Kei Office Silvia Progress

I thought I'd have a go at replicating the flared front arches which Aoshima didn't include in the kit. So started by building up the edge of the lip with plastic sheet
http://members.aol.com/jonesandy898/kei.jpg
and then used Tamiya smooth surface expoxy putty to build up the flare
http://members.aol.com/jonesandy898/kei1.jpg
http://members.aol.com/jonesandy898/kei2.jpg
I'll need to add some white to the paint I've got as it's too dark but not sure if I'll be able to get it sprayed tomorrow as pretty cold here with snow showers. :mad: I'll also have to see what effect widening the arches has on how the decals fit but I'll cross that bridge when I come to it.
Thanks for looking
Andy

looks good, How low can you go? Can't wait to see the end result.

Sweet!!!!! I just ordered this kit like a week ago from hobby link! How is the quality od the kit? Are the body parts realistic?

You got me pumped to build it! :D

Sweet!!!!! I just ordered this kit like a week ago from hobby link! How is the quality od the kit? Are the body parts realistic?

You got me pumped to build it! :D
I've built the aero version that this one's based on and it went together without any problems at all. Body kit on this one is an excellent fit - the only drawback other than the front arches is that you get a standard interior although it does have Bride seats.
Cheers
Andy

Oh well, I'll just build a roll cage myself for mine...
Can't wait to see yours when its finished!

More AJ C:sunglasse:sunglasselness!!

looks more accurate! :smokin:

looks more accurate! :smokin:

:iagree: Great job on the flares!

Looking good, Andy.

The fender flare looks spot on! Keep it up.

JeFF

http://members.aol.com/jonesandy898/kei.jpg

Nice progress, and did those wheels come in green?

Nice progress, and did those wheels come in green?
The wheels in the kit come with a bright gold finish - the green is just the plastic underneath after stripping the rims with bleach.
Thanks
Andy

nice, i really like!

Managed to get some paint on this one today - the colour is Rover Java Green lightened with a touch of white which will need polishing out. I'm not sure how accurate it is as color varies in the reference pics I have depending on conditions. I guess once the decals are on iy won't make much difference.
http://members.aol.com/jonesandy898/kei5.jpg
Thanks for looking
Andy

Looks like an accurate color from what i've seen of the car. I wish there were more pix of this car on the internet :disappoin

If you haven't seen them already there's some here
http://www.apexjapan.com/news/d1_apexjapan/d1_01.html
Cheers
Andy

looks damn nice so far. One of the best color combos out there

This one looks great too, good luck with the decals ..........!!!

Mike :sunglasse

so much style, like all of you builds, i would love to see all of your builds next to each other

Great work Andy, Front fender looks good.

If you haven't seen them already there's some here
http://www.apexjapan.com/news/d1_apexjapan/d1_01.html
Cheers
Andy
Woooo! its D1 heaven! Thanks for the link!

Here's where I am currently - I'll be happy if I never see another decal :lol: http://members.aol.com/jonesandy898/kei6.jpg
http://members.aol.com/jonesandy898/kei7.jpg
Thanks for looking
Andy

Top job Andy, looks great.........:smile:

Mike.

Nice work Andy

I'll be happy if I never see another decal
I know what you mean those are hard work.
It's looking great.

Always top quality work andy! always a pleasure following your builds!

NICE! Decals came out nice!

Wow, that looks stunning! amazing job! :smokin: