1965 Ford Galaxie 427 Jolly Green Gasser Drag Car 1/25 Scale Model Kit Build Review Painting AMT

[@EHCreative]

I'm neck deep back in this hobby after 15 years and i have you to blame... i mean thank! Been having fun!

[@M-WC]

Welcome back to the hobby. Chris got me hooked back into it two years ago after twenty years away! Lol. He does great work.

[@brycewalat5321]

I’ve thought about building this as a moonshine runner. With an opening trunk, it’s a natural choice. Get some 1:24/25 barrels, a keg, or some bottles, stick ‘em in the trunk, mix and match stock and racing parts…and you’ve got a great candidate for hauling white lightning!

[@dday9257]

Green Green I love Green.I had the original kit when it came out in 1965.I built it as a super stock back then.Yea I’m an old guy still building models and still loving it.

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

Yeah I still have the one I built back in the mid 80’s , built it as a Super Stock/Gasser type deal. Course it’s been re-built and re-done a few times, where it’s been moved around and stuff so many times over the years, things got knocked off or broken or something, had no choice but to re-do it!

[@RattleCanShenanigans]

You should make a video where you scrape all that paint out of your booth and then change the filter. I'd love to see that!

[@modelcarjedi]

My booth is almost as bad

[@jimconway3301]

That's very nice .I'm 70 and when i was a kid building models i liked the WWII air planes. And when i hit my teens it was muscle cars. I bought a real Firebird 400 in 1968 because it knocked me out. Love them all.

[@pondababa4197]

I did my first model in 25 years, a 77 Firebird. Turned out great. This is the 2nd kit I bought. I'm in WAY over my head. Overwhelming.

[@hpiguy]

One step at a time, then move on to the next. Don't look at it as a rush or a job. Chill, have fun and step by step it will get done.

[@nickwinkeler2152]

I dont understand why people give model building and watching a great person do what he loves to do, a THUMBS DOWN??!!!! I really enjoy watching his videos and getting new ideas on building models! Keep up the great work!!

[@hpiguy]

I've picked up some very dedicated angry little trolls over the years. We'll keep having fun and they can stay angry in their mom's basements.

[@NitrousDiecast]

I love gasser models!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Same here!!!!!!!

[@toddautobody5102]

I also like gasser model kits

[@chrisclinton5424]

Beautiful build! My first car was Green! 1970 AMC Hornet! Yes, I drove... the Green Hornet!

[@charlescolbert8374]

Once again, Chris shows what a professional is, his technique & eloquence is the best. Great build!

[@hpiguy]

Thanks again!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Super cool, I'm getting that kit to build for sure!!!!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@kaxxaharra]

Hello! Nice model. I’m glad you addressed the hood scoop issue. I have an older version of this kit. I noticed the hood scoop photo on your box has the scoop with the holes facing the windshield. On my kit, the directions and side box photo have the holes facing the front of the car. Thanks, happy builds!

[@donaldfinley2829]

I love the mod podge tip for glass! So much better than clear parts glue. Haven't had so much luck with the gel pens. Not enough dry time? Another great build. Can't wait to get my hands on this one.

[@raphaelhernandez4088]

I'm a mopar guy but I love the 60s galaxy's thanks again!!!

[@conniepowell9309]

I sometimes use thin cardboard glued over unwanted exaughst n paint them as chassis reinforcements. Great work brother!

[@hpiguy]

That's a great idea!

[@justinmyslive4108]

Nice build!!!!!!!! I immensely enjoyed this one Chris. Reminded me of the 66 Galaxy my aunt had when I was a kid only her's was a ragtop. I thought I'd let everyone in on a little tidbit. Back in the day racers and bikers believe painting a racecar or a motorcycle green was bad luck. That's why Kawasaki painted thier race bikes green so nobody on the race track would get close to them (much to the disapproval of the head honchos at Kawasaki) It turned out to be a good decision on thier part as they started winning races left and right

[@maccustoms2295]

That's great it comes in that nice green easy for little ones to have fun with out doing to much painting. Might have to get this one for my son and I to do. Have a great week. Great build as always.

[@shawnkuntz4496]

I must apologise for skipping most the video to get to the end. I couldn't help myself. I just had to see it built! I plan on buying that beautiful kit and I'll watch the entire video before I build mine.

