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Post by Calvin on Oct 8, 2010 23:49:23 GMT -5
I got this two weeks ago for a fairly good price. Its the 2007 reissue of this kit. I hope to make this a nice clean build with some important detail. But no P/E parts this time.     I've always loved the looks of this car, with its Camel Yellow and nice shape. I'm hoping to depict his Monaco GP winning car.... Also I'm using Camel Lotus 99T Indycals on this car, which IMO is 1,000 times better than using the kits (r ::)ll my eyes) Non tobacco decals. But I'd have to admit the Tamiya decals look to have come along way..... This WIP will be totally LIVE, every time I do something important on this kit I'll make a post. It'll be kinda like a "Modeling Twitter" but with good info. LOL   The first thing I just did was glue the radiator exits on the side pod, its best to get started on this asap, because body work takes a long time  Then I just got done with painting the chassis with TS-40 Metallic Black. The reason I chose to paint it instead of Carbon fiber it, is because the C/F on the Lotus 99T is not well defined and adding C/F to it would be a little overkill to the eyes IMO.  I also just got done Primering the side plates that go under top nose structure. These will be painted with camel yellow, I'll have to get these painted and ready long before the rest of the body. |
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Post by Calvin on Oct 9, 2010 1:49:28 GMT -5
 This kit comes with the rivet decals, which is good. and I just got done applying the rivet decals and the camel logos. as you can see in the pic the Solvaset is set visible on the decals. The rivets that have already settled, look great! Later on (few days) I plan on applying a semi dull clear over this to give it one more step of realism. Then rough up the surface with steel wool to give that real look!    |
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Post by indy on Oct 9, 2010 9:54:34 GMT -5
Another great looking build Calvin ;D
Jordan
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Post by Calvin on Oct 9, 2010 13:33:06 GMT -5
I painted these last night. I did 3 coats: 1 coat per hour which is the best way to use Tamiya TS paint according to: Tamiya USA I just got done applying the side decals. Also I made up my mind that I will not be building his Monaco GP winning car since I just put on both winning logos on this side piece. This is how the seat and front wing look as of now. I added some C/F to the cockpit area to detail it up.   |
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Post by indy on Oct 11, 2010 0:05:31 GMT -5
Very cool effect with the steel wool!
Jordan
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Post by illeagle10 on Oct 11, 2010 7:31:45 GMT -5
Looks like your having some fun with this one Calvin!
Jim
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Post by Calvin on Oct 12, 2010 1:52:18 GMT -5
Looks like your having some fun with this one Calvin! Jim Yep, especially when your building a top notch model like a Tamiya.... and when the paint job comes out very nice! as seen below on the body. ;D   I know I say this a lot but This is my best color coat EVER.I think the reason why is I followed these instructions closely at: www.tamiyausa.com/articles/feature.php?article-id=35For those using Tamiya TS paint I totally recommend reading this. I mean just look at how good my Camel yellow came out! |
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Post by Chris on Oct 12, 2010 13:05:46 GMT -5
Excellent Paint, the article from Tamiya should go out in every magazine and forum and be read by anyone who paints Period! A lot of people take shortcuts and pay the price but following this guys procedures will get you Great paint every time...Chris  |
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Post by Calvin on Oct 13, 2010 0:12:36 GMT -5
I just got the Indycals on the Body. I will have the Decals on the wings done later....I still haven't got them painted yet.     The fit of the body look great! |
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Post by Deleted on Oct 13, 2010 6:46:16 GMT -5
Wow! Looking great!
Stu
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Post by sandysixtysfan on Oct 13, 2010 8:13:21 GMT -5
Wow, this is looking great! A really good looking F1 car and model.
Sandy
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Post by Calvin on Nov 5, 2010 22:52:38 GMT -5
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Post by Calvin on Nov 13, 2010 18:44:20 GMT -5
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Post by illeagle10 on Nov 13, 2010 20:20:12 GMT -5
Your Lotus turned out really nice Calvin! Another great job!
Jim
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Post by Art Laski on Nov 14, 2010 14:25:25 GMT -5
Wow! Very nice! Looks to me like you met your goals.
-Art
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Post by clm1545 on Nov 14, 2010 16:53:43 GMT -5
Calvin AKA "The Machine" strikes again. He builds a show car in the time it takes me to cut the parts off the sprue. Another great job.
Take Care
Craig
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Post by indy on Nov 15, 2010 1:31:03 GMT -5
I saw the completed build before your comments and I was thinking that this had to be the best paint job I have seen you do Calvin - incredible work my friend!
Jordan
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Post by alwaysindy on Nov 15, 2010 23:43:29 GMT -5
Calvin:
We have a saying here;
"It's so slick, the flies would have to wear tennis shoes!" Super job ,my friend. THE MACHINE is at it again!
I never see this car that I don't remember watching TV and Chris Economacki interviewing Senna after he won the Detroit G.P.
CE: "Ayrton, how did you overcome the pit stop for the flat tire?"
AS: "Oh, dat fla tie rella fack up ebertang!"
EC:"Uhhhh...uhhh..."
One of the rare times Economacki was speechless...TRUE story...
Tim
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Post by Calvin on Dec 7, 2015 3:38:15 GMT -5
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Post by sandysixtysfan on Dec 7, 2015 8:20:22 GMT -5
Great builds on all of these F1's Calvin.
Sandy
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Post by Patrick on Dec 8, 2015 2:04:33 GMT -5
Calvin,
I missed seeing this beautiful build. Wow! Your paint came out so well! The gold edged Camel logos are killer.!
Patrick
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