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PeterW

USA
1216 Posts
Posted - 10/16/2013 :  20:27:47  Show Profile  Visit PeterW's Homepage  Reply with Quote
This is a nice break from the Ferrari subjects and personally I don't think they get the exposure they should. They are marvelous cars and MFH has released some stunning kits of the Gulf 917L from Le Mans. I will build one of each, #17 and #18. If interested in one please contact Mike.





Here are photos of the kits...not only are they nicely packaged but very detailed. White metal for the bulk of the kit too. I do like the cast amber parts...nice touch.
Edited by - PeterW on 10/22/2013 08:36:40

the.x.man

New Zealand
877 Posts
Posted - 10/16/2013 :  21:24:31  Show Profile  Visit the.x.man's Homepage  Reply with Quote
They look almost perfect straight out of the box.

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PeterW

USA
1216 Posts
Posted - 10/17/2013 :  16:08:20  Show Profile  Visit PeterW's Homepage  Reply with Quote
This kit is pretty amazing. The engineering is very precise. The resin portion screws to the white metal body section and then the space frame [after very careful clean up] slips tightly into place. This is a dream kit!
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250GTE

Netherlands
295 Posts
Posted - 10/18/2013 :  10:07:59  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
this is set to become something special...
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PeterW

USA
1216 Posts
Posted - 10/18/2013 :  15:35:46  Show Profile  Visit PeterW's Homepage  Reply with Quote
Yes they are...I am enjoying every minute.

Here is the "dry fit" stage of the build. Every part that requires tolerances must be assembled and then de-constructed. So far everything is pretty good. Extreme care must be taken with the resin frame...it is delicate and brittle.

Here are photos of the various stages of dry fit.













And a little side step...initial design of the display base so I can order the case work. Based on the dry fit results these will be reasonably priced. Feel free to ask Mike for a quote.
Edited by - PeterW on 10/18/2013 15:36:20
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jeanpaul

France
149 Posts
Posted - 10/19/2013 :  06:52:09  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
If you can correct... there are 6 aerations lines on the front cover
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surfjunke

USA
30 Posts
Posted - 10/19/2013 :  07:34:19  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
WOW! What an awesome kit! Looks like it should be a blast to build.
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PeterW

USA
1216 Posts
Posted - 10/20/2013 :  09:44:11  Show Profile  Visit PeterW's Homepage  Reply with Quote
quote:
Originally posted by jeanpaul

If you can correct... there are 6 aerations lines on the front cover


Thanks JP...I see the problem. You have quite an eye!
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PeterW

USA
1216 Posts
Posted - 10/22/2013 :  08:02:15  Show Profile  Visit PeterW's Homepage  Reply with Quote
I will now add the #21 Martini version and the #3 "Hippie Car" to this series...these are strictly limited to one of each version. Contact Mike to reserve a set.
Edited by - PeterW on 10/22/2013 08:08:30
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Harm

Netherlands
41 Posts
Posted - 10/22/2013 :  12:15:42  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
quote:
Originally posted by jeanpaul

If you can correct... there are 6 aerations lines on the front cover

I count 5 on the Martini car..

Harm
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Anthrax

USA
111 Posts
Posted - 10/22/2013 :  14:34:19  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
The nose section on the Gulf Porsche is quite different from the Martini car which I believe ran in 1971. The hippie car ran in 1970….I think. BTW, the hippie car now resides in the Simeone Museum in Philadelphia. !
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Originally posted by Harm

quote:
Originally posted by jeanpaul

If you can correct... there are 6 aerations lines on the front cover

I count 5 on the Martini car..

Harm


Mike Schmidt
Millington, NJ
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PeterW

USA
1216 Posts
Posted - 10/22/2013 :  16:28:17  Show Profile  Visit PeterW's Homepage  Reply with Quote
Here the engine is assembled and detailed. Ignition wires are installed at this stage.
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PeterW

USA
1216 Posts
Posted - 10/22/2013 :  16:30:16  Show Profile  Visit PeterW's Homepage  Reply with Quote
The engine is then test fit to the chassis one more time…and it is very tight indeed!
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PeterW

USA
1216 Posts
Posted - 10/22/2013 :  16:31:31  Show Profile  Visit PeterW's Homepage  Reply with Quote
quote:
Originally posted by Anthrax

The nose section on the Gulf Porsche is quite different from the Martini car which I believe ran in 1971. The hippie car ran in 1970….I think. BTW, the hippie car now resides in the Simeone Museum in Philadelphia. !
quote:
Originally posted by Harm

quote:
Originally posted by jeanpaul

If you can correct... there are 6 aerations lines on the front cover

I count 5 on the Martini car..

Harm


Mike Schmidt
Millington, NJ


I'll try not to let this discussion sidetrack me ;)
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PeterW

USA
1216 Posts
Posted - 10/24/2013 :  16:57:14  Show Profile  Visit PeterW's Homepage  Reply with Quote
Here are the Martini and Hippie car kits...
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PeterW

USA
1216 Posts
Posted - 11/19/2013 :  17:02:28  Show Profile  Visit PeterW's Homepage  Reply with Quote
Starting from the top I am focused on the #18 car. The front fender vents are corrected and the NACA ducts are opened.





The correct paint is chosen.



The NACA ducts are opened up rear body section.



The body is checked for fit.
Edited by - PeterW on 11/19/2013 17:03:00
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