[@johnwilliams7102]

Gassers - coolest class on the strip.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks for coming along for the fun!

[@albertgaspar627]

The spare tire and jack are due to the trunk lid being open. The gas tank goes between the rear axle and trunk depression on a stock car, where the holes are. the headlight covers come from a prior NASCAR version. Racers tend to paint their engines white to easily spot leaks. Good point on the hood scoop, it's really not a scoop but a heat extractor like the original tear drop design found on Thunderbolts. When given a choice of two different colored decals of names for a car, i tend to put them one over the other, staggered, as if one is the shadow of the other--sometimes it works better against the choice of background color for the car (like a light shadow on a decal color close to the shade of the car itself) Nice video--i did one of mine with the stock grill and John Deere Green as well.

[@maryfiltz800]

Really like the green you used for this car. Thanks for a nice build.

[@hpiguy]

Glad you like it!

[@michaelcooke2559]

Nice kit. I love the extra parts. Great job building it.

[@ronroberts2453]

Perfect Gasser build Chris! I love 🥰 this box art and have one on back order . Great presentation as always!!

[@johngrubb1590]

Hunter Green, great choice it's similar to British racing green i like it.👍👍

[@darthgetoffmylawn389]

Your quick builds look better than my one-month builds.

[@hpiguy]

Awe, thanks man! Build for you and enjoy what you make!

[@tygrkhat4087]

Love the hunter green. That's a sweet ride Chris.

[@craigwellsjr3968]

You do great builds and review. I use a lot of your tricks.

[@jonathangodwin9410]

I'm GREEN with envy over the Green Gasser! 😁👍

[@MODELMIND72]

I got to build a version of this kit for the GRAVITY FEED RACING gasser class! You Rocked it!

[@mr.dositmodelcarbuilder9565]

man. you make it look so easy. awesome build, as always. that hunter green 🔥 is my favorite ❤️ color. nicely done. thanks for sharing. till next time. have a great dat. thanks. Mike.

[@almoffat7504]

That’s the kit I was hoping you would do soon I love gassers and you brought this one to life

[@joeshmoe9978]

I like the hunter green that you used. It gives it a modern look, which is cool.

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

I have pretty much that same kit, car on my shelf now, but mine is one that I built 30-35 years ago, it’s amazing to me that I still have the dang thing, I have it and a 65 Chevelle wagon and a 65 El Camino, all which I built close together back then and all Gassers too! Those 3 are the oldest models that I have left, oh I’ve got quite a few other models ( cars) that are almost that old, probably 25-30 years old. Anyways, I definitely want to get one of those Jolly Green Gasser kit, I’ve always wanted to do another one of those Fords. Hmmm....with that trunk cut out, that would make a good candidate for a Pro Street too...? Hmmm......thanks buddy!

[@toddcrabtree1754]

Seeing you build this model makes me want to build it and eat Green Giant green peas and corn !

[@bobrobinson2587]

I always look forward to your videos Chis. Great build sir, keep em coming.

[@hpiguy]

Thanks, will do!

[@normanhumphrey9695]

What a fantastic build, just loved all your creativity and ideas that you used on this build. I'm so excited to get this kit and build it but dont know if i will need two kits so i can do one as a gasser and one as a stock car cause both would work perfect. Going to think on that. Thanks again for the inspiration and ideas.

[@doublenickelbob]

I might have to quit this channel, I'm spending too much money watching. (LOL) As always super build great video.

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

Hahahahaha, ain’t that the truth though!! lol

[@eclipsehorse8693]

is there a 12 step program for model building? LOL srsly, love tis channel, the kit reviews, the tips, techniques, and good folks in the comment section! build on!! :)

[@EricSheppard-g4u]

Nicely built gasses like the colors 😊

[@waynespyker5731]

Reminds me of York US 30 Drag Way in 1965, a black 4 speed A/SS 427 Ford from Manheim Ford in Pennsylvania. I was always impressed by it, pure class, no sponsor billboard lettering, not decaled, just a pure stocker. I think Larry Hammer drove it. Gassers were 55 Chevy's and 40 Willy's! They ran the successful car until the 427 Cobra Jet Mustang appeared. Oil problems hindered the Mustang as the Ford factory teams were the only successful 4 speed Cobra Jets while automatics were very competitive for everyone.

