Dann Tier Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 (edited) Hey, everyone!, its me again. I've decided that i will be posting WIPs on more of my started projects...hopefully it will motivate me to finally finish them. Who knows, it may even help someone whose working on one now. My objective for this kit was to just make it look a bit more realistic without having to spend too much extra money. Its actually a pretty decent representation of the actual car, and despite the kits age, it fits together well...is fun to build, and looks great when done! There are a few body style changes i made already.....basically an easier, fun build. Dont know how these photos got all mixed up, but here we go... -Photo 1, 5-7; I'm not sure how many people re-scribe every seam the same, but not all seams should be the same depth. For instance; the arrows are pointing to lines that should be shallow, since they are only body panels that dont open. Things like doors...bonnets...and boots need to be scribed deeper to show a deeper shadow insinuating space. -Photo 2; The kit -Photo 3&4; These photos show my kolor choices for this build. -Photo 8; Since i never intended to show the engine, i glued the hood shut, and needed to use styrene for extra contact. -Photo 9; The Headlamp housings dont have enough contact to be level in the closed position -in the up position they work fine. Since i wanted them down, i cut the box away, added sheet styrene to the under side , then reattached the covers centered in the openings. -Photo 10; I glued together the two-part vent boxes, sanded off the molded in front license plate, and began to SB end caps on the wing. Since i didnt like the mirrors that came with the kit, i took some spare ones from an Aoshima Countach kit. -Photo 11; I glued in the exhaust pipes, and used styrene to fill in the unrealistic openings above them. -Photo 12; Here i filled in the remote control switch, and since i wanted to use a newer version wheel from an Aoshima kit, i had to styrene rods that will fit into the backs of the wheels. -Photo 13; Here are the interior bits i am starting with. Edited December 12, 2019 by Dann Tier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89AKurt Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 Oh man, that's one I finished WAY BEFORE you have (last century). ? From the motorized era, think it's one of the first car kits from Tamiya. I corrected the louvers on the deck, added screen on the other vent holes. Driver window removed like it's rolled down. Little spoiler on the wiper, gotta have that! The headlights are moveable too, that's super important. ? The Lambo S-tank is another story. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 12, 2019 Author Share Posted December 12, 2019 9 minutes ago, 89AKurt said: Oh man, that's one I finished WAY BEFORE you have (last century). ? From the motorized era, think it's one of the first car kits from Tamiya. I corrected the louvers on the deck, added screen on the other vent holes. Driver window removed like it's rolled down. Little spoiler on the wiper, gotta have that! The headlights are moveable too, that's super important. ? The Lambo S-tank is another story. Nice looking Countach there, bud!!.....you didnt remove that window entirely, did you?....because even that lower half only rolls down half way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David G. Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 This looks to be another interesting build thread. I do enjoy following your work, thanks for taking the time to share it with us. David G. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randyc Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 I know I am supposed to be in awestruck wonder whenever I see or hear Countach, but dang, I think that may one of the ugliest cars ever. BUT... I do enjoy a good build and Dann has never let me down. Kinda like binge watching a tv series that isn't finshed yet. You get to the end of the latest season and can't wait to see what happens on the other side of the cliffhanger. And I always learn something from Dann. Great point on varying the panel lines depending on how they are part of the body. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 13, 2019 Author Share Posted December 13, 2019 On 12/12/2019 at 6:43 AM, David G. said: This looks to be another interesting build thread. I do enjoy following your work, thanks for taking the time to share it with us. David G. Thank YOU for following, bud!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 13, 2019 Author Share Posted December 13, 2019 On 12/12/2019 at 10:12 AM, randyc said: I know I am supposed to be in awestruck wonder whenever I see or hear Countach, but dang, I think that may one of the ugliest cars ever. BUT... I do enjoy a good build and Dann has never let me down. Kinda like binge watching a tv series that isn't finshed yet. You get to the end of the latest season and can't wait to see what happens on the other side of the cliffhanger. And I always learn something from Dann. Great point on varying the panel lines depending on how they are part of the body. Thanks alot, bud!, i love helping/sharing helpful things....never been one to hide things that could help people. Thank you for the intrest, and the following....i will try not to disappoint, lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Chernosky Posted December 14, 2019 Share Posted December 14, 2019 Dann...another veiw of the Lamborghini shelf. This time the Countach's. The Tamiya kit is in there somewhere. I did it when it first came out. Its kinda cool having the same model in 4 different scales. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mustang1989 Posted December 14, 2019 Share Posted December 14, 2019 These kits are already all that and a bag of party mix right out of the box. Anything you're gonna do to this is only gonna make It that much better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 14, 2019 Author Share Posted December 14, 2019 9 hours ago, Rich Chernosky said: Dann...another veiw of the Lamborghini shelf. This time the Countach's. The Tamiya kit is in there somewhere. I did it when it first came out. Its kinda cool having the same model in 4 different scales. They look AWESOME, bud!!!!...is that a Ggoldstrand Corvette above them?