'81 Porsche 924 Turbo Fotki update

[Foxer]

I took a BMF inflicted break from my daughter's GMC Van so figured I should do an easy one to get back to modeling. Why doesn't that seem to work for me?

A post by Gasman concerning the Arii 924 Turbo got me thinking and I acquired one thinking it would be a straightforward build. Mark Taylor commented about the accuracy of the Arii kit in that topic and I could see the problems easily when comparing the Arii to a Monogram 924 I had already built. I liked way Arii treated the front and rear clips but the window problem was too much to bear. So, I found a Monogram 924 Turbo kit to use for this build.

The Arii rear clip is useable but will take some bodywork to narrow the top section and match the body interface. The jury is still out on this. I'm attaching photos of both front and rear clips below ... the left one is the Arii. The Monogram ones are one piece, the Arii are multiple pieces that will detail up much nicer .. and easier.

I started bodywork by opening up the NACA hood scoop by grinding it out from behind and adding a piece of plastic to extend the hood into the scope opening.

 

 I do already have the Havana Brown paint from Paintscratch.

I welcome all questions, comments, or criticisms

Edited August 22, 2017 by Foxer

[Foxer]

Not a real update, but I came on some photos of the 1:1 I didn't know I had.

It had a gold stripe around the upper fender crease I didn't remember .. hmmm

Edited August 22, 2017 by Foxer

[oldcarfan]

I finished one of the Monogram versions this year. One of the few kits I finished, but that's another story. Anyway, back to my point, I would love to see an update. I've thought about buying this kit as well and look forward to seeing how it turns out!

[Foxer]

I finished one of the Monogram versions this year. One of the few kits I finished, but that's another story. Anyway, back to my point, I would love to see an update. I've thought about buying this kit as well and look forward to seeing how it turns out!

It's on the back burner, unfortunately, for a quick finish as there's two 944's, a TR4A, Kombi etc. etc. I should get this one done since I have the paint and wheels and no more bodywork so it would go quickly by my timeline.

No guarantee, warranty or money-back policy.

[Foxer]

Got a Fotki update but don't know when I'll get back on this one. I did add some new photos at least.

[Foxer]

Found another pic and it's of the interior. I'll be needing to find a 911 Turbo steering wheel, I see. Porsche freely used the parts bin to find different parts for new models!

[Twokidsnosleep]

Always liked the 944 and 924..I know the Porsche Purists thought the front engine was blasphemy, but I loved the body style  

[Foxer]

Always liked the 944 and 924..I know the Porsche Purists thought the front engine was blasphemy, but I loved the body style  

I agree.

Anyone who doesn't appreciate the front engine Porsche's isn't a Porsche Purist. Porsche is about engineering and the front engine cars were exceptional engineering.

[vwdave92]

I agree.

Anyone who doesn't appreciate the front engine Porsche's isn't a Porsche Purist. Porsche is about engineering and the front engine cars were exceptional engineering.

HAHAHA... as long as you didn't mind the oil leaking out all over then yes

Seriously though the 944 is iconic and the 968 is really a fun car.

Foxer - I might have an extra 911 wheel from the Fujima 911 turbo enthusiast kits.  I bought some parts cars a while back for a build.  I'll check and PM you.  You are right about Porsche (VW) freely using the parts box for cars.  We used to joke in the 90s that no two VWs were the same no matter how hard they tried.  That said I converted a 92 GTI to rear disk brakes and power windows using an 88 Jetta doaner car and it all was straight bolt in