Group Build WIP: EBBRO JPS Lotus 72E

[Kilshaw]

Thanks for your replies!

Nice start Jake. I'll be following this with interest as I have this kit myself to build in the future. For the dash decals you can just use a punch and die set to punch the decals out from the sheet, thus removing the carrier film entirely. They will fit a lot better then. If you haven't got a punch and die set then a careful hand and some sharp scissors will easily trim off the excess carrier film, hope this helps..

Thanks Steve. I haven't got a punch and die set, however I did end up trimming the carrier film off the edge of the decals. I heard from someone that all of the EBBRO kits have Cartograf decals, however it only says so on the decal sheet for the Lotus 49, so I don't think this one does.

Nice start to the build, Jake. You are flying along!!!
I have a couple questions.
- You painted the whole tub with Silver Leaf, including the outside surfaces. Are there other body panels, then, that are to be painted black and attached?
- How is the Ebbro "aftermarket" front frame? Does it add significantly to the kit? Looks pretty cool.

I have this kit, but haven't looked through the instructions yet, and as it is on my list of potentials for the GB, I am interested to hear and see you comments and progress. Helps me to plan resources .
Cheers,
Chris

Hi Chris. Yes, what you can see of the tub is the 'inner' part, which is covered by the body side panels, in black. I will have my model with one side panel on, and the other off, showing the tub (silver) sides.

I haven't used the frame yet, so I can't comment on it, but from what I can see, it looks great. I ordered two of them, one for the Rob Walker 72C, but I'll probably build that one built up, and so I won't need it...

Thanks,
Jake

[rtedore]

If it's OK with Roy, I am starting my WIP thread for my first model for the 2014 Group Build.

Let the fun begin, we are close enough to the start date so I have no issue with it. Everyone can start if they want!!!!

[Kilshaw]

I'm sorry that this hasn't been a very well updated WIP post. Anyway, the Lotus is nearly finished. I am waiting for the JPS decals to come from HLJ, but this could be a few weeks still. So it won't be completely finished for a few weeks.


20140119_130549 by Jake Kilshaw, on Flickr

The tub is Tamiya TS-30 Silver Leaf.

Tamiya seatbelts:

20140119_130603 by Jake Kilshaw, on Flickr

Engine block mostly Alclad and Tamiya Semigloss Black.

20140119_130621 by Jake Kilshaw, on Flickr

Bodywork painted in Tamiya gloss Black, decanted and through the airbrush. The kit decals weren't great, and the pinstripes very difficult to apply.


20140119_130750 by Jake Kilshaw, on Flickr

Wheels were painted in Citadel for the gold and Vallejo black. The pre-printed tyres save a lot of time and hassle... and look great!

20140119_130849 by Jake Kilshaw, on Flickr


20140119_130908 by Jake Kilshaw, on Flickr

I have decided to build this as Fittipaldi's 1973 Spanish GP winning car.

Thanks,
Jake

[rtedore]

Jake where did you get the metal subframe for the kit? I would love to get a couple.

[Kilshaw]

Jake where did you get the metal subframe for the kit? I would love to get a couple.

http://www.hlj.com/product/EBR62001/Aut

Only $14 / 10€ / £8 here...

[rtedore]

Jake where did you get the metal subframe for the kit? I would love to get a couple.

http://www.hlj.com/product/EBR62001/Aut

Only $14 / 10€ / £8 here...

Thanks just ordered one and your build is amazing

[CBartholomew4677]

Hi Jake,
The 72E is coming along very nicely , and quite rapidly to boot. The black paint on the body-work looks very nice,clean and smooth. Did you clear-coat it? If so, did you clear-coat over the decals, and how did they react?
Looking forward to seeing more of your progress.
Cheers,
Chris

[Kilshaw]

Thanks.

The black paint on the body-work looks very nice,clean and smooth. Did you clear-coat it? If so, did you clear-coat over the decals, and how did they react?

Chris

Hi Chris. I didn't clear coat the body. I just painted the Tamiya black through the airbrush for two coats, and then did one final coat directly out of the can, because it is shinier that way. I then polished the paint, to give a shiny effect. Glad you like it!

Btw, I have never clear-coated over decals - frankly I'm just too scared!

Jake

[SteveNoble]

That looks fantastic..!!! Really quick work, I love the wheels..

[Starr]

Wow! That black on the body panels is excellent. I will try that approach next time, thanks for share your paint technique. The engine and transmission looks good too.

Keep the good work.

Starr