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Hello, Color sanded the body and applied a final wet coat, diluted 3:1. The picture looks very similar to the previous one, but it is much smoother and "bluer". The color is really hard to photograph. Once completed I'll take the official pictures with proper equipment and light. Next step: Clear. Thanks,

Thanks! I'll check on that.

Thanks Justin! I'm looking for a set of Lotus Esprit 300 wheels. If I can't find them, my plan B is a set of Fujimi TW42. The kit's wheels are correct for the first prototype only. Thanks,

Hello, Driver's side decals done. Yes it is going very slow. I know. Don't push me! I just started this only a decade ago! Thanks,

Hello, WOW! Three years for an update! Sorry for that Finally got to sand the primer smooth and shot the first 2 coats of Scalefinishes Carlisle blue: a 2012 only color. Very strong metallic content. It looks more silver in the picture but it is really a bit "bluer". After it dries I'll lightly color sand it before a final wet coat. The primer had 3 years to dry. I hope the paint dries quicker than that Thanks,

Looking good! I'll follow this. I am considering this kit.

Hello, Primer was sanded down and the first coat of Corvette Arctic White was applied down the center. Hard to photograph on a hurry but the white is only down the center, not the whole car. After careful inspection I noticed a hint of body work in a corner was showing thru the paint, so it was sanded down and primed. Once the primer is dry it will be sanded smooth and repainted. After the white is done I'll have some real fun masking that unique stripe.... Thanks,

Thanks guys! Bruce: That is GM Arctic White lacquer over Plastikote T237 white primer, over Plastikote T235 gray primer sanded to almost nothing. I used gray primer during prep and body mods. Thanks,

Looking good! You are making me move mine up the priority list for next build

Hello, Started facing my fear. Far less than halfway thru it, but looking good so far. I just noticed the decal sheet is missing at least one decal for this car: The rear C6R Jake logo. I'll try to print my own but I'll double check if there is anything else missing. Thanks!

Thanks guys! Chris, the valve stems are pieces of wire with a dab of superglue to keep them in place. At the top I put a small bead of white glue to simulate a cap. After dry I paint them with a black wash. Thanks!

I can hear it! Love it!

Looking good!

Hello, I finally finished the wheels of the white C6R. It feels as if I had finished a complete model! I made aluminum sleeves for the back of the wheels, had to machine the center hubs for the rear wheels, added valve stems, hand lettering and markings etc. The Michelin logos have a slight brown wash to tone down the white a bit. When you want white decals they are never opaque enough, but when you want them subtle the white really pops! ? Brakes were separated from the kit's parts and detailed with aluminum paint, black wash and golden tinted calipers as per the 1:1. If I never finish the car I'll just display the wheels ? Anyways, time to continue with the rest of the car. What do you think? Thanks,

It sure is! Have you decided on a color to replicate Foyt's car? I'm researching that. Admiral blue seems like a good starting point but my research is far from over.

For those interested, this is a cool video recap of the race. Go to minute 6:19 to see AJ Foyt in action. Penske's Grand Sport is really flying at 1:22. Fun video overall. Thanks,

Looking good! I may have missed it: Are you building the '64 Sebring AJ Foyt car? That's the one I'll start soon. The holes in the front fender are for air jacks and oil, at least in Bill Tower's car #5. Thanks,

Like Bob Ross would have said, it was just a Happy Accident A coincidence that I just reused the setup for the blue C7 photos. Been a "cheap" diecast I just hosed it off with the garden hose at full pressure. Thanks guys, it was a fun experiment.

Gorgeous! I see the benefit of doing it in metal. That piece in resin would be too fragile. And besides, it looks beautiful!

Hello again: Here is the answer: Sorry, but inside the wrap there is..... AIR! NOTHING! You see, this hobby is really about lying and deception. ? Cross-processing from the armor side of the hobby, I tried to do a car cover using the tissue paper tarp technique. I was hoping for a smoother car cover but it was a fun experiment. I used a Maisto Diecast Corvette as the test subject since the technique uses diluted glue and could affect the model underneath. Here is the diecast I used. It will need a waxing job to remove some glue residue. After the cover was dry it was spray painted in very light coats. https://media.fotki.com/2v2JqDZ7NxJ21ND.jpg I'll keep experimenting to see if I can get a smoother cover, like the satin they use at car unveiling shows. I hope I got you to smile. If I made you mad I'll gladly refund your money Thanks,

If it helps, here is a close up of the back: Thanks,

Hello, Let's have some fun: Guess what's under the cover: Hint: Not any of my current on-going projects I'll post the answer later.... Thanks,

That's cute! Must be a fun car to throw around! I once drove an Alfa Romeo and had to take my shoes off because the pedals were so close together...

WOW! I built that kit in a somewhat similar color over 22 years ago! Nice job!

Nice! That color suits the car very well! Love it!