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Post by JimD on Feb 27, 2016 16:28:50 GMT -5
Okay, MSCers. It's been too long since I ran a WIP here. Apologies. I thought what better way to get back in the swing of things than sharing this absurdity with you fine folks. This one came up in part because I was discussing my lack of mojo with some friends. I jkingly mentioned a car, and it turned into a "buddy build" on my Facebook group (see my sig if interested). So, here we are. I'll WIP it here for you fine folks. And there's a good chance you may see another pop up from someone else... The Kit: When in doubt, Tamiya!  So, I'll be doing this scheme which is from (1976 I believe) 24 hours of Le Mans. I picked this one for a couple reasons. 1) Someone picked the pink one before me, and I like the bright colors. 2) 69 hehe.  Studio 27 Decals...supposed to be the car decals to use.  I'm also adding HGW laser cut belts, and I MAY grab some machined wheels instead of the plastic options. Ok, so this one I'm not supposed to start until March 1st, but screw the police...I may get going a day or so early. I'm also going to use the Zero paint and 2-part gloss system on this, so wish me luck, and thanks for joining. |
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Post by Leon on Feb 27, 2016 18:09:04 GMT -5
Count me in Jim! Good luck on this beauty.  I have a soft spot for Le Mans cars.  |
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Post by Deleted on Feb 27, 2016 20:50:34 GMT -5
Have my box of Pop Corn and I'm in.
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Post by JimD on Feb 27, 2016 21:23:54 GMT -5
Thanks gentlemen. Oh and to the rest of you folks...the car is German...still no love? Need more swastikas? |
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Post by dierk on Feb 28, 2016 6:20:55 GMT -5
What? No Zimmerit? Being a 1/35 guy I do prefer Ferdinand Porsche's earlier work but I do like this! Cars were still cars and not computers on wheels. |
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Post by Tojo72 on Feb 28, 2016 15:23:33 GMT -5
Should be interesting,cars are a whole diffrent ballgame.
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Post by wbill76 on Feb 29, 2016 16:05:25 GMT -5
Now this will be interesting to watch. Just remember not to wave the checkered flag too early! |
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Post by mustang1989 on Feb 29, 2016 21:43:45 GMT -5
Man....first off I've gotta say that I'm floored.  Secondly I'll say that Jim...you're in for a real exciting ride. The more you know about the automotive world, the more you're going to love building this. Don't forget that automotive AM directory that I set up. There's more things available to the automotive modeling world in terms of AM than a lot of folks think so have at it. Thirdly from one aircraft builder to another the biggest challenge I faced was the gloss finish. If you haven't already, get yourself some sanding pads like this...  and again if you don't have it.....this stuff:  If you need anything let me know. If I can't answer it , I've got friends that can. Really looking forward to this one Jim. Be careful not to get hooked.......  |
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Post by eastrock on Mar 1, 2016 11:46:28 GMT -5
you got a shake and bake kit!!! this one is great for coming back to the hobby.
Cheers!!!
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Post by mrversatile on Mar 1, 2016 16:46:47 GMT -5
Cool, another car builder...Just remember, one can't cover up flaws with mud and dust. Good luck.
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Post by JimD on Mar 1, 2016 18:49:51 GMT -5
Thanks everyone. I think I'm going to try to squeeze in some preliminary work in on this one tonight, but I've got something pretty big that just landed on my doorstep to crack into for the magazine, so we'll see.
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Post by mustang1989 on Mar 3, 2016 6:11:50 GMT -5
Updates?
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Post by JimD on Mar 3, 2016 8:52:58 GMT -5
*tumbleweeds intensify*
Planned to play with it some last night, but I've been sucked in by the HK Dornier. Should get started today a bit maybe.
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Post by dupes on Mar 3, 2016 11:47:42 GMT -5
Hahaha...buh-bye, Porsche - hello, new shiny wingy thingy! |
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Post by mustang1989 on Mar 3, 2016 12:01:30 GMT -5
Watching the magic unfold...........
You got that HK 335? That things a monster! |
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Post by eastrock on Mar 4, 2016 17:42:47 GMT -5
seems like the car will be forever in the garage, just someone that I knew, its been nearing its one year anniversary lol
Cheers!!
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Post by deafpanzer on Mar 7, 2016 9:47:40 GMT -5
WHOA! I didn't know cars do have wings too?!?!? Good way to make mojo return... count me in too!!!
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Post by JimD on Mar 7, 2016 10:28:27 GMT -5
Watching the magic unfold...........
You got that HK 335? That things a monster! Yes. I'm building it for the magazine for them. And I've got a test shot of the B-17 E/F on the way...now, that's a monster. |
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Post by mustang1989 on Mar 7, 2016 10:55:47 GMT -5
Sounds like you've got your hands full for a while.  |
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Post by JimD on Mar 7, 2016 11:13:35 GMT -5
I do. But my hope is that the Dornier will be done for the April show. It certainly needs to be! The Fort though, that isn't happening. Lol.
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Post by mustang1989 on Mar 7, 2016 11:56:33 GMT -5
You'll actually be able to finish something like that Dornier for the show in April??? WOW! You ARE tha man if you can pull THAT one off!!!
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Post by JimD on Mar 7, 2016 12:08:08 GMT -5
I hope so. I want to get it to publication so I can get to the B-17 and have it done so that article is ready when the kit hits the hobby shops.
And I've also got the Kitty Hawk Kingfisher going for Scale Modeling Now...but thankfully I don't have any pressing deadline on that.
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Post by mrversatile on Mar 11, 2016 0:25:40 GMT -5
That kind of building pressure seems like it would take the fun out of it.
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Post by wing_nut on Mar 11, 2016 9:48:19 GMT -5
Less talky, talky. More gluey, gluey.
Please. (No room for bad manners)
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Post by JimD on Mar 11, 2016 10:18:31 GMT -5
I'm diving into it today. Promise Forgive my glacial pace |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 11, 2016 10:27:11 GMT -5
Cool...... we've been waiting for the first cast.
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Post by JimD on Apr 5, 2016 23:47:06 GMT -5
Okie dokie. I'm into this one now. First order of business was priming the body shell. First I had to remove some casting seams, but nothing too troublesome. I too was thinking of using Zero primer, but the guys at Zero have clearly said it's for professionals, so I thought I should leave it alone. Besides, why mess with what works? No keying, no washing parts, just a nice coat of Mr. Surfacer 1500. All of this was orange plastic though, and even with black it took some work to get full coverage.    Also got through the underside parts assemble. Next will be to detail paint all of this. The axles are just snap fitted gotta love Tamiya fit.  |
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Post by Leon on Apr 6, 2016 4:51:20 GMT -5
Nice work on the primer Jimmy!  |
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Post by dierk on Apr 6, 2016 6:20:51 GMT -5
Not gluey, gluey as requested but painty, painty - still, nice to see something worth seeing happening.  |
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Post by mustang1989 on Apr 6, 2016 7:27:26 GMT -5
Great to see you on this one Jim!
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I have a soft spot for Le Mans cars. 
