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#1 Posted : 22 October 2016 13:33:56

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I'm well on the way to completing the fantastic Senna MP4/4 , 1/8 scale but when I saw this in a local model shop I just couldn't resist. ( after all it satisfies my Mclaren addiction Crying )
This will be a straightforward "out of the box" build with no ( well maybe a little ) extra detail.
The version is one with the snorkel intakes so is a little different to the larger build. It also gives me a chance to practice preparing and painting parts again which I'm missing with the Deag' kit.BigGrin
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#2 Posted : 22 October 2016 13:35:45

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Here's the bulk of the parts. Not many really.
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#3 Posted : 22 October 2016 13:37:24

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There will be a little extra with the full sponser decals and PE kit.BigGrin
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#4 Posted : 22 October 2016 14:39:27

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Have fun Malc, I'm sure you will make a good job of it and I bet you can't resist adding lots of detail?!


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#5 Posted : 22 October 2016 15:27:48

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Have fun Malc, I'm sure you will make a good job of it and I bet you can't resist adding lots of detail?!


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You're right Kev Laugh I'm already thinking of what can be done. The super detail kit from Top Studio caught my attention but it's quite pricey and I'm not sure that I have the skills ( and sufficiently small fingers ) to do it justice BigGrin.
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#6 Posted : 22 October 2016 16:15:59

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Looks like a really nice kit. Sometimes it's just fun to build straight out of the box Cool
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#7 Posted : 22 October 2016 17:33:49

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RM1 wrote:
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Have fun Malc, I'm sure you will make a good job of it and I bet you can't resist adding lots of detail?!


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You're right Kev Laugh I'm already thinking of what can be done. The super detail kit from Top Studio caught my attention but it's quite pricey and I'm not sure that I have the skills ( and sufficiently small fingers ) to do it justice BigGrin.


HaHa!! I just knew you would Malc and I'll look forward to seeing what you add. Cool ThumpUp

I have that full 'Top Studio' upgrade set for this along with the limited edition version of the Tamiya MP4/4 kit that comes with a driver figure, an engineer figure and decals for Senna's helmet. The 'Top Studio' set is stunning in it's content and has to be seen to be believed - I really should make a start on it!!

Good luck with your build Malc, looking forward to it.


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#8 Posted : 22 October 2016 20:37:56

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BigGrin Must resist, Must resist but you know its futile Crying LOL Love Drool Whatever you decide to do Malc there will be a top job done on itCool
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#9 Posted : 27 October 2016 10:43:21

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great kit Malc and some wonderful extras
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#10 Posted : 29 October 2016 13:25:24

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Made a start with spraying the monocoque and suspension arms semi-gloss black.
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#11 Posted : 29 October 2016 13:27:17

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Together with the undertray. Wow..this is going quickBigGrin
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#12 Posted : 05 November 2016 14:53:29

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OK..the first little extra is the heat shield on the undertray. I cut some kitchen foil to the correct shape and then pressed it onto a mesh with a firm sponge to get the stippled look BigGrin
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#13 Posted : 05 November 2016 14:56:25

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The PE set has these neat parts for the underside.
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#14 Posted : 19 November 2016 15:10:44

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Some work around the radiators.
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#15 Posted : 19 November 2016 15:14:53

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I used the PE part to create the mesh guard in the intake.
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All very neat and tidy - looks fantastic.

Thst kitchen foil trick is very smart as well - would never of thought of using that.
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#17 Posted : 19 November 2016 17:09:14

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Some nice added touches going into this build, excellent work.BigGrin
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#18 Posted : 27 November 2016 15:45:46

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Cockpit detail added and started work on the engine/gearbox.
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#19 Posted : 27 November 2016 19:56:08

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BigGrin Very nice workCool
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#20 Posted : 10 December 2016 13:44:26

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Front cooling ducts with carbon decal and tyres scrubbed.
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