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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  )
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.
Malc. RM1 attached the following image(s):
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Here's the bulk of the parts. Not many really.RM1 attached the following image(s):
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There will be a little extra with the full sponser decals and PE kit. RM1 attached the following image(s):
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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?!
Kev 
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ModelMania wrote: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?!
Kev You're right Kev  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 .
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Looks like a really nice kit. Sometimes it's just fun to build straight out of the box 
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RM1 wrote:ModelMania wrote: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?!
Kev You're right Kev 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 . HaHa!! I just knew you would Malc and I'll look forward to seeing what you add. 
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.
Kev
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great kit Malc and some wonderful extras
casp
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Made a start with spraying the monocoque and suspension arms semi-gloss black.RM1 attached the following image(s):
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Together with the undertray. Wow..this is going quick RM1 attached the following image(s):
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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 RM1 attached the following image(s):
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The PE set has these neat parts for the underside. RM1 attached the following image(s):
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Some work around the radiators.RM1 attached the following image(s):
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I used the PE part to create the mesh guard in the intake.RM1 attached the following image(s):
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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. 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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Some nice added touches going into this build, excellent work.
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Cockpit detail added and started work on the engine/gearbox.RM1 attached the following image(s):
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Very nice work Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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Front cooling ducts with carbon decal and tyres scrubbed.RM1 attached the following image(s):
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