Top Secret Skyline - Car Forums and Automotive Chat

D_LaMz

02-20-2005, 12:51 PM

Well you I got the kit a few weeks ago and did some progress already.
Progress might take long because I only do modeling on the weekends because of school.

Well enjoy :biggrin:
http://img203.exs.cx/img203/3212/dsc002675xz.jpg
http://img203.exs.cx/img203/3112/dsc002742fv.jpg

http://img203.exs.cx/img203/4540/dsc002785ay.jpg
Painted the canister steel b/c I didn't like all chrome.

http://img203.exs.cx/img203/6786/dsc002790xj.jpg
Used putty to fill in the gaps between the small side piece and used the Foredom Micro motor to sand alot of putty off in a few seconds.

http://img203.exs.cx/img203/2673/dsc002809rb.jpg
http://img203.exs.cx/img203/8243/dsc002814xb.jpg
http://img203.exs.cx/img203/9727/dsc002837mo.jpg
http://img203.exs.cx/img203/5505/dsc002842vh.jpg
http://img203.exs.cx/img203/2166/dsc002876xx.jpg

http://img203.exs.cx/img203/3416/dsc002886ok.jpg
http://img203.exs.cx/img203/724/dsc002897lq.jpg
Top Secret Diffuser Pro

Hey Steve(Hiroboy) if your reading this, I PM'ed you but got no reply. I wrote that you were building the TS kit and was wondering if you have the window mask for it and can you post it on your site for me? Can I just copy the mask from the Tamiya Xanavi Skyline and use it for the Aoshima TS Skyline? Thanks!

AstroRide44

02-20-2005, 05:16 PM

looks good, are u gonna put lips on the wheels? bout the color, are u gonna stay with the TopSecret gold?

SidewayzS15

02-20-2005, 05:20 PM

looks good, are u gonna put lips on the wheels? bout the color, are u gonna stay with the TopSecret gold?

I was wondering about that too. nice find, how much that run you? I love the jap models but i hate that they are curbside. Ill be following this one :iceslolan

tonioseven

02-20-2005, 06:41 PM

Your tires are facing the wrong way. On the real TE-37, the rims are 1 piece with polished edges; just go around the outside with a good silver paint.

D_LaMz

02-20-2005, 07:36 PM

looks good, are u gonna put lips on the wheels? bout the color, are u gonna stay with the TopSecret gold?

http://img121.exs.cx/img121/9798/dsc003622ah.jpg
I guess so

Your tires are facing the wrong way. On the real TE-37, the rims are 1 piece with polished edges; just go around the outside with a good silver paint.

http://img121.exs.cx/img121/2456/dsc003518kd.jpg
No, there not

http://img121.exs.cx/img121/5540/dsc003596ft.jpg
The chrome lip is going to be hard because it small so I'ma have to use a mask for the job.

primera man

02-20-2005, 07:51 PM

Look forward to seeing how this one turns out.

tonioseven

02-20-2005, 09:13 PM

http://img121.exs.cx/img121/9798/dsc003622ah.jpg
I guess so

http://img121.exs.cx/img121/2456/dsc003518kd.jpg
No, they're not.

http://img121.exs.cx/img121/5540/dsc003596ft.jpg
The chrome lip is going to be hard because it small so I'ma have to use a mask for the job.
Yes it is. Check HERE (http://www.rayswheels.co.jp/emenu/wheel.html)
Your treads are going in the wrong direction.

Ghost_9418

02-20-2005, 09:18 PM

Looking good!
:iceslolan

Wow, I havn't been or posted in a while

Hiroboy

02-21-2005, 02:29 AM

Hey Steve(Hiroboy) if your reading this, I PM'ed you but got no reply. I wrote that you were building the TS kit and was wondering if you have the window mask for it and can you post it on your site for me? Can I just copy the mask from the Tamiya Xanavi Skyline and use it for the Aoshima TS Skyline? Thanks!

It is looking nice,
I don't have any masks for the Aoshima R34, but I'll try and do some soon.

D_LaMz

03-03-2005, 04:20 PM

Well guys, sorry for the long progress update.(Busy with school and GT4):naughty:

Did some work like the interior and now trying to build the HKS F-Con V-Pro.

Pics coming on the weekend! :)

mike united

03-03-2005, 11:53 PM

Nice start :iceslolan

robrex

03-04-2005, 01:54 AM

It's looking good so far!

