Revell 1/25 2015 Corvette C7.R

[lyle]

This will be a looker and fun to watch.

[project510]

Moving along... Is it just me or is the lamest way to assemble a model? Why do this? 



Also wanted to compare this Alclad Gold Titanium on different base coats. Right side is primer only. Left side is Primer, gloss black then paint.



Im glad I tested this out. For the wheels I very much prefer the primer only. But it is cool to see what adding the black gloss base does.

[kyledehart5]

It’s always fascinating to me to do spoon tests like that. I really enjoy finding out new ways to change a color of a bottle of paint.

[project510]

So since this build is essentially my " What if the C7.R was a limited production street car I am making subtle changes that I think would be changed in real life.

There is no way you drive on the street in the race cars bucket seat... How are you supposed to get a drink from the local Starbucks drive-thru? So I made a change.




Getting closer to color. I would have painted it already but I am nervous haha..

[kyledehart5]

That is progressing nicely. Maybe you are nervous, but I’m itching to see this thing in color!!

[tatocorvette]

Jan 27, 2024 0:48:21 GMT -5 project510 said:

How are oyu supposed to get a drink from the local STarbucks drive-thru?

You don't! 
Cars are not for eating or drinking! That has been my lifelong battle, which by the way, I have essentially lost to my family... 

Looking good! Get some color on it!

Thank,
Ismael

[70 STING]

Jan 27, 2024 9:51:25 GMT -5 tatocorvette said:

Jan 27, 2024 0:48:21 GMT -5 project510 said:

How are oyu supposed to get a drink from the local STarbucks drive-thru?

You don't! 
Cars are not for eating or drinking! That has been my lifelong battle, which by the way, I have essentially lost to my family... 

Looking good! Get some color on it!

Thank,
Ismael

I remember the days when the kids’ Cheerios and Goldfish were wedged between the seats. 

[406 Silverado]

Jan 27, 2024 0:48:21 GMT -5 project510 said:

So since this buid is essentially my " WHat if the C7.R was a limited production street car I am making subtle changes that I think would be changed in real life.

There is no way you drive on the street in the race cars bucket seat... How are oyu supposed to get a drink from the local STarbucks drive-thru? So I made a change.


Getting closer to color. I would have painted it already but I am nervous haha..

 Holy smokes!! Dang that looks so good as you've got it mocked up James!! WOW!! 

[tatocorvette]

If you are going for a street car, have you considered removing or opening the bulkhead? That may also alter the roll cage.
How about a second seat?

Thanks,
Ismael

[project510]

Jan 27, 2024 9:35:12 GMT -5 kyledehart5 said:

That is progressing nicely. Maybe you are nervous, but I’m itching to see this thing in color!!

Thanks! Maybe this weekend. I have never used the Tamiya LP paints. Holy Smokes they smell something terrible. Want to research it a bit.

Jan 27, 2024 10:05:37 GMT -5 406 Silverado said:

Jan 27, 2024 0:48:21 GMT -5 project510 said:

So since this buid is essentially my " WHat if the C7.R was a limited production street car I am making subtle changes that I think would be changed in real life.

There is no way you drive on the street in the race cars bucket seat... How are oyu supposed to get a drink from the local STarbucks drive-thru? So I made a change.


Getting closer to color. I would have painted it already but I am nervous haha..

 Holy smokes!! Dang that looks so good as you've got it mocked up James!! WOW!! 

Thanks Joe!

Jan 27, 2024 10:20:02 GMT -5 tatocorvette said:

If you are going for a street car, have you considered removing or opening the bulkhead? That may also alter the roll cage.
How about a second seat?

Thanks,
Ismael

Actually I was pondering this exact thing last night. I would have to remove the battery. I already planned on loosing the water cooler but the battery I would have to relocate.
But I do want to!

[tatocorvette]

I know you are going on a different route, but if it helps, here is a link to my progress thread:  www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/117667-corvette-c7r-daytona-winner/
Few things to watch out like dash to body fit that may prevent the body from sitting properly.

Thanks,
Ismael

[project510]

Jan 27, 2024 10:35:37 GMT -5 tatocorvette said:

I know you are going on a different route, but if it helps, here is a link to my progress thread:  www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/117667-corvette-c7r-daytona-winner/
Few things to watch out like dash to body fit that may prevent the body from sitting properly.

Thanks,
Ismael

Thank you! I actually found your build before I started my own. When I build the actual race car version, this will be an even better resource but there a few things I want to add that you did. I really like your exhaust. I am not a fan of the way its molded on the kit. Also the small extra's like the tow hook.

Thanks Ismael!

[tatocorvette]

Depending on how much you care for accuracy, the kit has the 2016 decals but the car is a 2014-2015 model. Regulatory changes made 2016 cars different. I guess the kit was already been developed and the decals were changed at the last minute after the epic 2016 Daytona win.

Thanks,
Ismael

[kyledehart5]

Tamiya LP spray beautifully. I thin them with Mr Color Levelling thinner 50/50. They do smell. I wear a respirator when I spray them.

