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Joined: 26/04/2014 Posts: 1,172 Points: 3,422 Location: Essex
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RM1 wrote:Steve279021 wrote:Enjoy. It's a cracking build. It's nice to have a new one to follow now that mine is all but finished. Hi Steve. Thanks for looking in. Yours is certainly one that I will be using as a reference for this build.
Malc. Glad to be of service! Senna mclaren mp4/4 build complete mp4/4 build http://forum.model-space...spx?g=posts&t=12029
Dodge charger build https://forum.deagostini....1686229545.1.1.utmcsr=(direct)|utmccn=(direct)|utmcmd=(none)&__utmv=-&__utmk=9709046
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 Rank: Pro Groups: Joined: 24/08/2009 Posts: 48,051 Points: -13,308
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Very nice indeed Steve, you should be very proud of what you've achieved with this kit - well done!!    
Kev 
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Making a slow but careful start.
I noticed that the tabs on the upper nose cone part don't make contact with the lower section. Shown below.
There really is no point in applying glue as instructions detail.
Am I missing something here? The two parts are aligned correctly. Has anyone else noticed this? Not complaining, just commenting.
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Part 2 complete Straight forward so far and quality parts to work with.
(it's not really a pink version, I must use the flash next time.)RM1 attached the following image(s):
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That is looking good! Will be starting mine soon, so following your build!
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 Rank: Super-Elite    Groups: Registered
Joined: 31/05/2010 Posts: 5,679 Points: 17,011 Location: Wiltshire
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Another lovely model taking shape well. Hope you are getting lots of enjoyment building this one. Happy Modelling
BUILDING: Hachette Spitfire Mk 1A, Constructo Mayflower
SUBSCRIPTION COMPLETE (Awaiting building): USS Constitution, Sovereign of the Seas, 1:200 Bismarck (Hachette)
COMPLETED: Porsche 911, E-Type Jaguar, Lam Countach
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Rank: Pro Groups: Joined: 24/08/2009 Posts: 48,051 Points: -13,308
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A very nice start Malc and I'm sure you'll do as fantastic a job with this as you've done with all of your other McLaren builds - well done!!
Kev
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The nose cone attachment brackets look like they were folded sheet metal on the real car so I've tried to create that appearance by masking a thin edge and brushing matt black.RM1 attached the following image(s):
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Just waiting for some bits and pieces then I will be starting mine. Nice work so far!
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There's some great detailing ideas in the builds that have been posted in the modelspace forum. I used a 1,2mm drill in a pin vice to remove the paint in the holes around the brake disc. Not sure if the hole should go right through so haven't gone too deep. RM1 attached the following image(s):
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Going by the pictures I have seen they go all the way through.
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Nemesis wrote:Going by the pictures I have seen they go all the way through.
Thanks for looking in and the info'. I'm checking a few pictures and I all I can see is a blind hole. Will keep searching.
Malc.
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I've got some carbon look decals from Autograph so I made a ( nervous ) start by spraying the nose cone a very light coat of Silver. Added the decals and finished with a light spray of smoke. RM1 attached the following image(s):
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Nicely made parts on the engine block. I sprayed the clutch plates metallic gold. They won't be seen but I thought the contrast looked good. RM1 attached the following image(s):
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Another brake caliper finishedRM1 attached the following image(s):
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Coming along really well, I have the Autograph decals, nice to see what they will come out like, good job!
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Rank: Pro Groups: Joined: 24/08/2009 Posts: 48,051 Points: -13,308
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Nice work on the carbon decals and the brake caliper Malc!! She's certainly starting to look good now and you're making good progress with your build my friend - well done and thanks for sharing your work!!
Kev
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Stage 9 (pack 3) now done.
These parts are so nice to work with.RM1 attached the following image(s):
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A little black panel line accent wash. (tamiya) on the alternator as suggested in the instructions.RM1 attached the following image(s):
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