Lownslow

03-04-2005, 02:20 AM

yeah you got to have them facing the right direction or else it will affect the performance around the corners and they will hum when youre doing 60mph :cwm27:

D_LaMz

03-06-2005, 12:25 AM

Ok, finally pics

http://img231.exs.cx/img231/162/dsc004392fw.jpg
http://img231.exs.cx/img231/8787/dsc004423py.jpg
http://img231.exs.cx/img231/8052/dsc004439wv.jpg
http://img231.exs.cx/img231/614/dsc004454rc.jpg
http://img231.exs.cx/img231/7581/dsc004443pm.jpg :feedback:
Still trying to make that HKS F-Con V-Pro... :(

TanKaBoY

03-06-2005, 12:42 AM

very nice!

nicecar

03-06-2005, 02:33 AM

Where did you get that AWSOME SKYLINE

I want one coz i am crazy about skylines!!!!!

Here is one completed i found a pic of:
http://tyrion11.tripod.com/sky2-1.jpeg

chris

Honoturtle

03-06-2005, 02:40 AM

Beginning progress looks great! :thumbsup:

D_LaMz

03-16-2005, 05:49 PM

Well I'm done with the interior. Made the HKS F-con V-Pro.

http://img46.exs.cx/img46/9747/1300406350z13z7na.jpg
http://img46.exs.cx/img46/433/17483yu.jpg
HKS F-CON V-Pro

http://img46.exs.cx/img46/4750/dsc005505jl.jpg
See if you can find it
http://img46.exs.cx/img46/4375/dsc005547ng.jpg
http://img46.exs.cx/img46/2816/dsc005261ou.jpg
http://img46.exs.cx/img46/8306/dsc005479mw.jpg
http://img46.exs.cx/img46/8767/dsc005495dp.jpg :feedback:

nis.k.a.

03-16-2005, 06:07 PM

Good progress. The gauge of the F-Con wire is a little big but beyond that it's sweet.

D_LaMz

04-09-2005, 08:55 PM

pre98zetec

04-09-2005, 08:59 PM

I think the hood needs a good sanding out before you go to the polishing.

SchuberT

04-10-2005, 12:40 AM

I haven't had any problems stripping clear parts in break fluid. My GT-R's windows were in the BF for a couple weeks and came out crystal clear.

MidMazar

04-10-2005, 01:11 AM

never use thinner on clear parts, i don't know about brake fluid, nice progress, you can touch up tyhe outline of the windows with a sharpie or gundam marker to get a decent result.

Hiroboy

04-10-2005, 03:41 AM

I have designed some window painting masks for this car here :
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=123478
Use them when you have stripped the paint off.

D_LaMz

04-10-2005, 11:17 AM

Finally THANKS STEVE!! :bigthumb:
I knew I should have looked in that thread :banghead:

D_LaMz

04-11-2005, 04:21 PM

So now that I left the clear parts in the brake fluid it stripped off all the paint.

So now do I have to clean it with any thing or can I just clean it with water.

After I paint it with TS-14 can I dump it in future to keep it clear?

siu-p

04-11-2005, 11:55 PM

love that F-Con idea

D_LaMz

04-12-2005, 04:22 PM

For some reason after I dumped it in Brake fluid it stripped the paint after a day but made the clear part all foggy. Any one know how to get rid of it?

I scratched it and the foggyness comes off.
http://img208.exs.cx/img208/180/dsc000798ok.jpg
http://img208.exs.cx/img208/118/dsc000800nu.jpg
http://img208.exs.cx/img208/8880/dsc000810rh.jpg
http://img208.exs.cx/img208/9659/dsc000823oa.jpg

mrceej

04-12-2005, 04:36 PM

Interesting, maybe buffing it?

pre98zetec

04-12-2005, 04:52 PM

wash it

Bas Carwash

04-12-2005, 04:54 PM

I think you should polish it. If you're lucky the brake fluid didn't damage the clear plastic. Good luck.

E Honda

04-12-2005, 05:29 PM

wet sand the clear parts with 1200 wet and dry sandpaper and then spray some clear on them and wet sand with again. Then you can use rubbing compound to get the shine back. Works on foggy headlights on real cars.

D_LaMz

04-12-2005, 10:26 PM

wash it

Wash with what?

I think you should polish it. If you're lucky the brake fluid didn't damage the clear plastic. Good luck.

Will Meguiar's Scratch X work?

PS: I used Prestone Super Heavy Duty DOT3 brake fluid for ABS brakes.

MidMazar

04-12-2005, 10:33 PM

try polishing it out, may make it a little bit better, my suggestion is to wet sand with really fine grit papaer, like 2000 and up and then polish.

pre98zetec

04-12-2005, 11:11 PM

soap and water worked for me.