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Chernosky Posted December 14, 2019 Share Posted December 14, 2019 6 hours ago, Dann Tier said: They look AWESOME, bud!!!!...is that a Ggoldstrand Corvette above them?! It sure is...you have a keen eye despite the glare. There is an entire shelf dedicated to Vettes above the Lambos (about 50 of em although I have more on another shelf) and below is the Mustang shelf (also about 50+) I believe the first Lambo in line is the Tamiya. The rest are 1/20, 1/16, 1/12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamsuperdan Posted December 14, 2019 Share Posted December 14, 2019 I have this kit in a box. I built it back in the 80s when I was in junior high, and it's one of the few that survived. A couple of years ago, I disassembled it with the intent to rebuild it, and improve on it. I hardly painted it, didn't sand much, basically hacked it together. I can do better now. I need to get on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 14, 2019 Author Share Posted December 14, 2019 5 hours ago, Rich Chernosky said: It sure is...you have a keen eye despite the glare. There is an entire shelf dedicated to Vettes above the Lambos (about 50 of em although I have more on another shelf) and below is the Mustang shelf (also about 50+) I believe the first Lambo in line is the Tamiya. The rest are 1/20, 1/16, 1/12 You've got a Great collection there, bud!!.......how did you like that Guldstrand kit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 14, 2019 Author Share Posted December 14, 2019 5 hours ago, iamsuperdan said: I have this kit in a box. I built it back in the 80s when I was in junior high, and it's one of the few that survived. A couple of years ago, I disassembled it with the intent to rebuild it, and improve on it. I hardly painted it, didn't sand much, basically hacked it together. I can do better now. I need to get on that. NICE!! It still is a really nice kit.....apart from the HORRIBLy weak door seams on the sides. I think it would be great to see you finish this!!....i'll follow!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Chernosky Posted December 15, 2019 Share Posted December 15, 2019 16 hours ago, Dann Tier said: You've got a Great collection there, bud!!.......how did you like that Guldstrand kit? Had to go into the archives for this. I have detailed build notes on most of my current builds.... this one included. The Guldstrand is an AMT kit I completed 5/10/04. Colour is Tamiya X-23 clear blue over and light pearlescent blue. The stripe was a special mix pearl white. All the vents were cut out and screens added, wheels steer on mine (pet peeve) and the hood is removable. It was a decent kit and other than those mods it was built box stock. It had the usual fit problems most domestic kits have. I also have the Monogram Callaway Corvette speedster in the collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 15, 2019 Author Share Posted December 15, 2019 3 hours ago, Rich Chernosky said: Had to go into the archives for this. I have detailed build notes on most of my current builds.... this one included. The Guldstrand is an AMT kit I completed 5/10/04. Colour is Tamiya X-23 clear blue over and light pearlescent blue. The stripe was a special mix pearl white. All the vents were cut out and screens added, wheels steer on mine (pet peeve) and the hood is removable. It was a decent kit and other than those mods it was built box stock. It had the usual fit problems most domestic kits have. I also have the Monogram Callaway Corvette speedster in the collection. Thanks, bud!!....i'm always toying with whether or not to get one.....any photos?!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 16, 2019 Author Share Posted December 16, 2019 Here are the wheels and tyres that i will be using...Wheels are from an Aoshima Countach, and the tyres are from a Fujimi Countach. Looks like i need to raise the front end a bit though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Chernosky Posted December 16, 2019 Share Posted December 16, 2019 19 hours ago, Dann Tier said: Thanks, bud!!....i'm always toying with whether or not to get one.....any photos?!! Here they are: in retrospect I probably should have paid more attention to the hood fit. Magnets might have been the answer. I used the box art for the paint scheme but disliked the nose treatment. The stripe is painted but the thin stripe is vinyl tape cut down. As long as I was digging these out I might as well show you the Callaway too. My Corvettes are usually a paint exercise and this one is a pearlescent yellow green. Interior is green to match. No notes on the Callaway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 16, 2019 Author Share Posted December 16, 2019 4 hours ago, Rich Chernosky said: Here they are: in retrospect I probably should have paid more attention to the hood fit. Magnets might have been the answer. I used the box art for the paint scheme but disliked the nose treatment. The stripe is painted but the thin stripe is vinyl tape cut down. As long as I was digging these out I might as well show you the Callaway too. My Corvettes are usually a paint exercise and this one is a pearlescent yellow green. Interior is green to match. No notes on the Callaway. NICE builds, bud!!!.....i'm definitely gonna have to find a Guldstrand!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funkychiken Posted December 16, 2019 Share Posted December 16, 2019 That Callaway looks great, it's a hard kit to find in the UK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 16, 2019 Author Share Posted December 16, 2019 4 minutes ago, Funkychiken said: That Callaway looks great, it's a hard kit to find in the UK If i find one in my travels, i will have to pick it up for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impalow Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Excited to see what you do with this one Dann! I built that kit last year and it made for a fun quick curbside project! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 17, 2019 Author Share Posted December 17, 2019 7 minutes ago, Impalow said: Excited to see what you do with this one Dann! I built that kit last year and it made for a fun quick curbside project! Thanks, bud!!.....it is a pretty fun kit.....any photos of yours?!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impalow Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 Oh i have a couple.... I did weird things with mine.. as usual. haha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dann Tier Posted December 17, 2019 Author Share Posted December 17, 2019 35 minutes ago, Impalow said: Oh i have a couple.... I did weird things with mine.. as usual. haha Thats right!!!....i remember now!!....freaking sweet!!!......LOVE those wheels!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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