Dragon

Use either Mr Metal primer or Tamiya metal primer. They are clear.

Ron, You take modeling to a level that is unknown to me. Just fantastic work! So much to learn from this build. Thank you! Regards, Mike

Extraordinary detailing work!

Hopefully, I don't turn your dream into a nightmare! Looking to use some of your techniques on my build, and with some luck, I'll be able to get somewhat close to what you achieve. Cheers - Mike

All I can say is WOW! Absolutely incredible work sir! I've pulled up a couch, ordered a pizza, and grabbed some ales to relish watching your mastery. Mike

Thanks everyone for stopping in for a look. The metal etching primer finally arrived. I ordered the Mr. Metal Primer (anyone know what the "-R" means?) and the Tamiya version. It's my first time using this type of primer, and it interesting why they made them clear. Anyone know the reason? Definitely makes it difficult to determine if you have primed the parts adequately. I haven't made much progress with the build. I've mostly been cleaning up parts, checking/filing/sanding the mating surfaces of parts, and drilling connection holes in parts. Some of these parts are small! I've already fed the carpet monster a fuel injector! Thankfully, there are spares. I have been struggling a bit on the building and the priming sequences. What I've decided is to primer the metal part, glue it to the resin part, and then primer the assembly with Tamiya Surface Primer. I'm undoubtedly over thinking this! I did manage to get a couple of parts paints: oil filter and the head covers. Really like the look of the head covers being black with the silver lettering. Hopefully, it'll be seen once the build is complete. Not big accomplishments, but it's progress. Hope to gain some momentum as I get my head around how to proceed with the build. Thanks for looking in. Mike

I’m going to attempt a WIP with this kit. This is my first MM kit, and only my third automotive build (I’m typically a modern jet and a modern armor builder). The first two builds were Tamiya 1/20 F1 kits. You may be wondering with only two automotive builds under my belt why would I jump head first into the deep end with a 1/12 MM kit. Well, in looking for another F1 kit, I stumbled across MFH, and after reading about their kits, I found myself intrigued with the challenge of doing a MM kit. I planned on getting a 1/20 MFH MS80 and doing a Jackie Stewart ride. Looking for info on the web for MFH MS80 builds, I came across PC2012’s (Rest and Build in Peace) build of a 1/20 Eagle here on BM, and after seeing the pic of the car he has in his post, I knew I wanted to build this car and kit. Just love the lines of this car! However, the 1/20 kit was no longer available, so it had to be the 1/12 kit if I wanted to build a MM kit of this car. So, that’s why I’m in the deep end. A couple of things regarding this build: first, this will be an OOB build; I’m not concerned with complete accuracy. I’ve been frustratingly bogged down with builds in the past trying to achieve it. I’ve learned (finally) the goal of a build is to enjoy the build’s journey. Second, this will be a slow build as I’ve committed to a couple of GBs on another forum, but I’ll do my best to keep making progress and posting updates. Finally, I know I’ll be needing help figuring out how to build this type of kit and deal with its issues, and I’ll be asking questions. So hopefully, this community will come to my assistance, share tips, and help get me across the finish line. Ok, enough babbling on to the WIP! After going through each bag to confirm all the parts are there, I set aside the main components for the engine: After a little clean up, I dry fitted them together: I’m awaiting the arrival of some etching primer to get going on some painting for the engine. In the mean time, back to cleaning up parts. I'll get an update as soon as I have something worthwhile to share. Thanks for looking in! Mike

WOW, that'll eat up some shelf space! What a project. Looking forward to your build.

Magnificent! Great looking scheme.

Your build is looking great! One of these days I'll build the one I have in my stash. Mike

Magnificent looking build and great photography of it too! Mike

WOW, just stunning! Now you just need to add the engine sound effects when the motors are running! Mike

Outstanding build! A fine addition to the display case. I have a couple of these in the stash I need to get to one of these days. Good to hear it's a enjoyable kit to build. Mike

Great looking build, really well done! I need to get around to building one of these I have in the stash.....

You're not alone.... Great looking build!

WOW, what a fantastic build!

Magnificent build and fantastic job on the weathering! Mike

Outstanding detailing!

Very brave men who flew those missions with this aircraft! Magnificent build!

Wow, that is fantastic! Magnificently done! Mike

That's pretty cool! Congrats on the award!

Sharp!

Yep, you were very successful! Great job! Happy New Year! Mike

Thanks for the tape dispenser link! Got one ordered! It'll definitely help with organizing the bench. Looking forward to the rest of your build!

Great looking build! Where did you get that tape dispenser? It looks quite handy for the work bench!