AsongKar

04-13-2005, 12:09 PM

Option 1...sand with 1000 grade sand paper...and wetsand again with 1000 grid...and u can continue with other higher grade sandpaper,just make sure scratches are as fine as possible...then use tamiya compound or some commercial scratch remover...u have to sand and polish both sides...since u soak the whole thing in...

Option 2...order a new clear part...if u are seeking perfection as the repaired clear part will not be as nice as before

Hope i help :icon16:

D_LaMz

04-13-2005, 05:19 PM

Well I sanded the windows and need help.

Should I polish it with Scratch X, then dip it in Future, and mask off areas and paint?
or
Polish with Scratch X, mask off areas and paint, then dip in Future?

Thanks :sunglasse

http://img185.exs.cx/img185/383/dsc000831fp.jpg
http://img185.exs.cx/img185/4919/dsc000851wl.jpg
http://img185.exs.cx/img185/3310/dsc000874wz.jpg
http://img185.exs.cx/img185/6241/dsc000886ty.jpg

D_LaMz

04-14-2005, 06:34 PM

Well now I just got done finishing on polishing the windows. So what next?

Coat it with Future?
or
Mask and spray paint?

http://img29.exs.cx/img29/2223/dsc000922ce.jpg
http://img29.exs.cx/img29/3443/dsc000955vi.jpg
http://img29.exs.cx/img29/5782/dsc000982ag.jpg
http://img29.exs.cx/img29/618/dsc001064pb.jpg

ATMDC

04-14-2005, 07:04 PM

ive used purple power on a clear headlight lens and it wasnt foggy, but besides the window (hope you get that fixed), it seems like this will be a good build

D_LaMz

04-15-2005, 11:14 AM

Anyone know what should I do?

Coat it with Future?
or
Mask and spray paint?

I'm asking this because isn't Future an acrylic and can I spray TS-14 (Black) over it?

MidMazar

04-15-2005, 11:49 AM

i would mask first, once completly masked, push down the edges with fingernails, then apply one or two light clear coats, then the black, the clear helps it not to bleed through, also i would use acrylics, easier to clean up mistakes.

soul-theef

04-16-2005, 05:21 PM

hope everything works out, i want to see this done.

D_LaMz

04-22-2005, 05:29 PM

Well, I just got back from State Wide testing and also made some progress. The "glass" part was masked and painted (Thanks Hiroboy) it came out alright with some mistakes, but a little sanding and polishing should fix that! I also sprayed about 4 coats of clear; 2 light and 2 heavy coats.

http://img208.echo.cx/img208/1015/dsc001544eb.jpg
http://img208.echo.cx/img208/9337/dsc001555nn.jpg
http://img208.echo.cx/img208/1162/dsc001567ww.jpg
http://img214.echo.cx/img214/8849/dsc001570zt.jpg
:eek: You can bearly see a crack from polishing. (Must be very gentle)

http://img251.echo.cx/img251/2023/dsc001391cn.jpg
http://img251.echo.cx/img251/5228/dsc001409qy.jpg
http://img251.echo.cx/img251/9306/dsc001418pz.jpg
http://img208.echo.cx/img208/8630/dsc001452wa.jpg
http://img208.echo.cx/img208/5845/dsc001485du.jpg
http://img208.echo.cx/img208/4417/dsc001493sw.jpg
http://img208.echo.cx/img208/6213/dsc001516op.jpg

Don't know if I should polish the whole body with Scratch X or paint the window trims first.
Suggestions would help :sunglasse

D_LaMz

04-22-2005, 09:58 PM

Any Pros out that can help me?
Should polish I the whole body with Scratch X or paint the window trims first?

Seriously I got nothing to do but watch old Best Motoring DVD's!! :eek7:

PyRoTeKniKz

04-22-2005, 11:02 PM

I dont know how everyone else does it but I polish/wax first..then window trims

injecting

04-22-2005, 11:07 PM

I also polish/wax then trim. But you should probly do it how you want.

SchuberT

04-23-2005, 12:22 AM

I also polish/wax then trim. But you should probly do it how you want.

Ditto.

D_LaMz

04-23-2005, 02:25 AM

Then I will do the same right when I wake up tomorrow or today since its 1:24 AM right now. :iceslolan

bhop73

05-03-2005, 02:14 PM

D_LaMz

05-04-2005, 12:52 AM

I'll try to get some ref pics by tomorrow for you.

Hiroboy

05-04-2005, 02:06 AM

I have the same model and was planning to build it soon. I'm having a hard time finding research material though. I haven't seen many pics of the back, and none at all of the interior. You wouldn't happen to have some would you? I'd like to make it as accurate as possible..

