Product Announcements • 1/12 Renault RS11 and RE23 parts at Shapeways
Hi all,
It's been a while, actually a few years, since I managed to buy a 1/12 Renault RE20 from Tamiya, and I started this project of making the parts for the conversion for the 1979 RS11 - the French GP winning car, driven by Jean-Pierre Jabouille. I gradually 3D scanned the parts of the kit, and modeled based on the reference material I have gathered, which I found was never enough.
I must warn you that it took some deduction to arrive at the format of at least three details. I only found a photo of the base of the oil tank completely unimpeded, and even then only on the right side. The turbo air intake, which went under a grille, was also what I understood after studying many pictures. The top of the fuel tank, which is different on the 1979 car, also needed a better photo than the ones I got.
Recently I thought it was good to consider the project as finished and upload the pieces to my shop at Shapeways. As you will notice, unfortunately, the total value of the set of parts is much higher than I would like to be. And it has some limitations. Large parts, such as the cowling, due to their size and to keep the price within a reasonable range, have to be offered in a material that is not ideal, the "Gray PA12", which will require some sanding work to get a completely smooth surface. Smaller parts can be printed on "Smooth Fine Detail Plastic", which allows them to be used without further processing.
Even though I was disappointed by the high price that Shapeways charges for the service, in the end I decided to put the parts up for sale, after all it may be that someone really wants to make this car, or it may be that the smaller parts contribute to an ongoing project.
Since I was making the RS11 version, I took some more time and also made the cowling and the front wheels and tires for the car used by Jabouille in Austria, in 1980, an easier adaptation than for the 1979 car.
Please note that all parts are meant only for Tamiya's kit, as I don't have either Protar/Italeri or Heller versions to be able to make the necessary measurements and adaptations.
Well, I hope these pieces will come in handy. I'm going to take a break from very extensive conversions like this and work on some already started projects of specific parts for 1/20 and 1/12 kits.
If you are interested, the parts are available at the 1/12 section of my shop: https://www.shapeways.com/shops/smirkof ... 1%2F12&s=0
Thank you all for your attention.
Smirkoff
It's been a while, actually a few years, since I managed to buy a 1/12 Renault RE20 from Tamiya, and I started this project of making the parts for the conversion for the 1979 RS11 - the French GP winning car, driven by Jean-Pierre Jabouille. I gradually 3D scanned the parts of the kit, and modeled based on the reference material I have gathered, which I found was never enough.
I must warn you that it took some deduction to arrive at the format of at least three details. I only found a photo of the base of the oil tank completely unimpeded, and even then only on the right side. The turbo air intake, which went under a grille, was also what I understood after studying many pictures. The top of the fuel tank, which is different on the 1979 car, also needed a better photo than the ones I got.
Recently I thought it was good to consider the project as finished and upload the pieces to my shop at Shapeways. As you will notice, unfortunately, the total value of the set of parts is much higher than I would like to be. And it has some limitations. Large parts, such as the cowling, due to their size and to keep the price within a reasonable range, have to be offered in a material that is not ideal, the "Gray PA12", which will require some sanding work to get a completely smooth surface. Smaller parts can be printed on "Smooth Fine Detail Plastic", which allows them to be used without further processing.
Even though I was disappointed by the high price that Shapeways charges for the service, in the end I decided to put the parts up for sale, after all it may be that someone really wants to make this car, or it may be that the smaller parts contribute to an ongoing project.
Since I was making the RS11 version, I took some more time and also made the cowling and the front wheels and tires for the car used by Jabouille in Austria, in 1980, an easier adaptation than for the 1979 car.
Please note that all parts are meant only for Tamiya's kit, as I don't have either Protar/Italeri or Heller versions to be able to make the necessary measurements and adaptations.
Well, I hope these pieces will come in handy. I'm going to take a break from very extensive conversions like this and work on some already started projects of specific parts for 1/20 and 1/12 kits.
If you are interested, the parts are available at the 1/12 section of my shop: https://www.shapeways.com/shops/smirkof ... 1%2F12&s=0
Thank you all for your attention.
