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Post by peteyd on Dec 31, 2009 20:26:37 GMT -5
Patrick,
This is really getting to be good! I'm running into the same type of situation with a '15 Mercedes. Adding just that little bit more..... I was hoping to make a mold for this (Cooper) for others to enjoy too.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 1, 2010 20:30:58 GMT -5
Well, Patrick, after our conversation, I do believe you will have it done before too long.
Looking great so far! ;D
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Post by Patrick on Jan 8, 2010 19:18:40 GMT -5
Well, haven't painted yet as the weather sucks. Here's progress so far.    Patrick |
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Post by Calvin on Jan 8, 2010 21:48:02 GMT -5
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Post by indy on Jan 9, 2010 0:20:32 GMT -5
Simply beautiful Patrick - looks like your Swiss watch making skill have come in handy ;D lol Jordan |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2010 16:32:59 GMT -5
What paint will you be using for the body color?
Everything, I mean EVERYTHING[/i][/u] is looking great. ;D
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Post by Patrick on Jan 9, 2010 18:41:59 GMT -5
I think I may have stated earlier that there are 2 views on the color matter. The owner of the car now states that it was a very dark blue-green (and showed me photos to prove it) or the group, ex-mechanics, that say the Cooper was Cooper BRG (eye witness accounts). Since I have 4 different Cooper open wheel cars now I'll stay with the BRG. What kind, you ask...I think it's a black primer coat with a Hunter Green hardware store can.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 10, 2010 14:52:40 GMT -5
Hi Pat, Thanks, I now remember you saying something on the phone about the color. Seems to be a picture problem of some kind. Several are not showing.............. Did you get my email about the pictures not coming through of the 250 GTOs? I got the header picture, but nothing else.  Thanks, again! Mongo |
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Post by Patrick on Jan 21, 2010 17:29:27 GMT -5
I may get to paint when the rain stops falling and falling and falling.
Patrick
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Post by Calvin on Jan 21, 2010 17:34:52 GMT -5
Isn't that how it goes sometimes  and when its nice and sunny then thats when you're not in a position to paint  |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 22, 2010 3:45:39 GMT -5
Hi Patrick,
We can get together and build an Ark......... it has been raining here for months it seems! I did get the second batch of pictures, they came through just fine! THANKS!
Now, if I can just get some references for the interiors........ (hint, hint) LOL!!!!!!!!
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Post by Patrick on Jan 22, 2010 17:25:21 GMT -5
Mongo...check personal messages. We don't want anyone to know we also build sports racers!
Patrick
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Post by Patrick on Feb 9, 2010 20:59:47 GMT -5
Well, after a crash building program of GTOs during the rains, I finally got the Cooper painted, the chassis fitted, and petrol tanks foil covered here's how the project looks so far...  and  ...remember I started with this...  so far the front suspension fits well and I expect to have some problems with the rear. Well, two GTOs down and two to go with a Cooper chaser! Patrick |
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Post by Calvin on Feb 10, 2010 14:53:54 GMT -5
Its come a long way. Looking good.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 10, 2010 16:02:01 GMT -5
Well, after a crash building program of GTOs during the rains, I finally got the Cooper painted, the chassis fitted, and petrol tanks foil covered here's how the project looks so far... and ...remember I started with this... so far the front suspension fits well and I expect to have some problems with the rear. Well, two GTOs down and two to go with a Cooper chaser! Patrick Hi Patrick, Looking great! Awesome *kit bashing* (if you can even call it that! LOL!!) Mongo |
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Post by scalecentral on Feb 10, 2010 20:19:45 GMT -5
"toy bashing"
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Post by Patrick on Feb 10, 2010 20:46:13 GMT -5
Bring on the toys!!!! ;D   Ya know...I might actually have this ready for the NNL/West in a week and a half! ;D the rear cover came out great, but not exactly accurate. Oh, poop. Patrick |
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Post by SWT500 on Feb 10, 2010 21:27:18 GMT -5
Michaelangelo has NOTHING on you. Simply magnificent. Talk about making Chicken Salad out of chicken feathers. WOW!
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Post by scalecentral on Feb 10, 2010 22:55:28 GMT -5
Looks fantastic. Can't wait to see the finished product. My only complaint is that it wasn't cast, but oh well... it's not like I don't have 400 other kits I could do, lol.
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Post by Patrick on Feb 11, 2010 9:53:19 GMT -5
Nic,
Ya never know...I do have one more Cooper to prepare. When I get to that one maybe I can get it to you. It will be a F1 version but the only difference would be the left fuel tank.
Thank you all for the kind words, especially the "chicken salad" remark...mucho funny! ;D
Patrick
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Post by Calvin on Feb 11, 2010 12:36:34 GMT -5
Oh Wow, now its really really looking sexy. That toy never knew it was going to turn into a super model. ;D
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Post by Deleted on Feb 11, 2010 19:59:27 GMT -5
Patrick...............
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Post by shunter on Feb 12, 2010 19:28:42 GMT -5
That is some excellent work..
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Post by Patrick on Feb 13, 2010 12:02:16 GMT -5
When kit-bashing/scratch building (scratch-bashing?) adjustments always have to be made. I was sure the front suspension was correct, but, alas, twas not to be. Last night I tried a dry fitting of the front wheels and then it was all too obvious that the track was too large. SO, a little cut here, a little glue there and perfecto! It looks so much better. Now that the engine is complete I can start to fit the rear suspension.  Patrick |
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Post by Calvin on Feb 13, 2010 15:52:09 GMT -5
I'm sooo amazed how good your Patience is on this. In turn makes such a clean build!
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Post by Patrick on Feb 15, 2010 15:48:23 GMT -5
6 days left 'till the NNL/West and I've had to rebuild and readjust more than I'd care to discuss...   ...more to come. ugh! |
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Post by Patrick on Feb 19, 2010 21:51:23 GMT -5
Ok, it's close enough to be done...    It has been fun, frustrating, nerve racking, exciting, disappointing, and satisfying. I hope you all enjoyed it. I enjoy watching your projects. Patrick Oh, yes, now where's the NNL/West? |
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Post by lance on Feb 19, 2010 22:26:18 GMT -5
wow!!!!
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Post by Calvin on Feb 19, 2010 22:28:27 GMT -5
This is what we thought of it....  Yes, totally Not for us. Yes Very much! No not at all Yep Yes 110% Very x 10 NICE! Two thumbs and Two toes Up |
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Post by SWT500 on Feb 19, 2010 22:39:17 GMT -5
I can't imagine that beautiful car doesn't earn the prize!! WOW doesn't begin to cover it.
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