I have uploaded a PDF file with loads of referance photos and articles of this Top Secret R34, the file is 8.5MB. Right Click and "Save Link As"
http://www.spc.org.uk/downloads/top_secret_ref_photos.pdf

bhop73

05-04-2005, 03:31 AM

I have uploaded a PDF file with loads of referance photos and articles of this Top Secret R34, the file is 8.5MB. Right Click and "Save Link As"
http://www.spc.org.uk/downloads/top_secret_ref_photos.pdf

Very nice pics. Exactly what I needed. Thanks.

D_LaMz

05-04-2005, 04:11 PM

D_LaMz

05-09-2005, 04:36 PM

MidMazar

05-10-2005, 12:29 AM

Question: Can Tamiya acrylic leak under Tamiya Masking Tape?
Yes it can if it is not properly sealed, use a toothpick or fingernail to run along the edge of the tape. This will prevent paint from leaking under, nice paint job on the hood!

willimo

05-10-2005, 01:14 AM

Yes, anything can leak under tape. Shoot a small amount of clear onto it before you spray the next color. Tamiya makes acrylic clear that would work perfectly. It will seal the edges, and through an airbrush and since it's around edges, the negligable extra thickness will be extra unnoticable.

SidewayzS15

05-10-2005, 03:24 AM

Damn so clean man, personally i woldnt wax it, then again i am horrible at that

tazdev

05-10-2005, 04:03 AM

looking sweet so far

TanKaBoY

05-10-2005, 04:19 AM

niice!

autobot 101

05-12-2005, 01:28 PM

Nice progress!! :smokin:

tigeraid

05-12-2005, 08:08 PM

Looking great. Man I'm digging that hood. Good recovery on the windows by the way!

D_LaMz

05-12-2005, 09:56 PM

Thanks everyone for the nice comments, I will spray paint the window frames and etc...over the weekend.

D_LaMz

05-20-2005, 07:17 PM

injecting

05-21-2005, 12:25 AM

Looking awsome. Did you veer fix the window's??

D_LaMz

05-21-2005, 12:39 AM

Looking awsome. Did you veer fix the window's??

Yep. :)

injecting

05-21-2005, 11:22 PM

Ok I'm glad. I hope you can get the trunk fixed up soon.

soul-theef

05-22-2005, 01:05 PM

looks beutiful so far so keep it coming.

Stickz

05-23-2005, 12:06 AM

I gotta get that kit! Nice job!

D_LaMz

05-26-2005, 06:50 PM

Well school is out and it is Summer Time :naughty:
Time to get a lot of progress done.

Painted the lips on the Top Secret Volks.

Before:
http://img160.echo.cx/img160/6946/dsc005830go.jpg
http://img160.echo.cx/img160/7272/dsc005843dj.jpg
http://img121.echo.cx/img121/5540/dsc003596ft.jpg
http://img121.echo.cx/img121/2456/dsc003518kd.jpg

After:
http://img236.echo.cx/img236/7299/dsc003077bp.jpg
http://img236.echo.cx/img236/3845/dsc003083jy.jpg
http://img236.echo.cx/img236/2708/dsc003095lt.jpg
http://img236.echo.cx/img236/5575/dsc003101jw.jpg
http://img236.echo.cx/img236/290/dsc003138ms.jpg
http://img236.echo.cx/img236/6686/dsc003157li.jpg
http://img17.echo.cx/img17/7655/dsc003164ea.jpg

Plus I'm getting the trunk fixed now.

injecting

05-26-2005, 07:37 PM

1 dam your lucky that school is out for you(2 weeks here :disappoin) 2 The rims are looking good can't wait to see the trunck fixed up.

D_LaMz

06-01-2005, 11:36 PM

Stickz

06-01-2005, 11:43 PM

Nice work on the paint. Good Luck!

assad_l

06-02-2005, 02:07 AM

I think you should apply some carbon decals but its up to you i dont want to stuff it up on you.
nice model cant wait for the finished product.

injecting

06-02-2005, 10:14 PM

I love it I would say put Carbon Fibor on it, But..... You already sprayed it black. SO I think you should keep it black.

D_LaMz

06-03-2005, 01:53 PM

I love it I would say put Carbon Fibor on it, But..... You already sprayed it black. SO I think you should keep it black.

The black is for the under layer so the carbon will be a little darker. Also I just got some carbon decals yesterday! :iceslolan

bhop73

06-03-2005, 03:57 PM

Looks good. I'm anxious to see how your carbon fiber on the hood goes, since I have the same kit myself.

