Here's a few tips to help build a nice AMT 55 Nomad.

[@MikeGebbia-h9q]

Thanks for the issues on the nomad. I plan to build mine soon. Some a.m.t kits have tooling issues ,but it's a great hobby .

[@jameswornica803]

Im building a custom 55 Nomad myself. Thanks for your help. I also have one that I saved from the trash bin .

[@lancerevell5979]

I have this kit in my stash to be built soon. So, I am paying attention to any problems, solutions and tips you have. 😎👍

[@donsgarage684]

Have fun!

[@bobyoung1698]

Nice trick with the metal axles.👍

[@donsgarage684]

Thanks 👍

[@charleseshenbaugh4651]

Thanks for the tips Don, love these Nomad kits. I just finished one and have two more in paint.

[@donsgarage684]

Right on!

[@mhenderson1000]

Don, I feel you on those radiator hoses .. I forget them also.. I love both builds.. The primered one would be a great 2 Lane Blacktop recreation

[@tomkendall4079]

Don, Thanks for the tips! It will help build a much nicer looking model once the time comes. Always helpful!

[@donsgarage684]

You're welcome Tom 😊 I'm glad you found something useful here on my channel. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@TomHKruse]

This was worth a second watch. So many good tips, glad the catalog is up for reference.

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you for taking a second look at this video. Take care my friend and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@Bigskyguy56]

Don, a great video on making the 55 Nomad better. Thanks for the tips. Enjoy. Rick

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you very much for watching 😊

[@chuckjorgensenjr4095]

I tried the bright chrome BMF and I didn't care for it myself. Thanks for the tips on this kit I tried to build this model a couple decades ago. LOL If I remember correctly, I never finished it and then took what was left to a swap meet. I picked up another one recently and plan to try it again. your advice should help out a lot. Thank you!

[@donsgarage684]

Glad I could help!

[@johnberry2366]

Nice looking 55. They both look good.

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you John 😊

[@Bob0sModelFabWorx]

This is the best example of why to test fit EVERYTHING. Thanks.

[@donsgarage684]

You're welcome Bob. That's one of the main reasons I started this channel back up. I've learned a few things over the years building models and I feel I need to give back to this hobby as much as possible. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎 P.S I'm no expert, but I have figured out a few things 😉

[@Bob0sModelFabWorx]

@@donsgarage684. I worked in a body shop that did custom paint work. What you showed here is the EXACT same way I was trained to do paint jobs. And the way I do my models. Keep up the good work.

[@donsgarage684]

@@Bob0sModelFabWorx thank you for the kind words. I'm going to keep pluggin away with these videos and building for as long as possible. I'm looking forward to seeing where this goes. 👍👌

[@MileHighScaleModeler]

Always appreciate videos like these that talk about the trials and tribulations of a specific kit and how to correct those issues s these are videos I really enjoy as they are descriptive and in detail.

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment on my video. I'll be doing other videos like this one soon. Stay tuned for more model car shenanigans 😉 Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@michaelhintzmikesminiature1812]

I like your green one. Nice insight to the kit. Thanks for sharing

[@rickygarvin145]

Thanks for all the really good tips guy. I just picked up two nomads myself. I do want to build the first one as a gasser. I will take your tips to heart. Thanks again.

[@donsgarage684]

You're welcome Ricky. Thank you for stopping by the shop and checking things out. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@jcsgaragejohnc.5027]

Excellent tips on fixing certain problems on this type of model. Good job on explaining the procedures on how to fix the issues.

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you for the kind words and for taking the time to watch my video. Stay tuned for more model car shenanigans coming soon 😉 Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@keithnorton4404]

Thank you for the video. I just picked up the AMT Nomad kit that I plan to do with a '55 Chevy Gasser kit that I already have.

[@donsgarage684]

Good choice! Good luck with your project and if there's anything I can help you out with just email me your questions. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@vancekilgore3554]

thank you from another Alabama boy, I plan to order the sedan kit soon and I have always had the same issue with previous nomads and sedans. I subscribed and I will be following you from now on.

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you very much Vance 😊

[@frankmilavec3063]

Thanksw for the great tips. I'm building the 1/16th version as a gasser just to be different! LOL! I'll also be building the 1/25th version soon. Frank

[@michaelcooke2559]

Good video with some great tips. Thanks for sharing.

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you Michael for taking the time to watch and comment on my video. You're welcome and I hope you got some useful info from these videos. Stay tuned for more model car shenanigans 🤪 😜 Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@kingranch1962]

Great tutorial, I am currently working on this particular kit.

[@modelcar1589]

Nice update good info thank you 👍🏿

[@dongordon4464]

finally watched this one just now building mine stock I'm taking notes thankyou

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you Don 😊 I hope you find some useful tips in this video. If there's anything I can help you with anything shoot me an email. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@robertmann7277]

I like cutting the axle, that way your garranteed they will fit into the wheels

[@modelspeedshop]

Nice tip on those axles.👍

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment on my video. I'm glad you got some useful info from this video. Stay tuned for more model car shenanigans 🤪 😜 Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@lancerevell5979]

My problem with the wire axles is they are often too long. On three different kits I have had to shorten them a bit, maybe 1/8 inch.

