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Post by alwaysindy on Feb 26, 2020 18:27:48 GMT -5
Next up is Kevin’s 73 McLaren...and I must say, after the Gouel and XKE, it is a breath of fresh air...crisp parts, excellent instructions and well engineered...
Anybody got good pictures of suspension, engine, etc.? I saw Micheal’s picture which is one of the better ones...I tried a brief search with little luck...
Thanks in advance!
Tim
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Post by kuzlynn on Feb 26, 2020 21:30:24 GMT -5
Hi Tim
Thanks for the compliment on the McLaren kit and hope to see you at Indy in a couple of months under better circumstances. I do have some photos of the suspension on the McLaren. Whenever you are ready send me an email and I will send them out to you and I am sure they will help. Wish I had a chance to get to the IPMS show in Richmond and I know I say that every year but its going to happen sooner than later. Thanks Kevin silvercitymodels@comcast.net
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Post by alwaysindy on Mar 12, 2020 12:42:15 GMT -5
Well I am moving on in this build...Engine...  I cannot overstate how well done this kit is...parts fit well and very sturdy...Kevin sent me a gazillion pictures that showed colors etc... More to come... Tim |
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Post by raceparke on Mar 12, 2020 14:12:21 GMT -5
Great start!
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Post by hurtubise56 on Mar 13, 2020 11:14:30 GMT -5
Nice looking powerplant! I'm glad to hear of the fit quality of Kevin's kits as I have a few but have yet to build one. Retirement started a week ago today so I hope to have more time soon, just have to whittle down that honey-do list!
Brian
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Post by alwaysindy on Apr 24, 2020 16:07:12 GMT -5
And moving right along...  I had to use Michael’s “Oops” policy for the first time...messed up the big number and pinstripes...  I believe the wing was called an ironing board...  All in all a fun build...Follow the Instructions! Do NOT think you’re smarter than Kevin! Comments questions welcome! Thanks for stopping by! Tim |
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Post by indy on Apr 24, 2020 18:43:12 GMT -5
Great progress, Tim. The paint job looks smooth plus the details in the cockpit and engine look great.
Jordan
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Post by builder77 on May 25, 2020 17:10:26 GMT -5
Very nice job so far.
Paint looks great!
The engine and rear suspension on all of these cars of this era are a puzzle!
I ended up having to draw a picture with the parts for me to remember how they all go together.
It also took me some time to understand I may not need them all depending on the car/year I was building.
Cant wait to see it with the decals!
Chris
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Post by darylh on May 26, 2020 7:43:20 GMT -5
That's looking great so far. I oops'd a decal recently and Michael's response was excellent.
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Post by Art Laski on May 27, 2020 13:43:53 GMT -5
Looking good, Tim!
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Post by alwaysindy on Feb 22, 2021 12:12:51 GMT -5
Right in the middle of running a business and mastering new cars, Kevin “The Man” Kuzman, sent me a new windscreen to finish this project...I can’t say “Thank you!” enough...used yellow marker (Calvin) and patience (Juanjo)...  I smudged the screen a little because of using a fine point yellow marker...Calvin must use the highlighter with the wide tip...  I love the huge wing...  This is a great kit but requires patience...I have Kevin’s Jerry Karl/ Smokey Yunick Eagle that I wil attempt soon...I learned a lot and believe it will be easier knowing what I know now...  Thanks again Kevin! Customer Service is NOT dead! Tim |
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Post by indy on Feb 22, 2021 14:15:57 GMT -5
Tim, this turned out great. Kudos on the nice job.
Jordan
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Post by Calvin on Feb 22, 2021 15:02:27 GMT -5
Its awesome, Tim!
Honestly, I wouldn't recommend a yellow sharpie anymore, because it has the tendency to react to certain types of glue and will turn the yellow ink, RED! I like to use CA glue when applying my windscreen (which is kinda crazy) but CA glue will turn yellow ink into red if it comes in contact.
Overall it's best to airbrush clear yellow acrylic on windscreens.
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Post by illeagle10 on Feb 23, 2021 5:57:17 GMT -5
Looks great Tim!