Smirkoff
Statistics: Posted by smirkoff — Wed Sep 21, 2022 7:21 pm — Replies 2 — Views 52
IndyCar • Lola T93/00 (Mansell) reference available
Here you go:
https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/hn22 ... 00/1271190
Download before it gets sold.
Or just buy it. It will be much simpler.
https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/hn22 ... 00/1271190
Download before it gets sold.
Or just buy it. It will be much simpler.
Statistics: Posted by BMW — Wed Sep 21, 2022 4:48 pm — Replies 0 — Views 37
Questions • At which races did the P34 have a holy seat? ..well a seat with holes anyway
Hello!
So, the question is as above:
At some race the Tyrrell P34 had a a seat with lots and lots of holes.
In which races was this seat used?
I do not have enough references to see this.
So, the question is as above:
At some race the Tyrrell P34 had a a seat with lots and lots of holes.
In which races was this seat used?
I do not have enough references to see this.
Statistics: Posted by BMW — Wed Sep 21, 2022 12:30 pm — Replies 1 — Views 77
For Sale • Hiro Garage Ferrari 512 BB Le Mans 1979 and 1980 Transkit
HI,
I am selling rare Transkits from the Japanese Hiro Garage to make the Ferrari 512 BB Le Mans 1979 (sponsor 3M) and Le Mans 1980 (sponsor European University) Euro 70 + Shipping (for each Tk).
Both transkits are for Tamiya Ferrari Testarossa base in 1/24 scale TA 24059, possibly available at the price of Euro 50 per kit + shipping.
The Transkits are composed as follows:
Bodywork and various accessories in finely crafted resin
Rubber wheels with resin rims
Thermoformed acetate glazing.
Decals to reproduce the Le Mans versions.
Regards,
Giovanni La Rosa
giovanni@fratelli-larosa.com
I am selling rare Transkits from the Japanese Hiro Garage to make the Ferrari 512 BB Le Mans 1979 (sponsor 3M) and Le Mans 1980 (sponsor European University) Euro 70 + Shipping (for each Tk).
Both transkits are for Tamiya Ferrari Testarossa base in 1/24 scale TA 24059, possibly available at the price of Euro 50 per kit + shipping.
The Transkits are composed as follows:
Bodywork and various accessories in finely crafted resin
Rubber wheels with resin rims
Thermoformed acetate glazing.
Decals to reproduce the Le Mans versions.
Regards,
Giovanni La Rosa
giovanni@fratelli-larosa.com
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Completed Projects • Surtees TS 16 - 1/20
The great pilot José Carlos Pace (Moco). 4º place in GP Brazil 1974. Resin kit RTN Models.
Statistics: Posted by Rodnico — Tue Sep 20, 2022 4:48 pm — Replies 6 — Views 237
Open Seating • Anyone have Tamiya YZR-M1 Fiat Sheet
If you did another scheme for the 2008 or 09 Fiat Yamaha, is there any chance you could part with the kit decals?? Looking to do a 2009 Indianapolis winner from the 2004 kit. It seems close enough... TIA
Statistics: Posted by high510 — Tue Sep 20, 2022 11:15 am — Replies 2 — Views 133
News • Sale Hobbysearch
Just in case anyone is interested, last day of sale.
1/12 Tamiya Renault RE20 @ just over US$50.
https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/m/10012097
1/12 Tamiya Renault RE20 @ just over US$50.
https://www.1999.co.jp/eng/m/10012097
Statistics: Posted by Dede — Mon Sep 19, 2022 2:59 am — Replies 4 — Views 388
For Sale • TAMIYA MCLAREN MP 4/4 AND 68 GURNEY EAGLE
Still trying to raise funds for medical purposes, here are a couple more kits TAMIYA MCLAREN MP4/4 BLACK BOX WITH ENGINEER AND DRIVER FIGURES #92208. new and mint, will include the Tabaco fill in decals. $45.00 plus shipping
MPC 6026 GURNEY OLSONITE 1968 EAGLE kit, had open bag checked for completeness. Has factory decals and instruction sheet, $35.00 plus shipping
Kits ship from Bullhead City Az. 86442 Buyer Pays Shipping. PayPal Only International shipping available at current rates..
