COMPLETE: Ferrari FXX

Its done. I need to finish the write up for Model cars next. Look for it in an upcoming issue!!!

This also completes my first build for the 60 years of Ferrari Builds.

DaveT

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That sure looks good!

Hasn't really felt anything special for the FXX but it kind of grows on you, might have to reconsider and get me one.

Your build makes me wanna get one right now.
Niclas

Your build makes me wish I had done my Enzo in a different color than black. Looks very nice.

It makes you like ferrari more and more when i see builds like this:grinyes:

I hated the Enzo at first, but it is now my favorite of all time. I hated the FXX at first, but I have two in my pile with aftermarket goods. This makes me appreciate this car like no other. Enzo still looks better, but for what the FXX is made for, this is fantastic!!!! I loved your build, and this is beautiful. I think it is the first completed FXX too?!

Great work!

WOW! Great job.

WOW. . .Killer. . . Awesome work. . .:thumbsup:

Excellent build. just amazing!

Nice model - something that was to be seen watching your WIP. What I really like is your photography. That gives the model the sharpness it represents in reality!

Amazing build!

Wow, excellent, beautifully done.. all I can say or do is :eek2:

Dave, just as usual: great model, great photos :ylsuper: .

The engine cover doesn´t seem to fit right when closed, is it a little bit wrapped?

Superb job, Dave, amazing Pics too. I agree on the engine hood, what's up?

flawless work, great pics.

Engine rocks :D

Wow!

Dave, just as usual: great model, great photos :ylsuper: .

The engine cover doesn´t seem to fit right when closed, is it a little bit wrapped?

Micha,
If you have built an Enzo, you will so soon discover the fit tolerances on the kit is ZERO. Once you carbon fiber the inside cover, and the side pods in the engine bay,and clear them... this is going to happen. Believe me... the car will RARELY be displayed with the engine cover closed.... not with all the work I put into it.

Thanks for all the replies guys!!!!

DaveT

... the car will RARELY be displayed with the engine cover closed.... not with all the work I put into it.


Exactly my opinion, it would be a shame to display the model closed. Why not building a model closed (no interior detailling) in a different colour standing it next to this beauty ...

Exactly my opinion, it would be a shame to display the model closed. Why not building a model closed (no interior detailling) in a different colour standing it next to this beauty ...

Not a bad idea!! But the thought of gluing the doors and trunk shut..... I dont know if I could do it.....

The kit is a superb kit, but the trunk could have fit better, and I think the car could sit a tad bit lower.... but other than that, Tamiya nailed this one.... If I build another one, I think I will grind the inside of the hatch on both sides before paint and it should widen the non-existent tolerances....

DaveT

what a build here..!! Really nice.. hope to get my enzo done up soon

Ro

Another awesome build from you Dave :bigthumb: . I have one of these going right now but it will be no where near this detailed. I'll use the Tamiya PE set but it'll be lucky to get any CF decaling...:grinno:

Another awesome build from you Dave :bigthumb: . I have one of these going right now but it will be no where near this detailed. I'll use the Tamiya PE set but it'll be lucky to get any CF decaling...:grinno:

I have no doubt it will be super clean though Eric.. one nice thing about the PE set is all the mesh is the exact size of the appropriate openings... no cutting up mesh!!!! I cant wait to see yours...

Thanks again all of you....

DaveT

Not a bad idea!! But the thought of gluing the doors and trunk shut..... I dont know if I could do it.....

The kit is a superb kit, but the trunk could have fit better, and I think the car could sit a tad bit lower.... but other than that, Tamiya nailed this one.... If I build another one, I think I will grind the inside of the hatch on both sides before paint and it should widen the non-existent tolerances....

DaveT

Well sorry for you but it would be useful for each other: thanks a lot.

such a great looking model, I love it!!! Any plans on the next build?

Fantastic Job !

Great looking results.

Regarding the engine cover fitment, I found that the inner fenders and the open vents in the engine cover itself have interferences and need to be shaved down to get the cover to fit properly.

Great looking results.

Regarding the engine cover fitment, I found that the inner fenders and the open vents in the engine cover itself have interferences and need to be shaved down to get the cover to fit properly.

And that probably would not look to good... I remember having a conversation in 2004 with you about yours and that was one of the reasons you closed yours up.

Thanks!!!

DaveT

:bigthumb: WOW!!!!! Amazing car! I want one!!!!!

Looks great Dave. I just put the engine cover on my Enzo so I know where your at. Nice to see an FXX finished, was starting to think they were unbuildable.

