Porsche 910 progress

[Pauley Sty Reen]

I'll continue my Porsche project updates here, as AF is really frustrating to use now.


Engine installed in chassis.
http://images16.fotki.com/v272/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91061a-vi.jpg

Shock absorber parts. Later painted red.
http://images16.fotki.com/v276/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91063a-vi.jpg

Suspension installed. Had to make some compromises as the kit's details werent all there and the design would have made it very difficult to correct (the brake disk is too thin and the caliper is too wide. Kit parts didnt include any caliper that showed from the outside of the wheel).
http://images16.fotki.com/v275/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91065a-vi.jpg

Here's the rear end, almost completed. I am moving on to the interior and putting in the control linkages (throttle, clutch, gear shifter linkage, etc.)
http://images15.fotki.com/v268/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91066a-vi.jpg

I sure hope the body fits over all this!

[Eric Cole]

Looks great Ken... I'm looking forward to seeing this in person.

The details are awesome!!

[GTmike400]

Wow Ken! Taking this to another level!

[Dino Scuderia]

Super looking so far!

[Matt Wadlinger]

This is looking superb.

[Zoom Zoom]

That's incredible. Our Porsche table at the show is going to be overflowing!

[Pauley Sty Reen]

quick update

ignition coils - coil tops came from kit part, everything else scratchbuilt
http://images16.fotki.com/v277/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91070a-vi.jpg

ignition control boxes - scratch built wiring
http://images16.fotki.com/v280/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91071a-vi.jpg

seat and seat rails - not finished yet
http://images16.fotki.com/v274/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91072a-vi.jpg

[Eric Cole]

Are you going to be driving this thing to the show....... :p

The work you're doing on this is amazing. It looks great Ken!!

[GTmike400]

Exactly what Eric said. I aspire to build like you.

[Zoom Zoom]

Amazing. Looking forward to seeing this make all our other Porsches pale by comparison in November ;)

Hmmm, anyone up for converting the 1/12 Tamiya Martini slantnose into an IROC racer?

[Dennis]

This is looking SO awesome!!! We're not worthy...............

[Pauley Sty Reen]

Thanks for all the nice comments, everyone. This has been a fun project for me.

A little update - just adding a few details in the engine compartment and pretty far along with the interior.

http://images16.fotki.com/v273/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91074a-vi.jpg

Here's an overflow tank I made from some material, either Delrin or UHMW
http://images16.fotki.com/v282/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91075a-vi.jpg

The round things
http://images16.fotki.com/v285/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91076a-vi.jpg

Sparse interior. Seats pretty much cover everything up. The holes in the floor are supposed to vent the high pressure air inside the car.
http://images16.fotki.com/v285/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91077a-vi.jpg

http://images12.fotki.com/v202/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91078a-vi.jpg

Working on the seatbelts and probably the tail lights next. I'm just jumping around.

[GTmike400]

Breathtaking! There is going to be an immense competition at NNL.

[Matt Wadlinger]

Wow :eek: this is really coming together nicely.
Every part added is treated as kit unto itself.
Looks great Ken.

[Zoom Zoom]

This model just keeps getting better and better. Can't wait to see it in person :)

[Pauley Sty Reen]

Its been awhile, but I've been working away on this. Latest pics:

Here's the basic paint scheme, Camel yellow and french blue from Tamiya rattle cans.
http://images16.fotki.com/v289/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91096a-vi.jpg

Main decaling done. I'd like to find some 1/12 sponsor decals from the early 70's but haven't had any luck. Any of you guys have any ideas?

http://images17.fotki.com/v305/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche91099a-vi.jpg

http://images17.fotki.com/v308/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche910100a-vi.jpg

Next is clearcoating and painting the headlight area before weathering.

[GTmike400]

I was thinking about this yesterday wondering what your status was on it. I love the number badges for some reason. I can wait to see more.

Maybe see it at the meeting this weekend?

[Dino Scuderia]

This model is gotcha factor all the way! Very stunning, Ken.

[Zoom Zoom]

Looking fantastic. I'm clueless about where you might find those 1/12 sponsor decals, though I have a couple of original designs from the IROC project (Union 76 and Champion) on the computer that could be scaled up from 1/24 and printed out. What sponsors do you need?

[Pauley Sty Reen]

I'd like some Euro company decals, like Dunlop, Shell, Marcal, Marelli Magnetti?, Bilstein, etc. Even a Koni decal would be okay. Do any of the 1/12 F1 kits of 70's subjects have such decals?

[Zoom Zoom]

I have no idea what those F1 kits have for decals; none in my collection.

[Matt Wadlinger]

Wow, that paint really sets it off.
I like the black outlines on the roundels.

[willimo]

That's just an amazing build! It's cool to see it come together, even if it is from all directions at once. I'm surprised there aren't any 1:12 sponsor sheets out there, or even any aftermarket decal sets you could steal from?

[Zoom Zoom]

That's just an amazing build! It's cool to see it come together, even if it is from all directions at once. I'm surprised there aren't any 1:12 sponsor sheets out there, or even any aftermarket decal sets you could steal from?

Wonder if there are any useable vintage stickers/decals in 1/10 scale for R/C cars?

[Lug Nutzz]

I saw where Strada Sports carries 1/12 scale driver figures. I didn't look at the decal sets to see if they had any but I've seen 1/12 on eVilbay.

[Scott]

F1 Specialties offers Tamiya decals in 1/20th and 1/12th. Why wouldn't they work?

[Pauley Sty Reen]

I found a decal sheet for the Tamiya Ferrari 312B that has a variety of sponsor decals that will work. Thanks to F1 Specialties. Now if I could only find some Tam iya clear coat. Only one local hobby shop carries TS and they're out. Oh well, the 914 will get some work this weekend.

[GTmike400]

Only one local hobby shop carries TS and they're out.

There are Hobby Shops around Atlanta that have TS, oh well, I guess you have to come to the meeting if you really want paint.

[freakmech]

Ive been watching this build in awe on AF and im glad to see the thread reborn here! Great work, im green with envy of your skills!

[Pauley Sty Reen]

Thanks Freakmech, and welcome to the ACME forum.

[Pauley Sty Reen]

Time to dredge this up for an update!

Got most of the decaling done. The decals came from a Tamiya Ferrari F1 kit and worked out pretty well. The decals that will complete the numbers will be put on after the body top is attached to the chassis pan to get good alignment.
http://images1.fotki.com/v317/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche910100a-vi.jpg

http://images16.fotki.com/v301/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche910101a-vi.jpg

http://images16.fotki.com/v316/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche910103a-vi.jpg

After decaling, I glass beaded the front for a weathering effect. I paid good money for the sandblaster, so I'm damn sure going to use it. I'll be doing more weathering after the body halves are together.
http://images17.fotki.com/v309/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche910104a-vi.jpg

The engine intake wire covers are held in place by these clips.
http://images17.fotki.com/v312/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche910109a-vi.jpg

The clocks.
http://images17.fotki.com/v309/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche910110a-vi.jpg

Headlight detail. Turned the buckets on the lathe.
http://images17.fotki.com/v312/photos/8/829155/3188090/Porsche910111a-vi.jpg

Still a number of little things to do before attaching the two bady halves. Hope you enjoyed the peek!