PM Me or email me pmodwrks@hotmail.com Thanks Chris
MCLAREN MP4-4 SOLD !!!! SOLD !!!!!!
MPC 6026 GURNEY OLSONITE 1968 EAGLE kit, had open bag checked for completeness. Has factory decals and instruction sheet, $35.00 plus shipping
Kits ship from Bullhead City Az. 86442 Buyer Pays Shipping. PayPal Only International shipping available at current rates..
PM Me or email me pmodwrks@hotmail.com Thanks Chris
MCLAREN MP4-4 SOLD !!!! SOLD !!!!!!
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For Sale • Heller Ferrari P4 Otaki Toyota Celia Turbo ESCI Porsche RS
Heller Ferrari P4 $30.00 plus shipping Otaki Toyota Celica LB Turbo $20.00 plus shipping ESCI Porsche RSR $20.00 plus shipping PayPal Only Ships from Bullhead City Az. USA 86442. Intrnational shipping available at current rates..
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For Sale • MFH 1/20 March 701 Works + 3D print wheels Andretti Amon Siffert for sale
Hi Guys,
Selling my MFH 1/20 March 701 kit complete with extra corrected 3D printed wheels designed and supplied by me, complete with period correct Ebbro preprinted Firestone tyres. No more dune buggy front tyres! Original kit tyres and wheels are also included.
$225USD plus shipping cost. Tracked, insured shipping from New Zealand will be charged at cost. Payment by Paypal please.
Cheers,
Terry
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Selling my MFH 1/20 March 701 kit complete with extra corrected 3D printed wheels designed and supplied by me, complete with period correct Ebbro preprinted Firestone tyres. No more dune buggy front tyres! Original kit tyres and wheels are also included.
$225USD plus shipping cost. Tracked, insured shipping from New Zealand will be charged at cost. Payment by Paypal please.
Cheers,
Terry
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Statistics: Posted by Terry — Sat Sep 17, 2022 2:46 am — Replies 0 — Views 138
Reviews • Red Bull RB16B Alpha Model Rd.13 / 16
Since the information about the kit for the "MULTIMEDIA Upcoming F1 Releases 2022" has been scattered a bit, I would summarize a few things here and we don't have to "clutter" the other thread so much.
Alpha Model will release the Red Bull RB16B on September 30th, 2022.
First pre-order quantity was 30 pieces.
https://www.alphamodelkit.com/rb16-p437 ... kdmzXjnZIg
The kit comes with 2 decal versions. 1 blue version for the Dutch GP (Rd.13) and 1 white version for Turkey GP (Rd.16).
However, there are errors on the decal sheet again.
- wrong Mobil 1 logo on the White Bull Version
- missing OZ Logos - you need 3 pcs. per rim
- missing neon decals for the cam and the rear light
In addition there are some inconsistencies or limitations.
- Wrong tire decals for both GP's. For a race version and winners car you need some other tire decals and tire versions. In the kit are only yellow Pirelli stickers. For Dutch GP winner's Tires are white slick tires, for the Turkish GP the green Cinturato's.
- No mistake, but not really nice with 2 versions... there are 2 times the track layout for the Turkish GP - so no Circuit Park Zandvoort layout.
- Not a mistake either, but it gets a lot more difficult and needs painting are the non-existent black striped areas of the front wing.
Maybe there are other things, but those are the things that immediately caught my eye.
From the first pictures I also thought there was only one set of Rear Little Endplates, but the kit contains 2 different versions.
So what would have been a real problem at first sight is now an advantage I would say.
This means that you could also create other racing versions (Round 6, 7, 10, 12, 14-15, 21-22) by creating your own decals and some smaller changes.
2 rear wing endplate versions:
Alpha Model will release the Red Bull RB16B on September 30th, 2022.
First pre-order quantity was 30 pieces.
https://www.alphamodelkit.com/rb16-p437 ... kdmzXjnZIg
The kit comes with 2 decal versions. 1 blue version for the Dutch GP (Rd.13) and 1 white version for Turkey GP (Rd.16).
However, there are errors on the decal sheet again.