Mike

Nice to see an FXX finished, was starting to think they were unbuildable.

If anyone can build an unbuildable, it's Dave.
Said it before, I'm loving this car! Great job!

Wow! Speechless. Very nice built there! Makes me wanna add this to my line up of cars to be built for the year. I like the additional attention to details of the hoses from the radiators and the suspension.:smokin:

Hey skylinefan what bolts are they for the bottom of the car and also what type of cf is this, brand and like black on pewter??

Cheers mate and a top notch build!

Hope mines half as good!

Hey skylinefan what bolts are they for the bottom of the car and also what type of cf is this, brand and like black on pewter??

Cheers mate and a top notch build!

Hope mines half as good!

The bolts on the bottom of the car are from Pro Tech I believe they are .030 Phto etch bolts. The CF is scale motorsport 1/24 Twill weave pattern decals...

Thanks!

DaveT

I must say, not only are your building skills superior, but so are your photography skills.

Beautiful!! really nice CF work too

I think I'm just going to stare in amazement on this one...there are no words that I can think of that represents such greatness. Thank you very much for sharing! =D

Hello All,
I admire this model greatly and have a few questions on the build, What products did you use to make the engine hoses with? Please advise manufacturer and parts used if you would be so kind to share this information? Also if their is other specific details that you have added from detail kits available or you created please share!

I have been gathering the bits and pieces and detail kits to complete this same model and I am rather new at the super detailing of engine bays and using photo etched parts as well.

I purchased a more detailed PE kit from Hiroboy for this model and a Enzo carbon fiber template kit from Scale motors hoping it will cross fit this FXX.

Having limited expierence with PE parts is their a particular way of adhesion to the model I should be aware of?

I am not new to modelling, I have been building car models for more then 30 years now, unusual for a woman I have been told so many times before.... My latest home I was lucky to include a hobby room for both construction and display.

This FXX kit will be the most involved (and most expensive as I keep adding detail kits!) I have made to date so I would really like to learn all I can to reproduce this fine example shown here. Any and all help in doing so will be greatly appreciated!

Regards,

Laura,
aka-speedracergirl

Hello All,
I admire this model greatly and have a few questions on the build, What products did you use to make the engine hoses with? Please advise manufacturer and parts used if you would be so kind to share this information? Also if their is other specific details that you have added from detail kits available or you created please share!

I have been gathering the bits and pieces and detail kits to complete this same model and I am rather new at the super detailing of engine bays and using photo etched parts as well.

I purchased a more detailed PE kit from Hiroboy for this model and a Enzo carbon fiber template kit from Scale motors hoping it will cross fit this FXX.

Having limited expierence with PE parts is their a particular way of adhesion to the model I should be aware of?

I am not new to modelling, I have been building car models for more then 30 years now, unusual for a woman I have been told so many times before.... My latest home I was lucky to include a hobby room for both construction and display.

This FXX kit will be the most involved (and most expensive as I keep adding detail kits!) I have made to date so I would really like to learn all I can to reproduce this fine example shown here. Any and all help in doing so will be greatly appreciated!

Regards,

Laura,
aka-speedracergirl

Thank you, here is the WIP thread that should answer your questions...

http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=690044

DaveT

Thanks for the link, that helps me.

One last question. Where can I find these products you used here in the USA? My local hobby shop is limited in thier scale modelling supplies and while he will order most anything his suppliers carry, his suppliers don't seem to carry much!

I have placed an order with Hiroboy and SMS but I am hoping to avoid placing another order with hiroboy to save on overseas shipping charges if I can find a online dealer of supplies similiar to what hiroboy carries and will have all the items that you have used to make this build.

SO may I ask where you and others go to shop for detail up parts?

Regards,
Speedracergirl

Thanks for the link, that helps me.

One last question. Where can I find these products you used here in the USA? My local hobby shop is limited in thier scale modelling supplies and while he will order most anything his suppliers carry, his suppliers don't seem to carry much!

I have placed an order with Hiroboy and SMS but I am hoping to avoid placing another order with hiroboy to save on overseas shipping charges if I can find a online dealer of supplies similiar to what hiroboy carries and will have all the items that you have used to make this build.

SO may I ask where you and others go to shop for detail up parts?

Regards,
Speedracergirl

Here is where I get my parts from.

Braided line and fittings:

http://protechmodelparts.com/

All Photoetch and other parts:

http://www.stradasportsstore.com/