C-West RX 7 ***in progress***
lotus_man
11-24-2002, 10:44 AM
Hi, heres a few pics of the C-West car. It's almost done, bar the chasis and final detailing. I love how the color came out, but I'm about to strip it and try again because I'm not happy with the surface prep I did...
http://freespace.virgin.net/johnc.freeride/images/Img_0608.jpg
http://freespace.virgin.net/johnc.freeride/images/Img_0609.jpg
http://freespace.virgin.net/johnc.freeride/images/Img_0610.jpg
http://freespace.virgin.net/johnc.freeride/images/Img_0608.jpg
http://freespace.virgin.net/johnc.freeride/images/Img_0609.jpg
http://freespace.virgin.net/johnc.freeride/images/Img_0610.jpg
supratuner
11-24-2002, 10:48 AM
damn thats nice
tell me what u think of my accord GTR in the thread
tell me what u think of my accord GTR in the thread
Diesel2NR
11-24-2002, 10:54 AM
What type of paint is that? Color and Manufacturer? I like it a lot. What makes you so unhappy with it?? Looks good.
tonioseven
11-24-2002, 11:10 AM
I think it's awesome so far!!!:cool: :cool: :cool:
Suislide
11-24-2002, 11:12 AM
*phew* for a second there, i thought someone else was doing a yellow C-West! yours looks good, i like the color. mine will be yellow with black wheels, but i need to strip it as i did horrible surface prep too...massive orange peel.
Integra14
11-24-2002, 11:14 AM
That is an incredible color, it kind of looks like that Car in a magazine i have,
[S]ky|ine
11-24-2002, 11:44 AM
Looks good with that orange colour!!! Can i have some front view pics???:D
lotus_man
11-24-2002, 11:46 AM
Ah, the color. It's turning into my worst nightmare!!!
The base coat is a custom mix of Tamiya Orange, yellow and red with flat base so it goes on satin. The next five coats are tamiy clear mixed with Wave Yellow Pearl, and the following Pearl-Ex pigments - Interference Gold, Brilliant Gold and a little Sparkle Gold. It doesn't show up that well in the photos, under good sunlight it's sort of like Labourgini Califonia Orange, but way brighter. Those photos we taken in doors so it's a bit dull. It top it off with Tamiya clear.
Problem is... the first time I got it on perfect, then rubbed through it while polishing (doh :( ), so off it went to see Mr Brake Fluid. This time it all went fine, but there are some pearl 'tide marks' in the clear caot where I shot it to heavy, so tommorow it will be off to the stripping tank again. Third times a charm!!!
The base coat is a custom mix of Tamiya Orange, yellow and red with flat base so it goes on satin. The next five coats are tamiy clear mixed with Wave Yellow Pearl, and the following Pearl-Ex pigments - Interference Gold, Brilliant Gold and a little Sparkle Gold. It doesn't show up that well in the photos, under good sunlight it's sort of like Labourgini Califonia Orange, but way brighter. Those photos we taken in doors so it's a bit dull. It top it off with Tamiya clear.
Problem is... the first time I got it on perfect, then rubbed through it while polishing (doh :( ), so off it went to see Mr Brake Fluid. This time it all went fine, but there are some pearl 'tide marks' in the clear caot where I shot it to heavy, so tommorow it will be off to the stripping tank again. Third times a charm!!!
flyonthewall
11-24-2002, 01:52 PM
That's going to look stunning when complete!
Diesel2NR
11-24-2002, 03:53 PM
Damn! That's a lot of mixing. Looks nice on my computer though. I can't wait to see it finished, hopefully in sunlight.
fullbloodchop01
11-24-2002, 04:10 PM
:flash: LOOKS SICK:flash:
did those rims come with the kit:confused:
did those rims come with the kit:confused:
Honoturtle
11-24-2002, 05:36 PM
The Color looks awesome, I like it! Can't wait to see that thing done!
maxhogblom
11-24-2002, 07:34 PM
Looking sweet!! sorry about the your paint mistakes, looks good on my computer tho!:smoka:
RyanGiorgio
11-24-2002, 07:57 PM
What color did you use! It looks like a goldish-orange yellow shiny paint.
