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Post by mmthrax on Jan 4, 2020 0:11:39 GMT -7
Cheers guys. I thought long and hard about what to take on for this build. I wanted to get back on the 2CV Royale since I was really pushing myself on that one, but I didn't think it would fit in the rules because it is already underway. Something I have always wanted to take on is a motorcycle. Never done one. This project will for sure push me with what I have planned. Also, because of domestic "changes" I no longer have a garage so I sold my Piaggio scooter. This will keep the Italian two wheel spirit alive. emotion-11 I have chosen the Tamiya Ducati 1199 Panigale S.  First impressions upon opening the box is "Wow!" These guys look like they really care. The attention to detail is crazy, and that's just the packaging. Never dealt with a Tamiya kit before. I am impressed. All the trees are separated and in their own stapled bag. An extra touch is the small cowling of the bike is in its own bag stapled to the side of the box so it doesn't float around the box and get messed up. Class. Upon looking at the kit itself, again I am very impressed. No flash, super crisp castings with super detail, high quality everything.   |
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Post by mmthrax on Jan 4, 2020 0:23:16 GMT -7
I decided to go for the add on fork detail set. Once built it looks very realistic, and I think it is a nice touch.  I also wanted to go "super detail" so I plumped for the Hobby Design Super Detail set. (says so right on the box)   Holy Mackerel this thing is insane in the membrane!!  You actually build the chain! You build the brake rotors! Good grief! If this isn't intimidating I don't know what is. Look at all the tiny bits.   My thoughts are that the weak link here is the builder, but like the other models I have done since joining this forum, I am just gonna go for it. Wish me luck. |
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Post by DeeCee on Jan 4, 2020 1:59:01 GMT -7
HOLY CRAP BATMAN!!!!!
That is super detailed mate, Tamiya know how to too up a kit, that is for sure.
And nothing wrong with the operator either mate, you will pull this off perfectly i reckon.
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Post by stitchdup on Jan 4, 2020 2:14:10 GMT -7
You'll do fine mate. I hope you have good magnifier for doing the chain, I'd lose half the bits
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Post by leon on Jan 4, 2020 9:56:58 GMT -7
WOW....Tamiya kits are great to build so have patience and you'll do fine.
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Post by mmthrax on Jan 4, 2020 19:40:11 GMT -7
Thanks Dale, Les, and Leon.
I will do my best. After looking at the kit instructions, it looks to me like I will need planning and concentration. Also, the detail kit has no instructions, just pictures of the bits in situ. Many of the pieces replace the
kit part and some augment the kit part. I will really need to pay attention to do things in the right order.
As an aside, I bought the detail goodies from macsmodeling.com He is a Brit living in Arizona. I found his website through a side door while investigating aftermarket chain sets. Turns out he makes his own model parts as well
as sells model stuff from around the world. Lots of motorsport goodies. He is a top bloke. If you look at the picture of the detail set you may or may not be able to tell that the front cowling to the motorcycle is bent. I tried to massage it
in hot water to no avail. I contacted Mac and he promptly sent me a new part. Class. I told him I'd like to mention him and his business on our forum and he said "Sure."
He also went one better and said that if any forum member buys anything from his site, and mentions the forum, he will give them 10% off for the month of January.
Like I said, top bloke. Anyway, check out his site. Lots of neat goodies.
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Post by mmthrax on Jan 4, 2020 22:54:22 GMT -7
Ok, got a little bit done. First off, I got the engine cut off the trees and the nubs sanded off. This plastic reacts differently than other model plastics I've dealt with. It sands then pulls slightly leaving a wisp which must be super lightly removed. Interesting. A super light touch is needed. The castings are so crisp. It really is remarkable.  Well, these guys aren't playing. Right off they have me building this small electrical component. I will need to stack all of these plates to make the component. I might need to make some kind of alignment jig so everything lines up correctly. Wow right into the deep end. Oh well. One thing at a time, and just keep picking away at it. I will start on this tomorrow. Need a proper breakfast.    |
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Post by DeeCee on Jan 4, 2020 23:24:43 GMT -7
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Post by Deano on Jan 5, 2020 1:25:47 GMT -7
I have no idea what the kit and the PE was worth but you seem to get good value and excellent quality for your money! I'm really keen to see how this comes together. You have the right approach for this, lots of little sub builds then start putting them together. You've got this! two-thumbs-up-smiley-emoticon
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Post by RetroSpectKustoms on Jan 5, 2020 19:47:10 GMT -7
Fantastic! The extra parts are really gonna make this one pop! The Firk kit looks VERY realistic, even on sprues, in the plastic. Will be great watching this come together.
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Post by mmthrax on Jan 5, 2020 19:59:17 GMT -7
Thanks Dale, Deano, and Bruce. How do you eat a sub sandwich? One bite at a time. I elected not to work on the bike today because the weather today was going to be 69F. I needed all the sun and heat I could get to finish the seats in the Accent. Supposed to get cold and rainy in the coming week. Seize the day! I rented the Rug Doctor cleaner from Wal-Mart and did all the seats and got the interior back in the car. Yea!! I can call the car project done for a while and get down to what I really want to do. Thanks for the views and comments. |
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Post by nyratrod on Jan 6, 2020 5:12:23 GMT -7
Built a few Tamiya bike kits and found them to be entertaining. Your prior builds convince me that you "got this" Mark. Ride-on !!!!!
