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Post by David Mitcham on Nov 30, 2014 15:02:42 GMT -5
Thanks to all for the kind comments. Here are some photographs of the Tecno in assembled form for initial track testing prior to painting and detailing. First runs on the track were quite promising - well at least it stays in the slot, has a reasonable turn of speed and the wing didn't fall off!    Now for the mystery that is spray painting! Best Regards David |
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Post by David Mitcham on Jan 7, 2015 14:15:36 GMT -5
Hi Everyone Here are some pictures of the latest state of the Tecno build. As you can see the body (and wing but that’s not on show) has been primed and I’ve checked the fitting of the mirrors and roll over bar to minimise the risk of wrecking the paint work once its finished. First top coating should start this week once I’ve settled on the right colour (I need to match up to the red in the decals). The engine and gearbox wiring is complete (until I find some other detail to add!) as best I can as I don’t have any really good photos of the engine area of the Belgian GP car. Chris Amon is in preparation but fits the cockpit and has a very nice full-face helmeted head thanks to the generosity of Peter Seager-Thomas and an Immense Miniatures body. I’m now working on the wheel inserts - try finding plain discs for sale!! In parallel to working on the PA123 I’ve got several other projects on the go - a few George Turner models and a first attempt at carving a body with the intention of moulding and resin casting it. If it goes to plan all will be revealed in other posts in the next few weeks or more likely months! Best Regards David      |
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Post by Andrew Rowland on Jan 7, 2015 16:07:06 GMT -5
David, looks amazing and I don't think there's any detail to add! I attach some photos you might not have. This is the engine block:  These are the engine mounted in the earlier versions of the car:   And these are what i have of the car itself:    Can't wait to see it completed! Cheers Andi |
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Post by David Mitcham on Jan 7, 2015 16:31:39 GMT -5
Many thanks Andi. Those pictures are very helpful.
Best Regards
David
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Post by David Lawson on Jan 8, 2015 15:06:03 GMT -5
This has got to be one of the finest scratchbuilds anywhere on this forum.
The irony is the one that we all suffer, once it is painted and finished you no longer see the variety of materials that you've used in creating the fine detailing. The gearbox is an example of this where you have painstakingly inlaid wire to create the appearance of the strengthening ribs to the casing but now it's primed you hardly notice it. Only the builder her/himself knows how it was done and how long it took.
I wonder just how many hours you have spent in total on this slot car.
David
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Post by David Mitcham on Jan 8, 2015 16:11:11 GMT -5
Hi David
Many thanks for the compliment. I wouldn't like to calculate the hours spent, as you know only too well, its not just the time making and building its also the thinking time, not to mention the things one tries which don't quite work. I enjoy every minute spent building these cars, the sense of satisfaction is immense. My only regret is that the production rate is slow and there are so many cars I'd like to build.
Best Regards
David
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Post by slo on Jan 10, 2015 20:45:21 GMT -5
Your level of intricate detail and build ideas is nothing short of WOW! As with other models, I love watching it all come together. Good work David.
Cheers Stu
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Post by David Mitcham on Jan 24, 2015 8:29:17 GMT -5
Hi Everyone Its been a few weeks since my last post but I have been working away on the Tecno along with other projects. I'm close to finishing the car now. The pictures below show where things have got to. Its almost ready for its final top coat of paint after which I can add a few final details, such as the dash board, windscreen, mesh grille and rear radius rods and complete some hand painting. Chris Amon is almost finished, just the visor and decals to add to the helmet, and has had his final cockpit fitting. The rear wing is being a bit tricky to refit after painting - it was fine beforehand! Only two weeks left for me to complete the car and send it off before leaving the UK to got to NZ for 3 months! Best Regards David     |
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Post by Chris Wright on Jan 24, 2015 11:45:46 GMT -5
Very tasty, that should give Andi a run for the money. Excellent work on a very complex subject.
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Post by Andrew Rowland on Jan 24, 2015 12:45:02 GMT -5
David that is one of the finest builds i've ever seen.
These '70's cars do need an extreme amount of work due to all that engine and suspension detail.
I'm so happy you've kept on and I won't let you down getting this series going soon!!
Best wishes
Andi
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Post by David Mitcham on Jan 24, 2015 13:25:48 GMT -5
Many thanks Chris and Andi. I'm just good (not) at taking photographs, the reality is not quite so good!!!! You certainly won't let me down Andi - take all the time you need.
I've just had a minor disaster it testing out the decals (a test piece to see how they stand up to a clear spray coat) I got specifically for the Tecno - the colour runs at the slightest hint of water. I think I can get around it by gradually moistening the backing paper but I've also taken the precaution of ordering some Indycals Martin Brabham ones which I'll have to adapt. I just hope they arrive in time before we leave for NZ!
Best Regards
David
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Post by Chris Wright on Jan 24, 2015 14:07:39 GMT -5
Indycals work great with Tamiya clear over the top, but you have to wait a couple of days between applying and spraying.
Good luck, it's going to look great.
Chris
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Post by Phil Kalbfell on Jan 24, 2015 16:26:35 GMT -5
Great work, I assume the decals are printed on a n ink jet printer and not sealed?
If you have the file I can print them on my Alps and put them in with your other bits that are ready.
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Post by David Mitcham on Jan 25, 2015 3:46:21 GMT -5
Many thanks for the very kind offer Phil but I don't have the file. I could scan the decal sheet and send that to you if you think that would work?
Best Regards
David
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Post by Phil Kalbfell on Jan 25, 2015 7:30:22 GMT -5
David we could at least try and see if the scans can be traced.
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