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jjsipes
Joined: 29 Jan 2018 Posts: 304
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Posted: Sat Mar 25, 2023 8:55 pm Post subject: 1966 Fairlane Chassis Question |
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I'm planning some 66 Fairlane builds in the future and trying to collect what will be needed. I wanted to check with those in the know, can I use the Polar Lights Talladega chassis under the AMT 1966 Fairlane body to get an accurate model? Would save some time and work. |
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jh63fan
Joined: 10 Sep 2021 Posts: 365 Location: Tarheel State
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Posted: Sat Mar 25, 2023 9:35 pm Post subject: |
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That is the best way in my opinion. These were leaf spring cars with twin shocks.
The front roll cage hoop around the engine compartment needs to be shortened some as it will hit the back of the grill, the Talladega had an extended nose. If you use the PPP wheels, grind the back hubs down almost flush to bring the wheels in some.
Look for the thread about the 67 Fairlane in this category. Lots of pictures and Dr Craft provided a lot of expert information |
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BVAUGHN
Joined: 29 Jan 2018 Posts: 504
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Posted: Sun Mar 26, 2023 11:05 am Post subject: |
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Terry Barton does the hood and grill in resin that is correct for model. For those that want to use kit chassis, he also does an interior tub that fits.
Bill |
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Firefly
Joined: 28 Jan 2018 Posts: 813 Location: New Jersey
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Posted: Thu Mar 30, 2023 8:33 pm Post subject: |
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The front clip on the PL has a squared-off fabbed look. The Fairlanes would of course have a factory Galaxie front frame. Not a dealbreaker! _________________ Bill Jobson is my real name. |
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