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I have been using dry pastels mixed with water for my washes, over what ever oil based base I'm using. the base coat never gets disturbed and you can apply the washes in layers to build it up. you can then use a Q-tip or tissue to remove some if it's too dark or where you don't want it. when its loo...

Thanks for posting! I'm quite interested in getting this kit but... you know, its a lot of $$$. Looking forward to seeing more. One quick question for you, are the louvers on the hood cast open? if not do they look like they could be opened up? seems like a kit in this scale they should be open. Tha...

Looking great! Did you paint or weather the brake ducts? they look very good.

Wow! really incredible work. Just wondering, should you decide to paint this model you'll have to disassemble it right? is that possible?

looks good!

The last moto kits I built were a pair of Yamahas, built two at the same time and the redundancy did get a little booring. keep up the good work

I love the idea of a cut away version! that would be very cool. I'm quite tempted by this kit but will have to wait and see if the bank account will allow it.

Dan

Looking fantastic! the washes really add to the realism. It's hard to believe its a 1/20 scale car.

I don't know about paint but I was traveling within the US, flying to Houston to pick up a motorcycle to ride home. I packed a small 8oz aerosol can of chain lube in a duffel bag with the rest of my riding gear which I checked, when I arrived in Houston there was no chain lube but a note saying they...

She's a beauty! I have to agree with everyone else's comments. I too would love to hear some of your photography tips.

Excellent introduction! This may be my next MFH build, after I purchase the kit. I'll be following.