Oily Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Finally got a chance to start this in earnest,was scheduled to do it last year in the Le Mans group build but life got in the way.Kit is Tamiya's 787b in Renown colours with Scale Motorsport composite fibre decals and PE and Studio 27 PE. Couple pics of the engine, Had a bit of a 'phaff' with the composite fibre decals,first time using something like this but it looks ok ish,missed a few bits where the decal torn whilst trying to cut round the 'throttle pullies'. Still wet from the Mr Mark Softer Another first for me was making some PE parts,these are two throttle pullies. Fitted the pullies along with the coil packs fitted,then onto the rotors Throttle body added Rear suspension added,part completed,haven't a clue where the sink plungers go After all that I needed a drink.........................or two Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bengalensis Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 This will be nice, the car is awesome and the build looks promising. I have this project tucked in my stash too, both LMM and Tamiya, so it's double interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bhouse Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 Rear suspension added,part completed,haven't a clue where the sink plungers go They're used for clearing the optional sink - but that only fits if they didn't install the drinks fridge option. Looks as if you'd be a chap to go for the drinks fridge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmysze Posted September 1, 2014 Share Posted September 1, 2014 nice start! i couldn't find the 787b Renown livery kit, so i settled for the factory color scheme version and picked up the MSM creations decal sheet from hiroboy. It will probably be my next build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oily Posted September 1, 2014 Author Share Posted September 1, 2014 This will be nice, the car is awesome and the build looks promising. I have this project tucked in my stash too, both LMM and Tamiya, so it's double interesting. Thanks,I'm hoping it'll turn out nice They're used for clearing the optional sink - but that only fits if they didn't install the drinks fridge option. Looks as if you'd be a chap to go for the drinks fridge Definitely the drinks fidge option nice start! i couldn't find the 787b Renown livery kit, so i settled for the factory color scheme version and picked up the MSM creations decal sheet from hiroboy. It will probably be my next build Cheers,had to get this kit from the states but worth it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oily Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 Added more carbon to the suspension Then the coil overs,oil filler with some PE Uprights fitted Rear lights painted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oily Posted September 4, 2014 Author Share Posted September 4, 2014 Finished the engine and now started the tub,carbon fibre decals everywhere! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oily Posted September 8, 2014 Author Share Posted September 8, 2014 Well,got the chassis 'carboned up' PE rad grill and tow hook PE brake discs detail Added PE pedals/footrest to the tub Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamden Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 What a great project I am really enjoying watching you knock this into shape Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oily Posted September 8, 2014 Author Share Posted September 8, 2014 (edited) What a great project I am really enjoying watching you knock this into shape Roger Thanks Roger,I'm really enjoying building it Edited September 8, 2014 by Oily Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike100 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Super job so far the engine gearbox and rear suspension look the biz 😉 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oily Posted September 20, 2014 Author Share Posted September 20, 2014 Super job so far the engine gearbox and rear suspension look the biz 😉 Cheers Mike,done a little more,side pods added Added the tub Side pod decals added Wheels added Rad and airbox fitted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamden Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 Very nice Roger 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roymattblack Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 I like the look of this car. Really nice work. Roy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike100 Posted September 22, 2014 Share Posted September 22, 2014 This is looking really good now love it ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oily Posted September 22, 2014 Author Share Posted September 22, 2014 Very nice Roger I like the look of this car. Really nice work. Roy. This is looking really good now love it ! Cheers guys,really appreciate the comments Put a few coats on the body work,a single one on the spoiler up to now 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oily Posted October 20, 2014 Author Share Posted October 20, 2014 Started on the decals,carbon fibre one on the dashboard Close up of the dash Never done so many decals!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oily Posted October 20, 2014 Author Share Posted October 20, 2014 Finally finished it Made a few mistakes with the decals,especially the blue 'Renown' decals,they should have a white background to them,only noticed this after applying 2,so there was no going back at that point!Also I touched the side after using Mr Mark Softer,decal just went to mush,lesson learned! Got a ScaleMotorsports sticky base for it,just need to make a base from some acrylic etc 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louiex2 Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 Very nice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shood23 Posted October 20, 2014 Share Posted October 20, 2014 Very nice indeed Shaun 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamden Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 THat really is a stunner. You captured the look of the original well Roger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicarage Vee Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Superb job, first rate. Quite a golden age of Endurance Racing, and a very decent driver line up IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oily Posted October 22, 2014 Author Share Posted October 22, 2014 (edited) Very nice. Very nice indeed Shaun THat really is a stunner. You captured the look of the original well Roger Superb job, first rate. Quite a golden age of Endurance Racing, and a very decent driver line up IMHO. Many,many thanks for the comments guys,really appreciate them and yes vicarage Vee,totally agree.If you haven't heard the 787b rotary engine in earnest then here's a little sample: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ox2wgHqrNy0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=az39eqLIbyU Edited October 22, 2014 by Oily 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bengalensis Posted October 22, 2014 Share Posted October 22, 2014 Good to this iconic car taking shape. Well done. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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