Episode 278: Alan Gonick

Episode 278: Alan Gonick

From Model Car Culture Podcast by Scale Riders

December 31, 2025 · 2h 11m · Season 1 · Episode 278

About this episode

Alan Gonick shares his extensive experience in model car building, including techniques and stories from the hobby.

In this episode of the Model Car Culture Podcast , I’m joined by Alan Gonick — longtime model car builder, photographer, and writer from Southern California. Alan shares decades of experience in the hobby, including: His legendary ’57 Chevy custom build Techniques for bodywork, molding, and scratch-building His history writing for Lowrider Bicycle Magazine Stories from shows like Cactus Classic , SoCal events , and more Deep insight into classic model car craftsmanship Tools, materials, and techniques used before modern 3D printing How research, history, and creativity shape better model builds This episode is packed with real model car knowledge , old-school techniques, and inspiration for builders of all levels. If you’re into scale modeling, custom builds, or model car history , this one’s for you. 🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES 🛒 Store: https://scaleriders.com/ 🎙 Podcast: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/scaleriders 👕 Clothing: https://www.124limited.com/ 🛠 Amazon Affiliate: https://amzn.to/46qiLFq 📩 Scale Riders Media Group For brand partnerships, video sponsorships, or advertising: info@scaleriders.com

People in this episode

Guest: Alan Gonick

Topics covered

  • model car building
  • photography
  • writing
  • custom builds
  • model car history

Keywords

  • bodywork
  • molding
  • scratch-building
  • classic craftsmanship
  • 3D printing

Mentioned in this episode

Products: tools, materials

Books & works: the Model Car Culture Podcast

Places: Southern California, SoCal

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