[@raymondblasee1048]

Thank you for This video, I appreciate the tips since I have a couple of those kits unbuilt still. I really like the subtle flaring of the wheelwells makes the car look so much better. Nice selection of wheels

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you for the kind words and for taking the time to watch my videos. I'm just tryin to help my fellow modelers out when I can. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@ledheadkustomplastic3442]

NICE JOB BROTHER, Lots of good stuff, I'VE got a love Hate relationship with AMT because of the things that you have been pointing out.. But I can remember when REVELL was making crap kits also.. They all have stepped up their game except for the ROUND 2 repops that still sucks, but we have the knowledge and equipment to fix things now....😎👍

[@donsgarage684]

Yes sir we do

[@Enigma-Sapiens]

Great video and tips, thank you, Don!

[@donsgarage684]

You're welcome Enigma Sapiens. Please stay tuned for more videos coming soon. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@GavinSteele05]

Just got this kit today. I shouldve got a couple more kits but hes usually always selling them outside of his house during this time of year. Its my first car kit ever, pretty excited to give it a try 👌

[@donsgarage684]

Very cool! Good luck with your project and if I can help you out in any way just email me. My email address is in the about section of my channel. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@GavinSteele05]

@@donsgarage684 Thank you very much man. If I run into any problems i'll make sure to ler you know

[@doozersmodels3193]

Great insite…. I am doing one of these light custom pulling a gasser long term project…. Build on 👍

[@donsgarage684]

Awesome, I just went over to your channel and subbed you. Actually, I thought I had already subbed your channel 🙃 😅 😳 This is my main focus with my channel. I've come across many different issues with just about every kit I've built or at least started. LOL!! If I figure out a way to solve the issue I'm going to share my perspective on it with whoever watches my channel. I'm just tryin to give back to the hobby as much as I can. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment on my video. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@brianlewis6926]

What i noticed about these kits is i think about 1986 they stop putting the back to the rear seat in the kits

[@modelspeedshop]

Wow👀 Awesome Gassers! 👍

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you Mike for the kind words and for taking the time to watch and comment on my video. Stay tuned for more model car shenanigans 🤪 😜 Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@thescalemodelcarguychannel8681]

Very good tip Don!

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you Sean 😊

[@samuelvasquez8170]

Great tips. Thanks for sharing.

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you Samuel for taking the time to watch my videos. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@chuckrivera815]

What’s the wheelbase and width? I’m looking to build an rc out of one.

[@davidparsleyscustomscaleemerge]

Nice tips Don. Just subbed your channel.

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you David 😊 I just subbed you back 😀 Stay tuned for more model car shenanigans coming soon. LOL!! Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@davidparsleyscustomscaleemerge]

@@donsgarage684 Thank you!

[@gerrycomfort7027]

I see your point. If I new that when I was young

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you gerry for taking the time to watch my video. Stay tuned for more model car shenanigans coming soon. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@blueoxmodelshop3405]

Great video dude!!

[@maddrummer691]

Nice stuff🏁👍

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you. Stay tuned for more model car shenanigans 🤪 😜 Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@travisweeks7819]

Awesome video

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you Travis 😊

[@robertlangham7278]

Nice color

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you Robert 😊 I'm hoping to get back to the primered one soon and finish it. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@CycolacFan]

Must have built five of these over the years and every one put up a fight. As well as what you’ve mentioned you have to put a sliver of plastic along each side of the hood to avoid having a big gap all around it. I really like that blue paint you used and it looks flawless - presume it’s airbrushed on. What type of paint did you use?

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you 😊 The paint on this one is auto air with a cheap 2k clear over it. And yes I applied it all with an air brush. Take care and happy modeling. Don 😎

[@papasmodelcarroom8450]

AWESOME VIDEO

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you Robin 😊

[@slowridemodelcars1687]

Great vidio, love gassers

[@donsgarage684]

Thank you 😊

[@ungurdani8346]

Salut my friend super car super video subscribe subsc.

[@smithgroove945]

👍👍👍

[@calvincooley1074]

Subbed

[@Dehztroyed]

Did you leave the tie rod out on these builds?

[@donsgarage684]

Not exactly, they are not finished yet. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@Dehztroyed]

@@donsgarage684 oh okay no worries!! I'm happy to find that. I only found it cause I needed help with my drag axle setup

[@micahwatz1148]

I have the belair version and this kit sucks. Fitment issues all over the place. Plus they didnt even include the instructions for the street rod gasser parts. I had to look up this kit's instructions to even build it out. Just a turd kit.

[@donsgarage684]

Really, why would leave a comment like this on MY video?? If you don't like the kit make your OWN video about your dislike of the kit. Have a good day sir 🤨

[@micahwatz1148]

@@donsgarage684 dude calm down. Im just saying so people know. Im not saying your kits bad.

[@edwardnash7411]

Been thinking about getting this model thanks for the tips 🐎Mr. ED Says Just Have Fun Modeling

[@donsgarage684]

Right on