Tamiya S2000 build
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I recently unearthed a Tamiya kit for a Honda S2000 from my childhood bedroom, and have decided finally build it. I used to be pretty into modelling a few years back, although it was generally military aircraft as I was in the air cadets at the time.
I'll be posting some pics up, and updating this thread as often as I can in order to hopefully get some tips and feedback. Off to Hobbycraft tonight for some supplies, such as a couple of rattle cans and some tools. Is there anything essential I should pick up while I'm there?
Also, what kind of glue is the best for clear parts such as headlight lenses? I've read PVA as it dries clear?
I'll be posting some pics up, and updating this thread as often as I can in order to hopefully get some tips and feedback. Off to Hobbycraft tonight for some supplies, such as a couple of rattle cans and some tools. Is there anything essential I should pick up while I'm there?
Also, what kind of glue is the best for clear parts such as headlight lenses? I've read PVA as it dries clear?
GingerPixel said:
I recently unearthed a Tamiya kit for a Honda S2000 from my childhood bedroom, and have decided finally build it. I used to be pretty into modelling a few years back, although it was generally military aircraft as I was in the air cadets at the time.
I'll be posting some pics up, and updating this thread as often as I can in order to hopefully get some tips and feedback. Off to Hobbycraft tonight for some supplies, such as a couple of rattle cans and some tools. Is there anything essential I should pick up while I'm there?
Also, what kind of glue is the best for clear parts such as headlight lenses? I've read PVA as it dries clear?
FWIW here's my build thread of the same car:I'll be posting some pics up, and updating this thread as often as I can in order to hopefully get some tips and feedback. Off to Hobbycraft tonight for some supplies, such as a couple of rattle cans and some tools. Is there anything essential I should pick up while I'm there?
Also, what kind of glue is the best for clear parts such as headlight lenses? I've read PVA as it dries clear?
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
It's an excellent kit, you'll just need a scalpel, spray paint (if you don't have an airbrush), glue (buy it in a tube - it sets faster than the liquid stuff), a couple of good paintbrushes, some sanding sticks, Tamiya masking tape and some thinners. Oh, and a bit of patience!
The best glue for clear parts is "Formula 560 Canopy Glue" (PVA based).
ETA If you're planning on doing any brush painting, buy enamel paint (in the tins). I'ts far easier to brush paint than acrylics, which dry very quickly and can 'drag' off the surface if you're not very careful.
Edited by dr_gn on Friday 3rd February 14:49
It has rapidly become clear that I need some better brushes, which I'll pick up tomorrow.
I'm enjoying myself, time is vanishing! As this is an experimental build, I'm making do with whatever I still have from past ventures into modelling. If I carry on having fun and aren't disgusted with the results then I'll treat myself to some better kit.
Anyone have any tips on using metalcote (for the exhaust)?
Pics tomorrow possibly
I'm enjoying myself, time is vanishing! As this is an experimental build, I'm making do with whatever I still have from past ventures into modelling. If I carry on having fun and aren't disgusted with the results then I'll treat myself to some better kit.
Anyone have any tips on using metalcote (for the exhaust)?
Pics tomorrow possibly
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