Plastheniker Posted March 10, 2016 Share Posted March 10, 2016 (edited) Hi, My old instruction sheet says that Tamiya released this 1/20 kit almost 20 years ago. Nevertheless I remember building both models quite well. When I buy a Tamiya kit I expect a top class kit, all the more as 20 years ago the German Tamiya sole importer kept prices very high. I can't say that I was completely disappointed. As usual fit, realism and instruction sheet were excellent. I was, however, disappointed by some simplifications that I didn't expect in a Tamiya kit e. g. the common pedal support was rather crude, the shift linkage (clearly visible on the real car) was missing completely, no ignition cables and brake hoses, the box-like mesh on top of the intake trumpets was replicated by a box of clear plastic - really anachronistic when PE parts had already become a feature of many kits. Really annoying were the poor surfaces of most chromed parts. Uneven and with conspicious seams I either replaced them by real metal or sanded and foiled them. All in all the kit required more effort than expected, but standing side by side with my 8 pairs of superdetailed 1/20 Casadio/Revival GP models this pair makes an interesting completion. Edited March 11, 2016 by Plastheniker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbowser Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Outstanding as always. I really look forward to your replicas. With the right backround it would be tough to tell it wasn't 1:1. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Myers Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Very nice in spite of the kit short comings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bondo bill Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 great work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hubert Rollins Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Nice model, excellent skills on display here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helix Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Very nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miatatom Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Once again, Jurgen, you've done an excellent job. Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusader101 Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Beautiful build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 You always make'em look real!, excellent job and detail as always!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kargirl Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Amazing build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisR Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Looks great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peekay Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Another beautiful replica! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
花火 Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 oh my.. very beautiful work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeeBee Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Superb build ..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nacho Z Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 You are one great modeler! I always enjoy looking over your latest creation. This one is no exception. Great job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afx Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2whl Posted March 11, 2016 Share Posted March 11, 2016 Outstanding job on this kit, Jurgen. I would have to agree with all of your observations on the kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plastheniker Posted March 12, 2016 Author Share Posted March 12, 2016 Thanks for your replies and thanks for the compliments! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
traditional Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 Jurgen, As always, your modeling skill, attention to detail,, and your photography are strictly 'first class'. A treat to behold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagercr Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 Beautiful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belugawrx Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 Another beautiful build Jurgen !Well Done, Sir. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Foxx Posted March 12, 2016 Share Posted March 12, 2016 Super neat build , great detail work , your work is always so awesome . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ack! Ack-ack! Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 Great idea + great skills = great modelsToll! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulbo Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 I do not see any diference between real car and your model. Absolute stunning details and perfect job!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shardik Posted March 13, 2016 Share Posted March 13, 2016 I have a profound appreciation for the F1 cars of this era. The sleek, functional simplicity made these cars things of beauty. You have, very capably, captured the true essence of this automotive sculpture. Bravo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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