[Marvel's Hydra coupe 1/12 scale full scratch build]

Does it have power assist breaks? that thing will be a beast to stop, though you do have 6 drums.  Love the logos on the pedals.

 

[Marmon Wasp: Winner of the 1911 inaugural Indianapolis 500]

white ish is right. Even in the clasic starting line photo you can see how dirty and greasy the tires were even before the race.  The other photo has thee advertising writing painted on and the tires have seen better days.

[Marmon Wasp: Winner of the 1911 inaugural Indianapolis 500]

The color of the Wasp has long been a bone of contention among us modelers.  Back in the 60s Rod & Custom paper wasp painted it dark orange, the ISM has it painted bright yellow which, I believe, was the Marmon co. standard in the 19 teens.  Ray Harroun raced the Wasp throughout the previous year 1910 before it was entered in the 1911 500. My theory is that the color change was due to oil staining from the Yellow to a rusty orange color by the time it was run in the 1911 Indy 500.  The photos show the car today and you can see this staining on the oil and fuel tanks and around all the bolts and recesses and even see finger swipes on the underside of the fuel tank even though the ISM probably is more meticulous in their cleaning that when it was originally raced.  Still doesn't answer the question of color at the start of the 1911 race. A personal choice anyway, but I do hope you'll do the white tires.

[Favorite Obscure or Discovered Music Album]

The Ultimate Spinach. Probably listened to it only once in a hazy dazy day back in 69.

[Marmon Wasp: Winner of the 1911 inaugural Indianapolis 500]

Thanks for looking at EG's post Ismael. You are not alone in your love of the Wasp.

[One of the most famous race cars nobody seems to know anything about.....]

Thank you for looking Ismael.  as you can see you are not alone in your appreciation of this wonderful car.  I wish that EG had included the Marmon Wasp name in his title he would have gotten a much greater following and we could have inspired more modelers to take up the cause.  Over the years i have gathered a sizable reference library of info on the Wasp but I soon discovered that EG's passion far out paced mine.  Though I started working on the chassis in CAD my love of engines soon had me developing the heart of the beast.  I really need to get back to that project and see if I can get it to a printable stage before the end of this decade. 🙂

Definitely want to follow your build.

[Marmon Wasp: Winner of the 1911 inaugural Indianapolis 500]

I am sorry I missed out on the limited production from Indycals. looks like you are doing a great job on this iconic race car.  For more reference details check our EG's 3D CAD layouts at forum under "One of the most famous race cars nobody seems to know anything about" He was doing some fantastic work, unfortunately I think his medical issues caught up with him,  I think Indycals missed the mark on the water pump however well the rest of the car came out... Just being picky here. Looking forward to seeing your progress... Model On!

[One of the most famous race cars nobody seems to know anything about.....]

Hi Eg, Hope you are doing well and hope to see more of your fantastic details on this iconic Indy Car.

[Jaguar XKE Coupe by Revell]

In my  opinion the XKE v1 was one of most beautiful cars ever designed.  You've certainly don it justice, and red is so iconic.

[formula 55 chevy]

Thiis is one of my favorite NOVI build pics.  I just love the characters working on the engine.

[Tamiya LP48 Sparkling silver for chrome?]

So, what was the cost of having the parts custom plated as apposed to $35 a can for Revell spray?

[Where is it made?]

I expect that all those wonderfully detailed kits coming out of the Ukraine will soon be unavailable.

[My Kind of Rolls Royce]

Indy NHRA Nationals maybe.

[What's with the U.S.Post office these days?]

I don't think they speak Italian at the post office... Good thing it was only an old rubber tire ashtray, but still...

[Speedway or salt-flat racer tires; a new (?) idea...]

You might also check out the current listing for the BLUEBIRD 1933 record breaker FPPM  from Fernando Pinto Portugal he also sells wheel and tire sets on the side.

[Tamiya LP48 Sparkling silver for chrome?]

Ouch!  Had no idea the prices were that extreme.  Yes, the V12 in back was my first concept with injectors, second really after 5 Strmberg 97s, all scratch built around a Monogram Ford Flathead block.

[Tamiya LP48 Sparkling silver for chrome?]

My fantasy take on a Lincoln flat head with Ardun heads and a 6/71 Potvin setup.  1/8 scale. May someday power a Bonneville streamliner. No not really chrome but a nice polished aluminum look, and durable. It looks like the Revell chrome is the best bet.

[Tamiya LP48 Sparkling silver for chrome?]

another option... On the big intake tubes I used Tamiya Bright Silver spray and over coated that with the Tamiya "Semi-gloss Silver Anodized Aluminum". The seemi gloss is like a clear coat and durable to the touch.

[Speedway or salt-flat racer tires; a new (?) idea...]

On 2/21/2025 at 2:18 PM, Wickersham Humble said:

Spent ten minutes searching; any tips on source?  WIck

search under Golden Arrow Wheels.

[One sentence game]

Show nuff, just horsing around.

[One sentence game]

Automobiles aren't nearly as Auto as Musk would have you believe.

[Speedway or salt-flat racer tires; a new (?) idea...]

These are on ebbay, 1/24 scale for the Golden Arrow and Bluebird.

[Speedway or salt-flat racer tires; a new (?) idea...]

James, if you are going for the early 30s look there are also sets of tires and wheels that were used on both the Golden Arrow and Bluebird.

[One sentence game]

Mind over matter doesn't seem to get my models done!

[What is your NUMBER 1 favorite movie car]

Not exactly my #1 (that is already stated) but I am sure this one is the fave of many others... John Milner's 32 from American Graffiti.