CliffB Posted January 10, 2022 Author Share Posted January 10, 2022 Here we are, five wire wheels! As 1/32 wire wheels go, I don't think they're too bad and as @Six97s has suggested, you could get a finer result by removing the base lacquer from the wheels before painting them. Unfortunately, the vinyl tyres are very shiny so I will experiment with the sprue to see whether they will take a matt varnish. I used standard Alclad Aluminium for the silver, which I think looks OK as a representation of the original painted finish. It should contrast nicely with the polished Chrome that I'll be using for the 'spinners', if that's what they're now called? I sure my dad used to call them 'knock-off wheel nuts' back in the day! Of course, rather than sticking with the Matchbox wheels it is perfectly possible to ditch them and do your own thing. Here's an example of what can be done with a Matchbox car kit @Brandy Cheers 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOCKNEY Posted January 10, 2022 Share Posted January 10, 2022 5 hours ago, Rabbit Leader said: I’m liking that very much. Almost tempted to fly to Bonny Scotland and sit in a 1:1 scale one. Do you think Pat makes Brrrm Brrm noises when he tinkers away at it? 5 hours ago, CliffB said: I'm thinking he might use stronger language at times... Hi Dave There are lots of MGTC's in Australia, I've got the email addresses of local clubs if you do fancy a ride in one that actually goes ! You are quite right Cliff, especially when smoke was coming out from behind the dashboard Great job on the wheels Cheers Pat 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted January 15, 2022 Author Share Posted January 15, 2022 It's good news and it's bad news here. The good news is that I've now got all the parts prepped and primed. The bad news is that there's no longer any multi-coloured plastic to enjoy! The photo shows most of the large parts, but there's a similar number of small bits which are now precariously balanced on the ends of cocktail sticks etc. ready for painting. I'm mostly building OOB, but have made a few changes/additions to more accurately reflect the current appearance of JPH 562. These are: a rear view mirror. a four-spoke steering wheel (originally from a 4.5 litre Bentley). a second rear lamp. a couple number plates (just to make it easier for me to paint and decal them). I'm looking forward now to getting some paint on. Here's a taster Cheers 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted January 17, 2022 Author Share Posted January 17, 2022 The latest update - a completed engine... The colours match those on the restored example that I'm modelling, rather than those originally used by MG Cheers 16 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redstaff Posted January 17, 2022 Share Posted January 17, 2022 3 hours ago, CliffB said: The latest update - a completed engine... The colours match those on the restored example that I'm modelling, rather than those originally used by MG Cheers Thank goodness for that, I was going for a crimson sort of colour for the block Looking good Cliff 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbadbadge Posted January 17, 2022 Share Posted January 17, 2022 This looks Fabulous Cliff, great job so far. Chris 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted January 18, 2022 Author Share Posted January 18, 2022 Thanks @Redstaff and @bigbadbadge Typically, I've decided to fix the bonnet closed - but at least you'll still be able to glimpse the engine from underneath Cheers 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbit Leader Posted January 19, 2022 Share Posted January 19, 2022 A lovely WIP photograph. It's all picture perfect and well on its way to being another grand build. Cheers.. Dave 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted January 19, 2022 Author Share Posted January 19, 2022 2 hours ago, Rabbit Leader said: A lovely WIP photograph. It's all picture perfect and well on its way to being another grand build. Cheers.. Dave Thanks Dave. I'm particularly enjoying this one. Obviously, this is mainly because it's a Matchbox kit , but it's also the only thing on my desk at the moment and I've got no time pressure to complete. I'm going to try to replicate this winning formula for the rest of the year - just one kit per month and one at a time. Let's see how that goes.... Meanwhile, here's another update photo. I'm pleased to have got some green on. Matchbox suggest Humbrol 'Coal Black' for the black bits. I don't have any of that, so I've used Revell 'Anthracite' instead. That's fuel for thought. I've also produced some decals for the number plates. The decals are nice and sharp - it's just my photo that's blurry! The round things are a possibility for the headlights. I'm missing the clear sprue for this kit so I'll be cutting out headlamp lenses from acetate sheet. These may look a bit plain, so I thought these decals might help to convey some of the internal structure that's present on the real thing. It's an experiment really. Dinah Might is destined for a mate's B-29, although she would look quite fetching on the MG too Cheers 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted January 23, 2022 Author Share Posted January 23, 2022 Still moving forward - the chassis is now complete Just the bodywork and radiator to finish off now... Cheers 