Pierre Rivard

I would not, I know my limitations. But you should...

I see Peter's point about the hub location not representing a Jag wire wheel very well. A bit of a shame because the 3D printing on these is very very good. I ended up using it as is for the fronts on a Ferrari 275P, mimicking an out laced Borrani design reasonably well. I modified the design for the rear to mimic an in laced design with more offset. And I substituted the spinners for HRM pieces.

Yup that one definitely has a good clean windshield, looks like in's not even glued to the body I agree it is worth experimenting with the kit wheels. The spokes are surprisingly finely cast but IMO the fronts are a bit deep and the rim lips are too thick. Oh oh...ideas are percolating...

Nice one Rich. The FW23 was of the fast qualifier / not so fast racer variety. Not unlike a certain Ferrari these days!

Scratchbuilding = headaches = imagination = FUN!

Thanks JC for chiming in and bringing this one back to the top of the page. It allowed me to spot this build which I was not aware of. I love builds starting with a few key components and requiring imagination and lots of scratch building to achieve the final results. This one is exactly that. Thanks for sharing, definitely one to follow with great interest

Great start on this one. Please share as much as possible on the detailing materials and sources, which helps us understand the process. That fuel tank is glorious!

Magnificent build Francois. So much exquisite detailing and material substitutions make this one look so real. I love the paint that looks so period correct. Félicitations!

Absolutely gorgeous model. The paint still looks wet! You have convinced me this one needs to go on my wish list. I don't think I could approach the result you have achieved but would sure want to try!

He still is but it takes time to get the orders filled. I just received fittings purchased in November. If you e-mail him he eventually answers. Beautiful parts but plan ahead, he appears to be very busy.

Hi Mark, next build will definitely be posted here on MCM but it will be a while as I plan to get back to the bench in October. I have 2 candidates. First is the Revell 300 SLR from the '55 MM race converted to the Fangio configuration. I need to figure out a way to do a good silver though. Second option is to go for my first effort on a resin kit, possibly a fifties Ferrari from Fernando Pinto Modelos.

They both look very very good. I hope you will post more updates. I have been wondering about FPPM kits so looking forward to your impressions on this one.

Thank you Larry Thanks Atin. Really a slot car body and not much else but the shape is workable and the rest is just added detailing.

Remarquable attention to accuracy, particularly considering your description of this build as a semi-curbside.

The art work is beautiful as well as the model. Would love to see more pics of it. With all the attention on the 66 it's nice to see Ford's earlier efforts.

Looks to be a very nice kit. Looking forward to see the next steps.

I built the Fujimi and thought it was good but wish it had a complete chassis & powertrain. To get that we have to add a transit of go all out on a Model Factory Hiro.

Very nice build Donato. White over black... brave man!

Thanks for the feedback Dave. This kit is as basic as it gets and I am happy with the detailing additions. It was a fun process.

Wonderful metal finishes and the seat belt kit is superb. What a great build!

Must have been a challenging mask & paint job and you pulled it off beautifully. Another winner from the Chernosky factory!

Wonderful build. Beautiful detailing and finishes. Such a wonderful and efficient way to go racing. Today's F1 claims to achieve carbon neutral yet they need about 10 semis to carry a car, parts, etc...

nice snug fit ?

Thanks Bill. I'm following your's with great interest. I'm sure you'll come up with fresh ideas on how to dress it up.

Thank you Donato.