[@Merylstreep1949]

Love the new music, sounds like a copy of Melissa by the Allman brothers

[@jamesbutler5995]

Nice looking gasser another great job Chris!!!!

[@rickr442]

The clear tree has a rare option for thet year Ford, a pair of aerodynamic headlight covers that were developed for legality in NASCAR. Neat kit!

[@diecast_MikeEspo]

SOO KOOOOOLLLL . Awesome kit and build . Top shelf . Mike Espo .

[@joeshmoe9978]

Nowadays, kids would think that a gasser was somebody who farts a lot in crowds. 😲

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

Yeah no doubt!! Hahahahaha

[@shtboxgarage2323]

I'm 16 and I know what a gasser is

[@joeshmoe9978]

@@shtboxgarage2323 👍

[@artoodiitoo]

There is hope!

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

carcrazyalex04 - that’s a good thing!

[@ianjackson7515]

Another superb 'retro' build, great to see so many of these old kits being re-released. May I make a respectful suggestion ? - when applying the Tamiya PLW on the grilles use a (new) small chisel edged brush, you'll cover far more evenly, also give the contents a good stir, not just a shake, that'll also help with evening-out the coverage. Keep up the great work, guys. Very best from New Zealand.

[@hpiguy]

Great suggestion!

[@ronaldhuff635]

i have to get this kit, but i want it to be all original, with my kind of kit bash custom, whis an eye dazzling mild custom like you would see in the old days on saturday night on the strip, beautiful original car, on nice wheels, but a door slammer sleeper, this kit already has one of the most beautiful fords ever made, ( love the body lines) and the 427 is a plus,

[@fsully4252]

Chris every time the wife walks into the room and catches me watching your vids she shakes her head and asks how much is this going to cost 😜. She doesn’t mind though, it keeps me off the streets! Thanks for all the content you provide.

[@hpiguy]

Helping keep marriages together since 2006!

[@clifftrimble2616]

Awesome build!! I really like your interior work!!

[@TI4438]

Just finished this one today.

[@stevevoelker6834]

I feel a Ned Jarrett or Dan Gurney stocker coming on...

[@Dirks_NUMA_Files]

I gotta say I wasn't impressed when I saw this in the store but this review sold me. I'm also not sure I like the green plastic but I think I can get over that. haha

[@rogerwachal3718]

Awesome ,I like how you did the trim on the side . thanks for the tip

[@hpiguy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@kirchnerfarm]

Looks awesome Chris...

[@Merylstreep1949]

The Holy Grail of Amt Re Issues, hopefully they will do a Gto and the Olds 442 Funnycars next along with some more gassers such as the 66 Chevelle and really want a re issue of the Red Alert Chevelle

[@Djmeeple]

Great video. Love that hunter green color. Very cool model.

[@gregorydegross1949]

i like the hunter green color might have to get that kit

[@quickford]

Lots of cool parts in this kit. I think I want to build up a street machine and make the exhaust look like it has cutouts, you know so you get the nice quiet ride until you flip the switch and send the exhaust out the straight pipes! Edit: I commented before the end of the video, looks like you had the same thought!

[@southern_angel]

Nice build as usual I don't like the green plastic but its a nice kit have a mint original hardtop and convertt the last issue was close to the original the interior has the converbul it has the dog legs this kit could be built as a custom stock or Nascar version sweet build as a gasser round 2 needs to keep white plastic it is the modelers choice original box art sells kits i have over 600 original kits been collecting for over 50 years know these kits like the back of my hand keep up the great work cant wait for the next build

[@dwaynewatson4279]

Super build Chris great job love it great colors thank you

[@RJDCR]

I want that....nice one , Rock onnn Chris Robert

[@artoodiitoo]

I always get that beatles song in my head in the parts with the Strawberry Fields paint...

[@hpiguy]

Right!

[@garytillman6683]

Always great. Outstanding builds. And Videos. Lot of builders can learn a lot. TY.👍 10

[@scifimodelshop]

Another great build so enjoy the channel, that poor spray booth needs a power wash

[@redcastle12b31]

Dang bro! That's a beautiful car! Love love love the paint job!

