Kombi Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 I actually completed this one last year, but just now got around to do some snapshots of it. One of these days I'll actually get some proper gear for better photos, but for now you'll have to bear with me. I utilized the Fujimi "Tetsu Ikuzawa & Porsche 917K '71 Fuji Masters 250km" kit, Studio27 photoetch upgrade kit, and Renaissance Decals. Some additional parts were taken from the "Martini Racing 917K" that I bought for parts. I built the spare tire myself and added the tread pattern. I never much cared for the kit version. Also, having seen a few examples at the Porsche Museum while I was in Germany I realized something had to be done there. Apart from that it was a largely box-stock build utilizing some P/E dress-up parts. Final assembly on this turned into a nightmare with parts breaking on epoxy getting everywhere. I also made some errors with the decals so in the end this just sort of represents one of the Gulf 917K's. Disappointed though I was in the conclusion, I'm glad to have this one in my collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxer Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 It certainly looks good! That business end shot of the rear is fantastic..all tire and mechanicals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bsoder Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 Great looking build of a great looking car! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
935k3 Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 (edited) Nice job! I built the Martini 1971 Le mans winner. These kits re very fiddly, especially the framing at the rear. I fixed the spare by chucking it in the drill to cut the grooves. The real car has a collapsible spare like the street cars from that era. Edited February 1, 2010 by 935k3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Cole Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 The Porsche 917K is such an iconic race car, and you did it good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Stone Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 I like that! Looks very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philo426 Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 Really like it!Reminds me of one of my fave Aurora slot cars! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyBad Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 WOW!! Looks great. Excellent work.. I love it.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crispy Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 Super build of a very cool car. Great work! I love that you were able to combine multiple parts from the kits. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoom Zoom Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 Very nice job! Love the Gulf livery Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raul_Perez Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 That car in those colors was always one of my favorites!! Thanks for sharing, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monty Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 How would you say this one compares to the Heller kit? I've been told the Heller version is virtually unbuildable unless you're a professional builder. Nice job on yours, BTW! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfhess Posted February 1, 2010 Share Posted February 1, 2010 How would you say this one compares to the Heller kit? I've been told the Heller version is virtually unbuildable unless you're a professional builder. Nice job on yours, BTW! I built a Heller 917 several years ago and don't recall any major problems. It went together without any big trauma. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommy Kortman Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 This has always been one of my favorite race cars, and liveries. You did it proud. This is a very nice job BRAVO!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dragline Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 This is a beautiful build. I love these cars and need to put aside my drag cars long enough to build one. I hope to do it justice like you have. NICE Bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyledr330 Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 Well done! Great looking car. Now you got me in the mood to do one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusader101 Posted February 2, 2010 Share Posted February 2, 2010 An absolutely superb build...a real jewel. I picture Steve McQueen behind the wheel from the movie 'LeMans'. Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kombi Posted February 2, 2010 Author Share Posted February 2, 2010 Thanks everyone for taking an look and for the many fine comments. I've always wanted a Gulf Liveried car in my collection and it had to be a 917K. My next Porsche will have to be a 908/03 whenever I manage to locate a 1/24 kit of one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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