Kit Basher

This is where I got 32 gauge insulated single conductor wire in black: Micronmeters The outside of the insulation is 0.37mm, very close to the size the OP mentions in his first post.

That is very nicely done!

I like using telephone wire for heater hoses. I don't know what gauge it is, I would guess 24. I use 32 gauge wire for stock plug wires, 30 gauge looks a little big to me. Bear in mind that the gauge of the wire is for the wire only, it does not include the insulation. Insulated 32 gauge wire is about the same size as bare 30 gauge. I have used 30 gauge insulated wire for battery cables, it looks OK to me. Hope that helps.

WOW!! I think "Amazing" is not a strong enough word. "Freakin' Incredilble" doesn't do it justice. I can't imagine the time and effort that went into that. I am blown away.

That came out great, Mark! Lots of cool details.

That is excellent in every way!

No gray or tan, but these folks have Red, Black, White, Yellow, Blue, and Green. http://www.micronmeters.com/p-105-insulated-wire-32-awg.aspx

The short answer is "NO". The clearest shellac still has a slight amber color. Even after it dries, it can be dissolved with alcohol, and it is prone to water spots. It is also softer than lacquers or enamel, so scratches easier. Shellac is a resin dissolved in alcohol. Unlike many paints, it does not "cure" (change its chemical structure) as it dries. It is an excellent finish for furniture and musical instruments, because it can be easily repaired, but I would not use it on a model car.

Good job! Paint, BMF, engine bay, and weathering all very nicely done.

Thanks for that link, Lee. Really informative and excellent workmanship. Makes me want to build one even more!

Thanks, Silvester. I think I am going to get the Hasegawa kit when it becomes available.

Thanks for that link, Mike! It does look like a nice kit. As near as I can tell the Italeri kit has no chrome parts.

Does anyone have any info on these kits? Two by Hasegawa, supposedly soon to be available, one by Italeri. It appears they are all curbsides. Is one better than the other? Thanks!

Carl, that's the first time I've noticed your "Caution" sign. That's a hoot! (Nice paint too!)

Nice job, Janne! I love those old Minis and this one looks fantastic.

I really like that color! Nice work.

Looks great as usual, Jim.

I had an MRI on my head a couple of years ago, which confirmed that there's absolutely nothing in there.

Awesome work as usual, Harry. That thing looks like a locomotive!

Beautiful workmanship and a cool car! You might enjoy this video from Jay Leno's Garage. http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=jay+leno's+garage+honda+s600&qpvt=jay+leno's+garage+honda+s600&view=detail&mid=DB27E083193634C40E0FDB27E083193634C40E0F&FORM=VRDGAR

Looks good!

Thanks, Michael!

Thanks, Phil! Thanks, Kevin!

Thanks Jim, can't wait to see your '68! Thanks, Derick!

Really nicely done, G, and a cool idea. Love the "Kilroy".