Orange 7 WIP

[tonioseven]

Originally Posted by mikemechanic

I've not tried the high-def decals yet (I do have some), anything I need to know?
Mike.

They respond well to a hairdryer . Mark, it's a terrific build as always to be expected of you.

[Scale-Master]

If you can handle the traditional SMS C/F decals, these will pose no problems. I think they are easier to work with... - Mark

[Scale-Master]

The “floor” of the trunk was decaled with the same SMS Kevlar as the floor panels, but instead of decaling both sides, the bottom was treated to a couple coats of Faux Fabrix to simulate a rubberized coating like the rear bulkhead.





For the top side, first a base coat of semi gloss tan was sprayed on, (just as was done on the floor panels.)



Once the decal was applied, a thin coat of the 50/50 Clearcote mixture was applied to seal it. Then a couple drops of Tamiya Clear Yellow and Smoke were added to the mix and lightly sprayed on to tint the Kevlar a tad bit darker so it would look like it was coated with an opaque material on the other side.

[mikemechanic]

Originally Posted by Scale-Master

If you can handle the traditional SMS C/F decals, these will pose no problems. I think they are easier to work with... - Mark

Thanks Mark.

I am really enjoying the updates. This is one kit that I never bought, was always just outside my price range. Although after watching your build-up(s) I might have to bite the bullet.

Mike.

[Scale-Master]

They are nice kits. But the techniques I'm using can be used on any model...

The driveshaft was covered in SMS Plain Weave C/F #1420. The textured pumpkin is painted and installed too.



The front of the engine is almost done…



The wheels are next... - Mark

[Mr. Me.]

so you want to say that engine works(or turns, i don`t know)? hope you understood me

[rod_k2]

HOLY SCREW!!! That's awesomingly-preetyfull phat!!! (sorry,no word can define it...)

[Scale-Master]

The wheels were not aggressive enough looking being just plain silver.



Tamiya Semi Gloss Black was brushed on to accent the centers and the bead of the rim was brushed Tamiya Red. A clear gloss coat was airbrushed over that.



The tread of the tires were scuffed with some 320 grit dry sandpaper before mounting them on the rims.

The hub caps were decaled with SMS Plain weave C/F #1420 and a custom Scale-Master decal was made for the center logo on each cap.

[deltableh]

Looks WICKED... again.

[mikemechanic]

Excellent Mark. Some great brushing skills. I can never get Tamiya paints to brush very nice, any tips you'd like to share?

Mike.

[Scale-Master]

I can never get Tamiya paints to brush very nice, any tips you'd like to share?

Foremost, use a good brush. And keep the paint wet. The acrylics tend to dry and clump quickly. Avoid painting over the freshly painted areas. Two coats are often easier than trying to do one before it starts drying.

[Scale-Master]

The interior panels were sprayed first with Tamiya Gray, and then Tamiya Smoke.

SMS Elephant Hide Pattern #1976 was used to create a textured effect similar to the molded pattern on the dash.

[andrew landon]

insane man. this makes me want to cry and cut myself, and i hate emo people unless they have a reason. this makes my superamerica wip look like crap.

[Scale-Master]

Been at it some more...

The driveshaft tunnel was painted semi gloss black before the SMS C/F decals were applied.



A mix of patterns were used to busy it up a bit. SMS #1420 is the predominant pattern, with some #1512, #1520 and SMCF112. After sealing the decals with the clear cote, I airbrushed the edges transparent black to force some shadows.

The shifter assembly was machined from aluminum and the kit’s boot was used, albeit mounted in a different way than called out in the instructions.





I can almost feel the gears engaging now... Of course more to come, and soon... - Mark

[mike@af]

Wow Mark, that looks real. I do have a question as I'm not familiar with the P/N's for SMS. What is the carbon pictured in the last photo on top at the far left, the 2/2 Twill carbon? I'll need that for my project.