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Post by Joel_W on Feb 7, 2019 13:56:04 GMT -8
Just wanted to post a quick update that I'm finally on the last lap of the build. I finished the cockpit with the addition of the seat harness assembly, added the dash to the inside of the shell, finished the wheels and tires, and then installed the front shell to the chassis. I decided not to try and hand paint the Dunlap logos on the tires as I'm 100% that I'd screw them up, plus I have as many pictures of the tires with out the white lettering as with it. Here's a few pictures to bring you all up to date. Joel      |
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Post by garydavis on Feb 7, 2019 14:56:59 GMT -8
This has come together quite nicely Joel. This paint scheme is one of my favorite scheme's that Porsche did and you did it justice...that's for sure. It's been fun following along on your progress. Looking forward to the ROLL OUT/PICTURE DAY from the shop doors...
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Post by Joel_W on Feb 7, 2019 15:32:12 GMT -8
This has come together quite nicely Joel. This paint scheme is one of my favorite scheme's that Porsche did and you did it justice...that's for sure. It's been fun following along on your progress. Looking forward to the ROLL OUT/PICTURE DAY from the shop doors... Gary, Thanks so much for your most kind words, they're certainly much appreciated. I'm also looking forward to the Roll Out at the Shop Doors. And of course starting my next build, the Ebbro 1/20 scale Brabham BT19 F2 car. Joel |
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Post by tatocorvette on Feb 7, 2019 16:32:09 GMT -8
White flag! Last lap! The finish line approaches!
This looks really great. Now I have to add a 956 or 962 to my wish list...
Thanks,
Ismael
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Post by afx on Feb 8, 2019 3:36:31 GMT -8
Coming together nicely Joel.
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Post by Joel_W on Feb 8, 2019 6:25:09 GMT -8
White flag! Last lap! The finish line approaches! This looks really great. Now I have to add a 956 or 962 to my wish list... Thanks, Ismael Ismael, Thanks for your most positive post, it's greatly appreciated. I'd love to see how you super detail a Tamiya 956, I'm quite sure it would be a winner for sure. Joel |
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Post by Joel_W on Feb 8, 2019 6:27:17 GMT -8
Coming together nicely Joel. JC, Really glad that you like my efforts to date. At times this build as taken on a life of it's own. I've never been able to build more then one model at a time, and now being in the 4th month of a good 20+ hrs per week working on the build, I'm really looking forward to my next build. Will be mostly OOB, with just some engine and brake wiring. Joel |
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Post by Ben_B on Feb 11, 2019 7:45:44 GMT -8
Wow, Joel, that’s looking really good!
Ben
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Post by Joel_W on Feb 11, 2019 10:44:33 GMT -8
Wow, Joel, that’s looking really good! Ben Ben, Thanks so much for stopping by and checking out my 956, it's always greatly appreciated. I've reached the point where I'm down to the last task of hand painting all the little body shell lenses, and then she's finally finished. I'm really looking forward to finally crossing the finish line, and then starting my Ebbro F2 Brabham BT18 Honda Joel |
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Post by sam on Feb 12, 2019 11:22:15 GMT -8
Simply stunning.....
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Post by Joel_W on Feb 12, 2019 11:49:31 GMT -8
Every build no matter if it's OOB box stock, to a full blown super detailed build, reaches its conclusion. And hopefully that's when it crosses the finish line as a completed build. My Tamiya 1/24 scale Porsche 956 build has finally crossed that finish line. By no means do I consider this a model of excellence, nor a IPMS winning entry, but rather a build that pushed my abilities to the next level. I'm more then satisfied with the paint finish, the cockpit scratch building and detailing, as well as the detailing in the engine/transmission bay. On the other hand, there are errors, and most certainly room for continued improvement in all areas of plastic car modeling. My concept from day one was to display the build in an enclosed case with the rear deck off and to the side, so that the engine bay detail is clearly visible to those viewing my build without having to remove the cover, and then the rear deck. With that premise I was never really focused on making sure that the rear deck fit perfectly. In the frontal picture, you can see that the deck is slightly cocked to one side as it's not quite down into it's proper position. So here's my Finished Gallery pictures. I hope that all of you enjoy them, as I do. And thanks so much to all of you for being along for this rather long ride. It's greatly appreciated. Joel           |
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Post by Joel_W on Feb 12, 2019 11:57:29 GMT -8
Sam, Thanks so much for checking out my 956 Porsche build, and liking what you've seen. It's greatly appreciated. Joel |
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Post by Ben_B on Feb 12, 2019 13:42:18 GMT -8
Beautiful! Congratulations on another outstanding build, Joel!
Ben
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Post by Joel_W on Feb 12, 2019 13:45:51 GMT -8
Beautiful! Congratulations on another outstanding build, Joel! Ben Ben, Thanks so much for your really kind words. I really appreciate it. Joel |
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Post by tatocorvette on Feb 12, 2019 14:24:07 GMT -8
Congratulations on a gorgeous build! You can be proud of your effort. I think it is 1/24 scale, not 1/20. Right?
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