[@charlespalavros6952]

Awesome build ! Like what u did with it ... Love Gassers

[@mauricelynch4134]

Really like the video, nice build really like how you reiterate build it like you want

[@JohnW1711stock]

Cars like this ran in NHRA Super Stock, and or, FX, which was Factory Experimental classes. The engine in this kit is an FE, big block. Nice detail. A 65 Galaxie, like this one, would probably have been an A/FX car, with a 427 High Riser. Could be A/Stock without the hood scoop.Very cool build.

[@davidking8968]

Looks cool,like the gasser look.i enjoyed this build to thanks.

[@lavochkin7]

It's unique that the bulging scoop of the engine hood is not intake but outtake. Same as the boxart . The green headlights are cute.

[@Duececoupe]

That green will only good, if your high as a kite! 😉😆😂 Great build and video kuddo! 👍🏻👌🏻👏🏻

[@davidpayne4315]

Awesome build thinking about grabbing this

[@hpiguy]

Enjoy!

[@spankyham9607]

Check out Uncle Tony's Garage to learn why the hood vents are towards the windshield... has nothing to do with heat. Love the model. Looks totally awesome.

[@kevinmcbride6621]

Nice to see another reissue of what was argueably one of the best AMT annual kits of the 60's. Originally, a converitble was also offerred - would nice to see that one again! Originally this one may have been 4-in-1, with drag & NASCAR options, which may explain some of the roll cage pieces in this kit - not ususual for drag cars of the era. '65 Galaxie gasser? Not likely back in the day, but today, with "run what'cha brung" bracket racing, anything "just for the fun of it" is a candidate - kindo like Chris' modeling philosophy!

[@davidmcgriff2039]

There were a couple of 65s running in B/FX in 65, Mike Schmidt and Bob Glidden both ran one, so not a gasser necessarily, but drag car none the less. Think Some ran the 289 instead of the the big block.

[@samuelvasquez8170]

Another good looking build

[@MrModelworx]

Very cool bud well done as always 😎. I'm very tempted to buy another to build this version

[@hpiguy]

You should!

[@timkitzmiller3141]

Love the videos keep them coming can't wait too see what you build next 👍👍🔥🔥😲🤙

[@ralphwilliams2396]

So sweet my favorite color

[@darthmarrs2687]

Awesome car my man.

[@gerardcaillou5663]

Superbe très belle 🎸 maquettes 👍🏁

[@hpiguy]

Thanks!

[@vincentrusso4514]

This came out great, I want to order one now.

[@timburnette5914]

Great job bro!

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

Awesome build buddy!!

[@hehs3469]

❤❤❤ , "" SWEET "" , ❤❤❤ !!!

[@dagill58]

mmmm.... My first car was a light blue 65 Galaxie. I could just rescribe the door lines and make it a 4 door. Yup,... I can see that happining

[@pitdogluna7636]

Another Great Video!! Thanks!

[@gregorydegross1949]

i remember the jolly green giant commercial

[@migmadmarine]

When this kit came out in '65,it had a stock car racer option. Thus the side dumps,etc

[@markbehr88]

Excellent review

[@hpiguy]

Thank you kindly!

[@ToddHLHG]

Very cool build...love it!

[@micahwatz1148]

Cool Beans

[@harrymitchell48]

Very nice..one of your best

[@donaldcollins8551]

Yeah, good idea for the windshields.

[@hpiguy]

Glad you like them!

[@davidjohnmiller4849]

Very nice job

[@Nazz1967]

Fantastic

[@JohnTaylor-kh1sv]

Do you have a video on how and what you use to clean with before painting ?

[@andrewmcgibbon9785]

Stark Hickey ford is a real dealership here in Detroit

[@ianhillman4007]

Great job. Love the details. 👍🏻🍻🇨🇦

[@hpiguy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@thomasboogie734]

Hiya, I really like your easy- going build style, have picked up some good tips, been subscribed about 6 months. Anyhow, the Jolly Green Gasser? The head and tail- light blanks, those long exhaust pipes, the deep dish steelies, the roll cage and the aircleaner that has the firewall intake? Those parts are for a NASCAR version. I think there's a pair of rear window straps that go with it as well. This kit has always been a FOUR in one- stock, custom, drag and NASCAR stocker.

[@stig800]

Real cool

[@speedfreak9342]

How did you accent the silver gauges on the dashboard? Paint or chrome marker?