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOCKNEY Posted January 23, 2022 Share Posted January 23, 2022 Looks superb Cliff, I might have to commission you for a pair of number plates for mine when I get started, yours look the business. The headlight internals are a great idea, I look forward to seeing how they come out. Cheers Pat 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted January 24, 2022 Author Share Posted January 24, 2022 14 hours ago, JOCKNEY said: Looks superb Cliff, I might have to commission you for a pair of number plates for mine when I get started, yours look the business. The headlight internals are a great idea, I look forward to seeing how they come out. Cheers Pat Thanks Pat. No problem sending you some number plates - just PM me with your address and reg. no. . I should add that the font I'm using is not 100% correct. I keep meaning to track down something better, but somehow never get round to it! Unfortunately, the headlights didn't go well. What I printed was too fine to be visible and the decal film made the lenses look foggy. It was worth a try though Cheers 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbit Leader Posted January 27, 2022 Share Posted January 27, 2022 Looking great Cliff and I'll look forward to seeing Pat's 'Jock 1' number plates once they are done. Cheers.. Dave 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted January 28, 2022 Author Share Posted January 28, 2022 And here we are finished It's been a great little kit to build, with no particular vices. The running gear does seem quite fragile in places, but despite my ham-fistedness nothing broke. At the start of this thread, I did say that this would be my only Matchbox entry but, surprise surprise, I've changed my mind! There'll be more to follow. In the meantime, thank you once again to all who supported this build and especially to Dave and Pat for their outstanding commitment to this most excellent Group Build. Cheers 21 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnlambert Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 That looks really smart @CliffB 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanC Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Superb! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JOCKNEY Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 What can I say Cliff, I might be ever so slightly biased but, it looks amazing, congratulations I've actually started on mine now, if it turns out half as good as yours I'll be delighted. cheers Pat 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyW Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 Very nice indeed. The colour scheme is bang on. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
psdavidson Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 I like that, a lot! /P 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevej60 Posted January 28, 2022 Share Posted January 28, 2022 That's a cracking finish on her Cliff,brilliant work. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbit Leader Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 A couple of things Cliff.... 1. Firstly, that MG is just drop dead gorgeous and I'm sure when all these great builds are completed you would have helped to inspire many more Matchbox kit car purchases. 2. I'm not surprised you are going back for another look. This GB is so addictive, I'm hoping Revell's management take a good look here and decide to re-release many more of Matchbox excellent back catalogue. Cheers and very well modelled.. Dave 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted January 29, 2022 Author Share Posted January 29, 2022 Thank you @johnlambert @IanC @JOCKNEY @TonyW @psdavidson @stevej60 and @Rabbit Leader for your kind comments The car is significantly smaller than the other 1/32s in my cabinet and its cute looks definitely add to its appeal. I've got a couple of its relatives sitting in my stash. I think I'll move them towards the front of the pile! Cheers 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray S Posted January 29, 2022 Share Posted January 29, 2022 What a cracking build. It looks very crisp and clean. It is a fabulous colour combo too. I must keep a lookout for some of these kits. Ray 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redstaff Posted January 30, 2022 Share Posted January 30, 2022 Really nice Cliff I've finished the Lotus 97t and have had my weekend playing steam trains as the wife calls it 🤣 Need to crack on with mine now and hope it turns out as nice as yours 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CliffB Posted February 1, 2022 Author Share Posted February 1, 2022 On 1/29/2022 at 2:58 PM, Ray S said: What a cracking build. It looks very crisp and clean. It is a fabulous colour combo too. Thanks Ray . As I understand it, the three other MGs being built in the GB will all be different colours so we should have quite a nice set On 1/30/2022 at 5:21 PM, Redstaff said: Really nice Cliff I've finished the Lotus 97t and have had my weekend playing steam trains as the wife calls it 🤣 Need to crack on with mine now and hope it turns out as nice as yours Thank you Ian . I enjoyed watching your Lotus cross the finish line and am looking forward to seeing your MG too! Cheers 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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