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Grip 1/8 Porsche build
Chris Smith replied to wardsmodelbuilder's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
Very cool build, very impressive! Your client will be happy with the end result -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
I had some time to install the oil tanks and radiators, I had these sitting around and built over a year ago. again thanks for looking and the support Chris -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
They do say Ferrari’s can fly...I almost tested that theory -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
I had a chance to merry the engine to the tub. I will say it wasn’t without a lot of struggle. Parts started to pop off and I started sweating and getting frustrated. So I put it down and went and visited my daughter for the weekend. Went to the Sacramento Autorama, got to see some cool stuff and got my mind right. When I got home, took a deep breath and got at it... Hope you like Chris -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
Oh I forgot to mention that I got the front knuckles and brakes on ? -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
I happen to get some bench time tonight, been working on some small details that where omitted from the kit. It may not be correct for the car, and I have been using what I have laying around to give it a more realistic look. I am happy with the look, and my progress. Thanks for looking Chris -
1:12 Tamiya WR1
Chris Smith replied to Belugawrx's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
Looks great!! I do understand your pain... I have had the same thought a few times about throwing my build into a wall. your perseverance has paid off with outstanding results. Chris -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
I got some major stuff accomplished in the front bulkhead. Front wishbones,brake master cylinder and radiator. Hope you like Chris -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
Thanks Bruce! I don’t know about being an artist.... Just trying to do my best -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
Hello all ... I finally have a update on my build. As you all know it’s just a little too cold to paint anything outside. Even hear in Nor Cal. So I asked a friend for a favor if he could spray the clear in his paint booth at his body shop. So I brought him my peace’s to get done. Now hears the funny part, he assures me that it won’t be that long of a wait to get it done... Well I guess 3 weeks isn’t long.... lol I got them back today, they look great!! Now I can try to get back on track with this. Thanks for looking Chris -
It was my first time ever to a model car show. A lot of quality builds... met some cool people. I do wish I could have met some more. Maybe next year I will have something to display.
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Oh mylanta!! Merry Christmas and happy new year to you Tim
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That is some amazing craftsmanship! Very envious of your ability to create parts for your builds. Looking forward for more updates
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Jaw dropped... that is all
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I will be watching, I’m sure it will be a fun build. Please keep us posted on your progress
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This is some amazing craftsmanship Tim! Also wanted to thank you for the encouraging words on my build Chris
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1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
So, after a few long days of waiting for replacement decals. They arrived last week! I got my stubby little fingers to work. For the last couple of nights I got to put all the decals on. Now if Mother Nature would be kind enough to warm up enough so I can put on some clear. I may need to ask my buddy who has a body shop, if I can use his paint booth. -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
Thank you and for the heads up on the decals ? -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
Thanks Bruce!! As of this moment I have enough paint. Just trying to find enough patience. Replacement decals can’t get here quick enough. by the way: where is the show being held at? I have never been to one -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
Thanks for the kind words. I was able to find another set of decals on e bay.? hopefully I will get back at in a couple weeks, in the meantime I will prep it again. -
Model factory hiro
Chris Smith replied to Brudda's topic in General Automotive Talk (Trucks and Cars)
Beautiful build Bruce!! I just seem not to be able to get enough of this eye candy. I am sure it looks better in person, hope it shows well for you! -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
I can’t believe how frustrating a hobby can be. I had the large gum ball decal wrinkle up and after numerous times of trying to get it to lay flat, I have no luck whatsoever ??? so now I will have to try to start over again. I am super frustrated. After I calm down and realize that this is a learning experience all will be good again. For those few who are keeping an eye on this build I do thank you. Your kind words and encouragement do make this process fun and enjoyable. Chris -
1/12 Tamiya Ferrari 312b
Chris Smith replied to Chris Smith's topic in WIP: Other Racing: Road Racing, Land Speed Racers
Thanks for the kind words! I was going to try the regular rivets, but I found the archer ones and gave this a shot. They do have there plus’s quick and easy, there minuses is that they can fold onto itself which is a pain. It did take me a wile to lay them out. I think next time I will be doing the old fashion way. chris