Wendall Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I used to build model cars as a teenager but this is my first build for about 12 years. The skills are a little rusty and I haven't kept any of my old builds so I have nothing to compare it to. I'm reasonably pleased with it and I learned a lot. I'm trying to make every build better and more detailed than the last and I'm getting loads of tips and ideas around here so thanks guys . So here it is, the Le Mans winning Jaguar XJR-9. Any comments or criticisms most welcome. Thanks for looking J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehansen Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Well done, great job on the header heat discoloration Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gluebomber Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Nice clean build. I also liked the heat staining on the exhausts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan 191 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Very nice indeed! I don't see ANYTHING to critisize, just a lot to admire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chillyb1 Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 If that's the results you get with rusty skills, I'd hate to see what you get with clean, sharp skills. The decal work can not have been easy yet it looks like everything is in its right place. Did you do any polishing after the clear coat? Are all the decals under clear coat? Your panel-line accenting looks just right. How'd you do that? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3men2s Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 stuning!!!! can't wait to start mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendall Posted September 12, 2013 Author Share Posted September 12, 2013 Thanks for the great comments Guys, much appreciated! If that's the results you get with rusty skills, I'd hate to see what you get with clean, sharp skills. The decal work can not have been easy yet it looks like everything is in its right place. Did you do any polishing after the clear coat? Are all the decals under clear coat? Your panel-line accenting looks just right. How'd you do that? Hi Curtis! The decals were a mammoth challenge for me, Nearly ended up in the bin on one occasion (temper, temper) when they were all on I clear coated over them. I then wet flatted the clear coat using micromesh and polished it back up to a shine. The panel lines are a very thin light grey wash, just load up a very fine brush and let capillary action do the rest. Cheers J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curt raitz Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Beautiful...decal work is superb! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 You know, after a lapse of that many years, sometimes it takes a while before you get back to your previous skill level. In the meantime, I'd suggest you hang out here and see what you can learn. Oh, who am I kidding. That old Jag is drop-dead gorgeous. Paint, decals, attention to detail and assembly techniques are all first rate. I hope you'll favor us with more of your work as soon as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Great model! Outstanding work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darbo Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Fantastic build, Love It! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nacho Z Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Nice looking Jag!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slusher Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 Very sharp... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry P. Posted September 12, 2013 Share Posted September 12, 2013 I don't know anything about cars like that, but I do know a well-built model when I see one. That is spectacular! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris White Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 wow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 Very IMPRESSIVE build Jason!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfjunke Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 Beautiful work, Jason! Welcome back to the hobby. For some one who is "rusty", you sure did an awesome job. Love this car. Makes me want to get my all open 1/43 version out! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendall Posted September 14, 2013 Author Share Posted September 14, 2013 Thanks everyone. J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Wann Posted September 14, 2013 Share Posted September 14, 2013 I am again WOWED by something I would not normally stop through the posts to see if it were not for shear boredom and being 3 AM. This is truly a beautiful build by someone who has not built for awhile. I am 55 and packed my old original built models around for many, many years. I really loved building models when I was a young boy. In 2005 I sold them all on Ebay and I regret doing so. I have collected them mostly all back and then some. Eveyday I would drive buy a store called THE HOBBY LOBBY. Not the big box store name but a name that was a long lasting family started store here in Arizona. After having sold my models I stopped and found a business card fot the Cactus Car Model Club and ended up joining. I soon found myself absolutely fascinated with resin casting. I just could not stop thinking about how cool it would be to do it. I had remembered seeing resin items as a young man when I lived near Webers Hobby shop in Lafayette, Indiana. Webers was only a name to me at that time and a great place to get kits when they were a meer three bucks. One day I went there I think in 1975 and it had become The Model Maker. I was really kind of surprised of the name change but was glad it was still a hobby shop. Inside in glass cases were models so nicely built and detailed I was in absolute AWE! Keys in ignitions and pinstriped dashes and wiring harnesses and plumbing all so accurately detailed. I was a know nothing farm kid and I was just beside myself. I knew I would not be able to achieve this level of detail that I had never thought to add to a model on my own. I found myself somewhat devastated and quit building models. I was not even aware of who Art Anderson was until moving here to Arizona and joining the two valley model clubs. The guys would mention ALL AMERICAN MODELS and Lafayette Indinana in the same sentence. And I said, "Hey, I am from that area!" They would ask questions but I was a kid then and lived 30 miles away on a small farm. I really knew nothing about Art or the hobby shop. I do remember that the store moved to a Teal road location. Thank's for the memories, Art. Anyway, Jason, If you can do this you really might like resin casting. It does have a learning curve and I forget that It might be a huge advantage that I live in a low humidity area too. Where was I going with all this post? I have no idea. I just started hunting and pecking to form words. I really like seing the color detail on the exhaust pipes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Eh? Posted September 14, 2013 Share Posted September 14, 2013 A beautiful Jag to be sure. Nice to see that it is actually wearing the proper 'Silk Cut' decals. Great build; please post many more in the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike 1017 Posted September 14, 2013 Share Posted September 14, 2013 Welcome back to the hobby. Great looking Jag Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatW Posted September 14, 2013 Share Posted September 14, 2013 Having seen one at Silverstone recently racing in classic sportscars you've made one heck of a job. Well done and I and forward to seeing more of your work, thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMSANUT Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Outstanding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
f1fan Posted September 15, 2013 Share Posted September 15, 2013 Nice job!! Welcome back ! This car was designed by Tony Southgate and was one of the only cars with a short tail. From what I read it created excellant straight away speed with good down force. A well balanced car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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