AUTOS - Racing Car Group Build (ends 12/1/04)

bobbaily, its looking good so far. will look forward to seing it bult.

Cheers Trev

thx Trev-looking forward to having it done!

Niclas,

That's an awesome decal job....how do you get all of those decals around those compound curves without all of the wrinkling up that happens? I'd need a case of Solvaset

Glenn

QUOTE: Originally posted by mississippivol Niclas, That's an awesome decal job....how do you get all of those decals around those compound curves without all of the wrinkling up that happens? I'd need a case of Solvaset Glenn

As a matter af fact I had to get me a new bottle of Micro Sol to finish the body. Made some progress last night and it's now time to bring out the bottles with clear so I can coat the body of this beauty. There's only one tiny decal left on the hood and than it's full steam ahead on the airbrush Have a little more to put in the drivers compartment and then it's all covered with CF-decal....and still has to order some more to finish the chassi and engine details. It's hard to get the thumb out of the butt

Niclas

In regards to the badge, I like U96's

The vol

Hi guys!
It's been a while since I posted. Started an education in August and have had my hands full since then and haven't felt for modelling. But now I'm back with a vengance. I will not be able to finish in time til the 1st of december but I'll keep you posted of my progress. Done some decent decaling during the weekend and I'm hoping that I will manage to put some pics up during the week or next weekend.
until then,
best regards
Joel

Back also. Sorry, changed jobs

I've dumped the idea of adding the driver and co-driver in the Lancia 037, they were proving a little too troublesome and holding up progess on everything else! I couldn't get the white overalls looking right, fitting the etched belts around them was a nightmare, and so on.

So the poor chaps are put to one side (maybe I'll squeeze them into my Renault Alpine later on) - and hey presto instant progress! The cockpit, seats, dash and rollcage are done, and the engine block and transmission is just receiving some additional detailing. I hope to start the bodywork this weekend, so if I pull my finger out, I might make the deadline!

I love the work-in-progress - proosen's DTM decalling and mach's engine bay are superb!

The offending drivers!


Couple of views of the cockpit in progress...

U-96:
Nice progress on the 037, I have one of thoose in the pile my self. It's always nice to see what other people can do with the material. Pity about the crew, would have looked fine with a crowded cockpit. What do you think of the kit so far? I don't know what to think about Hasegawa, it's like Fujimi...hit or miss. You never know!?

Joel:
Nice to see you back on track, sorry to hear you're not going to finish in time. I had some set backs with the CLK-GTR so I won't finish that one in time. Better do it well rather than quick I think. Going to Hobbymässan? I'll be there friday or saturday, If so let me know and maybe we can join up and talk some models or whatever!? I must say I'm in trouble with the bike for our private battle on IPMS-Open '05, but I'll do my best to finish a Ducati 916 until then.

Niclas

Well, after about 2 months in the making I have finally finished my last model for the CBP. I'm really glad this model is finally complete.... but I'm happy with the result.

Thanks for looking....

Eric
Man that thing looks great. I love all the detail that you put into it.

And to all who will not be able to finish in time I hate to hear about that. I to do not think I will be able to finish in time. I have run into a wall on the dale jr. dio. So that means the C-5R wil most likely be moth balled until I can get the time.

Hey guys, lookin' good!

Niclas, good to see that one coming along so well, still remember mine all to well... Yep, just two words for that decal job, as you would have found... MicroSol and patience! But a very enjoyable build.

Must say I really miss building and most likely won't do any serious building till about mid-Dec. My house move is confirmed, so that justabout kills any new projects - no use to start building just before moving house!

That is some good looking Mustang, incredible work and skill. Love the nuts/bolts that holds the front fenders in place, nice touch of a forgotten area. I have one of thoose laying in my pile with a need of paint stripping and some extensive work to finish it of. You did however put the bar to high for me so it'll be lurking on the shelf for some time in a distant future

Niclas

Wow Eric - nice stang!

Welcome back to the otha lads who were away for a short period.

News:
- Grp Badge Voting: So far only 1 vote for U-96 badge (see post 1, page 1 for badges and voting ends with start of Nov).

And did you see that some other bloke started a WRC Group Build LOL - sounds like me bout 5-months ago. Some of you lads may want in if you can't get enough of building models.

Great job on the Mustang Eric-one wonders if you didn't build a real car and just photo it-it's that good!

Put Gloss coat on the 'cuda funny car after decaling and it 'wrinkled'-will spend some time with the toothpaste polishing-again. Not sure if the base coat hadn't cured yet or a bad can of Gloss. Not sure if I'll 're-gloss' or just try a little wax. After this paint experience, I think I'll go build a tank......

Thanks everybody for the compliments....

Bob, I never clear over decals.. I know a lot of people do and they work just fine for them but they've never worked for me. Burned a couple times, I choose to just put some wax on them after they're good and dry. To me I'd rather have nice smooth decals with a slightly glossy finish (i.e. wax) over super shiney wrinkled decals anyday.

Eric-thx for the tip. Funny thing is that the decals (side panels) are ok for the most part-the wrinkling was/is more noticable on the hortizonal surfaces. Did a little polishing last nigt with toothpaste (at least this car won't get cavities....) and will do a little more on the roof and deck lid tonight. Might try the wax option. Couldn't hurt at this point.

Eric-quick question(s)-what kind of wax do you use and how do you keep from damaging the decals in the process? I applied setting solution to said decals.

