Mclaren Mercedes MP4/13

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Mclaren Mercedes MP4/13

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Hi everyone!, this is my first thread to this forum and i shall start with this wonderful kit by Tamiya, Mclaren Mercedes MP4/13. The reason i chose this for the theme is that it has '6' longitudinal gear transmission! :lol:. Well, i have actually started on this kit sometime back but due to busy schedule i put it aside. Now with this interesting theme, it put me to the first gear to get it going again. I had changed my camera too during the process of build, the first batch pictures are using the old camera. And now for the pictures.

First, i start with the under panel, filling up holes and removing panels, imperfections.
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Added some details
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This time i'm going to use a real wood plank which i got from wolf models. Although this is not really accurate for the bolt or fasteners points, but it looks good in my opinion.
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The engine. Not quite done, just added some wiring , CF decals and drillings for wiring to come.
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reconstructing the suspension.
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Seat with seat belts, but not quite complete yet
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The change of camera begins here
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After applying the while decals, a white coat is applied over. Tamiya's decals are too thin! Not white enough imo.
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Thanks for looking
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Re: Mclaren Mercedes MP4/13

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Looks like some good detail there!

Just how far along was this kit when you restarted it? It looks almost finished.
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Re: Mclaren Mercedes MP4/13

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CaptainMark wrote:Looks like some good detail there!

Just how far along was this kit when you restarted it? It looks almost finished.
Haha.. Thanks! Cant remember exactly Roughly 2 weeks ago? The old camera pictures of works were much way back like a few months, randomly taking some pictures when have time, but the new pictures were taken since i restarted. It may look finished but its still a distance for me, decals, front suspensions, details, wheels, clear coat and etc.. :(... Well i have read about the post regarding the headstart, and i have to admit im not aware of that, but anyway, if thats the case, it doesnt matter, what matters is the fun and spirit of a group build! :D I might just consider of starting another kit. :)
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Re: Mclaren Mercedes MP4/13 (Super Detailed)

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ABSOLUT(E) stunning work, great work on all the details!
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Re: Mclaren Mercedes MP4/13

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Nicely done!

Looking forward to seeing more.

Cheers,

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Re: Mclaren Mercedes MP4/13 (Super Detailed)

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Wow! :shock: Very nice work!! Your cf work on the floor is stunning!
Can't wait to see the finished product.
Cheers,
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Re: Mclaren Mercedes MP4/13

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I moved your other topic over here from the WIP thread...we don't need two WIPs for this.

Nice work, hope to see more.
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Re: Mclaren Mercedes MP4/13

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Awesome - what type(s) of CF did you use?

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Re: Mclaren Mercedes MP4/13

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WOW! that's awesome! noce work on the engine!
keep us posted!
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Re: Mclaren Mercedes MP4/13

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wow brings back some interest on an old kit !!!
stunning job !
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