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Post by Mr Hirakawa Wed 22 Mar 2023, 6:15 pm

The original release of this kit with very aged decals.
Black paint does my head in but I think I got it right this time.

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Post by Mike C Wed 22 Mar 2023, 10:30 pm

It looks really good. The paint is perfect. Plus I like the engine and trunk detailing. I like the way the tub is removable so you can see the engine detail. Are those the brake master cylinders back there? Is this the Tamiya kit? I remember I used to see these cars on the road in the 60's and 70's.
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Post by Mr Hirakawa Thu 23 Mar 2023, 9:24 am

Thank you. Yep, a Tamiya kit. Two brake cylinders, one for the front and one for the back. I did have to invert one corner of the tub because the cylinders I plumbed up were just in the way.
I have the slightly modified newer release to do on the bench.
The references you can find on the net really help along with this dying hobby.

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Post by Mike C Thu 23 Mar 2023, 10:33 am

That's great that you were able to find this information. When I start a model I always try to find good photos of it for reference. Quite a few times I find them at some car sale site that has a lot of photos outside, inside, under the hood, etc. I just really do a search on the make/model of the car.
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