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That does look rather good, excellent work.   Mark
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Hi Malc, Lovely update. It's just getting better & better!!! Kind regards, Garth "Measure twice, cut once!!!"
Finished!!! HMS Victory,
Current build: Black Pearl.
On hold: Bismarck, Golden Hind, Flying Scotsman, Victory Cross Section, SOTS, Tiger 1.
Wish list: USS Constitution.
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Thanks to all for looking in and the kind comments.
@Kev. The taping of the steering wheel is part of the kit. There's a square of fabric which has to be cut into 2mm strips and bonded on. Quite pleased with the result.
Malc.
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My attention has turned to the bodywork . The supplied parts are quite rough with loads of flash, mould lines and sink marks. They are made from a very poor looking red plastic. I spent quite a bit of time cleaning them up and because I want a dark red finish ( not too glossy ) I have primed them with a flat black.
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The radiator is in 4 parts. I sprayed on the number 15 ( template in kit ) and gave the outside a Brass finish.
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Colour coat of Tamiya TS8 ( italian red ) but the black primer has darkened it to my liking
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Excellent work. Enjoying following your build. Andy.
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Thanks for looking in and the kind comments guys.
Malc.
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 All looking good and nice work Malc Current builds:-C57,Zero, Lamborghini Countach, Caldercraft HMS Agamemnon,Robi,R2-D2, MFH Cobra .
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Hi Malc, Such inspiring work Awesome work as usual. Kind regards, Garth "Measure twice, cut once!!!"
Finished!!! HMS Victory,
Current build: Black Pearl.
On hold: Bismarck, Golden Hind, Flying Scotsman, Victory Cross Section, SOTS, Tiger 1.
Wish list: USS Constitution.
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The instructions for this build are generally clear about the order of assembly but I would recommend that if fellow builders tackle the 806 that they plan well ahead for the construction. Some of the threaded plastic parts have poorly moulded screw threads which take brass fasteners. Generally these don't fit well and there is a constant risk of breaking the plastic. Even a die nut is not effective as the parts are so delicate. ( sizes M1.4 and M2 mm ).
A typical example is the pair of brake lever arms mounted on the inside of the rear axle assembly. The instructions show these being added at a late stage once all the rear suspension is in place. that would be very stressful !! I put them on before the main assembly.
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Another "silly" feature is the retention of the fuel tank on a single self tapping screw. No amount of clamping ( or hole enlarging ) stops the screw from splitting the carefully prepared tank  .
I tapped the hole for an M3 and used a machine screw.
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Moving ahead beautifully.
I bet it will look a stunner when complete, particularly if you put it alongside some recent F1 cars...
Roy.
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Hi coming along beautifully, be a model to be very proud of once complete. Builds hms victory, suzuki gsx 1300 R hayabusa, honda C B 750, lamborghini countach L P 500 S, tamiya 1/16 rc full option tiger 1 tank,
built, Mclaren M P 4 - 23. Occre london tram,
Stash.airfix 1/24 mosquito. Diag Virginia schooner, tamiya 1/6 honda 750, tamiya 1/35 famo, tamiya 1/35 flak 88.
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Lovely work Malc. Mark
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