Suislide
11-24-2002, 08:33 PM
yes those rims came with the kit.
lotus_man: did you lower it at all? it looks lower then mine...and did you do the same thing as fly did with his on the side pieces of the body-kit, because they don't seem to be sticking out as much as mine do.
fly: what the hell became of your C-West RX-7?? i was anxiousley looking forward to it being done!
lotus_man: did you lower it at all? it looks lower then mine...and did you do the same thing as fly did with his on the side pieces of the body-kit, because they don't seem to be sticking out as much as mine do.
fly: what the hell became of your C-West RX-7?? i was anxiousley looking forward to it being done!
Purpura Delujo
11-25-2002, 03:42 AM
That looks phat! I can't see anything wrong with the paint from those pics either, but you are the one who is closer to it! I hope third time is a charm! Keep those pics coming! Can't wait to see this finished
magicmanjk808
11-25-2002, 04:10 AM
i love the color of the paint. hopefully it'll turn out to your liking the third time. looking forward to seeing more progress pics. :D
flyonthewall
11-25-2002, 05:18 AM
Originally posted by S13_Iketani
fly: what the hell became of your C-West RX-7?? i was anxiousley looking forward to it being done!
I've not been working on it, as mention in the original thread, i kinda got side tracked from other stuff doing it so reqular updates were not to be expected. Plan was to do it out of box - apart from the corrections - but i hadn't realised it didn't have the correct hood, so i want to make one and add it to my parts. I have also been giving some thought into making a decal set for the proper racing version but not made final decision on that, not sure it will be worth it???
fly: what the hell became of your C-West RX-7?? i was anxiousley looking forward to it being done!
I've not been working on it, as mention in the original thread, i kinda got side tracked from other stuff doing it so reqular updates were not to be expected. Plan was to do it out of box - apart from the corrections - but i hadn't realised it didn't have the correct hood, so i want to make one and add it to my parts. I have also been giving some thought into making a decal set for the proper racing version but not made final decision on that, not sure it will be worth it???
lotus_man
11-25-2002, 11:23 AM
Thanks for the kind words. It's encouraging me to get the paint right this time!
Those are the kit rims, it looks lower 'cause it's resting on them, I might lower it a bit, but the body extensions make it look quite low anyway. I may also change the rims, not sure they look that good in gold.
Props go to Chris (FOTW), the body was modded following his excellent tips, I think it makes a big improvement.
If anyone has any side view photos of the car un lowered, I'd love to see them...
Those are the kit rims, it looks lower 'cause it's resting on them, I might lower it a bit, but the body extensions make it look quite low anyway. I may also change the rims, not sure they look that good in gold.
Props go to Chris (FOTW), the body was modded following his excellent tips, I think it makes a big improvement.
If anyone has any side view photos of the car un lowered, I'd love to see them...
hiver77
11-25-2002, 02:14 PM
Originally posted by flyonthewall
I've not been working on it, as mention in the original thread, i kinda got side tracked from other stuff doing it so reqular updates were not to be expected. Plan was to do it out of box - apart from the corrections - but i hadn't realised it didn't have the correct hood, so i want to make one and add it to my parts. I have also been giving some thought into making a decal set for the proper racing version but not made final decision on that, not sure it will be worth it???
If the hood is holding you back, maybe this pic will set things in motion :D
http://files.automotiveforums.com/uploads/922387rx7fdcwest5.jpg
Notice the hood.
I've not been working on it, as mention in the original thread, i kinda got side tracked from other stuff doing it so reqular updates were not to be expected. Plan was to do it out of box - apart from the corrections - but i hadn't realised it didn't have the correct hood, so i want to make one and add it to my parts. I have also been giving some thought into making a decal set for the proper racing version but not made final decision on that, not sure it will be worth it???
If the hood is holding you back, maybe this pic will set things in motion :D
http://files.automotiveforums.com/uploads/922387rx7fdcwest5.jpg
Notice the hood.
primera man
11-25-2002, 03:22 PM
Darn....how did i miss this thread !!!
That is going to be one "kick arse " looking kit when done.
PMan will be watching this thread from now on ;)
That is going to be one "kick arse " looking kit when done.
PMan will be watching this thread from now on ;)
flyonthewall
11-25-2002, 04:41 PM
Originally posted by hiver77
If the hood is holding you back, maybe this pic will set things in motion :D
Yes, i guess that is one option.
If the hood is holding you back, maybe this pic will set things in motion :D
Yes, i guess that is one option.
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