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Post by drums01 on Apr 17, 2013 19:57:08 GMT -5
Well, here it is with decals. I'm posting it here because I missed the deadline on the winter build contest. I have the remaining rear suspension pieces and the water fill spout, the windshield, mirrors, wheel spinners done but not put on this until I finish the snake exhaust. I've pulled three pictures and show three different configurations for the exhaust tubes into the collectors. I also have a photo etch seat harness to install. I also need to add the rivet detail and clear coat the body. I believe that with these photos you can see the overall result. I hope you like it....      The master Helper and his product...  |
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Post by indy on Apr 17, 2013 20:43:53 GMT -5
Looks great!!
So is the helper your son? Looks like he likes the build, too!
Jordan
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Post by indycals on Apr 17, 2013 21:13:34 GMT -5
That looks great! I'm so glad to see this one finished. Your helper seems to be pointing out a mistake  |
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Post by gavkiwi on Apr 17, 2013 21:26:24 GMT -5
excellent, nice job !!!!
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Post by drums01 on Apr 18, 2013 4:19:05 GMT -5
Yes, the master helper is indeed my son, his name is Jarrod, he is 14. My older three children never got into scale modeling. Now in their 30's it is doubtful they will. And actually, I'm hoping that he was simply admiring his handiwork, but you're probably right (smile).
You really cannot see the tire stripe on these pictures that I painted. I used the Firestone portion of the decal and solvaset then flat acrylic black around the sidewall.
I'll post some final pictures once the last items are completed.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 18, 2013 10:59:08 GMT -5
Nice job....Your build looks great. And let's be honest...assembling a kit this well is exhausting work !!
Tom T.
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Post by Patrick on Apr 18, 2013 20:39:02 GMT -5
Excellent work and attention to the details on a so-so kit!  Patrick |
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Post by drums01 on May 5, 2013 21:06:43 GMT -5
All,
The last parts are done including the seat harness, snake exhaust, windshield with mirrors, rear suspension arms, rivet detail, clear coat, water fill and overflow spout, etc, etc. Last pictures tomorrow!
Next, on to an OOB Senna build.
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Post by drums01 on May 6, 2013 17:28:21 GMT -5
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Post by indy on May 6, 2013 20:37:05 GMT -5
Wow wow wow!! Incredible work! Love the business look shot and the detail under the bodywork - superb job. Jordan |
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Post by Patrick on May 6, 2013 20:37:12 GMT -5
Primo!
Patrick
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Post by drums01 on May 7, 2013 15:56:20 GMT -5
Thanks guys!, I believe the parts count went from around 30 in kit form, to a final count of 223.
I learned things about this car that I never knew before building it. Cutting out the big battery box and building the cockpit, front suspension and radiator detail was a challenge. Authenticating the various changes to the scoops, engine cowling, short suspension, and scratch built parts as well as the item colors was sometimes fun and other times exhausting. Not sure if I'm building this much scratch detail again soon, but I'm glad that others (different than me) appreciate it.
After weighing it with all the brass and other metal details, I believe it weighs every bit as much as any similar die-cast.
Thanks for looking and the positive responses.....
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Post by Michael Chriss on May 7, 2013 20:58:25 GMT -5
I started mine right after you started this. I didn't take me long to realize that to build this into anything which resembles the actual car requires much more skill, patience, time, and other attributes which I do not possess. You did a fantastic job with this. I may just finish mine OOB just to use Michael's great decals. Great job!
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Post by pntmachine on May 7, 2013 21:09:43 GMT -5
Beautiful job on this my friend, the detail, the look, the stance it all looks amazing. The fabrication and scratch work looks amazing as well. Michael's decals look great too. Good job to you and your helper!!!
Kevin
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Post by clm1545 on May 7, 2013 23:16:59 GMT -5
Super work.
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Post by drums01 on May 8, 2013 4:15:53 GMT -5
Thanks again to all for the kind words. Jarrod (my son) is happy with the results too!
Now on to a Senna build......
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Post by harveythedog2 on May 8, 2013 9:52:26 GMT -5
Great work and detail! Awesome!
Stu
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Post by herk56 on May 8, 2013 16:19:14 GMT -5
Awesome job on a dog of a kit! I had that kit long ago (before Indycals) and couldn't bring myself to attempt it. I may have to look for another, your build is inspiring!
Brian
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Post by drums01 on May 10, 2013 4:18:35 GMT -5
Thank again to everyone for the encouragement during the build and the compliments after.
Jarrod is proud of his involvement.
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Post by racerbrown on May 13, 2013 6:36:04 GMT -5
kudos to both of you for making this turn out so well!
thanks for sharing and inspiring.
duane
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