Jim
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Post by billj on Feb 23, 2021 12:58:23 GMT -5
Super looking Mclaren Tim. I usually have no interest in the winged cars, sort of end my intrerest about 1970-71. I do have one of Lance's 1972 Donahue Mclarens. Seeing your fine buiild of the 73 makes me want to take another look at my kit. I seem to lack motivation on model building. Last thing I worked on was the GT-40 Roadster and just stopped before painting. I have been working on my 1:1 Jeep Wrangler. I have added a few things I have been wanting and I had to change the thermostat which was uneventful and got rid of my check engine light. Beiing retired for me has not added to my productivity. I do "plan" a lot though  |
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Post by alwaysindy on Feb 23, 2021 13:28:03 GMT -5
Bill:
Man you hit the nail on the head! I’m retired, but sometimes model building doesn’t turn me on like it used to...I believe that it is partly frustration with poorer eyesight, poorer hand/ eye coordination and the complications that come with new/ resin/ 3D printed kits. They just AIN’T like the old styrene kits! They require clean up, sanding, and unique techniques to make them look good...even the new styrene kits, like Alonso’s LeMans Toyota, seem much more challenging than before...
However, I am just working on fighting through and I’m trying to get over making them perfect...this kit ((a fabulous one from Kevin!) drove me crazy at times, but I just kept on going...it has become clear to me that we are all over critical of our finished builds...I see something posted on here and it looks unbelievable, but the builder is complaining about “all the mistakes.” I think we all need to lighten up on ourselves...
I too have the Jorgensen 72...I have wanted to build it for years...how about a double build where we can compare notes?...not a competition but rather an info sharing showcase? I am convinced that the 72 Donahue McLaren is one of, if not the most beautiful 500 winners of all time...
Thanks for the kind words!
Timm
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Post by jj66 on Feb 23, 2021 15:34:09 GMT -5
Tim, another resin kit built with great results. I think you matched the colors. What are they?
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Post by jj66 on Feb 23, 2021 15:41:17 GMT -5
Bill: Man you hit the nail on the head! I’m retired, but sometimes model building doesn’t turn me on like it used to...I believe that it is partly frustration with poorer eyesight, poorer hand/ eye coordination and the complications that come with new/ resin/ 3D printed kits. They just AIN’T like the old styrene kits! They require clean up, sanding, and unique techniques to make them look good...even the new styrene kits, like Alonso’s LeMans Toyota, seem much more challenging than before... However, I am just working on fighting through and I’m trying to get over making them perfect...this kit ((a fabulous one from Kevin!) drove me crazy at times, but I just kept on going...it has become clear to me that we are all over critical of our finished builds...I see something posted on here and it looks unbelievable, but the builder is complaining about “all the mistakes.” I think we all need to lighten up on ourselves... I too have the Jorgensen 72...I have wanted to build it for years...how about a double build where we can compare notes?...not a competition but rather an info sharing showcase? I am convinced that the 72 Donahue McLaren is one of, if not the most beautiful 500 winners of all time... Thanks for the kind words! Timm Bill and Tim, you guys have depressed me; LOL; I was thinking that if now I can build 4-5 models per year, when I retire will be able to multiply my production by 8, and thus, finish my stock before 75 years old. |
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Post by billj on Feb 24, 2021 1:05:19 GMT -5
Tim, I do believe you are correct about being overly critical of ourselves. I would take you up on the 72 builds but I have way too many projects already started and do not want to further abandon them.
Juanjo, you have enough talent to make as many kits as you desire. Considering you make many beautiful cars from scratch. I am doing good to assemble a regular styrene kit and more challenged to get to the resin projects. Seems like there are more things to do in life and time gets away easily.
I guess I really need to get some production going soon, I am 13+ months from 75, wow!
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Post by 1961redlegs on Feb 24, 2021 6:51:37 GMT -5
Tim, this is a beauty! This looks real; if I didn’t know better, I’d expect Lone Star J.R. to jump in and start hot-lapping.
Kevin does great kits, combine it with the skills of a master and you get a masterpiece like this!
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Post by alwaysindy on Feb 24, 2021 13:00:25 GMT -5
Juanjo:
Rattle can Tamiya TS-56 Brilliant Orange and TS-15 Blue...
I have always been a rattle can guy, but recently purchased a new Paasche air brush because an upcoming project needed colors I couldn’t find in cans. Gravity Spain was super! 3 days by DHL and the paint is fantastic! I will be unveiling this car soon...
Thanks for the kind words!
Tim
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Post by Art Laski on Feb 24, 2021 19:41:48 GMT -5
Looks great, Tim!
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