Fabulous job on what was one of my favorites growing up. While I like the fantasy cars, I have a warm place in my heart for the “real” ones as well, and the simplicity of this one makes it so elegant. Love the color, and the detailing as well, and of course the new redlines make the entire casting pop! Thanks for posting it, and Happy Anniversary!
So nicely done, Jim! I enjoy seeing 'real' cars replicated like this. Terrific tribute build to Graham Hill. I know this a special day of reflection and memories for you. I wish we could meet up and share a coffee. Also big congrats on 20K subs. I know it's not magic beans. You're just doing everything right. Keep on, my friend. Warm greetings from a not so secret admirer in Switzerland. 🍁☕👊
Thank you so very much Andrew! It was a difficult day...and it sure would have been nice to share a coffee. The tribute build just seemed "right" for this years build...and I'm thrilled with the results. On the subs, in a way, it's almost like magic beans...or like a light going off (after ridiculous amounts of research)...which is something I kind of mention in the 20k post -- I was reaching everyone "just like me" through the algorithm, and to expand the reach of the channel, I needed to get to all those other people...and the new viewer demographics show it. These aren't the "same" viewers that watch every video the minute it comes out, but they seem to watch them eventually...a little hit or miss...but I love getting also getting the hobby out there to more people!
Thanks Edward! I figured if I was going to restore this casting, it would only be right to pay tribute to such a great racer as part of the process. Thanks for watching!
Great restoration & build Jim ! This car brings back so many memories from Hot Wheels , Indy racing, & the STP sponsor....if u haven't already would also love to see your take on the Hot Wheels Shelby Turbine...Take Care & keep up the Great Work 😊
Ooooh the Shelby Turbine - now that’s an interesting idea 👍. I think I have a few of those castings around…and I’m sure the glass is terrible lol. Thanks so much - have a great weekend!
Thanks GW! It's better...but it still bugs me lol. One of two things will happen - (1) I'll find a replacement windshield and change it out, or (2) I'll forget that I'm looking for a replacement windshield...and when I look at the casting on the shelf, I won't even realize I was thinking about changing it lol
@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms Nope, not weird at all! In fact as I watch videos I unconsciously imitate the person speaking as I comment out loud, 😂!! That’s not weird…
Awesome redline build Jim Silva i really like it. I need to get some redline's myself i really wish i could have built something for this build off. 🔥🔥🔥
Graham Hill actually died on my Birthday. I've always adored this car, even though many fans cheered as Hill crashed out around lap 101, Art Pollard #20 @ Lap 190 and Joe Leonard (#60) broke at 192. Re: the engine sound was more like the Barris Batmobile sound effect. Indy fans called this car "The Whoosh-Mobile" or it's 1967 predecessor "Silent Sam" . As always, toast your wife with Red Wine, and put on your Dean Martin favorite. I'll always remember her when I'm going by Sloan-Kettering doing my job. Your life is a beautiful tribute to your love! That's Amore'! Have fun with your toys!!!
Thank you so much for your kind words David - today being Sunday as I'm typing this message really takes me back to the Dean Martin music Sunday mornings my wife and I would have as we were getting ready for the day. About the build, there was just something about this build that called me...and I'm thrilled with the results. Have a wonderful Sunday my friend!
Beautiful Redline Build Jim! Thanks for joining us for the build!
Thanks Ron and thanks for co-hosting it this year!
Enjoy the cherished memories of years passed.🍸💐
I do GW...sometimes it feels like that's all I have. Thank you!
Righteous restore
Thanks Mark!
AWESOME
AWESOME.
Your builds are awesome.
Mike .
Thanks Mike! For what on the surface seems like such a plain casting, I'm really happy with how it turned out!
Nice Tribute restoration, details and paint job 👌 👍
Thanks Joe!
Hot Wheels couldn't have done it any better! You make it look so easy Jim.
Thanks Thomas! I think I make it look easier by cutting out all the parts where I'm screaming and tossing tools lol
I am also pretty darn happy with this Lotus Turbine!
Hehehe it's a beautiful little car
Excellent Work Jim !!
38th thumb's up brother Jim and watching 😎🙏❤️💯
Fabulous job on what was one of my favorites growing up. While I like the fantasy cars, I have a warm place in my heart for the “real” ones as well, and the simplicity of this one makes it so elegant. Love the color, and the detailing as well, and of course the new redlines make the entire casting pop! Thanks for posting it, and Happy Anniversary!
Thanks so much! I agree that the simplicity of it makes it look even better.
Very cool, Jim. Beautifully built and happy anniversary to you and wife.
Thanks so much Dewey!
turned out amazing. super cool build and happy anniversary
Thanks Neil and thank you!
