2009 Peugeot 908: The Lions roar to Le Mans glory

[fola]

dont mean to butrt in here, but Renaissance has Just released the LM2009
version of the 908 and I think it looks pretty good... will surly be getting one!!







fola

[Spike2933]

damn I should've waited for Renaissance kit

that version looks alot cleaner than S27's although the side vent is from there Qualifying trim.

the race has the full side vent open for cooling,

[fola]

Originally Posted by Spike2933

damn I should've waited for Renaissance kit
that version looks alot cleaner than S27's although the side vent is from there Qualifying trim.
the race has the full side vent open for cooling,

Yes it does LOOK cleaner, lets wait and see what the real thing is like ;-)
I still think your WIP is great and completed it will be a fantastic model!

Keep it up!

Fola
you have a picture of the "Open side vent" vs closed? or do you mean that "1/2 Cover"

[Spike2933]

Originally Posted by fola

Yes it does LOOK cleaner, lets wait and see what the real thing is like ;-)
I still think your WIP is great and completed it will be a fantastic model!

Keep it up!

Fola
you have a picture of the "Open side vent" vs closed? or do you mean that "1/2 Cover"

the half cover, in the race itself, the cover was not on, so leave it off for the race version.

I just like how the Renaissance version is just more properly done instead of S27, although the one little problem I've seen with some of the instructions on the kit is some of the pieces like the mirror supports, steering wheel, and a few other pieces that are not suppose to be photoetched and that thin.

I'll be able to get a few pics of what the inside looks atleast from the directions

[Spike2933]

a big thanks to Mike for the rear diffuser pics so I can remake the correct version



yeah got bored so I jumped on the model and did something for once, Now that I've seen the Renaissance directions, I can get working on the Cockpit.

cheers,
Steve

[Spike2933]

ok finally made some progress on the interior, no where near 100% perfect as S27 used the 2007 chassis "which was prolly still wrong also" I went off as few of the references I had and followed some of the Renaissance-Models instructions on their 908 kit.

anyway I still like it






cheers,
Steve

[Spike2933]

finally the cockpit is just about finished, have to add some wiring after its put onto the body.

its is no where near 100% accurate thanks to S27, I obviously did the best I could. I hope everyone enjoys the look of the car so far.

The Steering wheel was modified with more buttons.







cheers,
Steve

[Spike2933]

and so it begins, I will post pics once its complete





cheers,
Steve

[da_ashman]

Looking good so far, great detail on the cockpit, did you use Top studios electrical connectors? That main body panel looks like its going to take awhile, i feel your pain. My FXX monoque is a pain to CF. Cant wait to see what it looks like!!

[Spike2933]

Originally Posted by da_ashman

Looking good so far, great detail on the cockpit, did you use Top studios electrical connectors? That main body panel looks like its going to take awhile, i feel your pain. My FXX monoque is a pain to CF. Cant wait to see what it looks like!!

yes the connectors are from Top Studio. but so far the CF has been working great, although SMS sort of changed the color on their newer decals of 1024, its not as metallic as the last and it shows, but still looks good

[Twowheelsrule]

I think the Peugeot 908 is a cool looking car and you are doing a nice job on it!

Mark

[klutz_100]

Nicely done, Steve

Another super project coming along nicely. Looking forward to seeing it come together.

[da_ashman]

Originally Posted by Spike2933

yes the connectors are from Top Studio. but so far the CF has been working great, although SMS sort of changed the color on their newer decals of 1024, its not as metallic as the last and it shows, but still looks good

Yes ive noticed that too!!! i was doing a piece on my FXX then went to get a offcut from my composites pile, & the old Cf was alot more silver, i checked the numbers at the bottom & they were the same but completelty different. I do prefer the new darker CF it looks alot more realistic upclose.

[Spike2933]

thanks Mark and Steve for the compliments, after 2 days of work so far, all that is left is the rear bonnet, the cockpit, and the kevlar rear tire wells. and so far everything this is looking great, very little cracks so far and everything smooth, it might be too good to be true

cheers,
Steve

[freakmech]

Dont jinx yourself now! LOL. This is coming along fantastic! Great to watch this build though i think I might hold out for the Renaissance kit. Cant wait to see this one finished!