C Type Jaguar Ecurie Ecosse - 1/8 scratch

[roymattblack]

When I make symmetrical parts, as in the two side panels here, I cut one, then stick it to a sheet of plastic with a few squares (about 10mm) of double sided tape.

Then I cut round the first shape.

Next, file or sand the two pieces while still stuck together until they look like one piece.

Carefully peel apart, remove the d/s tape and voila - two identical pieces.

(...and no - the 'Boss' is too kind although extremely appreciated)

Roy.

Edited August 26, 2016 by roymattblack

[sharknose156]

"The Boss" is earned and deserved

[roymattblack]

Sorted - removed.

Edited August 28, 2016 by roymattblack

[TGA]

When I make symmetrical parts, as in the two side panels here, I cut one, then stick it to a sheet of plastic with a few squares (about 10mm) of double sided tape.

Then I cut round the first shape.

Next, file or sand the two pieces while still stuck together until they look like one piece.

Carefully peel apart, remove the d/s tape and voila - two identical pieces.

(...and no - the 'Boss' is too kind although extremely appreciated)

Roy.

I was thinking about sticking my bulkheads together and sanding them as one so good to hear this is being used by the pros too! Lovely offer on the resin engine by the way. Worth some serious thought!!!

[Brandy]

When I make symmetrical parts, as in the two side panels here, I cut one, then stick it to a sheet of plastic with a few squares (about 10mm) of double sided tape.

Then I cut round the first shape.

Next, file or sand the two pieces while still stuck together until they look like one piece.

Carefully peel apart, remove the d/s tape and voila - two identical pieces.

(...and no - the 'Boss' is too kind although extremely appreciated)

Roy.

I do pretty much the same when making tail pieces for my aircraft, but because they're a lot smaller, instead of taping them together I simply use a clamp to hold them tight.

Ian

[roymattblack]

Work is pretty sporadic at present as the weather has just been too nice...

However - rear under body now fitted but detailing is still needed.

Also - couldn't resist adding a few decals at the back. It makes it look like more of a car.

Roy.

[ElectricLightAndy]

Looking fantastic Roy and I like the way you did the gearbox tunnel.

Andy.

[kpnuts]

Roy, what can I say, that is gorgeous, and the colour is sublime.

[CrazyCrank]

Finally, Roy, watching your great scratch-work, my fingers are itching too.

I think I'll try in the foreseeable future, to build entirely from "nothing"

Thanks for the inspiration and Hats off !

[roymattblack]

Thanks guys.

It's nice to know my scratchings are helpful.

Slow work here still - nice weather, wife with broken foot etc...

Beginning to make up some of the rear suspension parts now.

Once the axle and diff are in I'll get the engine installed.

The rear bits are all made up from sheet plastic, and screwed/bolted together so it all moves allowing the axle to go in and getting the parts lined up later.

I've also been casting some resin parts for the Lister Knobbly for the next build so I've sorted the fuel filler for this one.

Roy.

Edited September 6, 2016 by roymattblack

[Pouln]

Great stuff as always. Enjoying very much to see how you build this beauty

[D1fuN0]

Very nice indeed Roy

Mad Steve