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Post by Calvin on May 8, 2010 14:50:01 GMT -5
This one has been fun since the beginning! Russ gave me this kit and I cant thank him enough!  Well I thought I would do a little WIP on this one. This was Big Al's last Indy 500 and he did great! He lead at some points and Finish very well! Well this is what I've dont thus far on this Snap kit! I stayed up way....way to late last night...I think it was around 3?  LOL But the paint came out Awesome! But Im ready to lay those indycals on today! Im Really Happy today! Cant you tell?  ;D       |
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Post by Deleted on May 8, 2010 15:59:28 GMT -5
Calvin,
Don't blame me for keeping you up late, but look at the returns!!! I may have to get you another one someday. Looks great!!!
Best to you!
Russ
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Post by illeagle10 on May 8, 2010 16:47:43 GMT -5
Wow that was fast. Lookin' good!
Jim
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Post by shunter on May 8, 2010 22:18:26 GMT -5
Cool car and great to see a legendary drivers car done. Look forward to seeing more.
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Post by Calvin on May 9, 2010 1:28:21 GMT -5
Well those Indycals are on which makes the kit.....Look so cool! I like 1:20 scale. Makes it fun to build and plus its kinda nice to take a little break from the harder models and do an easier one. Next is clear coat time in 2 days BTW I drilled all the holes out before I fitted everything together. LOL ;D I'll just glue it when I ready, I just wanted to take this picture with it together, plus I cant stand not test fitting. But looks like everything fits great! But there is one problem, there was no Turbo inlet clear peace in the box...so I guess one of Mr Tamyia's workers dropped it back 14 years ago?       |
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Post by illeagle10 on May 9, 2010 6:22:23 GMT -5
Man! You work fast! Looking goooood!
Jim
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Post by sandysixtysfan on May 9, 2010 8:09:33 GMT -5
This is looking great! Thats a super paint and decal job.
Sandy
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Post by bigevilmodels on May 10, 2010 18:21:54 GMT -5
Awesome job
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Post by shunter on May 11, 2010 2:14:09 GMT -5
Love it, the decals have really set it off.
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Post by Deleted on May 11, 2010 5:53:31 GMT -5
Chaparral2K - I have a bunch of spare parts for this kit.
PM me your address and I will send you the piece you are missing.
Stu
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Post by Calvin on May 13, 2010 0:03:47 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2010 1:07:17 GMT -5
Wow Calvin.....looks great! No, it looks brilliant!!
I love the paint job & decals!
Best to you!
Russ
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2010 6:09:42 GMT -5
Calvin, Looks great! Now if I can just remember to send you the piece you are missing! I found it last night and it's brand new and never used. Promise to get it out to you so you can say it's complete.
Stu
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Post by Deleted on May 13, 2010 9:19:27 GMT -5
This may be a stupid question, but this kit has a Ford engine. Where do the Chevy valve covers come from?  ? |
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Post by Calvin on May 13, 2010 10:53:31 GMT -5
This may be a stupid question, but this kit has a Ford engine. Where do the Chevy valve covers come from? ? I just milled off the Cosworth logo. Then stuck on the chevy decals.  |
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Post by indydog on May 13, 2010 14:54:55 GMT -5
This may be a stupid question, but this kit has a Ford engine. Where do the Chevy valve covers come from? ? I just milled off the Cosworth logo. Then stuck on the chevy decals. Sneaky, I was wondering how you managed to paint that Chevy logo so nicely. Wonderful job. |
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Post by illeagle10 on May 13, 2010 20:57:58 GMT -5
Nice clean job Calvin!
Jim
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Post by shunter on May 14, 2010 3:16:52 GMT -5
Looks great, one to be proud to have in the collection.
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Post by Deleted on May 14, 2010 16:28:33 GMT -5
Calvin, you are a machine! Looks very, very nice. ;D
Mongo
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Post by Calvin on May 18, 2010 1:49:12 GMT -5
Now we can say its 100% complete, Thank you Stu! for the turbo screen part!  |
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Post by alwaysindy on May 18, 2010 8:53:35 GMT -5
Calvin:
I feel like Ellen DeGeneres on "American Idol": I get TIRED of being awed by your talent. I run out of words like beautiful,impressive,outstanding,inspirational,etc...(OK before anyone else says it, I also feel like her because I like women too...har,har,har)
Seriously, your work is always awe inspiring. I think we need to change names on the forum: Patrick should be "Parts Box From Hell" (thanks Russ) and you should be "The Machine." Your ability to churn out consistently breath-taking cars is TRULY amazing...
Tim
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Post by Deleted on May 18, 2010 10:26:29 GMT -5
Damn Calvin!!!
A really nice job on the beast! Make me want to crack one out, but which one to build? Again my frind, really nice work!
Best to you!
Russ
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Post by Calvin on May 18, 2010 10:33:32 GMT -5
Calvin: I feel like Ellen DeGeneres on "American Idol": I get TIRED of being awed by your talent. I run out of words like beautiful,impressive,outstanding,inspirational,etc...(OK before anyone else says it, I also feel like her because I like women too...har,har,har) Seriously, your work is always awe inspiring. I think we need to change names on the forum: Patrick should be "Parts Box From Hell" (thanks Russ) and you should be "The Machine." Your ability to churn out consistently breath-taking cars is TRULY amazing... Tim ;D thanks! ;D now, if I like someone's build too much I will say: "IT SUCKS! ;D " |
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Post by illeagle10 on May 18, 2010 14:59:09 GMT -5
Aaahhhh!! Nothing like putting on that final piece to the kit. Great job Calvin.
Jim
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Post by robh on May 19, 2010 10:30:15 GMT -5
Outstanding! Clever engine 'conversion'. Striking paint scheme well executed. I may have to investigate these 1/20 scale Tamiya kits.
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Post by indycals on May 19, 2010 10:52:46 GMT -5
Outstanding! Clever engine 'conversion'. Striking paint scheme well executed. I may have to investigate these 1/20 scale Tamiya kits. Yes, you should. I'd go so far to say they are the best plastic Indy car kits ever made. It may be a snap fit kit, but it doesn't have the feel of snap fit. |
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Post by Calvin on May 19, 2010 11:07:52 GMT -5
I would do another one of these kits in a heart beat....well not right now...maybe later LOL
There is Absolutely Nothing to be afraid of on these kits, It was very easy and most importantly, Fun! I would recommend gluing a few peaces that are a important part of the structure of the car but other that, you can follow the instructions with peace of mind.
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LOL But the paint came out Awesome!
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Thanks! Stu for sending it! 
