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Post by Joel_W on Jul 30, 2020 5:01:58 GMT -8
Ben, Just wanted to help out a friend. Until I actually get the decals I would consider selling or trading it to you as it's not very high on my gotta build it list.
Joel
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Post by Ben_B on Jul 30, 2020 11:00:00 GMT -8
Hi Joel, I appreciate it! Once the echoes of my credit card's screams fade and the package deliveries slow down, I might get back to you. Ben
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Post by Joel_W on Jul 30, 2020 13:03:38 GMT -8
Ben, I hear ya buddy. Good luck.
Joel
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Post by Joel_W on Jul 31, 2020 9:59:52 GMT -8
The Final Update Well, the Audi R8 LMS GT3 crossed the finish line this morning. A build that I completely enjoyed from the green flag to the checker flag. The fit of 99% of the parts was perfect. The only issue I had was getting the chassis 4 mounting pins to slide into their respective mounting holes in the body. Honestly, it was mostly my fault as the build up of various coats of paint was the major culprit. The fit was so tight and accurate that the diffuser was a tad to tight to slide into its proper position as well under the rear deck without a little light scraping. Still, I needed more pressure then I thought was prudent, but just when I was ready to take a break, everything literally just popped into place. The fit is just simply outstanding. As I mentioned during the build, my main focus has been, is, and will be the paint job from primer prep to the final coat of wax. Honestly, the Audi is my best over all paint job to date. i still have a ways to go, but as long as I keep on making progress, I'm looking forward to each and every build. Now comes the hard part of actually having to decide on my next build, and getting started on it. Thanks to all of you that have stayed the course, and especially to those that have also posted. I can assure each of you that it's greatly appreciated. Joel
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Post by Ben_B on Jul 31, 2020 10:18:02 GMT -8
Wow! Stunning!!!
Ben
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Post by Joel_W on Jul 31, 2020 10:24:03 GMT -8
Thanks Ben,
It's much appreciated.
joel
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Post by arcticwolf on Jul 31, 2020 13:06:58 GMT -8
That's a lot of paint and decals man.
Nice job, it certainly is your forte.
What's next?
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Post by Joel_W on Jul 31, 2020 13:27:39 GMT -8
Paul, Thanks so much for your thumbs up, it's greatly appreciated. This is the most amount of decals I've ever applied to a single build by far. As for what's up next on the bench, honestly, I don't have a clue. I can't even decide if it's open wheel time again, or another tin top.
Joel
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Post by afx on Aug 2, 2020 4:26:54 GMT -8
Turned out great Joel - nice work.
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Post by 2whl on Aug 2, 2020 11:28:06 GMT -8
Another stellar build, Joel
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Post by Joel_W on Aug 2, 2020 13:12:57 GMT -8
Paul & JC. Thanks so much for stopping by and checking out my completed Audi R8. I'm thrilled that both of you really like what you see.
joel
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Post by shunter on Aug 13, 2020 12:47:59 GMT -8
Greking build and I enjoyed the read...nice.
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Post by Joel_W on Aug 13, 2020 13:20:50 GMT -8
Shunter, Thanks so much for checking out my Audi R8 build, It's much appreciated.
Joel
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Post by tatocorvette on Aug 16, 2020 15:22:48 GMT -8
Holy Mackerel Joel! I was away for a few weeks and missed this when it was finished. OUTSTANDING build my friend!
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Post by Joel_W on Aug 17, 2020 6:00:49 GMT -8
Ismael, Your thumbs up means a great deal to me, as I consider you to be an outstanding modeler with skills way above mine.
Joel
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