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Post by indycals on Jul 2, 2010 0:36:32 GMT -5
This is going to be my only WIP on this until it's finished - didn't really have time to do it, but I wanted to document the build. Also working on the Martini Lotus, but I'm really enjoying the Hasegawa more than the Tamiya. IMO it is the overall better kit. The only thing the Tamiya has going for it is chrome parts, and mesh trumpet covers... and spark plug wires, but those are easy to add to the Hasegawa. A good example - look at the undertray pic - all that rivet detail is totally absent on the Tamiya - that is just one example of the slightly better level of detail in the Hasegawa, and the bottom part that surrounds the bottom of the Cosworth is totally missing from the Tamiya (but available in the photo etch addendum that is extra). The Tamiya is also lacking the vented disk brakes. Unfortunately based on my decal sales, the Tamiya seems to be outselling the Hasegawa by a good margin - and I'd say I have a plenty large statistic sample to make a pretty accurate judgement. If you're going to buy two, get one of each, support them both, if you're getting one, get the Hasegawa for the JPS, Tamiya for the Martini. And now the pics          |
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Post by indycals on Jul 2, 2010 0:37:47 GMT -5
Also take note of the clutch detail on the Cosworth.
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Post by Calvin on Jul 2, 2010 1:08:11 GMT -5
I Love it! Thanks for the WIP
You're moving right along!
Are you using the T-83 for the Aluminum?
BTW I finally got a Tamiya coming soon! Then I'll get a Hasegawa.....
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Post by indycals on Jul 2, 2010 1:21:07 GMT -5
Yes, TS83 for the aluminum. Doesn't look quite as nice as metalizer aluminum, but doesn't rub off when touched - very durable. The undertray doesn't even need to glue on - it stays in place nicely with friction, so I'll leave it so that it's removable so that I can display the car with no bodywork at all if I so chose.
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Post by Calvin on Jul 2, 2010 1:44:07 GMT -5
Yes, TS83 for the aluminum. Looks nice! I wonder if a shot of clear would solve that problem? Thats Neat! Now thats what you call an accurate model ;D The less glue the better. Also did it come with the Fuel lines? or is that your "Michaels craft store special" fuel lines?  |
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Post by indycals on Jul 2, 2010 2:08:49 GMT -5
Yes, TS83 for the aluminum. Looks nice! I wonder if a shot of clear would solve that problem? NO! Clear never makes metallic paint look more metallic Also did it come with the Fuel lines? or is that your "Michaels craft store special" fuel lines? I added the fuel lines myself. |
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Post by Calvin on Jul 2, 2010 2:34:13 GMT -5
NO! Clear never makes metallic paint look more metallic I was thinking of keeping it from scratching/rubbing off. When I get my 79....I still proly will use Testors Chrome, Im going to try to replicate my Aluminum job that I did on my 1980 Williams.... I still cant figure out how I did that?!?!  I know when I painted it, it was about 45 degrees! LOL and then let it sit inside for a number of days....then before I started to touch it I put it in front of the wall heater for 3 three hrs to bake it on for extra strength. |
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Post by illeagle10 on Jul 2, 2010 11:34:52 GMT -5
Wow Mike! Looks like you're going all out on this one! Thanks for sharing the extra info too!
Jim
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Post by Patrick on Jul 2, 2010 12:28:03 GMT -5
Michael,
I did notice the clutch as I scrolled through. I also love the green fire (?) bottles...never saw green (make note: use green as well as red!). Excellent clean build. That Entex 1/28 even bashed could never match this.
Patrick
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Post by indycals on Jul 2, 2010 17:38:53 GMT -5
I used TS35 Park Green for the bottles. The instructions actually call for the one on the side of the tub with decals to be painted red, but there is a full color reference sheet included in the kit and it shows it as green, with Park Green being a perfect match. I 'think' the one on the side of the tub is compressed air for the onboard starter. The Lotus 78 also had this (mounted on the gearbox), and it too was green. My only caveat with the Hasegawa kit is do NOT trust the painting instructions - there are several errors.
