blackace183

Not sure if this is the exact same kit that I got at Michael's, but if so, check the blower to hood clearance. I used someone else's tip and added small strips of styrene to the bottom of the blower to raise it to a more realistic level. The 1:1 car has very little room between the engine and hood window.

I think the best idea would be to soak the wheels in bleach in a closed container (shouldn't take longer than overnight, maybe a day), and then paint the rims with the buffing Aluminum Plate Metallizer (be sure to use the sealer!) which will make them look a little closer to the factory finish. If you want something a little less involved, if you have a can of Tamiya Aluminum spray paint, that will also do a nice job of replicating the non-polished rims.
 
As a heads-up, I think you'll find those transmissions are aluminum instead of a ferrous alloy (i.e., iron or steel), but that does look very good, and I think I'm going to use that for some of my projects I've had trouble finding a completely satisfactory color for.
 
If you're able to, Nick, c'mon up for MassCar's show, and if that 'Vette is done, please do bring it with you.
 
Charlie Larkin

It is a nice kit.
 
You won't need the distributor kit, though, as the LS9 has individual coils on top of the valve cover with a short wire going to the spark plug - IIRC, they are all molded in details.
 
HERE are some photos...