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[rastta]

Since recently joining this site - I haven't posted any of my recent builds.  I'll do that after having a chance to get some good pics of them.  The latest is a BRE Datsun 510.  Owned a modified 510 back in the late 70's early 80's.  Always loved em.  This is my first attempt at doing any wiring since the old days (40+ years ago) when I used to use thread and twist ties.  The model came with hoses and honestly they sucked.  Couldn't get them to attach correctly or bend at all.  So I figured I'd give the scale braided hoses and plug wires a shot.  Happy with the results.   Unfortunately the model places parts in different locations that the real car. Since I had originally planned on running the hoses/wiring that came with the model - I left them in those locations. Pic of the original car for comparison.

Edited December 23, 2017 by rastta

[espo]

I think your engine detailing looks great. Are you going for the BRE Racing or a modified street 510 ?

[jaymcminn]

Great job so far. I built this kit a few years back and absolutely love it!

[vintagercr]

Looking good and thanks for sharing the engine compartment of the real deal.  Great reference material

[rastta]

20 hours ago, espo said:

I think your engine detailing looks great. Are you going for the BRE Racing or a modified street 510 ?

BRE racing.  While it will be really close in a lot of ways - I have done some things that I think will look better on the model.

[rastta]

19 hours ago, jaymcminn said:

Great job so far. I built this kit a few years back and absolutely love it!

Thanks!  I looked at your photos - really nice build. 

[rastta]

5 hours ago, vintagercr said:

Looking good and thanks for sharing the engine compartment of the real deal.  Great reference material

Thanks - it helped me with most of the details.