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I agree, the heller version of the kit is the better representation of the shape of the 917k. What we have to remember is that the kit was done in the seventies so it does have a few compromises, with a little care and attention it can be made into a nice model, I built my model over 25 years ago and still show it on displays. The fujimi kit is far too wide at the front and this mistake throws the whole car out, although it is a nice model. Also consider buying the heller Ferrari 512s for a similar experience.

C1 stuff is quality. Chris does a lovely job

The range does a pack of lenses in their craft section. They are round with a silver sticky backing, sized 4 and 5mm in diameter.

This does indeed happen, I have a 1/12 tamiya Lola T70 and the tyres have turned to mush, also the tyres used in the revell xkss will melt the kit plastic if they are loose in the box. Resin replacements may be your only solution.

It looks very good, it's nice to get to the end of a project

You have made a lovely job of this model, I did the same with the windows on my example

Looks great Steve, I'm watching this like an expectant father 😁

Superb job, something different

I am indeed a member of this forum. Stunning build Steve

A true craftsman in every respect. His work was inspirational.

I am interested in your kits. I would love to have them and possibly restore them

it was an excellent weekend. damn cold on saturday though.

just come across this thread. some of the kits in 1/24th are now quite collectable and expensive for a toe in the water excercise. A much admired present day kit seems to be the beemax bmw m3 touring car. sells for around 34 quid. apparently goes together great and looks great too. tamiya mini is a nice kit too.

great work. very inspirational. your methods are very good.

fantastic start to this project

very nice

well done mark, it looks brilliant.

i totally agree, a good primer and a well known top coat. here in the uk, i would use halfords paints. you can always step up in the future to airbrushing.

brilliant project, certainly will be popular.

try zero paints via hiroboy. steve can colour match

great start. just love scratch building.

cracking job mark. looking forward to seeing the finished article.

fully agree with noel. Ian and Rod have shown me their moggy, its the best that is available today and will save you so much work.

bare metal foil is also available in black, i do agree with you, it is one frustrating job to carry out.

you have made a fine model out of this kit. well done sir.