Madhatter Posted April 29, 2019 Share Posted April 29, 2019 (edited) hi everyone I haven't seen too many WIP threads about this kit so I thought I would do one here if you're interested in such a machine I fell in love with the NSX when I saw this body kit attached to it. I love that low fat backside and the aggressive, angular front. I like it in red but I am currently experimenting with other colours. I have one in mind and I think it'll suit it nicely. The body kit is from Hobby Design. You get all the PE etc and nice wheels - although I haven't used a resin tire like this before I've started off by going a few steps ahead in the instructions and made the engine first I've also made the center console and have started painting the seats. That's all I had pics of sorry Well, thanks for stopping in and having a look Have a good week everyone! Si Edited April 29, 2019 by Madhatter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted April 29, 2019 Share Posted April 29, 2019 This is looking exactly how I expected it to look.....OUTSTANDING!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
da_ashman Posted April 30, 2019 Share Posted April 30, 2019 Looking good mate, the NSX is a blast to build, I made one last year without the widebody fenders. Cant wait to see what you do with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Modlbldr Posted April 30, 2019 Share Posted April 30, 2019 That car looks mean and sexy! Can't wait to see how yours turns out. Later- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthijsgrit Posted April 30, 2019 Share Posted April 30, 2019 Nice subject. I'll be following! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r60man Posted April 30, 2019 Share Posted April 30, 2019 Great start. Engine looks fantastic. Console looks great too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madhatter Posted April 30, 2019 Author Share Posted April 30, 2019 Thanks for the interest guys. It is a sexy beast alright and I think I have nailed the final colour, so here's hoping it turns out as awesome as it does on the test subject The body is currently drying under the first coat of primer. Lots of sanding to be done. The resin parts fit nicely. Only a small amount of clean up required. The rims are polished metal and they look amazing! The only let down of any kind are the tires. I thought they were resin until the package arrived last night and I realised they were this flexible resin (?) which needs a fair amount of flash removed from them. Lots of PE and they even give you seat belts including the locking bit and this nice fabric for the belts. You even get PE cup holders - which I thought was a nice touch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinfan5 Posted May 2, 2019 Share Posted May 2, 2019 Looking forward to seeing this one, I was all about getting this one, but at about $130 for the set, was just a bit much for you get, HD has really raised their prices to the stupid level, which sucks, as they are doing a lot of cool stuff that I would love to get. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madhatter Posted May 2, 2019 Author Share Posted May 2, 2019 (edited) Yes, I'll admit I really sat on the fence for ages as to whether or not to spend that much money on an AM set, but my desire for it over took my ability to reason Your quite right in that they do have a lot of cool things though. Very cool. I'd like to do a new gen Skyline GTR with a similar body kit but it shall remain a wish whilst the cost is prohibitive Edited May 2, 2019 by Madhatter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
da_ashman Posted May 3, 2019 Share Posted May 3, 2019 12 hours ago, Madhatter said: Yes, I'll admit I really sat on the fence for ages as to whether or not to spend that much money on an AM set, but my desire for it over took my ability to reason Your quite right in that they do have a lot of cool things though. Very cool. I'd like to do a new gen Skyline GTR with a similar body kit but it shall remain a wish whilst the cost is prohibitive BNA Model world in Melbourne have the best prices for Hobby Design transkits, heaps cheaper than hlj! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madhatter Posted May 4, 2019 Author Share Posted May 4, 2019 On 5/3/2019 at 12:30 PM, da_ashman said: BNA Model world in Melbourne have the best prices for Hobby Design transkits, heaps cheaper than hlj! That's here I got this set from, but thanks anyways Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madhatter Posted May 5, 2019 Author Share Posted May 5, 2019 small update Got most of the interior done. These pics highlight how not very good I am at detailed painting. I'm going to have to try get in and fix those seats. They look dreadful The base colour coat has gone down and is currently drying. Once it's dry, I'll lightly polish it ready for the next coat to go over the top. The final effect is really nice. Or at least is was on the test subject The paint is SMS Blue Green Pearl. It can sprayed over a black base for the metallic pearl effect or over white for a true pearl effect. I tried both but preferred the metallic look with the next colour over the top - which is clear blue. Also, the metal rims got a light coat of clear blue Anyway, that's all I have but thanks for looking in Si Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gramps46 Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 Impressive work. Please keep the photos coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TarheelRick Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 That is one sexy beast indeed and you are knocking it out of the park. Very impressive build, thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthijsgrit Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 More more more!!! I love this build. Great color choices inside and outside!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ahajmano Posted May 5, 2019 Share Posted May 5, 2019 Love this! How much was the Hobby Design Kit? I sometimes destroy my kits in the process of building so I’m anxious about splurging. Very inspiring though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madhatter Posted May 6, 2019 Author Share Posted May 6, 2019 thanks Aydin It was a bit steep for me @ $141au but I feel it was worth it. Only time will tell if that's true or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FabbricaP Posted May 6, 2019 Share Posted May 6, 2019 Wow i really like your color choices. Looks like they are gonna great with the LB bodykit Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funkychiken Posted May 8, 2019 Share Posted May 8, 2019 Fantastic start! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 This is moving along NICELY, bud!!!, and those seats don't look nearly as bad as you make them sound! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dino246gt Posted May 10, 2019 Share Posted May 10, 2019 Interior looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madhatter Posted May 11, 2019 Author Share Posted May 11, 2019 thanks guys. I ran a small wash over the seats and it seems to have fixed it somewhat, but they are still not up to the standard I was hoping for. I'l find some time this weekend to take some photos of where it's at now. The inside is almost finished and ready for the body - which I am still painting. It's looking quite nice I have to say. I'm very happy with how it's come out Thanks again for your interest guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madhatter Posted May 11, 2019 Author Share Posted May 11, 2019 As it turned out, I got 30 minutes to myself, so I took a few pictures outside before it rains again. Interior (with cup holders) Engine bay with screen off and on: What the wheels will look like (still have the nuts to paint) And the body before clear coat - although I literally just had an incident involving glue and the back end. Repaint coming up That's all I have but thanks for indulging me with my build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madhatter Posted May 14, 2019 Author Share Posted May 14, 2019 Disaster struck last night when I sprayed on some Tamiya clear from a rattle can. It ruined the paint work by melting the top layer in some places and pitting it in other areas. So it was out with a sander and some primer. A hair dryer sped along the gloss black under coat followed by the primary under lying colour I guess it was my fault for spraying a lacquer over the thin acrylic top coat. Next time I'll use the SMS or the Alclad clear. As I said, I got the base colour back on after a marathon painting session. It's looking better so far than the first time. Anyway, I'll leave it to dry now before the top colour coat goes on. I might even add a touch of green to the mix as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteski Posted May 14, 2019 Share Posted May 14, 2019 Funny that you want to add more green. The paint in those latest 3 photos look much greener than the previous photos. But the background looks different too (warm gray instead of cool white), so you probably used different source of light. To me the bluer version looked better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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