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Post by Chris K. Hale on Feb 10, 2023 9:57:29 GMT -8
I have been working on the Grade Up parts in he Rosso kit, it took about 3 hours to make 10 or so 1/43 photo etch hose clamps , I use some very small flat photo etch and my round tipped pliers to curl it into shape. I installed the oil tank line first and right away I noticed it hit the body so I turned down some aluminum rod and made a smaller , very good looking Tank. it fit good and the hose cleared but I went back to the kit instructions and saw there was a screw that went under the tank to hold the engine/trans assembly together, I trashed the aluminum tank and drilled out the kit part so the hose was closer to the engine. It worked but I wasted time making a turned part. I added the photoetch to the top of the transaxle, and now I am starting on the front suspension and interior. I did go back and spray the Carbon fibre with dull coat making it look 100 % better and much easier to see the pattern. I know a few of you wanted know about the Grade Up parts and how they go on, it was easy and the result I think is great. more later....Chris
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Post by tatocorvette on Feb 10, 2023 17:15:42 GMT -8
Looking good Chris!
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Post by Chris K. Hale on Feb 12, 2023 14:34:26 GMT -8
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Post by sam on Feb 28, 2023 13:55:05 GMT -8
I keep thinking I should build just one 1/43...but then I see the padded room...
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Post by Chris K. Hale on Mar 11, 2023 7:59:00 GMT -8
I thought I was done, then realized "The Mirrors" Ok so I will try and paint them this morning if weather permits. And Take a couple more pics.. so More to come..... Chris
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Post by kyledehart5 on Mar 11, 2023 8:44:41 GMT -8
Really turned out nice Chris.
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Post by tatocorvette on Mar 11, 2023 9:26:11 GMT -8
Mirrors? And now my friend, the first rule of Italian driving: What's behind me, is not important! Looking good Chris! Thanks, Ismael
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Post by Chris K. Hale on Mar 11, 2023 9:49:52 GMT -8
I have to say, Do Not Not use Air Freshners in Your Building area!! I noticed the finish had small almost micro spots in the top side of the side pods and they were not there in photos last week and then I realized I sprayed some Glade in the office the other day Nothing like Airborne Alcohol Mist!!!! Now I will see if they rub at this late stage... Chris
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Post by Chris K. Hale on Mar 11, 2023 15:28:18 GMT -8
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Post by tatocorvette on Mar 11, 2023 20:15:10 GMT -8
Turned out Very nice! Hope the mirror reveals itself soon. It may be hanging out with Paul's PE part and my mirror face.
Thanks, Ismael
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Post by kyledehart5 on Mar 12, 2023 5:42:55 GMT -8
I also have a right hand mirror in that alternate dimension. Never to be seen or heard from again. Great result no matter the mirror Chris!
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