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Post by TooOld on Aug 29, 2017 13:03:49 GMT -5
This one has been rattling around in a box for a while and with the Baja Humbug being reissued in a couple of months I thought it was a good time to put it back together . The rear window is broken off and missing , and the antenna is broken , but otherwise it's all there . The plan is to have a nice original on the shelf with just a bit of detailing . I have a couple of ideas for the reissue and want this one for a stock comparison .   Today's task was to clean and polish the body . Also the front was repainted in Gloss Black , decals don't like flat paint . After the decals are applied it will get sprayed with Dull-Cote .  To be continued . . . |
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Post by plastimatic on Aug 29, 2017 14:21:59 GMT -5
Great start to one of my favorites! And glad they're re-issuing it. I feel the same way about some of these kits, that I should have a stock version before I go cutting up a repop. An original sparkle blue one sits in a case on the shelf, and a solid blue issue gathers tenure in the someday pile. Unfortunately, when I clearcoated the sparkle body (and I don't remember which brand I used -- it was some years back), the gloss finish of the plastic buckled, so I had to resort to sanding and painting with a Tamiya that was pretty close to the original color. But I still take reverence in it's age, and that I did better this time (hopefully) than my glue-happy tween years  |
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Post by TooOld on Aug 30, 2017 17:17:17 GMT -5
Great start to one of my favorites! And glad they're re-issuing it. I feel the same way about some of these kits, that I should have a stock version before I go cutting up a repop. An original sparkle blue one sits in a case on the shelf, and a solid blue issue gathers tenure in the someday pile. Unfortunately, when I clearcoated the sparkle body (and I don't remember which brand I used -- it was some years back), the gloss finish of the plastic buckled, so I had to resort to sanding and painting with a Tamiya that was pretty close to the original color. But I still take reverence in it's age, and that I did better this time (hopefully) than my glue-happy tween years Yeah , I've thought about redoing some of my old builds from years ago but I kind of like them they way , and as bad as they are . I picked this one up earlier this year and also have an unbuilt one stashed but have never built a Baja Humbug ! So I finished the artwork to have these decals printed a few months ago but never sent it to the vendor , now I'll just use my trusty inkjet and do my own .   Also finished the engine today . Just some detail paint and some plug wires .  Stay Tooned ! |
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Post by grumpygrowly on Aug 30, 2017 17:34:24 GMT -5
Love the work on the motor! Crisp and clean. I like the look of the stinger slung to the side and white, Bold move Sir, paid of big!
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Post by scooke123 on Aug 30, 2017 22:59:04 GMT -5
That is a really nice motor!!! Colorful and lots of detail.
Steve
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Post by TooOld on Aug 31, 2017 6:00:39 GMT -5
Thanks guys , a little bit of paint really brings these motors to life ! |
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Post by TooOld on Sept 1, 2017 10:22:17 GMT -5
Decals are on and clear coated . I know the front should be Flat Black but I kind of like the Gloss Black . . . haven't decided yet .  |
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Post by brizio on Sept 1, 2017 11:47:24 GMT -5
Great work! The engine is beautiful!
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Post by yekoms on Sept 1, 2017 15:47:08 GMT -5
Cool project. Gloss + flat = satin...haha
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Post by modelcarfan on Sept 2, 2017 4:16:20 GMT -5
Really Cool Project!.. I had worked on that a couple of years back and sure did enjoyed that model. I sure like that engine work you did. It sure makes color pop out .. even though its a simple work but having different colors all in one places makes us look at them twice. Way to go Bob!
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Post by TooOld on Sept 2, 2017 7:33:14 GMT -5
Great work! The engine is beautiful! Thanks Brizio ! |
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Post by TooOld on Sept 2, 2017 7:33:35 GMT -5
Cool project. Gloss + flat = satin...haha |
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Post by TooOld on Sept 2, 2017 7:35:22 GMT -5
Really Cool Project!.. I had worked on that a couple of years back and sure did enjoyed that model. I sure like that engine work you did. It sure makes color pop out .. even though its a simple work but having different colors all in one places makes us look at them twice. Way to go Bob! Thanks Brian ! I like the chrome engine but sometimes using a few contrasting colors really improves the look . |
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Post by TooOld on Sept 7, 2017 13:09:39 GMT -5
Been progressing very slowly but steadily and I think I've got all the bits and pieces ready for assembly !  |
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Post by grumpygrowly on Sept 8, 2017 10:14:42 GMT -5
the tires are perfect!
the driver is awesome, like the eyes.
Yellow antenna is a cool idea, it will pop, like the plug wires.
Fun build, thanks for sharing.
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