Exotics_Builder

Here is a photo of my test shot that I took to the last club meeting. It was only 3 hours post spray when I bagged it and there was still some tackiness that you can see in the picture. Haven't checked it since.

Yes it does, as you stated

Did you already buy it? I was just checking the stash for an engine upgrade for a model and found the Lexus V8 engine as well

It did. Haven't seen one in a long time.

Saw the lap video on the large HDTV at home. Neat!!!

I hear you. Feel the same. Seems this will be the only way to get modern Ferraris except for diecast.

It is a nice kit. I just wish they would do the engines with them. Just my preference.

Your work is high quality. Just got the LSA and VW engines the other day. Thanks.

Try here https://www.wickedmodelcars.com/ And he is working on more Hypecars

Coming up tomorrow. Weather will be nice. Hope some of you can make it. Thanks

AIR smog pumps for 1968 and up GM cars. Even the hose assembly would be a welcome extra.

One week to go

I use Tamiya or Orlee masking tape. In this case, Tamiya.

Another option

All of that except for the wood trim and extra detail on the doors is from the kit. I've had it on the shelf for years and decided to tackle it. I use different techniques for carpeting, depending on effect I want and visibility. In this case I used Rustoleum Textured finish paint on areas where I didn't mask off.

Well, late on the updates. Components coming together, slowly. Got a booger in the hood and had to sand, primer and again paint. The interior is just about done. Added some Evergreen half round on the door cards and then some wood decals for extra visual effect (although hardly visible). Also added same wood decals on the dashboard plus BMF for the vents. Engine is wired up and finally set into the chassis. Added dip sticks for engine and transmission oil and some other wiring bits. Still need to run the brake and fuel line to their spots and finish that up. Wheels are set except for air valves (I do those last). Lots of finicky components left to sort out and install. Also, need to do a little more whittling to get the interior to fit. Initial test fit seemed good, but there is some gap up front that needs to be addressed. Given where I’m at, I don’t think it will be finished for our show on May 20, but should be ready for GoodGuys Puyallup.

Back to a more regular time schedule. This is a judged event.

The GSL is (now was) special. But, you do get the Jabbeke show that has some AMAZING builds. That is one I would love to get to but over 5,000 miles away.

Haven't ordered from them for some time, maybe 5 years

Well, best laid plans and all. Something unexpected just popped up and I will not be able to attend. ?

May I suggest you look for aftermarket decals and keep them well packed. The blue decals in this kit (as well as he Fred Cady version) are too dark.

I could not quite tell from the video, but it looks like the taillights are finally ribbed, If so, I can deal with the trim. It also appears that the interior still doesn't carry the Pontiac "spear" on the seats and carries the convertible "buttresses". So, those will need working as well.

Some years back Tamiya did do a few 1:18 scale model car kits (recollect about 3 racers, could have been one or two more). But these faded away fairly quickly.

Spot Model has been my best source of late. Although Upscale Hobbies carries some as well.