- wrong Mobil 1 logo on the White Bull Version
- missing OZ Logos - you need 3 pcs. per rim
- missing neon decals for the cam and the rear light
In addition there are some inconsistencies or limitations.
- Wrong tire decals for both GP's. For a race version and winners car you need some other tire decals and tire versions. In the kit are only yellow Pirelli stickers. For Dutch GP winner's Tires are white slick tires, for the Turkish GP the green Cinturato's.
- No mistake, but not really nice with 2 versions... there are 2 times the track layout for the Turkish GP - so no Circuit Park Zandvoort layout.
- Not a mistake either, but it gets a lot more difficult and needs painting are the non-existent black striped areas of the front wing.
Maybe there are other things, but those are the things that immediately caught my eye.
From the first pictures I also thought there was only one set of Rear Little Endplates, but the kit contains 2 different versions.
So what would have been a real problem at first sight is now an advantage I would say.
This means that you could also create other racing versions (Round 6, 7, 10, 12, 14-15, 21-22) by creating your own decals and some smaller changes.
2 rear wing endplate versions:
Statistics: Posted by steinietrabi — Fri Sep 16, 2022 2:06 pm — Replies 14 — Views 640
For Sale • Various kits/decals 1:20, 1:43, 1:24
Hello all,
In order to "rationalise" my stock of kits to build I decided to sell the items below, all in good condition with parts still in wraps. Prices exclude shipping from The Netherlands (which should not be too expensive within Europe) and preferred payment is either bank transfer or Paypal (add fees).
I would also be open to swap/trade offers, in that case looking for a.o. '95 or '94 F1 kits in 1:43, a McLaren MP4/5, 5B, 6, 7 or 8 in 1:20 or a Fujimi F10 Italian GP - happy to discuss!
If you have any questions, please let me know, many thanks for looking!
Best,
Thomas
- Hasegawa 1/20 Lotus 79, first issue including extra helmet and hosing parts. EUR 40IMG_2993.jpgIMG_2995.jpgIMG_2994.jpg- For anyone buying the Lotus 79 I can add F1 Modeling issue 24 which includes detailed drawings of the 79 for EUR 10IMG_2998.jpgIMG_2999.jpg- Revell 1/24 Mercedes MGP W01 SOLDIMG_2996.jpgIMG_2997.jpg- Automodelli HiFi 1/43 Minardi M186B 1987 - very elegant and rare kit with cast metal parts EUR 50IMG_0535.jpgIMG_0537.jpgIMG_0539.jpg- Shunko 1/24 replacement decals for Hasegawa Tyrrell 021 and Williams FW14, includes tobaccos. EUR 12 a piece, EUR 20 for both
In order to "rationalise" my stock of kits to build I decided to sell the items below, all in good condition with parts still in wraps. Prices exclude shipping from The Netherlands (which should not be too expensive within Europe) and preferred payment is either bank transfer or Paypal (add fees).
I would also be open to swap/trade offers, in that case looking for a.o. '95 or '94 F1 kits in 1:43, a McLaren MP4/5, 5B, 6, 7 or 8 in 1:20 or a Fujimi F10 Italian GP - happy to discuss!
If you have any questions, please let me know, many thanks for looking!
Best,
Thomas
- Hasegawa 1/20 Lotus 79, first issue including extra helmet and hosing parts. EUR 40IMG_2993.jpgIMG_2995.jpgIMG_2994.jpg- For anyone buying the Lotus 79 I can add F1 Modeling issue 24 which includes detailed drawings of the 79 for EUR 10IMG_2998.jpgIMG_2999.jpg- Revell 1/24 Mercedes MGP W01 SOLDIMG_2996.jpgIMG_2997.jpg- Automodelli HiFi 1/43 Minardi M186B 1987 - very elegant and rare kit with cast metal parts EUR 50IMG_0535.jpgIMG_0537.jpgIMG_0539.jpg- Shunko 1/24 replacement decals for Hasegawa Tyrrell 021 and Williams FW14, includes tobaccos. EUR 12 a piece, EUR 20 for both
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Wanted • Studio27 Porsche
Hello all,
Does anyone know where I might find the Studio 27 2007 Penske/DHL Porsche RS Spyder sports car? Would be in 1/24 scale. I think they also made one for the Dyson Team that year that I could use as well.
