irenL 0 Posted January 2, 2007 awesome job so far of what seems to be a box stock assembly. I'd suggest tin metal clamps for the radiator hoses and several 90 degrees bends for the spark plug leads on the rocker cover to push the scale realism a bit further. I was tempted to own the caterham kit some years ago, but settled for the 1/12 mini and skyline instead, with the later proved to be more of a headache as the doors and bonnet play hard to allign. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clarkey 0 Posted January 2, 2007 Cheers CT though I am sure u could pull off a stunning caterham as your painting skills on the p34 looked tops. The next step was to assemble the air filters. They are simply stunning the pics do not convey how good they look Tamiya came up trumps here they are metal with k&n logos with metal filters made from a super fine crinkled gorse Here they are assembled sorry it’s out of focus And installed in the chassis These components make the bonnet hooks witch were attached to both sides of the car Next I made up the spare wheel (I also made the others now for later) The finished wheel attaches to the rear with this long screw only one in the kit so be careful not to lose it. Then the center cap was screwed on And here it is mounted to the car Next I assembled the front lights and the wing mounts And mounted its starting to get its character now A steady hand was needed as the glue fogs this plastic very easily and these are the first things the eye will be drawn to on the finished car. The silver pieces are for the indicator lenses to be fixed over I painted it to give it a backing. And here with the lenses on So here is the finished chassis from the rear And from the front all that is left to do is the body panels lights wheels and polishing [Y] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeeMiller 1 Posted January 2, 2007 This kit is really worth every $, €, or whatever... Thx for sharing bro! Stunning![] Dee. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clarkey 0 Posted January 3, 2007 Couldn’t agree more it would be a bargain at twice the price. I have been busy in my shed spraying these up. They where sanded with 1500 grit paper in warm soapy water then given 6 thin coats of Tamiya racing green. It seems to be very hard to take a photo of the gloss as the flash seems to penetrate it if that makes sense so I took the first one with the flash off. Please note these are not polished or waxed yet that will be done when the paint has sealed and they are on the car. The components of the nose cowl. The grill is made from tiny diameter metal tubing and is welded together it looks very impressive in the flesh. The badge is a small badge made of some sort of rubber it is not merely a decal but an actual miniature badge it looks very nice on. These are metal foil and have to be cut out and affixed to the rear wings. And here are the panels attached This was quite some work as many many screws are used to hold them on From the rear And finally my favorite pic as the car really has some character now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest joelvardy Posted January 3, 2007 WOW, some of the talent on this club doesn't get the respect that it deserves!!!!! I admire your work Joel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clarkey 0 Posted January 4, 2007 Thanks Joel I know that most on this club are more into RC (me included) but its such a nice kit I wanted to share it with everyone. Next stage was to fit the bonnet to the car it attaches using the hooks on springs and small molded clips it can be removed and probably will be when I have the car on display. The bonnet just needed al little shaping by hand to ensure a perfect panel gap. I love how they have modeled the louvers. And from the front And side Next I attached the wheels these are held on by scale bolts using the wrench provided it’s nice that I can remove them to show people the disc brakes as the model has become quite a conversation piece when people come round. The indicators where attached to the wings care was needed to here to ensure no glue runs crept onto the paintwork Next I painted the rear lights the brake and indicator fixings where backed with silver before being assembled. The smaller reverse and fog lights where detailed with silver and black These where then attached to the car completing the final step And here is the finished car all that is left is to polish the metal and polish and wax the body work The car will now be sent to the valet for a spruce up before it resides in this home I got for it today Finally I really like this pic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest joelvardy Posted January 4, 2007 It looks absolutely amazing![<)] I would love to be able to say I have done that! it certainly deserves a tamiya display case! Great work, I am sure it is a talking point! What is the next build then? [Y] [Y] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clarkey 0 Posted January 4, 2007 thanks ye im chuffed how it came out espeicaly as its the first