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Hello, My main computer died. In the meantime, I'm using this tiny little laptop that has no photo editing software. So pictures may be funky. I learned from the C7R and the previous C6R that whatever you do in the interior will not be seen. So I'll keep the interior box stock. The model represents the show car, so it needs to be modified to represent chassis #003 as raced in Mosport. The rear diffuser is a big part of the aero package. Started by removing the kit's molded diffuser. Base plate and sides were made from thick styrene. Added a blended little step to the chassis plate so it would not look like a slapped on piece. As per the 1:1, the two side blades of the diffuser are thicker than the rest. Also, as per the 1:1, the blades are closer to each other towards the sides than in the center. Some black paint and it is DONE! Ohhh, I said I was going to leave the interior box stock... yeah.... I lied... Thanks,

Beautiful job! That looks great!

Actually Maserati called it bi-turbo. So it is ok. Sounds more italian. Mercedes also called it bi-turbo at one point. But it doesn't matter. In this case it means HOLD ON TO YOUR LIFE!!!!!

i like it! Cool color and overall killer looks. Nice!

Beautiful job on an historical car! GREAT!

Thanks everybody! I was asked about the exhaust. It is aluminum tubing carefully squezzed to make it oval. The location was opened in the body. Metallic tape (similar to BMF) was used for the heat shield. If you stare at it long enough and then close your eyes you can hear it... ? Thanks!

Beautiful!

Cool! I can see that screaming at the local track!

Nice! Except for the color, that car was in my neighborhood back in the mid 80's ...

Thank you all for your nice comments! I really appreciate it! I have received a few inquiries on the weathering. I'll do my best to explain. First of all, a big THANK YOU to Jim Drew for his guidance and encouragement, as this was my first attempt at this. Since the model was painted with lacquer and the decals were sealed under 2K clear, the finish is quite durable. This is good because the weathering can be done with craft acrylics and if something goes wrong it can easily be removed. In theory, this car can be washed ? Before you do anything, make sure you study and understand the weathering on your subject. A race car weathers very differently than say a 4x4 truck on a dirt trail. In this particular case, the car raced for 24 hours. There was some rain but not a downpour like other years (2001 Daytona Rolex 24 comes to mind as it was almost a boat race). The car ended up dirty at the nose and the bulging rear fenders, but the roof, back and doors were not as dirty at the end. Also, the car did about 25 pit stops. The windshield was always cleaned during pit stops, so the windshield is relatively clean. The tires are also changed frequently, so the wheels and tires only see a few hours of action so they don't get as dirty as the nose of the car. I used craft acrylic brown. I added a few drops of black to the brown I had just to darken it a bit. This was diluted in windshield washer fluid for airbrushing. I did a quick test run on a diecast body just to get a feel for it. I increased the pressure of the airbrush from around the usual 25psi to about 30-35. I airbrushed a very light coat head on from a little more distance than usual. About a foot away. The idea is to be so light you can barely notice it. A few more coats from head on as low as possible similar to a wind tunnel test scenario. A few coats at about 45 degrees to each side, 2 or 3 passes on the sides, 1 on the roof and 1 on the rear. While still wet, I cleaned the windshield with a wet Q-tip in the same pattern the windshield was cleaned in the pit stops: side to side so there might be a barely noticeable hint of cleaning streaks. After a few minutes to allow it to dry a bit, I put a small amount of black paint on a old hard bristle toothbrush, flicking the bristles so the black paint would splatter on the car. I did that forward of the rear wheels and front corners. Again, very little paint so it is barely visible. The idea is to build up in multiple passes. Some of that got in places I did not want it, so it was quickly wiped clean with a Q-tip. After that dried for a few minutes, I took a wide flat brush and dry brushed some black paint to represent rub marks and other random streaks. Finally, I lightly dry brushed some of the dark brown mix left in the jar on the wheels and tires. Words of CAUTION: -This is very easy to overdo. When you think you are getting there, STOP! You are already passed there. -I found myself fighting the urge to be symmetrical. The random patterns on the left should not repeat on the right. Make sure small parts are securely attached. I was worried about the antenna but it turned out one of the front splitter's aero pieces flew off with a burst of the airbrush. It was quickly re attached but if you are not paying attention it may go un-noticed. Most importantly: HAVE FUN! Hope this helps. I'll submit this to the MCM magazine as an article.... Thanks,

They are all nice! The blue Camaro is my favorite of the group.

Nice job. Love the color.

I have had that kit in the stash semi started for over 20 years. I really like that car. Will follow this one. Maybe it is time to get mine out. I want those wheels! You mention tires are from a Tamiya F40. Are the wheels as well? That is exactly the wheel/tire combo I need for my Guldstrand. Thanks,

Super cool! I'll be following this one!

Hmmm... a Ford I would actually be interested in..... To put it loosing to the C7R

Darn it! Now I want that 924 GTP..... Absolutely love it!

This project is finished and posted Under Glass. http://www.modelcarsmag.com/forums/topic/133337-ladies-and-gentlemen-my-c7r-2016-daytona-winner/ Thanks!

Thanks guys! Chris, Box stock will definitely be easier. Just make sure the engine allows the hood to close and that the body sits properly in the chassis. Thanks,

Great job!

Love it! Those wheels really stand out!

Cool! One of the most iconic Porsches of all times!

Nice!

Love it! That is one of the most beautiful cars ever made! Great job!

Very nice looking snake! Love those wheels.

Great save! Very nice! Love those Lolas!