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Post by mmthrax on Jan 6, 2020 9:23:33 GMT -7
Thanks Tom.
Appreciate that.
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Post by leon on Jan 6, 2020 14:07:46 GMT -7
Your off to a good start Mark!
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Post by mmthrax on Jan 6, 2020 21:12:06 GMT -7
Thanks Leon.
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Post by sharp on Jan 13, 2020 18:05:40 GMT -7
WOW!!! Looks like a lot of great detail in this model, Mark!! Can't wait to see this completed!!
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Post by mustang1989 on Jan 14, 2020 5:35:11 GMT -7
HOLY CRAP BATMAN!!!!! That is super detailed mate, Tamiya know how to too up a kit, that is for sure. And nothing wrong with the operator either mate, you will pull this off perfectly i reckon. When you say Tamiya.....you've pretty much said it all. Some of the best kits out there in any genre....bar none. Great progress on this one Mark. Looking forward to more. |
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Post by mmthrax on Jan 14, 2020 22:39:33 GMT -7
Thanks Mike. The model on its own is really detailed. I just got a 916 to do as a box stock build. (You know, do something "normal" after this one.) Maybe I should have done a normal one first before taking this on. Oh well. Who dares wins right? I'm going for it. Cue Rocky music, and training sequence.  Thanks Joe, and you're right. I was able to get a couple of kits from my LBS's "vintage bargain bin", and the Tamiya kits I got are truly remarkable. Top drawer stuff. Back on this soon. Had a couple of loose ends to tie up in the "real world". |
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Post by poet on Jan 15, 2020 15:17:00 GMT -7
That looks mind-boggling!
Fantastic kit!
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Post by mmthrax on Jan 15, 2020 19:39:04 GMT -7
It is mind boggling!
One thing at a time though.
Just keep picking away at it.
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Post by mmthrax on Feb 9, 2020 22:37:54 GMT -7
Getting back in action on this. Some progress. Well, it shows how much I know about motorcycles. The "electrical component" I mentioned previously is actually the oil cooler. face%20in%20palm_zpsmit8xdak Ok, that said I got down to business tonight. I mic-ed my mechanics wire at .034", found a drill bit that was .036" (#63), and set up my "jig".  Using the Glue Looper is a real pleasure. It allows for so much control.  A little dab will do.  Using a #10 blade, I just roll the curved edge to separate the parts from the fret. This fret is enrobed in plastic on both sides so the pieces don't go flying. Big help.  |
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Post by mmthrax on Feb 9, 2020 22:43:41 GMT -7
The Tamiya diamond file makes quick work of that tiny nub. It may not look like much, but it is actually pretty aggressive. Before:  After:  The finished article compared to the kit part. It went well I think.  Studio soundtrack: Simon and Garfunkel----The concert in Central Park |
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Post by DeeCee on Feb 9, 2020 23:04:32 GMT -7
Now that is what i call detail !!! way better than the kit part, and good to see you back on it Mark.
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Post by RetroSpectKustoms on Feb 11, 2020 14:52:01 GMT -7
Looking fantastic!
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Post by mmthrax on Feb 11, 2020 21:26:10 GMT -7
Thank you Dale and Bruce. Some progress: The detail set gives you a clutch cover that says Superquadro on it as an upgrade. You sand down the raised detail of the stock cover and glue the new PE cover in its place. It looks good. Before:  After:  |
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Post by Deano on Feb 12, 2020 1:39:10 GMT -7
This is great stuff Mark. I love this extra detail that you don't have to make from scratch. Does the plastic coating come off the parts easily ?
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Post by mmthrax on Feb 12, 2020 8:51:54 GMT -7
This is great stuff Mark. I love this extra detail that you don't have to make from scratch. Does the plastic coating come off the parts easily ? Thanks Deano. Yes the plastic is a big help, and easy to deal with. I usually outline the part on the top side with the razor and peel off the plastic. It is like cling film (Saran wrap to us stateside). I then roll the #10 blade to separate the part from the fret. The plastic on the backside keeps the part in place. Then grab the part with tweezers and gently peel it from the bottom side plastic. |
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Post by leon on Feb 12, 2020 14:09:46 GMT -7
That is some really nice work Mark!
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Post by mmthrax on Feb 13, 2020 9:24:50 GMT -7
Thanks Leon. The hard stuff is coming up next. I was getting bits and bobs ready for paint last night, and I noticed that the instruction sheet calls for me to mix paints to get the right shade. Hope that works out well. A note about the resin bits in the Hobby Design detail set. While removing some flash I noticed that (1) the parts are easily filed and shaped and (2) a very strong chemical solvent smell is immediately apparent. WOW! I don't know what kind of resin they make the parts from, but it is not playing around. Interesting. After the batch of painting and engine assembly, the chain in next. Fingers crossed.  |
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Post by mustang1989 on Feb 13, 2020 9:32:29 GMT -7
This is SICK!!! The details here are just out of this world Mark. Truly remarkable work so far.
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