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                        AUTO - Rally Cars

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                        SeaBee
                        • Member since
                          March 2004
                        • From: Paarl, South Africa
                        Posted by SeaBee on Wednesday, January 12, 2005 3:34 AM
                        *Grunt of frustration* It's too windy to spray anything for about a week now! At least someone is getting something done! My 1st step is completed, now for suspension... But alas, the body has to wait for less windy days!
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                        Anonymous
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                          November 2005
                        Posted by Anonymous on Tuesday, January 11, 2005 10:25 AM
                        Wohoooo! I finally finished painting the body. As I have never painted a car body before I was rather scared of going at it. Very much since it was a two paint job with red and black. Did the last coat of red last week and put some black on the gravel shields this morning wich turned out close to perfection. I used Bare Metal Foil to mask of the area closest to the shield so that I could get the black close to the body. Worked great.
                        /Joel
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                        nicholma
                        • Member since
                          September 2003
                        • From: New Zealand
                        Posted by nicholma on Friday, January 7, 2005 8:47 PM
                        Spent several hours yesterday masking up the body for the Marlboro red and was just about finished when checking again the positioning of the mask at the rear that i noticed that the rear mudguards on the Hasegawa model are not quite correct. I'm using the 1975 San Remo model as the base for my 1974 car. On checking my references I've found that the shape of the rear guards changed considerably and distinctively over time. Although its only a subtle change between 1974 and 1975 I think I will have to scrap the masking and modify the guards which shuldn't be too much of a chore - just a little filler to flare them in better.
                        Kia ora, Mark "Time flies like the wind, fruit flies like bananas"
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                        SeaBee
                        • Member since
                          March 2004
                        • From: Paarl, South Africa
                        Posted by SeaBee on Tuesday, January 4, 2005 1:26 AM
                        Johnda, join anytime! If it makes you feel any better, I also just started. Not even halfway with step 1 yet!
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                        nicholma
                        • Member since
                          September 2003
                        • From: New Zealand
                        Posted by nicholma on Monday, January 3, 2005 7:40 PM
                        QUOTE: Originally posted by Johnda

                        The pic's I have seen on this thread look great, am disapointed i missed the start of te GB otheriwse i'd of joined in on this one, can't wait to see the finished models


                        Johnda you can join in.

                        Chris is our "GB Master" and I'm sure he would welcome anyone. The finish date hasn't been finalised - November was suggested to tie in with the conclusion of the 2005 WRC so there is heaps of time for you.
                        Kia ora, Mark "Time flies like the wind, fruit flies like bananas"
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                        Anonymous
                        • Member since
                          November 2005
                        Posted by Anonymous on Monday, January 3, 2005 1:49 PM
                        The pic's I have seen on this thread look great, am disapointed i missed the start of te GB otheriwse i'd of joined in on this one, can't wait to see the finished models
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                        Anonymous
                        • Member since
                          November 2005
                        Posted by Anonymous on Monday, January 3, 2005 12:14 PM
                        Hi guys!
                        I'm stuck in the idea of "this thread is worthless without pics" so perhaps that's why I haven't posted even though I DO make progress. I ended up having to put a third wet coat on the Pug today as some areas wasn't looking good. I have started some protection plates in the wheel housings and som lighter wheathering of the chassis under side.
                        Perhaps I could manage some pics but don't get your hopes up...:-)
                        best regards
                        Joel - who is longing for a decent decal job...
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                        nicholma
                        • Member since
                          September 2003
                        • From: New Zealand
                        Posted by nicholma on Monday, January 3, 2005 3:52 AM
                        I must be the only one still active - too much Christmas dinner and New Year cheer for the rest of youLaugh [(-D]Laugh [(-D]Laugh [(-D]Laugh [(-D].

                        The Stratos has had the body painted in white and is now ready for a fine windless day (I have to paint outdoors with spray cans) to do the Marlboro red. Much of the suspension, dash, seats, interior detail has also been painted up and is ready for the final assembly.
                        Kia ora, Mark "Time flies like the wind, fruit flies like bananas"
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                        nicholma
                        • Member since
                          September 2003
                        • From: New Zealand
                        Posted by nicholma on Thursday, December 30, 2004 5:20 AM
                        The body is still waiting to be painted. I've decided to mask off and spray the Marlboro red as its quite a simple mask. Much of the suspension and interior detail is painted but I'll have to concentrate on another GB build for a few days so progress will be slow for a bit.
                        Kia ora, Mark "Time flies like the wind, fruit flies like bananas"
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                        nicholma
                        • Member since
                          September 2003
                        • From: New Zealand
                        Posted by nicholma on Tuesday, December 28, 2004 5:22 AM
                        Further progress made on the Stratos today, chassis completed and painted, now ready for all the suspension and cockpit detail to be added. The body has also been prepared ready for painting. Hopefully tomorrow
                        Kia ora, Mark "Time flies like the wind, fruit flies like bananas"
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                        DanCooper
                        • Member since
                          March 2004
                        • From: Belgium
                        Posted by DanCooper on Monday, December 27, 2004 11:52 AM
                        QUOTE: Originally posted by nicholma

