SpeedMonkey Posted October 31, 2020 Share Posted October 31, 2020 This build was not perfect as I decided to paint the livery, rather than using the decals. I also had some fitting issues with it. But I'm definitely satisfied with the build, especially seeing the classic Gulf Blue on it. Fujimi Porsche 917K 1/24 Scale 29 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billn53 Posted October 31, 2020 Share Posted October 31, 2020 Very, very nice! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Callahan Posted October 31, 2020 Share Posted October 31, 2020 Really suberb build, looks fantastic 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stef N. Posted October 31, 2020 Share Posted October 31, 2020 That is a great looking model. Excellently painted.👏 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keefr22 Posted October 31, 2020 Share Posted October 31, 2020 That's a stunning model, undoubtebly better finished than the real thing! Really lovely work on that iconic livery! Keith 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swralph Posted October 31, 2020 Share Posted October 31, 2020 Very nicely finished. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwarz-Brot Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 What did you polish the clear parts with? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marco F. Posted November 1, 2020 Share Posted November 1, 2020 Oh yeah this one looks cool and built clean, hats up Marco F 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NigeG Posted November 3, 2020 Share Posted November 3, 2020 That looks superb, my favourite colour scheme. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted November 3, 2020 Share Posted November 3, 2020 That looks the goods to me. I think the first I've seen built, at least for a while. It gives me some comfort for the one I have tucked away. Steve. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cmatthewbacon Posted November 3, 2020 Share Posted November 3, 2020 That looks great. Great build and fabulous photography. And of course the most iconic livery s race car has ever carried! beat, M. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Noble Posted November 5, 2020 Share Posted November 5, 2020 Excellent build, looks fantastic!! Which brand of paints did you use for the Gulf Blue and orange? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedMonkey Posted November 6, 2020 Author Share Posted November 6, 2020 Thanks for the kind words everyone! When I finished this build and tried reading up more on the 917, I was surprised to find out this year marks 50 years since Porsche first won its Le Mans race with this car. Cool coincidence I thought. 😉 On 11/1/2020 at 11:52 PM, Schwarz-Brot said: What did you polish the clear parts with? For the windows and wind shield, I just polished it with Tamiya compounds. Wasn't really satisfied with the finish since I could see some scratches. So for the headlights, I dipped the clear with Pledge Wipe&Shine (since we dont have Future in our country). Not sure if the application was correct since the PLedge we have is not a clear liquid; kinda like soap water. But I was satisfied with the result. 16 hours ago, Steve Noble said: Excellent build, looks fantastic!! Which brand of paints did you use for the Gulf Blue and orange? Thank you! I used Zero Paints for the Gulf Blue and Mr Color 59 for the Orange (Tamiya LP 5 for the Black stroke on the orange livery). I then used Tamiya LP9 for the Clear Coat. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kapam Posted November 10, 2020 Share Posted November 10, 2020 Not perfect? I disagree! That is a fantastic rendition of a true motorsports classic! Your replication of the beautiful Gulf scheme is spot-on! Awesome! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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