Jeremy Jon Posted September 7, 2014 Author Share Posted September 7, 2014 Thanks guys Down to the digital bits now for the W2 build now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frozono Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 wow....... nice one........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted September 7, 2014 Share Posted September 7, 2014 Jeremy, love the decals/scripts you've prepped. You are to be commended on tackling such an interesting car. I always liked the real car but it turned out just wasn't to be. Fun to watch you build this and I get to learn along the way. Cheers, Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Jon Posted September 8, 2014 Author Share Posted September 8, 2014 (edited) Thanks Luis & Tim Lots of "life" things have been holding up my progress on projects, but I'm too stubborn to ever quit! On the positive, got my big box of rubber tires casted in today, just like Christmas, including the first 15 sets of proper Pirelli P7s for Vector W2! Edited September 11, 2014 by Jeremy Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Jon Posted September 14, 2014 Author Share Posted September 14, 2014 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Great work on this Jeremy. Looks like the kit is getting closer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
66belair Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Beautiful work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Jon Posted September 14, 2014 Author Share Posted September 14, 2014 Thanks Mike & JC Yes JC, lots of little changes to make it possible, over just a straight 'build', things which take time, but don't photograph well, like thickening sections and removing under-cuts & further refinements to the body/chassis ...but closer! Been trying out some new type silicone mold material, practising with an existing kit part, to see which type to use for making the Vector molds from?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedfreak Posted September 14, 2014 Share Posted September 14, 2014 Whatever car that is looks cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantacmet Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 CAST THIS PLEASE! I've never bought a resin kit but I'd probably pick this up. I remember when this came out, i had many an article on it. I'd grab this one, and a Nova Sterling if they were cast in Resin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sliferkiller Posted September 15, 2014 Share Posted September 15, 2014 Great work Jeremy! Love scratch builds! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenfromKC Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 This is amazing! Vector is one of those brands that I fell in love with long ago. I had an opportunity to go see a W8 about 4 hours away that was actually for sale, and I still kick myself for not going. Whose silicone are you using? I've been using a lot of Smooth-On products at work lately, and we've managed some incredible details with pretty limited efforts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted September 16, 2014 Share Posted September 16, 2014 It's really a treat to watch someone with your obvious skill and attention to detail tackle a project like this. Thanks for making the extra effort to photograph and post your work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Jon Posted September 22, 2014 Author Share Posted September 22, 2014 Thanks guys! Gene - it's a Vector W2, first pages of this thread have more explanation of it's history Michael - yes, I post updates on my FB page too Jason - Thanks Bob - yes, smooth-on, some 14NV and other 30 for molds Bill - Thanks Bill for the gracious compliments, it's certainly a learning curve! Some molds started on the Vector W2 bits ....need to make some changes to how parts interconnect, made easier for molding reliability & certainty once parts are made and work properly as intended Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TFchronos Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 Complete awesomeness! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sliferkiller Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 we want more!!!! good stuff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Jon Posted September 23, 2014 Author Share Posted September 23, 2014 (edited) Thanks Jonathan & Jason! Polishing & wash up of door masters, before casting in clear resin! Edited September 23, 2014 by Jeremy Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kennyboy Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 Your attention to even the smallest facet of detail is just outstanding Jeremy! This will be a kit to have for sure......I know I want one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deathgoblin Posted September 23, 2014 Share Posted September 23, 2014 Do want!! Your work is amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Jon Posted December 22, 2014 Author Share Posted December 22, 2014 Thanks Kenny & Brian! Work does continue, mostly there has been major work which does not translate to photos, like thickening of narrow body sections & modifications which make a difference for making molding/casting, which has been a "steep" learning curve for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Jon Posted December 22, 2014 Author Share Posted December 22, 2014 Decided to separate the engine block from transmission, which will make much easier for casting, but also detailed painting before assembly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speedfreak Posted December 22, 2014 Share Posted December 22, 2014 Those pieces look good from here Jeremy, keep at it, should make a stunning product. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Jon Posted December 22, 2014 Author Share Posted December 22, 2014 Thanks for the compliments Gene I am working to get this wrapped up shortly in the new year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simonr Posted December 22, 2014 Share Posted December 22, 2014 Yeah man, thanks god u're back..it has been our Christmas present... Simón P. Rivera Torres Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobthehobbyguy Posted December 22, 2014 Share Posted December 22, 2014 Amazing work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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