Thank you in advance for the help.
Jeff
Does anyone know where I might find the Studio 27 2007 Penske/DHL Porsche RS Spyder sports car? Would be in 1/24 scale. I think they also made one for the Dyson Team that year that I could use as well.
Thank you in advance for the help.
Jeff
Statistics: Posted by ElectricRodeo1 — Fri Sep 16, 2022 8:04 am — Replies 1 — Views 168
For Sale • F40LM IMSA 1/18 trans-kit
Have this rare trans-kit for 1/18 die-cast F40. It allows transformation into F40 IMSA race car.
I've bought it by mistake, not knowing which scale it is. Send me PM or email to lezdep at gmail dot com, if interested.
Will agree to a good deal, don't have use for it.
- ScuderaiModeli F40 IMSA 1/18 trans-kit - $75
I've bought it by mistake, not knowing which scale it is. Send me PM or email to lezdep at gmail dot com, if interested.
Will agree to a good deal, don't have use for it.
- ScuderaiModeli F40 IMSA 1/18 trans-kit - $75
Statistics: Posted by lezdep — Fri Sep 16, 2022 12:17 am — Replies 0 — Views 94
Work in Progress • Ferrari F1 2000 1/12 MG-models
I'm going to start another WIP: Ferrari F1 2000. This kit is since 20 years in my stock. It is one of those poor kits from MG models declared as a super kit by themselves.SSC_0077.JPGMany years ago I started it until painting and decaling the body in order to build the kit as a full detail model. But soon realized that this couldn't get a satisfying result. So I stopped building and the kit went to the attic. Now I start a second attempt for finishing. I'm going to finish the kit as a proportion model.
The making of the parts is simple and partially wrong. So it needs some effort to make an acceptable car. Hope I reach the target now.
The making of the parts is simple and partially wrong. So it needs some effort to make an acceptable car. Hope I reach the target now.
Statistics: Posted by ferrarissimus — Wed Sep 14, 2022 12:04 pm — Replies 11 — Views 672
Questions • TS-30 advice needed
I'm getting ready to do some silver cars, Mercedes and Porshe, and I was wondering. Do you guys use a layer of gloss black underneath TS-30 (silver leaf) or just spray it over grey primer? Thanks for any tips regarding TS-30.
Statistics: Posted by tubegenius — Tue Sep 13, 2022 1:57 pm — Replies 4 — Views 293
Questions • Modern F1 diecasts and cases
HI,
Anyone else notice how huuuge modern F1 diecasts are in 1/18th scale? I've been looking for display cases (hopefully for more than one car) and I don't think I've found one that is big enough..
They are Spark or LookSmart diecasts and I'd rather not separate them from their bases...
Here is a comparison...
DrE
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Anyone else notice how huuuge modern F1 diecasts are in 1/18th scale? I've been looking for display cases (hopefully for more than one car) and I don't think I've found one that is big enough..
They are Spark or LookSmart diecasts and I'd rather not separate them from their bases...
Here is a comparison...
DrE
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Statistics: Posted by f1m — Tue Sep 13, 2022 9:25 am — Replies 7 — Views 219
For Sale • PORSCHE 956, 962 AND 911GT3R DECALS SPECIAL LOT PRICE !!!!
LOTS OF PORSCHE DECALS FOR PORSCHE 956, 962 AND 911GT3R, LEMANS AND IMSA MANY YEARS.
