Thanks Dann,
Totally agree Bill, this book is both an invaluable resource and a fun read. I saw it was published very recently just last year and decided its gotta be a signal to try a D-Type build I already want to build Revell's XKSS!
Thank you I appreciate it! Going to have to be extra careful not to scratch the paintwork when building. The kit is fantastic but not very 'builder friendly'
Got the decals on. Profil24’s decals are really nice quality and conform well with some decal softener. Will be shooting Tamiya clear over this later. Thanks for looking.
Thanks JC. The title of the book is "Jaguar D-Type Owners' Workshop Manual." It's an awesome book for model reference and history about this car. Heres a link to the publisher's site.
https://haynes.com/en-gb/jaguar-d-type-owners-workshop-manual
Wet sanded the primer and got two coats of Tamiya TS-19 Metallic Blue on. Also got the seats done. Unfortunately I can't start on other areas before body painting is nearly complete with the way the front monocoque and body are molded together. Thanks for looking in!
Thanks for posting this WIP, always love to see cars that represent significant milestones in motorsports! Looks like you're doing this one justice with a great build so far.
Had a little fun scratch building some engine area parts. I made a plug lead separator out of a chopstick and the fuel rail brackets from an aluminum can. Both will get some more refinement as I go. thanks