Whumbachumba

06-03-2005, 04:11 PM

Here's a look at what it would be like with a cf hood.

http://img252.echo.cx/img252/5672/skyline5ft.jpg

bhop73

06-03-2005, 05:03 PM

Here's a look at what it would be like with a cf hood.

I'm not trying to hi-jack the thread, hopefully any answers can be useful to D_LaMz too, but do you have any tips on getting the carbon decal to work right with those vents? I, myself am a carbon decal noo.b (although, not a modeling noo.b) and could use as many tips as possible.

Whumbachumba

06-03-2005, 05:06 PM

I have no clue how to do that, all I did was make a pattern and photoshopped. It probably has something to do with the way the decal is shaped.

bhop73

06-03-2005, 05:13 PM

I have no clue how to do that, all I did was make a pattern and photoshopped. It probably has something to do with the way the decal is shaped.

Oh.. i see.. http://bhop73.com/stuff/forumfun/icons/893Doh-thumb.gif I thought that was a pic of yours.. heh

D_LaMz

06-03-2005, 08:24 PM

I'm not trying to hi-jack the thread, hopefully any answers can be useful to D_LaMz too, but do you have any tips on getting the carbon decal to work right with those vents? I, myself am a carbon decal noo.b (although, not a modeling noo.b) and could use as many tips as possible.

What you can do is to cut the decal into different pieces and try to align them up or even take a hobby knife and cut slits, but I haven't it yet because I'm working on an Enzo but will do the carbonizing tomorrow. :grinno:

I will also carbon the lip.

Fkouch

06-03-2005, 11:58 PM

Personally I always wax. Increases shine, protects the paintjob and prevents dust building up. KInd of a no brainer ;)

Cheers

Farrokh

D_LaMz

06-04-2005, 01:52 AM

Here's a look at what it would be like with a cf hood.

http://img252.echo.cx/img252/5672/skyline5ft.jpg

Well I got bored and its 12:48 am in Texas and this is what I did with Photoshop.

http://img248.echo.cx/img248/9844/dsc00397asd2bx.jpg

Just hoping the real thing is like this. :grinno:

I do have a question though, can I put turtle wax like a week or so after the carbon decal dries without a clearcoat? Thanks! :)

Whumbachumba

06-04-2005, 02:04 AM

D_LaMz

06-04-2005, 02:11 AM

Probably not, and I wouldn't try with such a beautiful paintjob. I think I just used a larger scale pattern than you for the cf. I guess I could have rotated and then twirled it also.

Hey, I'm in Texas also, Dallas metroplex area.
I'm from Houston in the Cy-Fair area , too bad neither of our too cities made it to the NBA Finals. :frown: San Antonio should represent Texas though.

Whumbachumba

06-04-2005, 02:12 AM

We were both close...again. I used to live in the Woodlands, but we moved in 94 or 95.

spidereddie

06-04-2005, 04:17 AM

:

I do have a question though, can I put turtle wax like a week or so after the carbon decal dries without a clearcoat? Thanks! :)

NO NO NO ... n. o.

You cannot rub anything on your carbon decals unless you clear coat them. Wax, compound..anything.

And as per the "decals on funny surfaces, with irregularities." It's actually quite easy.
Here's a pic of one did
http://img64.exs.cx/img64/3900/img25579bx.jpg (http://www.imageshack.us)
Look closely at the top left corner of the hood and the bottom left corner of the hood. Coming off on a diagnal from the corner of the vents you'll see a "change" in the pattern. That's the misalignment from when I made tiny cuts with a blade to relieve the 'stress' from being bent so funny. Also, I cut out the center portion where the horizontal vents go. I then just added little pieces to cover up those bars after the big piece dried.

[/HIJACK] sorry. don't wanna overtake your thread, just trying to help.
PM me if you have any other questions or if I didn't make myself clear enough

D_LaMz

06-04-2005, 10:56 AM

NO NO NO ... n. o.

You cannot rub anything on your carbon decals unless you clear coat them. Wax, compound..anything.

And as per the "decals on funny surfaces, with irregularities." It's actually quite easy.
Here's a pic of one did
http://img64.exs.cx/img64/3900/img25579bx.jpg (http://www.imageshack.us)
Look closely at the top left corner of the hood and the bottom left corner of the hood. Coming off on a diagnal from the corner of the vents you'll see a "change" in the pattern. That's the misalignment from when I made tiny cuts with a blade to relieve the 'stress' from being bent so funny. Also, I cut out the center portion where the horizontal vents go. I then just added little pieces to cover up those bars after the big piece dried.

[/HIJACK] sorry. don't wanna overtake your thread, just trying to help.
PM me if you have any other questions or if I didn't make myself clear enough

No probelm, you did use microset and microsol right?

