Andrew McD

I'm looking forward to following your progress on this. I've never done a 1/12 scale but received the Tamiya Porsche 934 in 1/12 scale for Christmas. While I would like to get right at it I've promised myself I'll finish up a number of pending projects first. While I realize your kit is much different from my own it will be interesting to see how you handle the details of large scale.

I do enjoy your WIP's and learn something with the choices you make. This one is looking good as you persevere through the challenges. Where did you get the seats? I'm planning a '29 roadster built as a AA/A and need a minimalist bucket seat something like you've got in this project. Thanks, Andrew

Now you've knocked out the models in waiting I'll certainly be interested to see what your new projects look like!

Extraordinary work.....and with one hand out of commission for 3 months.....blows my mind!

Great looking work! What kit is the open wheel race car?

I have been very slowly working on a build of this same kit. Presently multitasking about 4 builds simultaneously but not making any real progress on any of them as I recover from a foot surgery. It's kind of awkward at the modeling bench on crutches so I'm not getting much done. I've adapted six two barrel carbs that I took from one of my '29 roadster kits for the intake (oh, forgot that one, there are actually 5 builds underway). I am going for a custom look and have spent a lot of time with figuring out how to lower the front suspension. I've not attempted this sort of thing before so it has been an interesting challenge. Love the wheels on yours and and the way you've adapted them. I'm especially impressed with the plug wiring! I've been looking at mine and wondering if I dared try to drill the holes to route the plug wires as you have done which corresponds to what I've found in online photos. Nothing I can say about the paint that hasn't already been said : spectacular in black! Good to know on the exhaust clearance issue. I'm made note to do a bit more pre-assembly checking and try to correct that before I paint. I'll be following this build and look forward to seeing the finished product!

I’ve always had a weird affection for the less powerful gasser class running inline 6’s and such. You could put a multi carb Chevrolet 6 cylinder in her…….but I have a feeling that isn’t likely?. Regardless of your approach I will enjoy watching this one.

Engine setback for the NHRA gasser class was 10% of the wheelbase with the setback measurement being from the front axle line to the center of the engine’s forward most spark plug hole.

Alan - Thank you for the detailed help on how I might implement the bobbed fenders. I am still on the fence as to how closely I may try to replicate the car in the photo. Most of my builds are pretty much OOB as I try to develop some skill with assembly and consistency in painting technique. Having said that I am going to push my limits on this build in an effort to build something representative of what was my favorite period in drag racing. Further thanks to all that have contributed to this thread. I just can’t say enough about how impressed I am with the quality and quantity of information and the generosity of spirit with which it is provided.

What a sweet looking ride! Beautifully executed. The embossing powder carpeting is very effective.

Despite the foil fighting you I think you have produced a really fine looking model. I have recently had reconstructive surgery on my left ankle which leaves me unable to get to my basement modeling bench. For the time being I am planning projects with much inspiration provided by you and the terrific community of scale auto enthusiasts in this forum. Keep up the great work.

Those photos could easily pass as a 1:1 car. Simply beautiful craftsmanship!

I cannot overemphasize getting a compressor with a storage tank! Do not get sucked into one of those little compressors sold for airbrushes that run non stop. They overheat and generally cannot provide a consistent steady source of air. Learning to air brush takes a considerable amount of practice to develop some skill at it whether spraying a body or working on fine detail. I'm really not much good at it but I'm learning. I have a Paasche-H that I purchased as well as a dual action Badger that my wife used for her ceramics work. Both are good units and not difficult to break down and clean. There is a wealth of information on this site as well as many other places on the internet. Beware of the people that tell you they have THE way to thin paints for airbrushing (with the exception of Createx videos which deal with their product). It will take much experimenting to find out what works for you. I've found it a frustrating experience at times but I persevere and can see improvement. Having said that........you can turn out GREAT paint jobs using rattle cans so don't feel that you absolutely MUST have an airbrush to do good work. Get into it because you think it's interesting and can add a new level of enjoyment to this hobby. I'll end by repeating what I said at the beginning.......get a compressor with an air tank and as others have suggested invest in a reasonable quality air brush. There's no point in making learning a new skill a frustrating experience due to tools that aren't up to the job. Best of luck.

Thanks Bill, from a modeling standpoint this is particularly useful.

Thanks guys for the responses. This info gives me something to go on. It agrees with my recollections from attending the dgagstrip as a kid spectator in the ‘60s that cooling systems were minimal to nonexistent.

Absolutely beautiful build of a kit that is on my TO DO list eventually.

Very nice! I have this one under construction but stalled for a bit as I deal with a variety of other distractions.?. I’m building the grey version box stock and to date have the chassis and suspension components painted as per instructions which has required great deal of patient masking. While masking is not one of my favorite aspects of the hobby I am improving and get considerably satisfaction when I get it right. This is such a nice product from Tamiya that it deserves the effort and you have done it justice.

A very nicely done rendition from the (to my mind at least) golden age of NASCAR.

I am currently laid up having recently had reconstructive surgery on my left foot and ankle. It's frustrating not to be able to get to the model bench right now but it's leaving lots of time for planning multiple projects. I've been reading the incredible wealth of information available in the forums and finding inspiration for yet another project every time I turn a page. The problem there is that when I can't sleep at 4AM and distract myself with perusing these projects for some odd reason packages keep showing up a few days later with various models and supplies. Yes, folks, the stash keeps growing. LOL Getting to the point. I have one of the Revell '29 Model A roadsters that has been a popular build in these forums. Actually I have two, the new and the old release. The new release has the warped windshield issue that other forum members have reported. My solution is to do away with the windshield all together and build this as an altered drag car with this pic being a rough idea of what I have in mind. I've got some spoked front wheels and a moon fuel tank on order. I'm a bit puzzled about what to do for a cooling system, if anything. I know they didn't run radiators and fans but was there any coolant in the engines at all? If so did they use some sort of holding tank for the coolant with a water pump? Any advice would be appreciated.

Following this one. Looks good and looking forward to seeing how it progresses.

I just discovered this thread for the first time and read through the entire thread. I am chuckling at your original intention of keeping it a simple build. Your attention to detail and craftsmanship is nothing short of inspiring. I do enjoy how you have your family engaged in your projects as you make various aesthetic choices. Hoping to see more of this project soon!

Thanks Dennis, I appreciate your taking the time to answer my question.

In the end isn't that the objective: a fun day in the shop? What sort of lathe are you using? Another modeling dream of mine is to attain the competence with a small lathe or milling machine to do exactly as you have done in adding detail with metal parts. Your work looks terrific. I was quite intrigued in the way you accomplished the flame paint job. Very effective. Did you cut the flame masks by hand????? I will definitely continue to follow this one! Just noted that you are using a Taig lathe.......and the engine is AWESOME!

Just a bit off topic but I'm curious what sort of adhesive you are using to keep the parts together for mocking up. I've tried Tacky Glue with only moderate success. I will be watching this very interesting build! Andrew

Agreed! LOL