McLarem M8B

[Rich Chernosky]

Mark, compared to the vinyl fittings , the new ones are way better.  Wish that stuff was available when i built mine. Some of those lines and hoses, particularly the ones on top of the engine may also interfere with body fit.  The new ones are smaller and more accurate so this should eliminate that problem.  Your progress looks very good and  I can identify with your enthusiasm. 

[IanH]

Always love seeing these builds, brings back good memories.

If I could do it over, I would replace the vinyl lines with braided hose as you are doing, think that will make a huge difference. 

Here is a link to mine for interests sake :

 

[Mark W]

7 hours ago, IanH said:

Always love seeing these builds, brings back good memories.

If I could do it over, I would replace the vinyl lines with braided hose as you are doing, think that will make a huge difference. 

Here is a link to mine for interests sake :

 

 

Ian, glad you like the braided lines and fittings, my first attempt at these. I’m happy I made the decision.

Thanks for sharing the link, you did a beautiful McLaren! Always enjoy looking at another’s build.

[Mark W]

Chassis is painted! Just a mockup for the picture and be sure all parts fit. I’ll take it apart and paint the lower body now as I think it will be easier than when all the other bits are on it.

Used Alclad gloss black base ALC305 as a base. Followed that with Alclad Polished Aluminum ALC 105.

Final coated it with Special S-02 Chrome Sealer. This is an absolutely clear non-dulling coating. It was recommended to me by Barbatos Rex.

 

[Mark W]

Did some major plumbing on the engine. I decided to put the stacks on before posting a picture, make it look prettier.

Will be painting them today.

[Mark W]

Much work done on this pair, but I see there is a ton more to do.

I’m happy with the resin fittings and they save a lot of time and money over the metal ones. At least there’s a choice.

The cars need to sit on a micro fiber cloth now because of the painting of the chassis. 
The colors are Mr Color #109 Character yellow for Bruce’s car and Tamiya TS-26 pure white for Oscar’s as recommended by Rich Chernosky.

The tubing for the injectors is Hareline micro tubing orange, a fly tying product.

Thanks for looking!