D_LaMz

06-11-2005, 09:22 PM

After week of doing the carbon decals and leting the paint cure on the trunk, I have pics.

My first time using carbon decals and it came out ok, but I learned a very good lesson. I learned to always use the templates that I made, go in the same direction on the sheet! :banghead: :rofl:
You can really see where I made some repairs and even a BIG line where the decal overlapped. Now I just have to paint the hood pins.:sunglasse

Anyone now how to use X-19 (smoke) to make the carbon darker? Can I just simply brush it on or do I have to use an airbrush?

http://img147.echo.cx/img147/8586/dsc006093da.jpg
http://img147.echo.cx/img147/3324/dsc006101uy.jpg
http://img147.echo.cx/img147/6166/dsc006110pg.jpg
http://img147.echo.cx/img147/9758/dsc006120sz.jpg
http://img147.echo.cx/img147/4680/dsc006137bv.jpg

I like this pic a lot since the carbon fiber looks real.
http://img147.echo.cx/img147/3517/dsc006203ai.jpg

http://img147.echo.cx/img147/7655/dsc006210ic.jpg

assad_l

06-11-2005, 10:00 PM

Awesome cf looks soooooooo real this car is AWESOMW!!!

PS.
You should come join the graphic manipulation forum and show us some more skills!

SidewayzS15

06-12-2005, 01:06 AM

Looks really nice man, cant wait to see this one done, also i didnt know there was a photoshop forum, looks like im going check this out

D_LaMz

06-25-2005, 12:50 AM

Technoman

06-25-2005, 01:08 AM

Skyline looks awesome!

My guess is the Sogo Keibi Porsche 911 GT2 as the parts sprue below the wheels is white. Could be the street version though?

D_LaMz

06-25-2005, 01:13 AM

My guess is the Sogo Keibi Porsche 911 GT2 as the parts sprue below the wheels is white. Could be the street version though?

Wrong. :biggrin:

It might be kind of hard to guess what car this is. :smile:

QuietandDrnkThis

06-25-2005, 01:20 AM

Wrong. :biggrin:

It might be kind of hard to guess what car this is. :smile:

Porsche 911 GT1 number 25/26 car?

bvia

06-25-2005, 01:40 AM

Yup,. it's the '96 Porsche GT1. You can tell by the center lock BBS wheels and the oil filler/remote reserviour showing on the chrome sprue in the upper left of the lower pic.

Bill

D_LaMz

06-25-2005, 01:53 AM

Damn it, you guys got it! :rofl:
If there is another LeMans contest, I'll be entering it. :smile:

Technoman

06-25-2005, 09:37 AM

So do they win the kit then :)

QuietandDrnkThis

06-25-2005, 10:56 AM

So do they win the kit then :)

Currently building that same kit as my first model, but I do like the way you think :smooch:

emperorsupra

06-25-2005, 12:23 PM

im speachless

D_LaMz

06-25-2005, 11:59 PM

Here is what I just did.
I took apart the wing so applying carbon decals would be easier.

http://img196.echo.cx/img196/692/dsc006449fh.jpg
http://img196.echo.cx/img196/6858/dsc006463xr.jpg
http://img196.echo.cx/img196/5466/dsc006475vl.jpg
http://img196.echo.cx/img196/8924/dsc006499lf.jpg
http://img214.echo.cx/img214/2847/dsc006544bk.jpg

Now I got to do the end plates and the mirrors.

stisnan

06-26-2005, 12:40 AM

I love your CF work. Keep it up.

HellsDRifteR

06-26-2005, 04:41 PM

man i just love that car . might get that kit someday when i my modeling skills improve. Great work btw . keep it up cause i cant wait to see it finished

Koenigferrari

06-26-2005, 06:06 PM

Nice looking skyline!

D_LaMz

07-21-2005, 11:12 PM

Well I finished carboning the endplates of the wing, so now I got to carbon the mirrors tomorrow. No pics now because I'm just to lazy to get pics now but will get them tomorrow. :smokin:

Apexi_N1

07-21-2005, 11:21 PM

are those CF decal all comes with the kit?

honda_racing101

07-21-2005, 11:50 PM

Damn, that looks downright AWESOME.

Sigmaman

07-21-2005, 11:57 PM

Looking great so far.

D_LaMz

07-22-2005, 12:13 AM

are those CF decal all comes with the kit?
Nope

lmdrs22

07-22-2005, 12:20 AM

looking good man- what CF decals are you using? did you make any templates (for wing, mirrors, etc.)?

