WIP: 1/20 Jordan EJ10

[SeanyG]

So after all this time in modeling this is my first full resin build from scratch. I did build the Williams FW12 not so long ago but that was a transkit using Tamiya's FW13B as a major donor kit so I am not counting that.

Out of the box this is the most basic kit I have built. I know I go on a bit too much sometimes how poor these resin kits are in terms of value for money but lets look at this way.

There is no engine, the white metal parts are extremely rough AT BEST, the resin mould is knowhere near as detailed as plastic shells, most parts require twice as much cleanup as their plastic counterparts, there is very little if none at all cockpit detail (no seatbelts for instance), the tyres are hopeless and inaccurate (I have had to order a new set) and lastly but best of all we have to fork out nearly £100 to buy one, where is the logic in that I ask you?

So anyway, phew... enough already... and on with the kit. This is actually one of the cheapest resin kits I could find when I first decided to buy one of these devils in box, it cost me £59 including shipping. It is made by the company Treasure Hunt who I am reliably informed are pretty decent... hmmm!

Here's what you get...



This pic was taken after I flattened and straightened 4 of the suspension arms out (petrified they were going to snap), I have since discovered that the front wing was indeed broken and is now in two parts

So where to start, first up was the shell, all the sanding and cleaning I did outside as on top of everything else we have to deal with the resin is harmful if inhaled too much. I also added the two white metal winglets and have started the considerable filling job required to get these seamless which they will have to be. I also drilled out the two exhaust outlets and will replace the non-existent ones with some alu tubing later.



The majority of the suspension arms were all spayed semi-gloss black and I have sanded and cleaned these also ready for a second final coat. The black will also act as a base for the CF decals to go on the wings etc.



finally and again after a lot of clean up and reshaping to enable the shell and base to meet up neatly, I primed and sprayed this semi gloss black. I am not going to CF the bottom but will do for the exposed areas on top and for the sides. I have also painted the 'plank' in the same way I did for my old Ferrari 310B build.



I am sure this build will be worthwhile in the end however, it is a stunning colour scheme but I am at a loss sometimes when it comes to these resin kits. I will shut up my whinging for the rest of the thread now I promise!!!

[manu80]

hey no resin kit, no jordan EJ10 11 12 13 14 ....
Good luck on this one.

[Veyron]

Is that kit by Club M? I have a EJ10 kit by them.

The most important step is to pre-fit all of your suspension and set your ride height. It's best glue all of your suspension together after you've bent all the attachment points for the ride height. Also it's better to paint the suspension after you've done all that. On setting the ride height get a good idea of how low the front wing will hang too.

Of course you'll have to drill all the holes where the suspension attaches first.

[Decs0105]

Have fun with your first resin kit!
I love the way you paint the "planks", great work. Looking forward to seeing more...opcorn:

[indy1977tx]

Here, this might help you - Bil's a great guy and exceptional builder!
http://members.shaw.ca/motorsportsin...10_BuildUp.htm

Nice to see a Jordan and a Buzzin Hornet scheme to boot - my favorite of all their cars!

Jordan

[SeanyG]

thanks for your encouragements guys. I am just waiting for the Mr Hobby paint (care of Hiroboy), new replacement tyres (care of F1 Specialties) and some C/F Decal to arrive before I can go any further. Will add the latest pics later tonight.

[stevenoble]

Originally Posted by SeanyG

I am just waiting for the Mr Hobby paint (care of Hiroboy)

Some nice work so far.The plank looks excellent, such a nice finish.I look forward to seeing how this Mr Hobby paint applies!!! I've heard only good things about it.

[Macio4ever]

I did EJ10 by Revell. That's crap
Looking good so far. Resin kits are challenging but on the other hand - usually it is the only way to build particular model.

[SeanyG]

Originally Posted by Veyron

Is that kit by Club M? I have a EJ10 kit by them.

The most important step is to pre-fit all of your suspension and set your ride height. It's best glue all of your suspension together after you've bent all the attachment points for the ride height. Also it's better to paint the suspension after you've done all that. On setting the ride height get a good idea of how low the front wing will hang too.

Of course you'll have to drill all the holes where the suspension attaches first.

Hi Veyron,

Thanks for the info. No the kit is by Treasure Hunt, I have another too - the Williams FW22, I hoping that kit is going to be better than this one, although it seems I have been unlucky as several guys over at F1M have built this kit and have had none of the problems I've had... just my luck

[Veyron]

Originally Posted by SeanyG

Hi Veyron,

Thanks for the info. No the kit is by Treasure Hunt, I have another too - the Williams FW22, I hoping that kit is going to be better than this one, although it seems I have been unlucky as several guys over at F1M have built this kit and have had none of the problems I've had... just my luck

That's right...mine is by Treasure Hunt too.

Back in the day there were so many little garage resin casters I can't remember them all.

[SeanyG]

a little update while I'm waiting for the paint and decals...

wheel and seat are finished, I added a little detail to the wheel to make it look more like the lifesize version, the white metal one in the kit is basic. I used Scale Motorsport hardware for the belts and added the communications cable for the driver's helmet.











more to come again soon and thanks for following

[SeanyG]

guys, a bit of advice please...

I have received the Mr Color paint but it looks a little thick straight out of the bottle, what is best to use to thin it? I have both enamel and acryllic thinners!

[stevenoble]

Sean, I think this is the proper thinner.

http://www.hiroboy.com/catalog/produ...roducts_id=423

However I have thinned it with normal lacquer thinner, the stuff like the base coat thinner from Zero and this worked just as well.

[SeanyG]

Originally Posted by stevenoble

Sean, I think this is the proper thinner.

http://www.hiroboy.com/catalog/produ...roducts_id=423

However I have thinned it with normal lacquer thinner, the stuff like the base coat thinner from Zero and this worked just as well.

thanks Steve, will pick up some lacquer thinner from Hiroboy next week, Im guessing that both my enamel and acryllic thinners will be useless? Thought Id ask before I go wasting any of the paint!!!

[SeanyG]

ps.

and on a seperate subject I just wanna say thankyou to the guys who have said hello to me through my guestbook on my site, your encouragements and very very kind words are thoroughly appreciated... and yes a full detail build is on its way soon again!