The Lycoming uses the same method of formers and sheet covering !Attachment 28630
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The Lycoming uses the same method of formers and sheet covering !Attachment 28630
Fantastic! What is the sheet covering material? I really admire model makers and there are so many details I am sure many would love to know. The wheels for example on all your models are exceptionally well done - an aspect that lets down many models.
As a youngster, I treasured the book by Rex Hays, but never graduated beyond commercial kits.
ERC..... the covering is sheet styrene plastc available from hobby shops. Various thickness for different jobs. Some wheels are after market of the webb. Others I have modified using various bits from the spares box It's a very rewarding hobby if ya can't afford the real thing.....lol................................Tony
Wow, that is f##king cool, any chance of a kitset or something?.im sure leo would like one too, well done!.
its a credit to all who built these, congrats on a great job fellas
Amazing Guys, particularly as all famous NZ carsQuote:
Originally Posted by chaindrive
Tony, these are just fantastic.
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Wheels are not the best..............Too chrome. Some time i'll remove and repaint silver. !!!!!!..........replacement pic
....................and Vanwall (sans windscreen!)
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One of my all time favourite cars. I doubt your box of bits would ever yield 100% accurate wire wheels for that car! Send me a PM with your address and I may be able to post you a few left over bits and pieces you may find useful.Quote:
Originally Posted by chaindrive
I know its not in the same league as these other models
But here is a photo of the James Bond, Aston Martin DB5 Model, that I am building up
Also a photo of the wire wheels that I had made on a 3D printer .Markson
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Hi Markson,...........that is absolutely brilliant and those wheels are magnificent. What scale is that ? There would be a big market for those wheels. The ones on the DB3 were after market wheels but not in the same league as yours !
Hi Chaindrive Thanks
The wheels are 1/8th scale and will withstand atleast 12kgs centre axle loading
Here is a closeup photo after undercoating and before a few hrs of sanding, to paint
And the wheel balancing weight is to large
I was or am going to see if I can get some vacuum chromed, Markson
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Wow! 3D printers will certainly make a huge difference to genuine and amateur model makers.
I have always been a kit builder since the 2/- Airfix vintage/veteran car issues and never managed a scratch built.
Of recent kits, I bought several Tamiya Jaguar Mk 2 kits whilst recuperating from neck surgery 17 years ago. What a stunning model. About 15 transfers (OK, decals) for the walnut dash alone made this a must buy kit.
The price of 1/43 models is way out of my price range, but most manufacturers of larger scale interesting models don't produce kits, just ready assembled. More's the pity.
Got your PM Chaindrive. I'll see what I have got.
Hi ERC What about this guy building the real thing using a 3D printer here in NZ
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Future project maybe? Pete Leversedge's K8
I believe the full size Aston has been made out of many, many small parts using a domestic sized 3D printer. A real labour of love that one.
Hey Bry3500.....................food for thought !!!!!!!!!
Attachment 28762Fantastic work Chain Drive.
When I was about 14 I built this replica of Paul Fahey's Mustang built from a AMT 1/25 scale kit.
And a look under the bonnet, Attachment 28763
Hey Mark, Brilliant. I'd like that one in my cabinet. Don't you get a sense of achievment that you have something that is unique. Great stuff...........................TonyQuote:
Originally Posted by MarkQ
Great stuff !!!!!!
Here's one you won't find on Ebay. This kit came out in the 50's consisting of wood blocks which were carved to shape with Brass wheels. susp etc.. Rare as rocking horse manure !!!!!Attachment 28854
Worth how much? Any idea? I think you'll find it is the E Type ERA. The A/B/C/D types were the upright originals.Quote:
Originally Posted by chaindrive
Given that both ERA and BRM were based on national pride, I suppose that it is appropriate that I photographed this today, St George's day...
I still have the template for the radiator grille and the tyres on this model match those of the supplied paperwork - which includes a photograph. The photograph with the paperwork also includes a driver.
Megabucks to the true collector......Just having the original box is a bonus!
Hi can I please get in contact with steve Holmes re mustang book thanks
ERC you're right. E type it is. I scored this model as a resto job so it's not entirely accurate..........But it is different !
You could post on the thread for the book, its on second page of latest posts, or try sending a PM to steve.Quote:
Originally Posted by Elma Fud
Just checked on Ebay. The last one went for about 38GBP!Quote:
Originally Posted by chaindrive
The MRRC 4WD Mercedes unbuilt slot racing kit I sold in NZ, fetched a lot more than that!
I do have the full set of Dad's Merit kits (built up) with the original boxes. He made a good job of those.
Every time you show us some more I become even more lost for words. Your work is simply stunning.
Totally agree, wish I had the talent, all my models are diecast or resin and not made by myself.Quote:
Originally Posted by Oldfart
One with out too much sign writing to save your magic shaky hands.
I have a collection of photos if you want some to look at
Thanks Rod..... Plenty of pic on Google but it appears not too many 330's down this part of the world.
This is a T300 Probably yellow will JBL livery would be appropriate for NZQuote:
Originally Posted by chaindrive
Here are a couple of a present NZ car. Brett Willis
At Laguna Seca for Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion at moment, got big classic meeting on for 2 weekends. 7th-9th August 2015 Pre-Reunion and 2015 Rolex-Reunion 12th-16th August
Have more ie front on etc
Thanks Rod............It may be some time off !!!!!!
We all have time.
Correct- Methuselah for example lived to a ripe age of 969 years............
Rod,
Perhaps I will get to meet you at Laguna Seca. Will you still be there on Aug 14-16th ?
(Ken Hyndman )