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I've been working on this kit for more than three years. Although it appears pretty close to completion, I don't seem to have enough enthusiasm to finish it. I want this kit to be highly detailed to make people wonder if it's really based on the old Revell kit. Followings are some of the works I've done so far. |
 The wire wheels were hand laced, and the rims were
made of polyester putty, and they were shaped using a drill, since I didn't have a lathe.
The parts were shipped to Chrome-Tech USA for chrome plating. The spokes were
made by cutting brass wire, and they were painted with enamel paint, because I couldn't
find any other material at that time. I only made one wheel per day
since my concentration didn't last
long enough to make two or more. |
 The body was painted with Dupli-Color automobile
spray after primer was sprayed. Gloss coat wasn't used since this spray paint created
deep and wet sheen. The bumpers and windshield frame were also sent to Chrome-Tech
USA, and I'm very satisfied with their job. |
 The SU carburetor details were scratchbuilt using
railroad model parts and aluminum rod. Throttle mechanism was also scratchbuilt.
The rest of the components were from the kit. |
 Prior to paint job, the louvers were carved to open,
and the piece at the end of the hood was scratchbuilt by employing
photo-etching
technique. The hood locks were also scratchbuilt with plastic sheet and metal rod. |
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