CADY 962 BFG GOODRICH, SPD37 PORSCHE 962 IMSA 1985 SEBRING WINNER "SWAP SHOP" , SPD19 PORSCHE 956 JOEST M@r!b*r* 1983 1000K SILVERSTONE, SPD41 PORSCHE 962LM "CANADIAN/ROTHMANS" 1987 LEMANS, SPD 32 PORSCHE 962 IMSA "SWAP SHOP" 1985 DAYTONA WINNER, M&S PORSCHE 962 LEVIN/BUDWIESER/BAYSIDE 1987 IMSA, M&S PORSCHE 962 IMSA DYYSON 1985, M&S PORSCHE 962IMSA LEVIN/BAYSIDE/ BRIDGESTONE 1987, MODELERS PORSCHE 962C KENWOOD 1988 LEMANS, ................................... LOT OF 10 SETS FOR $60.00
OR INDIVIDUAL PRICE OF $10.00 EACH. Shipping included in US. International shipping available actual cost paid by Buyer. Ships from Bullhead City AZ. 86442 86442. Pleas PM me or Email pmodwrks@hotmail.com.
STUDIO 27 DECALS ST27-DC870 PORSCHE 911GT3 R "HYBRID" 2010 SPECIAL SET, $20.00 INC. SHIPPING IN USA
STUDIO 27 PORSCHE 956 LEMANS 1984 SWAP SHOP $12.00 INC. SHIPPING IN USA MORE DECALS OF OTHER MARQUES COMING SOON! I'M CLEANING HOUSE AND IT TAKES TIME, SO CHECK BACK THANS CHRIS
CADY 962 BFG GOODRICH, SPD37 PORSCHE 962 IMSA 1985 SEBRING WINNER "SWAP SHOP" , SPD19 PORSCHE 956 JOEST M@r!b*r* 1983 1000K SILVERSTONE, SPD41 PORSCHE 962LM "CANADIAN/ROTHMANS" 1987 LEMANS, SPD 32 PORSCHE 962 IMSA "SWAP SHOP" 1985 DAYTONA WINNER, M&S PORSCHE 962 LEVIN/BUDWIESER/BAYSIDE 1987 IMSA, M&S PORSCHE 962 IMSA DYYSON 1985, M&S PORSCHE 962IMSA LEVIN/BAYSIDE/ BRIDGESTONE 1987, MODELERS PORSCHE 962C KENWOOD 1988 LEMANS, ................................... LOT OF 10 SETS FOR $60.00
OR INDIVIDUAL PRICE OF $10.00 EACH. Shipping included in US. International shipping available actual cost paid by Buyer. Ships from Bullhead City AZ. 86442 86442. Pleas PM me or Email pmodwrks@hotmail.com.
STUDIO 27 DECALS ST27-DC870 PORSCHE 911GT3 R "HYBRID" 2010 SPECIAL SET, $20.00 INC. SHIPPING IN USA
STUDIO 27 PORSCHE 956 LEMANS 1984 SWAP SHOP $12.00 INC. SHIPPING IN USA MORE DECALS OF OTHER MARQUES COMING SOON! I'M CLEANING HOUSE AND IT TAKES TIME, SO CHECK BACK THANS CHRIS
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Completed Projects • Fujimi Ferrari F187 Berger Japan 1/20
Just finished up the Fujimi Ferrari F187 Japan 1987 GP Berger 1/20 scale. For the most part this is a nice kit. Lots of detail. Parts fit pretty good. The rear wing was very difficult for me to put together, maybe because I had to add CF and a probably more layers of finish than was intended. Also the rear cowl didn't fit very well in the end, took some delicate massaging to get it to look right. The tires were also strange, kind of sticky, like they were slightly melted and proved difficult to sand.When finished though I think it looks pretty good and I like it.
Paints I used were ,
Tamiya fine pink primer
Tamiya Lacquer Paint LP-21Italian Red
Mr Color UV Cut GX Super Clear GX112
Tamiya Acrylics for the rest
Decals are from Tabu
Carbon is from Scale Motorsport
Seat belts are from Studio 27 mixed with Tamiya Photo Etch
Hope you like it.
Paints I used were ,
Tamiya fine pink primer
Tamiya Lacquer Paint LP-21Italian Red
Mr Color UV Cut GX Super Clear GX112
Tamiya Acrylics for the rest
Decals are from Tabu
Carbon is from Scale Motorsport
Seat belts are from Studio 27 mixed with Tamiya Photo Etch
Hope you like it.
Statistics: Posted by Bonanza — Sat Sep 10, 2022 11:26 am — Replies 18 — Views 881