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Post by indy on Jul 3, 2010 1:02:31 GMT -5
She's really beautiful Michael ;D Can't wait to see her finished.
Jordan
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Post by elsapito on Jul 3, 2010 1:16:08 GMT -5
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Post by Calvin on Jul 6, 2010 22:39:22 GMT -5
Michael, since this is a black car did you bother to use Primer?
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Post by indycals on Jul 6, 2010 23:06:21 GMT -5
Michael, since this is a black car did you bother to use Primer? No, I did not. |
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Post by Calvin on Jul 6, 2010 23:21:48 GMT -5
Cool, I get tired of using that $pendy Primer.
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Post by indycals on Jul 7, 2010 1:42:08 GMT -5
Black on black is the only time I don't use primer.
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Post by indydog on Jul 7, 2010 15:06:34 GMT -5
Looking great Michael. What kind/size tubing did you use for the fuel lines?
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Post by Patrick on Jul 7, 2010 23:53:37 GMT -5
Michael,
Looks to me like TS35 is a graet match for BP Green of David Piper's cars. Did you get that Ancientmodeler? A color match for Pipe's 250 GTO!!!
Patrick
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Post by Deleted on Jul 8, 2010 14:04:17 GMT -5
Michael, Looks to me like TS35 is a graet match for BP Green of David Piper's cars. Did you get that Ancientmodeler? A color match for Pipe's 250 GTO!!! Patrick Hi Partick, I already have some PPG Burlington Northern (I think that is it) Green lacquer, and it is an EXCELLENT match for the Piper cars. ;D My GTO only needs some small decals added. Haven't been able to work on anything for about a week, haven't been able to get online much either....  Mongo |
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Post by indycals on Jul 8, 2010 18:06:26 GMT -5
Looking great Michael. What kind/size tubing did you use for the fuel lines? It's not tubing - it's solid material - it's used for stringing beads and can be found at Michael's, Hobby Lobby, etc. It's very rubbery. I painted it with a mix of clear orange and clear yellow. |
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Post by indycals on Jul 24, 2010 19:07:30 GMT -5
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Post by Calvin on Jul 24, 2010 19:55:41 GMT -5
Outstanding! Clean Professional build like usual! So...was this a fun easy build? Was there any challenges that came up? ;D You're the first I've seen finish one of these. I'm really looking forward to seeing your Martini build later on.
Great job! Two thumbs....and two toes up!
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Post by sandysixtysfan on Jul 24, 2010 21:05:00 GMT -5
WOW!
Sandy
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Post by illeagle10 on Jul 24, 2010 21:30:47 GMT -5
Super Nice Mike! Love it! Hope if I ever get to mine it'll be half as nice.
Jim
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Post by Deleted on Jul 24, 2010 23:53:49 GMT -5
Michael,
I know you have wanted this car in kit form for quite a while. Looks great! Nothing like building a kit of a car you really wanted, is there?
Best to you!
Russ
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Post by racerbrown on Jul 25, 2010 7:40:13 GMT -5
great job as usual!
duane
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Post by indycals on Jul 30, 2010 1:27:19 GMT -5
Here's one more shot without the bodywork  |
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Post by herk56 on Jul 30, 2010 6:18:25 GMT -5
Nice build, Michael! You've convinced me thru this thread that I need one of each - sigh! I guess the P/E set will be needed for the Tamiya as well - large sigh! Oh well, I don't need to get the new heating system in for a couple more months. Again, great job, I always enjoy the WIP threads.
Brian
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Post by rasputen on Jul 30, 2010 15:58:39 GMT -5
More Pictures Please!!
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Post by indy on Jul 30, 2010 17:36:01 GMT -5
The details just really pop on this one - the detail painting, the green firebottle, blue safety harness, etc. ;D It really presents beautifully.
The sidepods seem really empty - I guess I am used to the 1,000 wires of todays cars!?!?
Jordan
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I know when I painted it, it was about 45 degrees! LOL and then let it sit inside for a number of days....then before I started to touch it I put it in front of the wall heater for 3 three hrs to bake it on for extra strength.