[kyledehart5]

Jan 27, 2024 10:35:37 GMT -5 tatocorvette said:

I know you are going on a different route, but if it helps, here is a link to my progress thread:  www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/117667-corvette-c7r-daytona-winner/
Few things to watch out like dash to body fit that may prevent the body from sitting properly.

Thanks,
Ismael

+1 Karma to you Ismael. That is definitely a glorious reference build. 

[project510]

Jan 27, 2024 12:19:09 GMT -5 tatocorvette said:

Depending on how much you care for accuracy, the kit has the 2016 decals but the car is a 2014-2015 model. Regulatory changes made 2016 cars different. I guess the kit was already been developed and the decals were changed at the last minute after the epic 2016 Daytona win.

Thanks,
Ismael

That I actually knew and I almost bought the correct decals from the same place you did. I also almost bought the full carbon decal set haha. I will only be using a few like for the brakes and wheels and logos. 

[project510]

Jan 27, 2024 14:15:39 GMT -5 kyledehart5 said:

Tamiya LP spray beautifully. I thin them with Mr Color Levelling thinner 50/50. They do smell. I wear a respirator when I spray them.

Thanks for the tip! I love the leveling thinner from Mr. Color so I have plenty of that on hand. Good to know you have sucess with that mixture so I will test it out. What PSI are you spraying with?

[kyledehart5]

Jan 27, 2024 14:40:55 GMT -5 project510 said:

Jan 27, 2024 14:15:39 GMT -5 kyledehart5 said:

Tamiya LP spray beautifully. I thin them with Mr Color Levelling thinner 50/50. They do smell. I wear a respirator when I spray them.

Thanks for the tip! I love the leveling thinner from Mr. Color so I have plenty of that on hand. Good to know you have sucess with that mixture so I will test it out. What PSI are you spraying with?

No problem! Typically around 20 through a 0.5 brush. But I'm no expert. Play around with it and the levelling thinner and you'll find a sweet spot you like. 

[moparman18064]

I can’t wait to see that color on it, should definitely pop!

[project510]

Roof is back in primer with the extra bits removed and smoothed to math opposite side.



Also decided that if this is (in my head) what a C7R street version would be it needs a passenger seat. I removed the battery and water cooler and started filling the holes. It doesn't need to be perfect, because it will be covered by a seat but I want it to be clean. Just need to figure out where to relocate the battery.

[70 STING]

Great mods so far. It’s on my list to build a street version of this kit. Will be using your build for inspiration when the time comes. :^)

[kyledehart5]

Nice work! Does make sense to have a passenger seat.

[sharp]

That's a really nice looking color. I never used the Tamiya lac. in the bottle.  Does it get a clear coat?

[project510]

Feb 2, 2024 13:51:06 GMT -5 70 STING said:

Great mods so far. It’s on my list to build a street version of this kit. Will be using your build for inspiration when the time comes. :^)

That's a fine compliment, thank you!

Feb 2, 2024 15:54:54 GMT -5 kyledehart5 said:

Nice work! Does make sense to have a passenger seat.

Thank you, Kyle! I agree!

[project510]

Feb 2, 2024 16:59:42 GMT -5 sharp said:

That's a really nice looking color. I never used the Tamiya lac. in the bottle. Did you put a clear coat on it?

If you are referring to the Wheels, no clear coat yet. The Tamiya LP we are using for the body will get clear.

[tatocorvette]

If you are going for a passenger seat, watch out for roll cage interference.

Thanks,
Ismael

[cbaltrin]

project510 , your vette is looking great and I love that blue color. . I Assume you will be thinning it with Mr Color Leveling thinner (AKA Unicorn Tears) ?

[project510]

Feb 2, 2024 22:44:00 GMT -5 tatocorvette said:

If you are going for a passenger seat, watch out for roll cage interference.

Thanks,
Ismael

I just tossed some primer on these so I could paint them first and test fit!

Feb 3, 2024 20:58:52 GMT -5 cbaltrin said:

project510 , your vette is looking great and I love that blue color. . I Assume you will be thinning it with Mr Color Leveling thinner (AKA Unicorn Tears) ?

Thanks! Yes, yes I will be. Going to spray a few spoons to see how the paint likes to be thinned and ran through my air brush. Per the manual for my airbrush I should be at 25 psi... (I would like to mention I just learned that the manual has this info which I learned from here of course) So I want to get it dialed in nice.

I probably wont get a ton of work done over the next week. Its lunar new year on the 10th so all my extra time is going to cleaning the house and other things in preparation for that. Plus multiple dinners at family's house.

[handiabled]

Looking forward to seeing the body with some color on it!

[project510]

Did a little test spray last night to see how the color looks, but also see how to spray it.

This was a 2:1 paint to thinner ratio at 25 PSI from about 6 inches away. I'm not sure why I am surprised, because I've always like Tamiya paints but this laid down really nice. The color is not as deep blue as I expected, but that could be because of the thinning, and this is only 1 mist coat then a wet coat (I was testing to see if it would run) It really went down nicely. That's a pretty decent gloss coat with 0 clear or polishing. I would have painted the body but this paint smells terrible and it was raining so I couldn't open my garage door for extra ventilation. Clear weather for the next week so hopefully I can get it done.