Mickeyj 11 Posted August 1, 2017 Hi folks, i´d like to introduce my Scorcher and myself. Last year i got into rc cars with a Sand Scorcher. It was a pleasure to built it. The techincal part was easy the painting although gave me a hard time. So a year after i decided to do a face lift to my Scorcher. After dremeling, priming, filling and painting i almost finished it today. I still need a bit of experience in body work and weathering. Lots of 3d printed parts have been added and there is still a lot work ahead. Here are some impressions of the current status of my Desert Scout. Feel free to leave a feedback. 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TeaMonster 506 Posted August 1, 2017 34 minutes ago, Mickeyj said: Hi folks, i´d like to introduce my Scorcher and myself. Last year i got into rc cars with a Sand Scorcher. It was a pleasure to built it. The techincal part was easy the painting although gave me a hard time. So a year after i decided to do a face lift to my Scorcher. After dremeling, priming, filling and painting i almost finished it today. I still need a bit of experience in body work and weathering. Lots of 3d printed parts have been added and there is still a lot work ahead. Here are some impressions of the current status of my Desert Scout. Feel free to leave a feedback. Welcome to the forum Great looking Scorcher and some very nice detailing. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Granddad Stinky 975 Posted August 1, 2017 Hi Buddy. A big fat welcome to ya! 👍 Love the side nerf bars. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mickeyj 11 Posted August 2, 2017 Hi guys, thanks for the kind comments. Hopefully i can do some filling on the nose section and some detail painting today. Im still not satisfied with the wheel covers. I find they should be rusty white instead of old silver. Needful advice is welcome when it comes to weathering. I just checked out youtube for advice. The salt method is already known Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Granddad Stinky 975 Posted August 2, 2017 I presume you know about weathering with strong tea? 👍 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markbt73 5316 Posted August 2, 2017 Welcome! Nice looking Scorcher, and thank you for not adding rust to the parts of the body that are fiberglass on the 1:1 (front clip and fenders). You have no idea how many people do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mickeyj 11 Posted August 2, 2017 41 minutes ago, Granddad Stinky said: I presume you know about weathering with strong tea? 👍 Nope didnt hear about it. Should give it a try. Thq for the hint 37 minutes ago, markbt73 said: Welcome! Nice looking Scorcher, and thank you for not adding rust to the parts of the body that are fiberglass on the 1:1 (front clip and fenders). You have no idea how many people do. Honestly i did that but i didnt like it. I made the front fenders in aluminum silver and the rear fenders kept in tan color. Btw i droped the silver rims and repainted them white with some heavy rusty spots. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Granddad Stinky 975 Posted August 2, 2017 42 minutes ago, Mickeyj said: Nope didnt hear about it. Should give it a try. Thq for the hint You have to soak bits overnight but it gives a realistic "dirt' Like so... He forgot his wedding anniversary and spent the night sleeping rough. I was pleased with the dirty hat! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mickeyj 11 Posted October 19, 2017 Hi there, just wanted to share the progress of my Dessert Scout projekt. This time i mainly took care of the lighting, now all lights work Enjoy 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kingfisher 1171 Posted October 20, 2017 Looks great, and nice job on the dents. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mickeyj 11 Posted October 21, 2017 12 hours ago, Kingfisher said: Looks great, and nice job on the dents. Thanks man The bug is still work in progress... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
