dmthamade Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 Well, done with this one. Need to confess, was really a challenge to finish this one. Not used to car models or working in smaller sizes. Enough of the excuses, pics below. Bare-Metal foil was a real challenge to do, did ok with it but there are rough spots. Will have to practice with that. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TooOld Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 Always a challenge stepping out of one's comfort zone but it looks like you're getting the hang of it , excellent job ! And BMF does takes some practice but it's worth it ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TarheelRick Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 Very nice build. BMF, either you love it or hate it, yet it does add realism to a finished model. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donb Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 1 hour ago, TooOld said: Always a challenge stepping out of one's comfort zone but it looks like you're getting the hang of it , excellent job ! And BMF does takes some practice but it's worth it ! I agree 100%. Cars looks great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyjim Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 I really like the high stance. Looks ready for action. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobraman Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 Model looks very good to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 Nice work, really like the color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classicgas Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 Nice. I have the stock version. This makes me want to dig it out and start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 I think it looks great. I think your building skills transfer well to 1/25th cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 Nice looking dragger. Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuces Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 Yep!.. Looks ready to stomp some butt!!!!... ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeatMan Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 Yes, very nice build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragonhawk1066 Posted September 29, 2019 Share Posted September 29, 2019 Well done. Turned out nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmthamade Posted October 1, 2019 Author Share Posted October 1, 2019 I left a lot out. I painted this with Tamiya Dark Copper XF-28. Nothing special done, but i've learned a few things to watch for when buildig cars. There are things i need to watch for, especially regarding finishes. One thing i did wrong, and i know better not to, i glued in the clears with super glue. The windshield and back light frosted up. Pulled the back window to clean and made a mess of the Bare-Metal, had to redo...it's a start. Thanks for the support, guys. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbill Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 That came out great, well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drodg Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Looks good. I like the gold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewetwo Posted October 1, 2019 Share Posted October 1, 2019 Look really good. I have yet to master BMF. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairfax Posted October 5, 2019 Share Posted October 5, 2019 Very beautiful! I've long wished I had this model, and I end up having it in a box at home. It's tro jewelry for me. How was it built? All right or were there any complications? Thank you for the photos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmthamade Posted October 6, 2019 Author Share Posted October 6, 2019 It does look like gold color coat, but it is dark copper. In some light it looks pink at times. Nothing bad really stands out as far as the build goes, normal stuff, clean up parts, flash removal, dryfitdryfitdryfit. Pedals look odd, gas pedal looks too big, other two maybe too high? Steering column angle looks like it should be shallower. Interior side panels are missing a panel line for the door gap. Part 41 rear body panel sticks out, should fit flush with rear of body. Used a piece of stretched sprue to temporarily spread the rear to properly fit part 41 and rear bumper. Part 40 stone shield has a odd fit, dryfit and trim before painting. Fitting the headers and tie rods required patience and holding your tongue just right. Can't vouch for accuracy, looks like a Comet to me. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fairfax Posted October 6, 2019 Share Posted October 6, 2019 Thank you very much Don for his detailed and exhaustive description of the structure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Hamilton Posted October 6, 2019 Share Posted October 6, 2019 I love it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LouO Posted October 6, 2019 Share Posted October 6, 2019 Very nice! Love that old school style! Great build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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