1999 TS020 Kit Review
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Updated: 06/05/00 |
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Picture 1.1 shows the front perspective view of the body. The plates that cover the front suspension are separate, which makes removal of the front cowl easy. The end piece of the roof inlet is separate, as well as the side louvers. |
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Picture 1.2 shows the side of the body parts. Tamiya captured this unique body very well. The body part is very fragile, so you must use extreme caution when sanding and polishing. |
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The rear cowl of the TS020 almost makes you visualize the airflow on the body. Picture 1.3 shows the rear cowl of the kit, and Tamiya captured the design so well. Tamiya fully employs CAD/CAM engineering, but it doesn't lose an organic contour of the Toyota. |
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Picture 1.4 shows the under side of the
monocock, and it shows an F-1 like suspension design and under
body treatment. The top of the monocock is open, and if you intend
to make the front cowl removable, it needs to be filled, and complete the
front section .
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The engine and transmission parts are fairly detailed as usual for Tamiya, and it will be built to a realistic model. Most of the duct to and from the turbo units are included. The instruction of the engine assembly made me think that it's going to be a 3D puzzle. |
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The wheels seem to be a little oversized to fit the existing rubber tires, but it looks better when they are fitted to the body. The instruction sheet says it has to be painted gross black, but I think X-18 semi gross is more appropriate. |
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The chrome tree includes the piping for intake manifold, turbot, intercooler, and exhaust. The tree looks more complete than Tamiya's own Group C car kits. The fuel lines are molded between the air intake manifold piece. |
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Picture 1.8 shows the remaining white parts. It's mainly consists of the small body panels, winglets, interior details, and good looking brake rotor/caliper assembly. The console panels feature fairly detailed switches and dials, but it can be enhanced by adding some photo etched switches. |
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Picture 1.9 shows the clear three. The windshield is a one piece part as shown, and it's smooth and even so it doesn't distort the interior details. The head light covers seem a little thick, and it might be better using them for vacuum forming molds. All lenses are clear. |
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Tamiya included this masking sheet for the body for the first time. It appears to be the same material as one of those windshield masking sheet. I would use Bare Metal for masking, so personally, I don't need this sheet. |
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