Ratch Posted August 21, 2023 Share Posted August 21, 2023 This is a re-issue of the original 1/32 scale kit from 1971. The mould was believed to be irreparably damaged in France about 1980. A new tool for the clear parts was made for this 2023 Vintage Classic re-issue of this kit.The runners were rinsed in warm, soapy water, then left to air dry. My aim was to ensure that the chassis is set square. I like the way the parts are numbered in order of assembly, though the exploded illustrations leave much to the imagination (or expertise of the knowledgeable).As the assembly process advances, I can plan when to paint the parts and sub-assemblies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratch Posted August 23, 2023 Author Share Posted August 23, 2023 I have primed the driver and body shell in white, and the chassis black. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratch Posted August 24, 2023 Author Share Posted August 24, 2023 I masked the cabin and airbrushed a black primer. I airbrushed the chassis, interior and undersides in black. I then airbrushed flesh tones on the figure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratch Posted August 25, 2023 Author Share Posted August 25, 2023 I airbrushed the body shell orange, straight from the pot, un-thinned. I found a picture with these snazzy yellow and red shocks.The figure is brush painted (not complete yet). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratch Posted August 26, 2023 Author Share Posted August 26, 2023 A little more work today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratch Posted August 27, 2023 Author Share Posted August 27, 2023 Many touch-ups and detail painting were done by brush. The clear parts were fixed with G-S Hypo Cement. Just the decals to put on now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratch Posted August 28, 2023 Author Share Posted August 28, 2023 I brushed Klear for a gloss base on which to lay the decals. I then applied the decals using Humbrol Decalfix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratch Posted August 29, 2023 Author Share Posted August 29, 2023 I brushed a protective coat of Klear and completed the build.I was pleasantly surprised with this kit. My expectation of a 70s tooling was not high, but the fit is good, detail is adequate, and the new clear parts combine perfectly with the original mouldings. A unique vehicle, well represented by this model. Thanks to Airfix for supplying this kit for review. I believe it has been a popular re-issue in the Vintage Classics range and maybe those who have missed the kit will not have to wait so long for a further re-issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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paul71 Posted August 30, 2023 Share Posted August 30, 2023 i like this ratch its one of those cars that has stuck in my memory ever since i saw one as a litte kid.its a nice looking kit you have done well with it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ratch Posted August 30, 2023 Author Share Posted August 30, 2023 Thanks Paul, it was a pleasure to build. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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