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T‑Bucket Perfection at 1:5 scale
Hot rod classicScale redefined
The time has finally come: After an intensive development phase, we are kicking off our latest project – a true-to-original replica of a Ford T23 Bucket at 1:5 scale.
In close cooperation with California Custom Roadsters in Los Angeles, a model was created that is based on the original plans of the legendary hot rod and has been implemented authentically down to the smallest detail.
We also consistently rely on real automotive engineering when it comes to materials and manufacturing methods: The frame is made from steel square-section tubes, axle carriers and wheel suspensions are welded, and the body is produced using classic GRP construction. The result is an exceptional model with authentic character, maximum attention to detail, and the unmistakably purist look of a real T-Bucket.
| Model: | SM15 T-Bucket |
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| Price: | Coming Soon |
| Length: | 685 mm |
| Width: | 405 mm |
| Height: | 290 mm |
| Engine: | V8 small-block OHV 44 cc |
| Transmission: | 3-speed manual transmission |
| Weight: | Coming Soon |
In the following report, we will present the manufacturing and construction of our T-Bucket in detail. This gives you the opportunity to follow every step in the creation of our model and gain exciting insights into the vehicle’s technical details. Our report will be published in several sections documenting the progress of the build. So if you are interested, simply follow our posts regularly and stay up to date.
The Frame
The construction of our T-Bucket begins, like any car, with the frame. It consists of carefully prepared square-section tubes that are cut and welded to scale according to the original plans. When it came to the question of how to weld something this small to a high standard and true to the original, we turned to Lampert Werktechnik and decided to purchase a PUK U5 welding unit. I have to say, this device is simply great fun!
The Engine
The ScaleMonkey T-Bucket was developed specifically for the Cison V8 OHV engine. We chose this engine because it is currently one of the most realistic and powerful engines on the market at this scale. The compact 8-cylinder 4-stroke engine is inspired by the 440 Chevrolet V8 and features 44 cc displacement with approx. 4.8 hp. This is more than sufficient for our project to create a realistic hot rod.
For the T-Bucket’s engine, we naturally designed matching accessories and produced them with precise craftsmanship. This includes a custom-designed air cleaner in the distinctive gasser style. This air filter features a high-performance filter element that hardly restricts airflow, ensuring optimal engine performance. For cooling, a brass water radiator was developed, featuring 26 tubes with a total length of 1.8 m. With this radiator and the radiator mounted on the engine, operation of around 10 minutes at average RPM is possible.
A real eye-catcher is the side-pipe exhaust system designed by ScaleMonkey. The eight header pipes are all nearly the same length and lead into an elegant side pipe. This achieves the same back pressure and resonance for each cylinder, producing a powerful V8 sound for a model engine.
To be continued...
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