                        Pat the Subaru is coming along very nicely, I especially like the crew figures. i think you've done a very nice job with them - are you adding the mikes to the helmets?


                        Actually she didn't think of it, but it's too late now the car has been closed.

                        On the bench : Revell's 1/125 RV Calypso

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                        nicholma
                        • Member since
                          September 2003
                        • From: New Zealand
                        Posted by nicholma on Monday, December 27, 2004 2:09 AM
                        Pat the Subaru is coming along very nicely, I especially like the crew figures. i think you've done a very nice job with them - are you adding the mikes to the helmets?
                        Kia ora, Mark "Time flies like the wind, fruit flies like bananas"
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                        nicholma
                        • Member since
                          September 2003
                        • From: New Zealand
                        Posted by nicholma on Monday, December 27, 2004 2:03 AM
                        QUOTE: Originally posted by DanCooper

                        Is that still the same kit that was released in the late 70's or early 80's as a motorized kit, nicholma ?


                        No wasn't that a Nitto or Bandai or something??

                        The Haseqawa kits is a very nice "curbsider".
                        Kia ora, Mark "Time flies like the wind, fruit flies like bananas"
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                        Anonymous
                        • Member since
                          November 2005
                        Posted by Anonymous on Saturday, December 25, 2004 8:51 AM
                        Well, here I am with the next few pics of the interior, wich is about 99% complete :







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                        SeaBee
                        • Member since
                          March 2004
                        • From: Paarl, South Africa
                        Posted by SeaBee on Monday, December 20, 2004 2:11 AM
                        Imprezzive! (Sorry, it's Monday, could not resist!)
                        Looking very nice, Pat!

                        I made a start as well over the weekend. Actually took out the box (major accomplishment!) and then sprayed the undertray. So absolutely nothing worth showing as yet.
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                        Anonymous
                        • Member since
                          November 2005
                        Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, December 19, 2004 6:03 PM
                        Here is the first picture of my progress on the Tamiya Subaru Impreza WRC 2002...
                        It's a fine kit and I haven't encountered any problems yet.



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                        DanCooper
                        • Member since
                          March 2004
                        • From: Belgium
                        Posted by DanCooper on Sunday, December 19, 2004 4:47 PM
                        Is that still the same kit that was released in the late 70's or early 80's as a motorized kit, nicholma ?

                        On the bench : Revell's 1/125 RV Calypso

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                        nicholma
                        • Member since
                          September 2003
                        • From: New Zealand
                        Posted by nicholma on Sunday, December 19, 2004 2:42 AM
                        I've finally startedBig Smile [:D]Big Smile [:D]Big Smile [:D] I had some spare time this afternnon and couldn't work further on my current project so I started Haseqawa's Stratos. Admittedly I havent' got far just the engine compartment and chassis glued up but at least its underway.Smile [:)]Smile [:)]Smile [:)]
                        Kia ora, Mark "Time flies like the wind, fruit flies like bananas"
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                        DanCooper
                        • Member since
                          March 2004
                        • From: Belgium
                        Posted by DanCooper on Saturday, December 18, 2004 2:13 PM
                        Work on Pat's car is going fine, she's just finished with the underside and moving to the interior. As soon as she gives me the 'go' I'll put a pic up here.