static i have built since i was young (except for the start of the f40) wich i think i may finishe next but it will have to wait as for the next few weeks i have 3 essays to write as im in the last year of my degree. And i have a top force and dyna storm to get built as a treat when i have finished my work [H] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Corpse Thrower 16 Posted January 4, 2007 thanks ye im chuffed how it came out espeicaly as its the first static i have built since i was young (except for the start of the f40) wich i think i may finishe next but it will have to wait as for the next few weeks i have 3 essays to write as im in the last year of my degree. And i have a top force and dyna storm to get built as a treat when i have finished my work [H] Bravo Clarkey my boy, you have done us all proud. It looks sensational. Do a chronicle on the Top Force, I think we have a hop up build guide, but not a standard one. Hows our sig coming? What are we called? The Professors? The Teachers? The pustulant builders of Putrification and Death? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tamiya Learner 1 Posted January 4, 2007 Ther are NO words good enough to describe your acheivement with this, Only the pics can do that for you; congrats on such patience, pics and the end result, Awesome M8[] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeeMiller 1 Posted January 4, 2007 Fantastic footage and very well build! Compliments![Y] Dee. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clarkey 0 Posted January 4, 2007 Thanks guys i never expected such praise but it is very welcome just worried about keeping up the standard on the next big build. Good point about the top force ct i will document it it will be in a few weeks. I have been thinking about the sig still strugling to think of a name any one have a good idea (its a sig to link to build up threads) hmm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VonBlade 0 Posted January 4, 2007 Staggering. Incredible work on a incredible kit. We're not worthy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vrooom666 31 Posted January 4, 2007 Thats pretty!! you must have patience of saint! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clarkey 0 Posted January 4, 2007 Thanks guys u really are all to kind, and I didn’t even think anyone would be interested as it wasn’t rc guess there is a place for static’s here too . Put the finishing touches to it today. Polished the metal with Tamiya fine polishing compound then waxed it with modeling wax. Finally I waxed the body work to just seal in the paint and give it a nice shine. I have to say I am really impressed with there wax And finally sitting proud in its case not sure about how to position it in the case but I like this for the minute. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcovalsk 5 Posted January 8, 2007 Hi you did a nice work there, also a good step by step always useful. If you want to see how to build this one, just follow the link. http://www.modelersite.com/PDF_Fotos_VII/Caterham.htm Absolutely superdetailed! Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clarkey 0 Posted January 17, 2007 Just to let people know i have a second nib version of this kit for sale it is imaculate and untouched. It is in the uk but i can ship any wear i am looking for £90.00 plus shipping. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeeMiller 1 Posted January 17, 2007 Hi you did a nice work there, also a good step by step always useful.If you want to see how to build this one, just follow the link. http://www.modelersite.com/PDF_Fotos_VII/Caterham.htm Absolutely superdetailed! Cheers Too bad you'll have to pay for the PDF...[:@] Dee. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeeMiller 1 Posted January 18, 2007 Too bad as in "a pity" as many people would love to read the article, including me. Relax, it's just a personal opinion like I replied on your PM.[] Dee. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clarkey 0 Posted January 19, 2007 Oo something lost in translation here sorry did not mean to suggest it wasnt worth it i am simply completley skint at the moment being a student (i have to save up hard to buy the few kits i do!) i just meant that its a pity i cant read it. Joe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeeMiller 1 Posted January 19, 2007 Well, people who really want it will pay, I have no doubt![:#] Dee. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcovalsk 5 Posted January 19, 2007 Too bad as in "a pity" as many people would love to read the article, including me.Relax, it's just a personal opinion like I replied on your PM.[] Dee. Ok, I apologize, is not the first time the laguage plays me a bad moment...or maybe I'm little sensitive about this, I hope no hard feelings [:$] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Martin71RS 1 Posted January 19, 2007 I really enjoyed clarkey 's FREE OF CHARGE excellent build report !! (same as DMILLER's build report and some others) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
