Mazda RX-7 FD3S Triple Build

[bombervince]

While I re-arrange my model kits, I found this kit, a Fujimi FD3S in the anime "initial-D" that I got it from my friend in SG some times ago. the body is still ok but the chassis is not. The suspension is damaged during the modification done. I love this body so much that i first thought of opening one of my Fujimi FD stash and use the Chassis only.

After some consideration, I decided to build both, using the new kit as a guide to rebuild the damaged Chassis.

Ok, enough of talking and here's some pic.


this is how the body looks when I got the kit.


sanded smooth


My own way of strengthen the joining, CA glue + tissue paper, layer by layer


Result after priming and re-scribe of some panel lines


sprayed with Gaiya gloss black

Thanks for viewing. If any pf you out there have a Fuimi FD chassis to let go do drop me a pm.

Thanks.

[scaleseal]

great looking start, I love it. I have a question about the front fenders. what body kit would that be representing? I went to a D1 drift event in southern CA once and saw the same treatment on one of the cars there. would that fender sorta go over the factory fender? closest thing i have seen that style....how it just sorta ends at the door with that 'gap' (not sure if that is the right word for it) is on a DTM style race car. Keep up the great work and thanks for any help clearing up my question. I will be following this build!!!!

[bombervince]

Originally Posted by scaleseal

great looking start, I love it. I have a question about the front fenders. what body kit would that be representing? I went to a D1 drift event in southern CA once and saw the same treatment on one of the cars there. would that fender sorta go over the factory fender? closest thing i have seen that style....how it just sorta ends at the door with that 'gap' (not sure if that is the right word for it) is on a DTM style race car. Keep up the great work and thanks for any help clearing up my question. I will be following this build!!!!

It's a RE Amemiya body style

[bombervince]

Some small progress..


since the rear suspension is damaged beyond repair, I manage to fine a set of 4 Brembo brake system from my spare part storage. It's from Aoshima VIP cars


Another hole were drilled to fit in the front absorbers, only bit of trimming will make the parts fit in.

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the rear suspension fitted, absorbers later


the modified rear suspension and the stock ones.


here's the final ride height setting for my Project "D" FD3S

that's all for today, thanks for viewing

[autodecepticon]

Nice Vince!

[scaleseal]

wow thats amazing. great progress!!

[bombervince]

done another round of fine sanding before the 2nd layer of gloss black


The Type-RS body were sanded smooth and holes for rear view mirror drilled.


Some spoon that I sprayed earlier, using it for color sample.

[bombervince]

The formula of my Metallic Candy Magenta.


the body after the final layer of gloss black treatment




Sprayed with Mr Hobby Diamond Silver


Did some extra paint sample, so which one you guys this is the best for the FD Type-RS?
Color from top:
1. Alclad II Polished Aluminum + Arrows Flourecent Red
2. Mr Hobby Diamond Silver + Gaia Primary Magenta
3. Alclad II Chrome + Mr. Hobby Clear Blue
4. Alclad II Stainless Steel + Gaia Primary Green

[JeremyJon]

great paint work, looking forward to seeing them completed! liking the magenta for a display model, it really pops, the green is a nice choice also! bravo!

[bombervince]

I begin the spray with thin layers, and then repeat till the whole car is covered evenly.

The magenta layer is finally done, here's the result. the surface is still not glossy yet, so clear coating will be the next step.







a photo-shoot with my another WIP, Initial D R-34 GTR
thanks for viewing, C&C are always welcome.

[HondaSan72]

Absolutely beautiful!! Love the color choice. Thanks for the awesome painting guide! KUTGW!!

[da_ashman]

Love that colour!!!!! Wow!!!!

[scaleseal]

wow....these build are super helpful!!!! as for the FD Type RS version, i would go with "3. Alclad II Chrome + Mr. Hobby Clear Blue". Really like the comparison between the different Alclad II finishes, I see those at hobby store, have been using metalizer....but wow think i will be switching. keep posting those pictures....very helpful.

[bombervince]

The version with gunze clear blue is very nice, I will use it on My Aoshima FD3S 98'

Ok, bit of progress yesterday.

1. The Magenta FD is sprayed with her first layer of Gunze Super Clear III
2. As for the FD3S Type RS, I sprayed with a custom mix "Metallic pearl florescent lime green"

Formula as below
1. Mr Hobby Diamond Silver - 50%
2. Arrow Clear Yellow - 35%
3. Gaiya primary color green - 5%
4. Gaiya primary color yellow - 7%
5. Gaiya florescent green - 3%

and the result.... this is a one time finish personally I think it's bit too yellow and the "metallic" effect is lesser compared to the 2-step painting method of the Magenta FD.

[nugundam93]

wow. those are two beautiful FDs!