!

Decisions, decisions. Looking good 👍

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Exactly! Sometimes the direction of the bill gets stalled because you can't even figure out what color to paint something! 😁

Very cool Sir got a game plan and you’re following through awesome

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hello sir! Exactly, for me. The hardest part is just coming up with that silly old game plan. Once that's established, it's off to the races!

Boy that sure looks like a challenge! I bet it will be awesome when its done though!!

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Jason! Yep, it's a challenge, however, might haven't been challenged in the bill like this for a while so it's been kind of fun! 😁

Excellent start to the build sir :)

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Kenny! Bet of a tough one, but fun nonetheless!

Lookin good Bryan plans sound good I'm sure with your talent you could remove that bench seat and adapt the door pnls to stay fixed in the body

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi bunch! I honestly thought about trying to cut out that bench seat. However, I just don't have the time for the deadline on this one. I do want to try something in the future with perhaps a 3D printed interior.

Nice work so far. Things seem to be coming together. Thanks for sharing.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Michael! I know the deadline is supposed to be January 1st. However, I do want to have this one looking pretty nice for the Acme show in 2024.

@michaelcooke2559

8 ай бұрын

@@BGsModelWorkshop I wouldn’t worry about the deadline, you have bigger plans for the build.

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Good point mate! 😁

Off to a great start, brother 😁✌️

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Steve! I'm finally into working on this one. It's been on the back burner for quite a while.

great video Bryan!

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Cheers Sean! Thank you

Nice update Bryan ❤

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Shawn!!

Revell should have made those 2wd trucks with front coil springs like they were on the street, however since they didn't it's easier imo to lower the front. Sometimes dealing with cutting the coils down or changing the spindle design you run into A-arm headaches

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

100% agree my friend! I mean I could have actually stretched the ax a little bit to do a drop axle in the front or it could have raised the front end to do a gasser front end. It seems like that straight bar front end has a lot more or easier options for modifying it. However, it's not correct in the least for an actual street truck. 😁

Nice update Bryan!! Love that truck! Wish I still had the one I built lol. Looking forward to more...

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Manny! I wish Ravel would repop this exact kit with just modern tires and wheels. Maybe clean up the molds a little bit too perhaps? I've always loved this body style and I'm been a big fan of step signs ever since I was a kid. Wish I had a few more of these in the stash.

@Mannysscalemodeling

8 ай бұрын

Oh yea for sure I wish they would too, that would be cool I remember building that when I was younger too! Love those style and year trucks. Im going to a show Sunday ill keep an eye out if ya want. @@BGsModelWorkshop

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Right on! Good hunting!!

@Mannysscalemodeling

8 ай бұрын

Thanks Bryan, Hoping to find at least 2 lol @@BGsModelWorkshop

I entered the Street Machine GB as well and picked the same kit as you did - sorry about that - I didn't know you were doing this one. While searching for builds of this kit (to see if there were any issues about the kit I need to know about) your video came up. I would check out the HPIGUY build too as he mentions some issues. I built the exact same kit you have in the 1990s (?). I have the reissue which thankfully is molded in white LOL. I still think it will be a fun build. I'm thinking about a resin engine too but a SBC. 👍

@BGsModelWorkshop

25 күн бұрын

Hi Bruce, oh no worries buddy! Go for it!! My kit has loads of issues I wasn't aware of until I get deep into the build. It's still sitting on my "shelf-o-shame" and I plan to get back to it soon.

Hey Brian Charles from Las Vegas I'm jumping into the street machine group build 2 with the revell 70 Dodge Challenger

@BGsModelWorkshop

Ай бұрын

Hi Charles! Awesome bud!!!

Nice choice of wheels. The ones in the kit seem like they are about the size of a dime. I forgot about the interior bucket. I would use clear stock for the sunroof. I'll be watching

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Michael, lol exactly those wheels just seen way too tiny for this truck! I decided to go ahead and fill in the sunroof area so in the middle of working on that right now.

Hey-dar: 👊😎👍 Again, nice tip on that glue, I never used that before. Looks like you have things under control, I sense a LIKE coming 😊 Watch ya later (MODEL CAR😎MAN CAVE)

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Howdy! Thanks for checking in on the build. Much appreciated. Glad that tip came in handy for you. Hope it works out in the future. BG

So your off and running with the truck cool beans ,BG you could smoke the glass top out and make it darker that way but i am sure you thought of that too quite the dilemma .I am sure you will come up with a cool fix enjoyed maybe you need some 🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Deen! I had considered just spraying some tomato spoke inside the sunroof class. But just felt that the bubbliness of it just seemed to, what would be the best way to say it, '70s! 😁 Yes indeed I could use all the cookies I can get my hands on! 🤣

@deenjoan9938

8 ай бұрын

@@BGsModelWorkshop Well Done seams you got this I told you the cookies work here's more 🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪🍪

I had that kit In the 90s

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Leon! You did? How did you like it?

Looks like a lot of work but I'm sure it will turn out great. Thanks

@BGsModelWorkshop

7 ай бұрын

Hi Sam, thanks Bud! Now that Thanksgiving is over, I can focus on the bench again!

Looks like lots of modifications/problem solving going on there Bryan. It looks like you have a good handle on the mods you want to do. Too many decisions! 😄When you said, "What Color? What Color?" for the engine. Gold popped in my head before you said it. How odd? 🤭

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Vince! That must mean that the force is strong with us right? Lol! Lots going on with this one indeed. Definitely challenging my comfort zone on a few areas. However, it does feel good to be challenged once again 🙂

Great progress! The tires and wheels are nice but not as nice as the 3D printed set from the last video!!

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Kelly, thank you buddy! I just had to keep going back and forth with the 3D printed ones or these, and for what I have planned for the truck color scheme wise it just seemed like the torque thrust style wheels would look a little better than the 3D printed ones.

Did you get tips from Chucks dog while masaging the chassis? Lol

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Lol! As a matter of fact I'm a retired massage therapist. Lol 😉

I'm looking forward to what u do w/ that moon roof! I remember back in the late 70's & early 80's, it seemed every vehicle had to have a sun or moon roof!

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you very much! I have decided to delete the sunroof and we're working on that right now, it's a bit of a challenge but still a lot of fun! Definitely out of my comfort zone in this area. I've always wondered why sunroofs and moon roofs were such big deals back in the '70s. It's almost like they just discovered the sky existed or something! 🤣

That is a weird kit. Sorta like the Monogram '55 Ford, only 1/25 scale. But this a Chevy, so I guess it's not really like that... I don't know. Good luck with it!

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Tim! Thanks for the input bud. Glad you're digging the bill. Yeah, the front end on this thing and the chassis in general is just an oddball deal.

Good thing your legs are long. You’ve got a lot of hurdles to jump over 🤣

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Hi Mike, I actually laughed out loud when I read that!! 🤣🤣

pink with purple polka dots lol

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Lol! 🤣🤣🤣

Have a great build. 🛻

@BGsModelWorkshop

8 ай бұрын

Thank you Daniel!!😁