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Post by indycals on Jul 24, 2015 19:34:11 GMT -5
Anyone who has the Al Unser Cummins March kit by AMT knows that they didn't bother to finish off the bottom of the tub. And if you are really familiar with the car you'd also notice that the part they supplied, is still wrong. I will be producing a correct tub to use with the kit. What I would LIKE to do is also do radiators, more correct rear suspension (the 86C did NOT have rear pushrods and upper wishbones), those funky scoops at the back of the engine cover, and the part of the under tray that is missing under the engine. But at the very least, there will be this (more detail still to be added):  |
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Post by 2lapsdown on Jul 24, 2015 20:13:41 GMT -5
You really know how to spend my money, don't you.
John
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Post by indy on Jul 24, 2015 22:07:52 GMT -5
I need to set aside some money x 4 for this project, too. Time to raise some $$ on eBay.
Nice work so far, Michael. Are you just measuring the kit by hand or have to found an easy way to scan small parts?
Jordan
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Post by Michael Chriss on Jul 24, 2015 23:31:10 GMT -5
I'm in
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Post by pje on Jul 24, 2015 23:57:40 GMT -5
Glad to here that this is now on your schedule Michael! Any plans for more 86C parts like the Rahal scoop over the transaxle?
Paul Erlendson
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Post by indycals on Jul 25, 2015 2:50:28 GMT -5
Here's a digital preview from Shapeways  |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 25, 2015 8:37:35 GMT -5
I'll be getting multiples, really looking forward for the scoops on the back...also interested in all aftermarket products for 1986 - 1989 Indy cars based off the 1/25 AMT kits or 1993 1/20th Indy Lola's from Tamiya. Thanks for the aftermarket products!
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Post by indycals on Jul 25, 2015 14:16:13 GMT -5
Tub and under tray extension  |
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Post by Michael Chriss on Jul 25, 2015 16:58:44 GMT -5
I can't see the pictures Michael. It says, " This model is no longer publicly available".
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Post by indycals on Jul 25, 2015 17:01:34 GMT -5
You can't see either of them?
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Post by Calvin on Jul 25, 2015 17:08:34 GMT -5
I can't see it on my Android.
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Post by pje on Jul 25, 2015 17:31:46 GMT -5
Michael, I can't see the imagines on either our computer or my Ipad.
Paul Erlendson
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Post by GrandPrecision on Jul 25, 2015 17:35:04 GMT -5
Shapeways doesn't allow hotlinking of the images on their site, from my previous experience.
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Post by indycals on Jul 25, 2015 19:05:11 GMT -5
You should see them now.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 25, 2015 19:14:39 GMT -5
I see them
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Post by Michael Chriss on Jul 25, 2015 19:39:48 GMT -5
I think I have chosen my next project. After I finish the projects which are close.
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Post by pje on Jul 26, 2015 0:05:58 GMT -5
Well, at least with this one I already have the kits and not adding new ones to the shelf. Just added more parts!  Paul Erlendson |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 26, 2015 1:22:01 GMT -5
Will the engine cover fit over this?
Might as well have them make suspension to go along with it. Face it, these kit's are not very good. Great for stirring interest, but that's about it. This era screams for a really high quality kit, and entire kit. That can be built! I have fought and fought the engine covers, tub to bottom pan, seam issues and being warped for almost thirty years. They kind of look cool when your done, but you have TONS of time fiddling with them. Not to mention hacking all the suspension off so you can fill the seam. Then pinning the thing back together......... Geesh, I would love to have a great kit of this era of March or Lola.
I picked one up at the airport for Christ's Sakes!!! Brand new and in a crate. Drove to Ohio with a trailer to pick up another after Dobson smashed his primary car and broke his leg. These cars were great. Send them a check and they made you a car, all for the low low price of 300K. Less engine, transmission, exhaust, shift linkage and plumbed by blind welders who never heard of purge welding.
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Post by indy on Jul 26, 2015 1:41:48 GMT -5
One of the part ideas I had for the March 86C is the Chevy engine cover. You are welcome to do it if that appeals to you.  Jordan |
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Post by indycals on Jul 26, 2015 1:58:27 GMT -5
You guys are on your own with the engine cover and other bodywork modifications. The kit engine cover will fit as well as it does now  |
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Post by indycals on Jul 26, 2015 2:57:34 GMT -5
Rear suspension pieces added.  |
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Post by Calvin on Jul 26, 2015 5:40:16 GMT -5
 I dont even have to say anything - this little image sums it up pretty fast! |
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Post by indycals on Jul 26, 2015 19:03:29 GMT -5
Radiator and oil cooler added. ... I really hope these all fit   |
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Post by Deleted on Jul 27, 2015 19:58:35 GMT -5
when are they available???
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Post by indycals on Jul 27, 2015 23:04:31 GMT -5
when are they available??? Haven't even ordered the masters yet. Stay in tune here or on my FB page - announcements will be made when ready. |
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Post by indycals on Jul 30, 2015 13:57:46 GMT -5
Closeup of the suspension and scoop   |
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Post by Calvin on Jul 30, 2015 14:48:20 GMT -5
Put me down for one! I only get on the computer once a month so please Snail mail me a news letter when they are ready and I'll put a cheque in the mail.
You need to do a box kite wing too! I want to build a Kevin COOgan!
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Post by indy on Jul 30, 2015 15:06:59 GMT -5
Very nice progress.
Jordan
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Post by indycals on Jul 30, 2015 18:50:09 GMT -5
That air scoop was daunting, but once I started working on it, it came together fairly quickly. I don't thing I'm going to do the teardrop style one (like Cogan used), a) because not many cars used it, and b), I simply don't have any good reference of it.
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Post by Calvin on Jul 30, 2015 19:15:44 GMT -5
Since you aren't doing a teardrop scoop, now I want one! FYI I'm in an annoy everyone mood today! |
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