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Post by ttocs78z28 on Dec 26, 2013 20:08:55 GMT -5
I am NOT a very accomplished or prolific builder, but as a long time Indy 500 fan I love this forum. Somehow my son caught on and surprised me with this for Xmas. Looking for comments from more experienced builders: 1)Opinions regarding this kit and ease of build. 2)I think there were only a handful of March Chevys in the 1988 Indy 500. How difficult to build as Emmos car? I think he was either 2nd or 3rd that year. 3)If so, where to get “smoking” type decals? Thanks. Scott  |
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Post by clm1545 on Dec 26, 2013 22:51:51 GMT -5
Most of us much prefer the AMT kits to the Monogram, Scott. However if you want something to get yourself started building, go for it. Now and then a mystery cowboy drops some decals off at Calvin's place. Send him a PM and you might be in luck.
Take Care
Craig
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Post by Calvin on Dec 26, 2013 23:43:58 GMT -5
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Post by Calvin on Dec 26, 2013 23:45:57 GMT -5
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Post by INDY22IAM on Dec 27, 2013 10:35:22 GMT -5
That is awesome. It is nice when the kids start getting you gifts. The Monogram kit is a good kit depending on how picky you get and detailed with the kit. It goes together fairly easy. Like I said it depends if gaps bug you are not you may want to do a little fill here and there. I like these models with the removable cowlings. They show off the engine detail. Have fun and always come back for more advice and help. Also do a build WIP we love to see the progress as she goes. There are no experts here just model builders.
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Post by harveythedog2 on Dec 27, 2013 10:40:45 GMT -5
There is a very detailed build of this car in an old Motor Racing Replica News magazine that would help with detail.
Somebody help me remember the issue #.
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Post by ttocs78z28 on Dec 27, 2013 13:37:21 GMT -5
Thanks guys. I'd rather build Emmo's car than Lil Al. Will be contacting Indycal for the 89 decals and Calvin for the "fill-ins" but need to get thru busy holidays first....... And, OK, I'll try a WIP. But if the WIP ends at some point short of completion, you'll know I likely F'd it up.
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Post by clm1545 on Dec 27, 2013 13:41:25 GMT -5
Just remember, Scott. Only one guy has to happy with any build, YOU.
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Post by shunter on Dec 28, 2013 16:37:45 GMT -5
That is a nice pick up...enjoy building it.
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Post by ttocs78z28 on Jan 18, 2014 10:14:19 GMT -5
wheels & tires. Next: engine & drivetrain  |
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Post by Calvin on Jan 18, 2014 19:27:54 GMT -5
You made those look real!
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Post by ttocs78z28 on Jan 25, 2014 12:25:44 GMT -5
Here is drivetrain and rear suspension. Next is rear engine cover.   |
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Post by racerbrown on Jan 25, 2014 12:46:40 GMT -5
coming along very nicely!
thanks for sharing.
duane
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Post by Calvin on Jan 25, 2014 13:21:42 GMT -5
Very good looking!
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Post by indy on Jan 26, 2014 0:26:46 GMT -5
Great looking detail paint. You'll make this Monogram car look good.
Jordan
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Post by ttocs78z28 on Jan 26, 2014 12:55:36 GMT -5
Advise needed.........this kit comes with a driver figure I don't plan on using. But there's no seat belt molded into the driver seat and no decal. I won't be buying any kind of photo etched arrangement due to expense. I see various decals sheets available but don't know what they'll look like on the model. What can you guys tell me? Thanks.
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Post by indy on Jan 26, 2014 14:31:21 GMT -5
Advise needed.........this kit comes with a driver figure I don't plan on using. But there's no seat belt molded into the driver seat and no decal. I won't be buying any kind of photo etched arrangement due to expense. I see various decals sheets available but don't know what they'll look like on the model. What can you guys tell me? Thanks. IndyCals has a nice sheet. indycals.net/decals/accessories/seatbelts.htmlJordan |
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Post by kurzheck on Jan 26, 2014 15:53:19 GMT -5
For cheapo belts you can use either electrical or masking tape cut into 1/8" or 2mm strips. Use a Sharpie to color the masking tape and a silver Sharpie for the buckles. Alternatively you can use aluminum foil duct tape for the buckles.
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Post by jamesharvey on Jan 27, 2014 11:28:17 GMT -5
I agree with kurzheck's suggestion about using masking tape. I have done it several times and it works just fine. I like the fact that it has a textured surface rather than smooth. In addition it is obviously easy to apply and adjust. The silver sharpie is a god-send to get the buckles and other hardware to look sharp. Good luck. You sure seem to be on the right track.
Jim
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Post by hurtubise56 on Jan 28, 2014 15:08:19 GMT -5
Not only are there no belts, Monogram didn't even give us a seat! Indycals decals are a good idea, but be advised that there is no latch assembly depicted! You could scratch-build something 3-D out of scrap plastic for the latch. Nice work so far, keep it up!
Brian
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Post by ttocs78z28 on Feb 4, 2014 21:00:55 GMT -5
Heres the interior. Not sure why this kit has all the radiator & plumbing details because it looks like the side pod glues over top and so not visible.  |
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Post by indy on Feb 4, 2014 21:42:34 GMT -5
You don't have to glue the sidepod down  Jordan |
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Post by ttocs78z28 on Feb 8, 2014 14:42:12 GMT -5
I'm wanting to convert this Monogram Al Unser Jr. 88 Chevy March into the #20 Patrick Chevy March that Emerson Fittipaldi drove that same year. First thing I see is the rear cover has flip-up winglets in front of the rear wheels. Photos I see of #20 didn't have these. In order to make a reasonable facsimile, I feel like I have to cut and remove the black sections:  Now the cover sides panels present a problem because of the arc doesn't match the new cut profile of the cover.   I soaked a few seconds in boiling water and reshaped the arc. Here's the side panels glued on and with putty to fill in the back dip.  Here's where I'm at today. Let the white dry a few days and then try to mask & paint the orange.   |
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Post by indy on Feb 8, 2014 21:26:59 GMT -5
Great bodywork! Keep it up.
Jordan
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Post by ttocs78z28 on Feb 19, 2014 22:32:24 GMT -5
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Post by Art Laski on Feb 20, 2014 13:09:48 GMT -5
Looks good. Keep it up!
Art
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Post by ttocs78z28 on Mar 1, 2014 12:43:11 GMT -5
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Post by cobra276 on Mar 2, 2014 10:53:24 GMT -5
Looks good! The Mac Tools car was the first kit I built getting back into the hobby. Looks like you've got some good references too.
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Post by cobra276 on Mar 2, 2014 10:59:53 GMT -5
Looks good! The Mac Tools car was the first kit I built getting back into the hobby. Looks like you've got some good references too.
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Post by Calvin on Mar 2, 2014 11:39:50 GMT -5
Hey! Its coming together really good! Looks like smoking cowboys worked out fine on it!
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