Thanks

proosen:
I'm finding the kit to be fine, although it is perhaps the most complex I've attempted, so it's a bit of a learning exercise for me. One thing that does annoy is that there are plentiful seam marks, injection pin depressions etc, all over, even on small parts. I started off meticulously fixing them, but after looking at some some source pictures, a lot of the parts on the Lancia do have a rough-and-ready look - forging seams and mould depressions do occur in real life - so I was careful only to tidy up parts where necessary.

I don't know if there are any differences between the Revell and Hasegawa boxings, but the fit seems to be okay so far.

The painting guide is pretty basic for the interior and engine (aluminium for everything!) so again, I've based it on source pics which reveal brightly coloured springs, different metal shades on components, and carbon fibre parts. The CF decals I used on the door are a little bright and probably 1/12 rather than 1/24 (I seem to remember someone else had the same fun earlier in the thread) but I quite like the effect, so I'll stick with it.

Bob, I use "The Treatment Model Car Wax" or Tamiya makes a liquid wax, not to be confused with the Tamiya polishing compound. At times I have had good results using something as simple as Pledge furniture polish. Just spray a little on a rag wrapped around the end of you finger and gently rub it on to the set and dried decal from the center out and then wipe off the excess. They won't look like they've been clear coated but they will have a nice realistic sheen to them.

Those are some excellent looking race cars fella's...very impressive work !

My project is finally done, I took the week off too complete it...just kidding. I took the week off inorder to watch the world series.

This was a very enjoyable build, but it had it's moments. There were lots of fit issues as well as mold lines to clean up. The most difficult part of this kit was the decals. Trying to get those decals around the fenders and hood was an ordeal. I ended up using two sets of decals to get everthing lined up correctly. I used the kit decals for the front of the car and Slixx decals for the rest. Any other minor issues were corrected with a bit of paint.

I spent over 100 hours on this model. A lot of that time was spent on the paint and decals as well as detailing. I added Detail Master's racing harness, window net and hood pin kit. I used Modern Motorsport's steering wheel with wiring. I added braces to the rear spoiler using styrene. I added window braces using a sharpie and a ruler. I detailed the wheels with MAS PE brakes and Slixx tire and wheel accessory sheet.

There's so much more that I could have done to this kit. This project was a first for me. I've never built a Nascar kit before. Now that I've got one under my belt I'm already thinking about the next...Maybe a superdetailed build.










Darren

Darren, talk of impressive work - that Taurus fits right in there.

QUOTE: Originally posted by proosen U-96: I don't know what to think about Hasegawa, it's like Fujimi...hit or miss. You never know!? Niclas

I've not had this problem with Haseqawa, are you refering to any specific kit? I've just finished with a Fujimi Mercedes and I would definately agree with you about that manufacturer

Eric-polished a little more and then used a little Meguire's auto wax-worked like a charm.

Thanks again for the tip.

I've just found an old copy of TMMI within which was an article on building the Corolla WRC. I was doing mine strickly OOB but this article persuaded me to do a bit more so I'm now withdrawing it from the GB so as I can get the various aftermarket decal sheets etc. It will take a bit longer to finish than the scheduled end of this GB so I will concentrate just on the Ferrari for this GB.

Hi guys!!!!!! i'm new to the contest and about to start working on my USA-1 '88 Chevy Silverado Monster Truck!!! First progress pics should come somewhat quickly!

Hey Darren,

Yummy M&M's ride! The decal work over the nose is really well done.

Glenn

QUOTE: Originally posted by nicholma QUOTE: Originally posted by proosen U-96: I don't know what to think about Hasegawa, it's like Fujimi...hit or miss. You never know!? Niclas I've not had this problem with Haseqawa, are you refering to any specific kit? I've just finished with a Fujimi Mercedes and I would definately agree with you about that manufacturer

The few Hasegawas I bought hasn't really set me on fire. In some points they're better than Tamiya but over all Tamiya is on top with better quality and detail in their products. I only buy Hasegawa if it's a subject that nobody else make. As you already stated Fujimi can be everything from a mere disaster to good.

Niclas

QUOTE: Originally posted by proosen Joel: Nice to see you back on track, sorry to hear you're not going to finish in time. I had some set backs with the CLK-GTR so I won't finish that one in time. Better do it well rather than quick I think. Going to Hobbymässan? I'll be there friday or saturday, If so let me know and maybe we can join up and talk some models or whatever!? I must say I'm in trouble with the bike for our private battle on IPMS-Open '05, but I'll do my best to finish a Ducati 916 until then. Niclas

Hi
No I'm not going to mässan (or shall I say didn't go??) Desperatly seeking time for modelling at all so I guess it's not just possible right now. But IPMS open is still a challange. I should have finished this peugeot until then and I have three more RCV:s to finish as well (starting to get a bit tired of those suckers...) A friend in Australia is hopefully seperating from a set of Suzuka 8-hours decals for the Suzuki Yoshimura Hayabusa kit, very limited production and that would be a great kit to do in the dear future. So IPMS Open it is. This weekend you all will have some pics on my progress of the pug, think it will be pretty good.
regards
Joel

Well, its November - 1 month to go . . . can you feel the tension . . .

Unfortunately, with so much interest at the start, only 2 group badges were nominated, and only one person voted! (I didn't vote cos I kinda run this show).

Anyway, U-96's badge won by a popular vote of 1 (1 out of 1 vote LOL).

Here it is:


The url address is below, you guys can copy it:
http://www.marmoset.plus.com/finescale/racecargb.jpg

Happy sporting your Badge - And wear it with Pride.

Oh, my! Should we have a recount? Thanks for the help. I also want to add that I've thoroughly enjoyed my first group build with ya'll and have learned much from each of you.

Glenn
From the land of Magnolias and sweet tea.