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Thanks JC, going to be challenging but im trying. Thanks mate, hope to keep the progress on going and not get burnt out. LOL! LOL! I dont know jack about drift cars, but like to think I can glue some styrene together and make something. Hello Martin. Just trying to share some techniques learned along the way from many people I have observed and learnt from in the hobby and real world. Yeah I have attempted a few scratch built chassis, only one build ever made it through to completion though. Thats what I like the most about the hobby, sharing the builds and inspiring each other. The days of the old Lay It Low model car forum is where I seen many builders who inspired me and I learnt alot of scratch building techniques from the mini truck builders. Hope to keep pushing forward and turn the dream/idea into reality. Could be a cool looking set up, if I can make it happen.

Need to remove the engine bay so the body will fit over the chassis. Also shave the door handle and remove pillar, prefer the hard top look. Set the frame on some taped down 6mm x 4mm rectanlge tube, this sets the ride height. Placed the body over the chassis. Wheel mock. The kit has two engines, but only has all the parts for the 302. ] Prefer the big block , so Il use a resin TPB engine it is exact the same block Thats where im currently at, more progress soon.

Cut out the shape press down hard so the blade scribes the plastic. Peel the paper of, and shade some pencil into the scribed line. Can be tricky to cut this section, so start of drilling some holes to create an opening for next procedure. Cut the hole bigger. Various things used to cut and shape Also used the poor mans milling machine. Carefully slide the vice around to remove material. Once fully cut out, finish shaping with a file and sanding sticks. Then separate and do a final sand. Much better to do these sections one piece as it stronger with no joins. Get all pieces cut and cleaned up and start to tape them down on the layout. Tape every piece down to lock it in place. Using super glue spot tack all the joints, used plastic cement on the upper pieces that were not taped this allows time to get positioning correct.Then lock in place with super glue Once glue has set up, remove from layout. Some glue will seep down through joins bonding the chassis to the laminate. Carefully pry up with chisel blade. Thats the basics done, but lots more to do.

Have been down this road before and have a technique I like to use. Its old school but works. All starts with a layout drawing. Then laminate. Found a good flat surface for a work board and stick it down with spray adhesive. Tape the boarder to stop things catching the edge. Also print out a couple duplicates. To cut up and use for templates. Select materials and cut up using a mitre box and saw. I used 4mm x 2mm rectangle solid 2.5mm square solid 2mm square solid 2mm plate styrene Cut out front and back chassis sections to use for templates. And cut 2 pieces of 2mm plate same size as cut outs from paper. Spot tack the plates together and stick the paper cut out on top.

Not one to post this type of wip on here, as its not up to standard. But thought some might enjoy the process of the build. And maybe the end result. So we will get it straight from the start, I dont know jack about drift cars this is just me dreaming and building something for a community build on another site. I dont care about scale accuracy, this is me building what I want from my imagination and creativity. Il source ideas from all over the interweb and put my own spin on it and put it into the builds. The inspiration The kit. Wheels. And going to need a way to get it to the track. Ok, lets see how this goes. As always start of with a box stock mock, to see where things are at. Stock roller, looks like a 4x4. Needs to be lowered alot. Super charger is just for jokes. Stock chassis, aint going to cut it so it will be replace with a scratch built. So the fun begins.

Thanks again for the replies and sharing all the memories you guys have. Cheers for the info Brian. 1st Released November 2017, there are 3 different versions SB-1 and SC-1. Also there is a race car version (Team Yamato) which is on my wish list

Very impressive line up Roger, always enjoy seeing your builds. You have a unique way of capturing the street machine style.

Check out this link to a Youtube channel, battle damage and weathering Lots of techniques you mind find helpful.

Appreciate the additional comments thanks. All good Kurt. Thank you very much for sharing some of your story with a Civic, and il be sure to save some of your pics and add them to my build folder. Glad I sparked your interest and hope it will get you going with your build, which I look forward to seeing. Hope you will do a wip thread, So we can follow along while you build. I have another kit which my plan is to tune it up as I might or could have done and im sure I could get some ideas from you.

Yeah I remember watching the cartoon as a kid, interested to see how you go about building of model of it. So cool.

Thanks for the replies, so cool to hear many of you are familiar with this year of the Civic. Great little car. Sorry, I cant answer that as I dont know. Thats the reason for sharing builds, inspire and motivate others. Its an excellent kit.

Like the look of this build so far Roger. Makes me think if it had a supercharger poking through the bonnet/hood, it would be similar to an old aussie burnout car driven by a guy called Gary Myers.

This company produces 3D printed skulls and a skeleton at 1/24 scale, bit pricey but the quality and detail is amazing. I bought them from a web-store here in Australia and they have some in stock. https://www.bnamodelworld.com/model-figures-miscellaneous-maim-maim24054 Comparison to Rommels Rod skull This skeleton is mind blowing cant believe how fine the detail is, I already have broke a thumb of as it is very fragile.

This is a special build, this make of car was the first I owned and learnt to drive in. Was so happy when I seen Hasegawa release the kit and even happier when I started to build it, bought back so many fun memories of the journeys and good times I had in that car. Paint is Tamiya TS-47 chrome yellow. The yellow squares with letter L in the front and rear windows are what we call L plates, meaning Learner driver and must be displayed by law for the first six months after obtaining the Learners permit/license and must be accompanied at all times with a passenger who has a full license. Interior paint is TS-6 matt black and XF-flat black for the floor Unfortunately thats all I have is memories, as I didnt take any photos and cant remember every detail about the car. Thats why there is no number plate and havent figured out what side mirrors to use.

Chevelle got my attention, like black and red combo. Good job on the Charger too. Wise colour selections they work well together. Both builds are great and have a good amount of detail.

Chevelle has some good detailing work and looks bad ass in that black.

Very impressive line up, good amount of variety in the styles. The custom pick up/ute gets my vote for favourite.

Would have been fun building a model of a car that you currently own and daily drive, and I guess it would be a blast to cruise round in with the top down. Good to see a build that has the steering wheel on the correct side. Most cars on here there on the wrong side. LOL! Well done, its a great representation of your 1:1, look forward to seeing what you post up next. Know the feeling. Try to keep my builds simple nowadays, that way dont get burnt out over every single detail. If its visually good, im happy and having fun.

Thanks No clear, Tamiya TS-14 black doesnt need a clear coat imo. On occasion might wet sand and polish . Most of the time apply a bit of Meguiars Tech Wax 2.0 to remove bmf adhesive that gets left behind after trimming. Have been asked about a tutorial many times, maybe one day. As they say, its all in the prep. Which is especially true with black. Cant go wrong with Tamiya TS-14 black if you apply it just right over a properly prepared surface

Thanks for all the comments, appreciate that you guys are liking something different. The one pictured they are molded at an angle, although I think with your skill they could be modified and re positioned. Kit does contain other options. Dont take the kit too seriously and it can be alot of fun to build with a bit of imagination and creativity. Worth the cost of the kit imo. Yeah have become a bit of a fan myself, but I like any 2 door coupes not matter who the manufacturer is. Yes and can be built a few different styles and still be cool.

Built this awhile back, same style as a Buick previously posted. Custom engine bay. Rear section of chassis modified to allow for wheel fitment.

Some subjects I choose to build in a certain style.

A couple sheets of A4 can work well. Easy and quick set up. Camera at a lower angle and pic cropped after taken

Snaptite kit. Tamiya TS-11 Maroon. Wheels Pegasus Chrome T's 19' 23' combo and Pegasus disc brakes. Nice and low just how I like them.

I think I can relate. My Tamiya TS black stash.