rob1957 Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 Here is a nice kit to build . I usually don't build during summer months as there's lots to do during the nice weather . Paint is Tamiya X-34 Metallic Brown and Tamiya Clear Coat . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldscool Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 Very sharp work. Nice color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob1957 Posted June 17, 2021 Author Share Posted June 17, 2021 Everything was a nice fit with this kit . Front grille req'd a little extra TLC to set in , nothing drastic . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob1957 Posted June 17, 2021 Author Share Posted June 17, 2021 Thanks Old School ! Guess I should have taken the Tack Cloth along to wipe off the dust b4 photo shoot . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob1957 Posted June 17, 2021 Author Share Posted June 17, 2021 This particular package of BMF gave us some grief as pieces would tear coming off the backing paper and we had a lot of wrinkles in our final application . This was a first and we'll continue to use their product in the future . Maybe it was having BMF stored in the basement , which was my fault . Nice decals with this kit . 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob1957 Posted June 17, 2021 Author Share Posted June 17, 2021 Some engine detail . We used Tamiya X-14 Sky Blue . Detail Masters dist kit . Did fuel line , it's on the other side. I'm going to do some more under the hood details but I wanted to post a couple pics as we have a sunny day here , good for outdoor pics . This would be the 389 Pontiac power plant . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob1957 Posted June 17, 2021 Author Share Posted June 17, 2021 Final verdict : great kit to build , ease of fit-up . Not a lot of clean up with flashing . Red wall tires set it off . An extra set of Crager rims for custom look , we went with stock rally rims . Not an original factory colour but lays down quite nice . I had a minor boo-boo near the trunk which was my error . Straight outta the box for this kit and finished build is very nice indeed . Thanks ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snake45 Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 Great color, nice finish, clean build overall. Well done and model on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
espo Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 Beautiful looking GTO. Very nice detailing and the color really stands out. In '66 Chevrolet offered a color called Aztec Bronze that looked very much like this. I don't recall ever seeing a GTO that color but that doesn't mean that you couldn't and from your pictures they should have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michelle Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 nice work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelson Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 Looks great in that color!!just a nice build!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hi-Po Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 Turned out nice. Don't give up on the BMF as I have had sheets to the same thing to me. I found that the sheets need to be stored at room temp and kept free from any moisture. Also the age of the sheet can make a difference. After a couple of years, the adhesive seems to go south and the sheet becomes unusable. I replace my sheets every two or three years, just to be on the safe side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larman Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 Great job, nice color and details! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob1957 Posted June 17, 2021 Author Share Posted June 17, 2021 Thank You for comments and feedback everyone , we appreciate hearing from you . I think we'll keep the BMF upstairs now instead of in the basement where our workbench is . Sometimes in summer months basement can get humid so that might have had an effect on final application. I'm always trying to improve on my builds , learn from past mistakes and try new ideas . That's what makes the hobby fun and enjoyable . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classicgas Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisc63 Posted June 17, 2021 Share Posted June 17, 2021 Agree with others that this color is perfect for this car. Gorgeous goat. Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PappyD340 Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Very sharp indeed, well done! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TransAmMike Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Very nice job Robert on one of my favorite cars. As for the foil, I have commented on numerous posts about the bad foil as of late. If it's tearing easily tho, it sounds like you are using the thinner Ultra Chrome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom99 Posted June 18, 2021 Share Posted June 18, 2021 Looking good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carrucha Posted June 19, 2021 Share Posted June 19, 2021 Cool GTO. Nice body color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hmann68 Posted June 19, 2021 Share Posted June 19, 2021 Beautiful Goat! Love that color also. Put me down as another who’s had a bit of trouble with BMF lately. I swear that they’ve changed it somewhat. Nice job on that build! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geno Posted June 20, 2021 Share Posted June 20, 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zippi Posted June 21, 2021 Share Posted June 21, 2021 That Metallic Brown with the red line tires looks great. Pretty looking ride. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMT68 Posted June 22, 2021 Share Posted June 22, 2021 Fantastic color combination and your attention to detail is super. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Can-Con Posted June 23, 2021 Share Posted June 23, 2021 Looks great. Looks kinda orange or rust on my screen but it's a great color for that car. BTW, that kit's 1/25, not 1/24. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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