                        On the bench : Revell's 1/125 RV Calypso

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                        nicholma
                        • Member since
                          September 2003
                        • From: New Zealand
                        Posted by nicholma on Friday, December 10, 2004 1:54 AM
                        Nothing like a family affair!
                        Kia ora, Mark "Time flies like the wind, fruit flies like bananas"
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                        DanCooper
                        • Member since
                          March 2004
                        • From: Belgium
                        Posted by DanCooper on Thursday, December 9, 2004 6:27 PM
                        Pat has got her kit she's in with the Subaru Imprezza WRC 2002, and she has become a member as well her handle is "PatCooper" Smile [:)]

                        However, I'll have to jump in after New Year (out of funds Angry [:(!] )

                        On the bench : Revell's 1/125 RV Calypso

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                        SeaBee
                        • Member since
                          March 2004
                        • From: Paarl, South Africa
                        Posted by SeaBee on Thursday, December 9, 2004 5:50 AM
                        Hey, good news.... We finished moving in, have been unpacking, painting and moving stuff around for almost 2 weeks now - a never-ending job! Not to mention the "Hon-please-fix-this-and-while-you're-doing-it..." little jobs!

                        Study is starting to get up and running, desk is in... I might just get to put my grubby paws on a model this weekend! First time in 2 months or more.
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                        DanCooper
                        • Member since
                          March 2004
                        • From: Belgium
                        Posted by DanCooper on Saturday, December 4, 2004 7:09 AM
                        Some more news now...........................................

                        My wife (who's not yet a member on the forum) would like to join as well.Big Smile [:D]

                        On the bench : Revell's 1/125 RV Calypso

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                        DanCooper
                        • Member since
                          March 2004
                        • From: Belgium
                        Posted by DanCooper on Saturday, December 4, 2004 7:04 AM
                        Indeed, no nitrous in the WRC, that's against the rules.

                        I think I'll go shopping next week, I'm still not sure which car it will be, but I'll join this GB for sure.
                        It's been ages since my last rally-car and I think I'll try something with fiber-optics too.

                        On the bench : Revell's 1/125 RV Calypso

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                        nicholma
                        • Member since
                          September 2003
                        • From: New Zealand
                        Posted by nicholma on Monday, November 29, 2004 2:05 AM
                        QUOTE: Originally posted by darrenbb
                        Can someone tell me what that blue cylinder in front of the drivers seat is?


                        Fire extinguisher - they don't run nitrous
                        Kia ora, Mark "Time flies like the wind, fruit flies like bananas"
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                        nicholma
                        • Member since
                          September 2003
                        • From: New Zealand
                        Posted by nicholma on Monday, November 29, 2004 2:02 AM
                        QUOTE: Originally posted by ChrisJPB

                        Hey Mark,

                        I don't know why but I fancy the Skoda team. You think they might have a chance next year? Big Smile [:D]


                        What's the old saying .... "God loves an optimist" Laugh [(-D]Laugh [(-D]


                        Kia ora, Mark "Time flies like the wind, fruit flies like bananas"
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                        Anonymous
                        • Member since
                          November 2005
                        Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, November 28, 2004 11:38 PM
                        since its blue id guess Nitrous Oxide. but then again due to the location i would say fire extinguisher. from my knowlege, NoS tanks are in the back, so the final verdict would be that its a fire extinguesher
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                        Anonymous
                        • Member since
                          November 2005
                        Posted by Anonymous on Sunday, November 28, 2004 9:49 PM
                        Here's some more progress pics. The interior is going slower than expected, mainly due to the problems i'm having painting the figures. I think I repainted this one 5 or 6 times. I had no clue how hard it would be. I will not glue the arms on until I get the steering wheel inplace. One down, one more to go. I also substituted the kit CF decals with ScaleMotorSports 1/24 plain weave pewter CF decals...what a difference. The kit ones looked like a big checker board. For the most part i'm happy with the figure, but if anyone has any suggestions feel free to share.







                        Can someone tell me what that blue cylinder in front of the drivers seat is?

                        Darren
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                        ChrisJPB
                        • Member since
                          December 2002
                        • From: USA
                        Posted by ChrisJPB on Sunday, November 28, 2004 4:28 AM
                        Hey Mark,

                        I don't know why but I fancy the Skoda team. You think they might have a chance next year? Big Smile [:D]
                        Chris Coastal Carolina Modelers Assos.
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                        nicholma
                        • Member since
                          September 2003
                        • From: New Zealand
                        Posted by nicholma on Sunday, November 28, 2004 2:17 AM
                        QUOTE: Originally posted by ChrisJPB

                        Tamiya's loss, Seabee. Maybe they are waitng for a Japanese make of car to win the WRC again.Big Smile [:D]


                        So maybe 2006 then after Citreon and Peugeot depart ?? Should be long enough for Mitsubishi to get their WRC sorted, although if the championship is based solely on agressive looks it would win by miles now!
                        Kia ora, Mark "Time flies like the wind, fruit flies like bananas"
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