MikeyB08 Posted August 22, 2013 Share Posted August 22, 2013 (edited) So my 2 Ferrari builds are put on a serious back burner due to some paint issues. So I moved on and ordered this kit from Amazon. Received it yesterday and I have to admit, I'm very excited/ nervous for this build. It is curbside so it does lack an engine, but the decals alone is enough to surpass the loss of an engine. The kit is from Aoshima. The 1999 Nissan S15 Silvia was driven by Yasuyuki Kazama, the 2005 Drift Champion. First thing I did was viewed the instructions. Has real spring (working ) suspension and comes with the option of choosing your own hood. You can go with the stock OEM hood or an aftermarket vented hood. The kit came with gold plated wheels and PE front bumper spoilers. While inspecting the parts, I couldn't help but notice just how clean the parts look. Clean crisp lines with decent detail. Under the chassis will need some attention so I'm thinking about scratching my own exhaust as I feel the one with the kit seems a little weak and undersized. This will be a Box-Stock build. However, it never hurts to try something new. So I believe this will be the first model I try airbrushing on... Don't worry, I plan on practicing A LOT before I commit to painting the body. You can tell on the Box-Art that the main green on the car (Daytona Green) is just a shade darker than the decals. I plan on going with a lighter green so the decals really have a chance to POP! The kit contains 109 decals. Majority of them are small other than the large side/ hood design decals. I'm nervous of this kit because I've never worked with this many decals. I've always wanted to attempt a large Decal based build and at $16, I figured this was the kit to take that chance with. My last resort should my decal attempt fail, it will become a stanced S15. At that point I may consider adding an Skyline motor complete turbo detail and intercoolers. But we shall cross that bridge when I get there. I think I've said enough. Hopefully this build will come out better than my past 3 builds have started. I'll be doing some package unpacking tomorrow and a mock up for my own personal motivation. Edited August 23, 2013 by MikeyB08 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeBrown Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 in for future updates! i love aoshima models Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LokisTyro Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 I had to slap my own hand so I didn't buy this kit yesterday. Is the steering functional too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 Tuned in for more!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyB08 Posted August 23, 2013 Author Share Posted August 23, 2013 Got a picture of the front chassis. I belive the steering is functional. Ill be starting on the chassis first thing very soon. Also got a mock up of the body with the wheels. I have to be honest... I'm really considering making a street tuner. But the decals are so awesome. Anyways, as I fight myself, here's the pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flo9mr Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 You have my attention... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hjracing Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 Nice beginig! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyB08 Posted August 23, 2013 Author Share Posted August 23, 2013 Thanks fellas. So as far as painting the chassis I've had a rough start. I spilt my silver paint so now I have to order some more. So interior will be my starting point. Upon further inspection, this kit has more than I expected. It also includes the following: Stock seats, low rise spoiler, and stock steering wheel. Which means this kit can be built as a drifter or your everyday Silvia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nhra1625 Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 I built the RX7 FC version of this kit. Most of the parts in these D1GP kits are interchangeable so I would recommend checking the fit. Also, I have the headlight chrome pieces to the Aoshima S15 kits if you need it for some reason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HondaSan72 Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 That's gonna look so awesome... Can't wait to see more!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyB08 Posted August 23, 2013 Author Share Posted August 23, 2013 Awesome. Thanks Peter. I've been checking the fit on literally every single piece. Mostly so I know there are no complications when I get to finishing the build. Thus far the kit is coming together nicely. I'm so use to building Revell models that I'm shocked at how well this kit is going together. I haven't start gluing any parts but some minor painting has been started on the interior. First thing I focused on was the racing seats. One of my biggest peeves is when the seat belt holes in the back of the seat is filled in. So I went on ahead and cut out/ trimmed the seat belt area so I can put some racing harnesses in. I plan on doing a short How To for removing the filled in area of the seat belt holes. Found some pretty nasty mold marks on the back of seats. Left (Before)/ Right (After) And the interior Mockup: - I will hopefully be picking up my air compressor tomorrow evening so the build may be put on a brief hold so I can practice airbrushing. I've airbrushed a little bit in my art class in high school but my teachers setup was horrible. Thanks again for following the build. Personally, I am excited for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Project510 Posted August 23, 2013 Share Posted August 23, 2013 Curbside or visible engine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyB08 Posted August 23, 2013 Author Share Posted August 23, 2013 Curbside... Needs a VR38DETT under the hood. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyB08 Posted August 27, 2013 Author Share Posted August 27, 2013 I now have a rolling chassis. First picture is normal height and the second picture is of the suspension being pressed down. I really considered removing the springs and lowering the model but thought I would leave it as is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nhra1625 Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 Personally I would lower it. But you don't have to take the springs out. Just cut them like in a 1:1 that way it'd still realistic lol. I did that to my s13 and it worked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyB08 Posted August 27, 2013 Author Share Posted August 27, 2013 I agree... It just sets up a little high for my taste. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyBradKeselowski Posted August 27, 2013 Share Posted August 27, 2013 I like the way it looks, looking good thus far.. The height looks ok to me as these are drift cars not low riders.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Eh? Posted August 28, 2013 Share Posted August 28, 2013 Either way with the ride height, this looks to be the start of a great build. The Silvia is an awesome looking machine. Will follow your progress. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyB08 Posted August 30, 2013 Author Share Posted August 30, 2013 Well... This build along with my 2 others are moving extremely slow. I'm still gathering my items to begin airbrushing. In the midst of my work week, school started for my better half (so she says ), and extreme tiredness, I was able to work on it a little bit. Of course maybe I should have left it alone. Reason I say this is because I ended having 3 of the 4 springs go flying to the great beyond. So I was faced with a decision. Do I make my own replacement springs or go with a street version with mild decals. After several hours of research and thinking, I decided to go with a Street Tuner path. Here's the wheel stance and window trim painted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nhra1625 Posted August 30, 2013 Share Posted August 30, 2013 If you aren't going to use the spoiler would you be open to a talk bout maybe me being the next owner? Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brizio Posted August 30, 2013 Share Posted August 30, 2013 Looking good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dantewallace Posted August 30, 2013 Share Posted August 30, 2013 Got a picture of the front chassis. I belive the steering is functional. Ill be starting on the chassis first thing very soon. Also got a mock up of the body with the wheels. I have to be honest... I'm really considering making a street tuner. But the decals are so awesome. Anyways, as I fight myself, here's the pictures. Strange coincidence that there are Ramen noodles in the background of a Japanese kit build photo?? Lol I'll be tuned in to this one. I'd probably off myself during the decal process. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyB08 Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share Posted August 31, 2013 Ramen gives me that "Japanese Mind Set"... lol... Thanks for the comments folks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyB08 Posted October 14, 2013 Author Share Posted October 14, 2013 Finally got some paint on the body. Changed my thought on Airbrushing. Still working on that. Here's the very small update. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeyB08 Posted October 16, 2013 Author Share Posted October 16, 2013 Laying some decals down today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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