D_LaMz

07-22-2005, 12:41 AM

looking good man- what CF decals are you using? did you make any templates (for wing, mirrors, etc.)?
CF decals were SMS twill weave and templates were used.

D_LaMz

07-22-2005, 07:23 PM

Damn it the electricity went out!! So I had a delay of posting pics, but they just came back on like 30 minutes ago.

http://img241.imageshack.us/img241/9223/dsc007186tu.jpg
http://img322.imageshack.us/img322/9409/dsc007139zd.jpg
http://img322.imageshack.us/img322/9205/dsc007125qb.jpg
http://img322.imageshack.us/img322/2783/dsc007073yf.jpg
http://img322.imageshack.us/img322/3908/dsc007004yz.jpg

SupaMan89T

07-22-2005, 08:25 PM

looks great! i need a skyline for my collection.

Feint Motion

07-22-2005, 08:27 PM

Nicely applied! :)

honda_racing101

07-22-2005, 09:24 PM

Fabulous work!

modder

07-23-2005, 12:03 AM

wow......i like the cf spoiler..........looks hot

D_LaMz

07-27-2005, 01:35 AM

Whumbachumba

07-27-2005, 01:51 AM

DAMN! I bet that was fun to get right. Looks absoluetly stunning. Can't wait till the next update.

91p10nizmo

07-27-2005, 02:09 AM

hi
That is looking very cool. ive got this model on my shelf and looking at yours is very insprational.

Uninen

07-27-2005, 05:30 AM

DANG! How'd Ya get the decals set on those mirrors so smoothly? They look :eek2: Could U please put on a HOW-TO quickie on them?

D_LaMz

07-27-2005, 11:20 AM

DANG! How'd Ya get the decals set on those mirrors so smoothly? They look :eek2: Could U please put on a HOW-TO quickie on them?

There already is a How-To on carbon decals.http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=145001

Feint Motion

07-27-2005, 05:09 PM

Those Ganador mirrors looks awesome! Great werk.

D_LaMz

09-10-2005, 10:37 PM

So, I haven't updated this because I have school, but I have not forgotten about it.
This question I have is "how do I remove the water stains or marks that are left on the decal?"

travis712

09-10-2005, 11:13 PM

This thread wants me to start working on my model projects again. Very good work man, i bet alot of time went into all that.

MidMazar

09-10-2005, 11:18 PM

update is needed!!

D_LaMz

09-11-2005, 11:03 PM

So, I haven't updated this because I have school, but I have not forgotten about it.
This question I have is "how do I remove the water stains or marks that are left on the decal?"

Anyone? :1zhelp: :1zhelp:

robrex

09-11-2005, 11:30 PM

Anyone? :1zhelp: :1zhelp:

use some Tamiya polish or a similar product. Are you going to put a clear coat on? if so, make sure whatever you use can be painted over. Tamiya polish is fine.

You can also wash models after the decals have completely dried using a lightly soapy water. This can leave water marks so I prefer using Polly S Plastic prep which I think is just Isopropyl alcohol. This dries almost immediately ready for painting!

Hope that helps?

D_LaMz

09-12-2005, 12:29 AM

use some Tamiya polish or a similar product. Are you going to put a clear coat on? if so, make sure whatever you use can be painted over. Tamiya polish is fine.

You can also wash models after the decals have completely dried using a lightly soapy water. This can leave water marks so I prefer using Polly S Plastic prep which I think is just Isopropyl alcohol. This dries almost immediately ready for painting!

Hope that helps?

THANKS :worshippy :worshippy

rx7king

09-12-2005, 01:48 AM

cf work looks really good, nice skyline

D_LaMz

10-09-2005, 02:30 AM

amusegt1

10-09-2005, 03:03 AM

lookin good! keep it up!

D_LaMz

10-09-2005, 03:10 PM

:feedback:

evo8owner

10-09-2005, 05:00 PM

:feedback:

What, A Four Page Thread Isn't Enough?(lol)
Honestly, It's F%&king Beautiful!!
Expect A PM From Me,Lot's Of Questions.

lotus_man

10-09-2005, 05:02 PM

Looking really nice. I have one of these sat on my shelf as a fun build to do some time. I'll probably pick up the S15 as well when it comes out. The Tamiya gold looks pretty spot on for color, and the Carbon decal work looks nice.

91p10nizmo

10-10-2005, 12:53 AM

Looks very nice. Great carbon work and wheels.
Keep it going.

coolaznkid

10-10-2005, 11:40 AM

Hey there Daniel!
Man, your Skyline is looking extremely gorgeous!
Good save with the windshield incident!
Keep going for the finish line!