So nicely done, Jim! I enjoy seeing 'real' cars replicated like this. Terrific tribute build to Graham Hill. I know this a special day of reflection and memories for you. I wish we could meet up and share a coffee. Also big congrats on 20K subs. I know it's not magic beans. You're just doing everything right. Keep on, my friend. Warm greetings from a not so secret admirer in Switzerland. 🍁☕👊
Thank you so very much Andrew! It was a difficult day...and it sure would have been nice to share a coffee. The tribute build just seemed "right" for this years build...and I'm thrilled with the results. On the subs, in a way, it's almost like magic beans...or like a light going off (after ridiculous amounts of research)...which is something I kind of mention in the 20k post -- I was reaching everyone "just like me" through the algorithm, and to expand the reach of the channel, I needed to get to all those other people...and the new viewer demographics show it. These aren't the "same" viewers that watch every video the minute it comes out, but they seem to watch them eventually...a little hit or miss...but I love getting also getting the hobby out there to more people!
Jim, Thanks for the video Graham Hill was great racer . and Happy Anniversery to you and your wife
Thanks Edward! I figured if I was going to restore this casting, it would only be right to pay tribute to such a great racer as part of the process. Thanks for watching!
Great job Jim!
Thanks Greg!
Happy anniversary brother, a great build on a special day.
Thank you David! It truly is a special day!
So cool, who doesn't remember STP? 😁
Right? I had SO many of their stickers as a kid
Great restoration
Thanks GW!
Great tribute restauration! It turned out verry good. I love it! 💪
Thank you so much! I'm really happy that the tribute build turned out as well as I hoped.
Great restoration & build Jim ! This car brings back so many memories from Hot Wheels , Indy racing, & the STP sponsor....if u haven't already would also love to see your take on the Hot Wheels Shelby Turbine...Take Care & keep up the Great Work 😊
Ooooh the Shelby Turbine - now that’s an interesting idea 👍. I think I have a few of those castings around…and I’m sure the glass is terrible lol. Thanks so much - have a great weekend!
Awesome job Jim it looks fantastic. Happy Anniversary bud 🙂
Thanks so much David!
Awesome custom build love the color and decals
Thanks Tony!
Super cool build, Jim. Great tribute to the real thing.
Thanks Paul!
Looks awesome
Thanks! I'm really happy with how it turned out!
Now all we need is a little Graham Hill figurine to accompany this build. :)
I'll leave that to someone else Lothar. A man must know his limitations 🤣🤣🤣
Clean restoration, brother.
Thanks Gary!
Awesome tribute build. Nice job on the windscreen 😎
Thanks Armando!
Great 👍👍👍👍 job. Like.
Thank you! Thanks for watching!
Glass looks much better!
Thanks GW! It's better...but it still bugs me lol. One of two things will happen - (1) I'll find a replacement windshield and change it out, or (2) I'll forget that I'm looking for a replacement windshield...and when I look at the casting on the shelf, I won't even realize I was thinking about changing it lol
Amazing transformation, Mr. Jim! Happy Anniversary and congrats on the major 20K milestone!
Thanks Charles! Is it weird that as I read your comment, I could hear your voice saying it 🤣🤣🤣
@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms Nope, not weird at all! In fact as I watch videos I unconsciously imitate the person speaking as I comment out loud, 😂!! That’s not weird…
Looking sweet, Jim!
Thanks! I'm really happy with it!
Great looking build Jim. Looks super cool. Nice work. Happy Anniversary
Thanks Jody!
Great job Jim and looks awesome 👍🏻
Thanks Mark!
@@JimSilva-SilvaDiecastCustoms you're welcome 😊
I was named after Graham Hill! Great job buddy 👍
Thanks Graham! That's so cool!
Turned out spectacular Jim
Thanks Pete!
👏👏👏🔥🔥🔥
Thanks!
I just finished this same restoration. Great minds! Hahahaha. Excellent work on this one, Jim.
It's such a wonderful casting to work on! Yours turned out beautifully Brian! (thanks for sending the pic)
Also congrats on 20,000 subscribers brother.
Noice restore Jim, cheers Graham
Thanks Graham!
Awesome redline build Jim Silva i really like it. I need to get some redline's myself i really wish i could have built something for this build off. 🔥🔥🔥
Thanks Brandon! Every now and then you can snag one at a decent price on eBay.
Graham Hill actually died on my Birthday. I've always adored this car, even though many fans cheered as Hill crashed out around lap 101, Art Pollard #20 @ Lap 190 and Joe Leonard (#60) broke at 192. Re: the engine sound was more like the Barris Batmobile sound effect. Indy fans called this car "The Whoosh-Mobile" or it's 1967 predecessor "Silent Sam" . As always, toast your wife with Red Wine, and put on your Dean Martin favorite. I'll always remember her when I'm going by Sloan-Kettering doing my job. Your life is a beautiful tribute to your love! That's Amore'! Have fun with your toys!!!
Thank you so much for your kind words David - today being Sunday as I'm typing this message really takes me back to the Dean Martin music Sunday mornings my wife and I would have as we were getting ready for the day. About the build, there was just something about this build that called me...and I'm thrilled with the results. Have a wonderful Sunday my friend!
Left Rear tire needs straightened
Hot. Wheels. Lotus. Turbine. Restoration national. Redline day
Thanks Kenny!
So you got married on May 18th to make it easy to remember your anniversary???
🤣🤣🤣 I got married long before I even started playing with these darn little cars again 🤣🤣🤣