Randy D Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 (edited) Hi Folks, New project, building a 1/24th scale model of what I feel is one of the prettiest cars ever raced. Four cylinder in-line motor rated at 250 h.p. along with an incredibly light chassis topped with ally body work. The famous 'Birdcage' that weighs less than a hundred lbs. A start on the chassis using 'Albion Alloys' nickel silver thin walled tubing. Sizes range from .9mm down to .3mm. I build the base, then using basswood 'scaffolding' erect the rest of it...... I am going to try to build the body from sheet stock that is soldered together. I did some basic metal forming with the wrecker project and enjoyed it and want to see what I can do with this one. I have started some trial runs making fenders, figuring that if I can do those I will move forward with the rest........ Long ways to go but I'm at the bench and having fun! Randy Edited December 18, 2022 by Randy D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTallDad Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 I am in awe! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
da_ashman Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Awesome project!!! Good luck!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MonoPed Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Talk about an ambitious project! This is gonna be cool... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iBorg Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 An ambitious undertaking. Your progress so far looks like you're up for the challenge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taxdude Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Incredible project Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xingu Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Here I am barely able to glue 2 premade pieces together. Can't wait to see how this one turns out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modelbuilder Mark Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 oh my....this is going to be great to watch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace-Garageguy Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 An ambitious undertaking. Your progress so far looks like you're up for the challenge. X2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aurfalien Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 X2 X3, seriously. This is gonna be AWESOME! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RancheroSteve Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 If anybody can pull this off, you can. Watching! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
250 Testa Rossa Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Which car in particular are you building? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 This will be fun to watch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxer Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Wow! and a beautiful car to do this on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curt raitz Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Randy...Birdcage Maserati, you are not afraid of a challenge are you? I'm looking forward to watching you do your wonders Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy Ed Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 The Chassis ALONE would be a Project, and you're tossing in a Scratch Made Body! Insane, Amazing, but Insane............ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyrichard Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 ooohhhh myyyyy a nother breathtaking build ...man ....i'm already exited for the updates !!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Modeling at its best here. Truly great work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mooneyzs Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Randy... that is one gorgeous car and with your skills you will knock it out of the park. You are off to a killer start on this. You must have a small English wheel. Those fenders are killer. Love the chassis work as well. Looking forward to updates on this bad boy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lizard Racing Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 The birdcage is one om my favorites also. Pure racing car. I can't even find all the chassis tubes, let alone build one! You seem to be off to a good start with the tooling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Codi Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Oh where to being: how did you manage to solder the albion nickel silver so sweetly? how did you form the fenders....wood bucks??? wingrove insights? what about the GT40 & Ferrari (not that I'm one to question why?) aw shucks, never mind, when can we speak as I have too many other questions and things I want to learn. A simple fuel tank is one thing but just what you were able to achieve on those "practice" fenders impresses the you know what out of me. Panel beating is one of the things I've always admired in addition to machinists and their skills and I can't wait to work on mine. This will be truly inspiring sir. Cheers, Tim, Honorary President of the Randy D. Fan Club (self-imposed) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoom Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 I will absolutely follow this!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Woodruff Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Looks like it will be a great build. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10thumbs Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 Excellent.Randy this is a build right up your alley. Beautiful car, with all the intricate metal work, this is something I'll love to follow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted September 8, 2016 Share Posted September 8, 2016 With your skills and talent, this will be a masterpiece! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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