Hi guys,
This is the 4th model I've ever built, but it's my first serious attempt at body modifications.
The first three had special wheels and were dropped, but that was pretty much it. They were all gifts to my friends, I don't think I still have pictures of them.
I bought a batch of models for Xmas to lat me through 2011 and decided to start with the Fujimi 964. I've also bought some "Porsche Type Oz Wheels", no idea which actual Oz wheels are though...
First though when I got them out of the packaging: these are going to be a tight fit. Boy, was I wrong
, the rear wheels were way wider that the rear end so I had to widen the fenders.
I used some arches from a body kit, some Tamiya epoxy to fit them and then added some basic putty to fill in the gaps and sand down everything. I'm still new at this so I avoided building from scratch as getting the wheel archer perfectly symmetrical would have been a pain. Hopefully my skills will improve and I'll get this to look good at the end.
I'm also glad that this kit gets rid of the only thing I don't like about 964s: the wheel cutout. The added kit is nice and round and brings that tight stance that is so popular today
After I finish up with the wheel arches, I'll add a duck-tail. The interior will bring another first for me: a scratch built rollcage. That ugly steering wheel will have to go and be replaced by a nicer 993 GT2 3 spoke wheel.
For paint, I'm going to try using something crazy, like a dark flat purple. Not really sure yet...