:bigthumb::bigthumb::bigthumb:

NissanSkylineGTR98

10-10-2005, 04:21 PM

wow, awesome work! the body looks great, cant wait to see it finished!

blueboost

10-11-2005, 08:24 PM

man that GTR looks bad ass. You have skills. :naughty:

D_LaMz

10-11-2005, 11:31 PM

Thanks for the comments!:)

bkvj

10-16-2005, 06:00 AM

damn, i just readed all the pages, and this is extremely gorgeous...did you bought it from he official topsecret website? or where did you bgrought it from?

D_LaMz

10-16-2005, 11:32 AM

damn, i just readed all the pages, and this is extremely gorgeous...did you bought it from he official topsecret website? or where did you bgrought it from?

bought it from www.hlj.com :)

D_LaMz

10-23-2005, 02:49 PM

Almost done, body just needs a clear coat.
Hood and wing are clearcoated.

http://img424.imageshack.us/img424/645/dsc013443zz.jpg
http://img424.imageshack.us/img424/7374/dsc013475wq.jpg
http://img424.imageshack.us/img424/3527/dsc013480gu.jpg
http://img424.imageshack.us/img424/3950/dsc013464pe.jpg :feedback:

SupaMan89T

10-23-2005, 02:55 PM

looks good man i thought this car was done i couldnt figure out how you were getting so many hits! awesome job!

blueboost

10-23-2005, 03:32 PM

more!

D_LaMz

10-23-2005, 09:28 PM

Almost there.............

Clearcoated
http://img465.imageshack.us/img465/838/dsc013508zp.jpg
http://img465.imageshack.us/img465/4826/dsc013526at.jpg :iceslolan
http://img465.imageshack.us/img465/951/dsc013534fe.jpg
http://img465.imageshack.us/img465/5306/dsc013572wi.jpg

SNEAK PEEK AS OF RIGHT NOW!
http://img465.imageshack.us/img465/223/dsc013606zb.jpg

SpoonMan Dos

10-23-2005, 09:46 PM

That looks very good, especially the CF decaling. I know what a pain that can be.

91p10nizmo

10-23-2005, 09:59 PM

WOW. That is looking very nice. Cant wait to see finished pics.

bkvj

10-26-2005, 04:26 AM

bought it from www.hlj.com
cool, i just saw it yesterday, thanks mate.
did you bought something else with it for the project or was it all in the box?

i like your awesome CF work man!

amusegt1

10-26-2005, 10:42 AM

hurry up and finish it!

bkvj

10-26-2005, 11:31 AM

hurry up and finish it!

if he does it hasty from know on it might not come all together that nice...give him the time so we can see the best result...

btw, what is that weird thing were the engine should be? i looks rather strange?

does the hood have hinges so you can open it? trunk/doors to?

cheers

Vric

10-26-2005, 11:37 AM

I missed this thread.

Look very good. I will have to find time to make one too. CF look great.

D_LaMz

10-26-2005, 06:47 PM

Thanks for the comments guys. I will get some "professional" pics on the weekend because of some exams this week! :banghead:

btw, what is that weird thing were the engine should be? i looks rather strange?

does the hood have hinges so you can open it? trunk/doors to?

cheers

I'm guessing the thing you are talking about is the tape, and the car doesn't have any hinges for doors, etc...

bkvj

10-27-2005, 05:45 AM

I'm guessing the thing you are talking about is the tape, and the car doesn't have any hinges for doors, etc...
thats to bad....but you cant have everything can ya:)

D_LaMz

10-28-2005, 05:52 PM

Sorry guys but something just came up and I will try to get pics by Sunday U.S. time.

I'm going hunting, so pics on Sunday. :p :biggrin:

bkvj

10-28-2005, 06:02 PM

Sorry guys but something just came up and I will try to get pics by Sunday U.S. time. I'm going hunting, so pics on Sunday.

my god, cant wait till sunday:D:D!!! i think i have an idea what it is...but i will keep it silent though;)

bkvj

10-31-2005, 11:53 AM

my god, cant wait till sunday!!! i think i have an idea what it is...but i will keep it silent though ...

its monday already....:(

are you busy at the moment? lol i cant wait!

D_LaMz

10-31-2005, 05:52 PM

...

its monday already....:(

are you busy at the moment? lol i cant wait!

LOL :rofl: I was tired when I got home, but I do have this picture of my UNCLE on the hunting trip I went.

Took this down with a .270 Weatherby Mark V deluxe.
http://img254.imageshack.us/img254/9803/dsc013668sy.jpg

Sorry, but I will try on Friday or sooner!
Happy Halloween everybody!