Revell Ed Roth Surfite w/ Surf Diorama

[laemtao]

17 hours ago, Tom Geiger said:

Good luck with those front vents! I remember they weren’t exactly straight on my kit and were a pain to paint!

First stance mock up and it sits perfect! Always always fit and fit and fit more! 

[laemtao]

This is not the specific board for the Surfite. The kit has 3 this board will be apart of the diorama so testing my skills before I tackle the board that will sit on the car. The board is one of 2 you can have the Ed Roth figure holding. 

[misterNNL]

Your idea for the wave dio is inspired indeed. Be sure to let us know exactly what materials you use and how it's done.

[Casey]

On 2/18/2021 at 10:29 AM, laemtao said:

I will ditch the tiki shack for this one.

Wise decision, as it detracts from the vehicle when both are displayed together. Despite the Surfite's size, its got some really nice detail and parts, and where else are you going to find 12" tires?

You've made some good progress so far. I was going to suggest you try filing the slots in the body using a square miniature file, but it sounds like you have already started working on a solution.

[laemtao]

52 minutes ago, misterNNL said:

Your idea for the wave dio is inspired indeed. Be sure to let us know exactly what materials you use and how it's done.

Oh boy!! I’m not even sure what I’ll use yet most likely some sort of clay and acrylic paints. I thought of resin but time and money, the clay will be much easier. I’ll def show that process as well. 

[laemtao]

21 minutes ago, Casey said:

Wise decision, as it detracts from the vehicle when both are displayed together. Despite the Surfite's size, its got some really nice detail and parts, and where else are you going to find 12" tires?

You've made some good progress so far. I was going to suggest you try filing the slots in the body using a square miniature file, but it sounds like you have already started working on a solution.

Yeah I am only ditching the shack cuz of the space on the surf fin does not have room for it and that shack is awesome and can always be a great piece for another kit. May sell it too since the surf van just got released and maybe a potential project for someone. 

Was super stoked about the 12” rubber tires. I did buy some 12” 3D printed tires for a camper project but they didn’t do justice so I will most likely get another kit to grab those smaller rubber tires. 
 

and yeah the body gaps aren’t too bad it’s mainly the rear bumper and spot where the board wraps in the rear that will require some more work. That’s my next step once I get the vents done. 
 

by the way just spent 2 weeks in Milwaukee and MODEL EMPIRE is hands down one the coolest shop ever, I like going into a shop and talk with owners/employees.  

Edited February 25, 2021 by laemtao

[laemtao]

Testings out the New Boards. The red stripes were being a little fussy so had to shorten them to keep a symmetric design. Added a pinstripe on one for Ed Roth. They have a clear pearl coat so pop really well in light (no photos) 

Edited February 25, 2021 by laemtao

[PatW]

Brilliant job! I've built this a couple of years ago..

As a surfboard hauler with trailer and made extra boards and home printed the decals. 

[laemtao]

7 minutes ago, PatW said:

Brilliant job! I've built this a couple of years ago..

As a surfboard hauler with trailer and made extra boards and home printed the decals. 

Wicked cool! I have a screenshot of your kit from a couple weeks back, the trailer idea was awesome. Great job on that build. 
 

The rubber tires that the kit came with are great for other trailers/campers. I am trying to find another Surfite to just pull the tires from. 

[doorsovdoon]

Funky looking car. I like those wheels and tyres.

[Casey]

23 hours ago, laemtao said:

Yeah I am only ditching the shack cuz of the space on the surf fin does not have room for it and that shack is awesome and can always be a great piece for another kit. May sell it too since the surf van just got released and maybe a potential project for someone. 

Was super stoked about the 12” rubber tires. I did buy some 12” 3D printed tires for a camper project but they didn’t do justice so I will most likely get another kit to grab those smaller rubber tires. 

Not sure what the kits with the Roth figure are selling for, but a year or two ago I bought several and had no trouble re-selling each figure for $20, so if you don't need extras, you get the kit for (almost) free. I used that approach to stock up in the tires, which as you mentioned, are great for trailers.

23 hours ago, laemtao said:

by the way just spent 2 weeks in Milwaukee and MODEL EMPIRE is hands down one the coolest shop ever, I like going into a shop and talk with owners/employees.  

Yes, we're very fortunate here to have a LHS like Model Empire, so I do my best to spend my money there.

The boards look great. Looking forward to seeing more progress.