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They provide those spacers, even on the little 1:43 scale cars. I think it's intended to protect the rubber tires from forming a flat spot after sitting a long period of time. -
I am so sorry to learn you ran into this issue. Is the fit problem associated with the relief areas you tried to create over the injector intakes? Maybe if you give it some time in thought, you may find a way to solve this issue after all. I am washing you the best. Everything you have done up to now looks exquisite.
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What a gorgeous model, Chris. You really have the card models building down to a science. It's amazing to me how realistic the card models you build turn out. In my opinion, they look better that 99% of traditional, injection molded kits. Maybe in part that's due to the precise and beautiful color of the printed card, but mostly due to your skill in building it.
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I've loved the Lysander since building my first one when I was a kid, the old Hawk Models kit of it. The Lysander has been very underrepresented by kit companies in the past (except for Hawk). It's pleasing to see that Airfix has done up a new one. Your work on it to this point is great and am looking forward to following your build of it.
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Oh for sure Gary. One bottle is not enough for a 1:12 scale car. Better too much paint than not enough. Imagine the problem if something worse happened to the owner. It might be impossible to match that color with another brand without a whole lot of trial and error. I’ll over-order the next time to cover for the limited availability potential. Another option for high quality gloss enamel paint is Model Car World (MCW) paints. A huge line of colors, and he offers an hardener additive for his enamels. Much smaller jars but not thinned. Reduction ratio on those paints is 50%, and Mr Color Leveling thinner is compatible. Mix ratio of Gardner is eight parts paint to one part hardener. The hardener is not compatible with other brands of enamel.
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Tamiya shipped the parts I was missing in short order (white parts). Kudos to Tamiya customer service. The longer wait involved a second order of the custom mixed signal yellow. While the paint comes in a premixed 2-ounce bottle, I thought one bottle would be enough, but it wasn't. I ran out of paint, The company is a one-man operation and apparently, the owner-operator had a medical issue that prevented a timely reorder of paint. I have it now, so will work quickly to get this project finished up and entered into April's local IPMS regional event.
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Looks like a 1:1 car, not a model. Very convincing.
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Beautiful job on those landing gear, Dan. Paint work looks fantastic.
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Beautiful details, and the wheels look awesome!
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What a chore! Came out great, Rob.
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Have you seen a fellow by the name of Stewart post his MFH builds on Facebook? It is amazing to me the quality of his work and the speed at which he works to finish his models. If you are inclined to do so, I highly recommend joining the "Model Factory Hiro Builds" group on FB. There is so much to learn there and so many great MFH builds to be seen. A place where you can meet and ask questions when needed.
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Great looking engine compartment, Rob. Very realistic in this scale.
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The fairings around the head rests are what I’m missing, waiting for Tamiya to provide.
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Thanks Yves. I am very pleased with the yellow paint and it’s the first time I have tried this particular brand. Scale Finishes. It’s the first time for me when yellow covered so well without many coats. Scale Finishes uses DuPont Xalta enamel in their line of paint colors. Pick any car make and year model and they can color match every color used. In theory, this yellow is an exact match for the 2010 Porsche Carrera GT in Signal Yellow.
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Over the past days, primed and painted these yellow body parts. Will allow an additional 7 days cure time despite the fact the parts spent 8 hours in the dehydrator. I’d rather be safe than sorry. Sadly I learned I either misplaced or lost three body parts. Tamiya USA came to my rescue and will be sending me the missing parts gratis. Darned great company,Tamiya. Outstanding customer service and products.
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Ding-ding-ding - Winner Gary got it right, it's a Barred Owl. More commonly known around here as a Hoot Owl.
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I'll try to look it up but at this time I have no idea. I can hear them a lot, but this was the first time to get a clear photo of one.
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Back yard visitor
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With warm weather returning ( for the time being) and a local IPMS Regional show coming up in April, I am bringing my Porsche Carrera GT project out of mothballs for some paint and body work this week. I hope to finish the model for the upcoming show.
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Totally agree. Stunning body work.
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On this most loverly day, a special tune for all my pals
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I've become spoiled with the iPhone. It's a much more simplified process to photograph and post updates to MSW with iPhone.
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You were spot on Jack. That is exactly what is happening. I'll need to change/revert back to the old format of jpeg and then all should work as it did in the recent past. iPhone is constantly sending out software updates. It must have changed in a recent update. Thanks for your help, much appreciated.
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Thanks for your suggestions. I’ll be sure to check them out.
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