MP4/2C: THE ALL PURPOSE Italeri 1/12 THREAD!

[Seema]

On a fb page there is a 4/2c conversion from Sean Carter Automotive Model Arts that is worth seeing. He also describes many of the kit's faults. For the brakes he uses the top studio mp4/6 brake set and the brake calipers from the MFH 4/4. He also describes the mirrored turbos and a lot of other things. It's a long project and is slowly coming to an end. I'm enthusiastic about his conversions and for me the best 4/2c I've seen so far. Check it out if you're on Facebook, there's plenty on offer for inspiration alone. If the link is not allowed I will delete it immediately.

https://www.facebook.com/TamiyaLotus49B

[SBEST]

Yes, the Sean Carter postings are great. I hope he puts them in one document.

[Noddy]

On a fb page there is a 4/2c conversion from Sean Carter Automotive Model Arts that is worth seeing. He also describes many of the kit's faults. For the brakes he uses the top studio mp4/6 brake set and the brake calipers from the MFH 4/4. He also describes the mirrored turbos and a lot of other things. It's a long project and is slowly coming to an end. I'm enthusiastic about his conversions and for me the best 4/2c I've seen so far. Check it out if you're on Facebook, there's plenty on offer for inspiration alone. If the link is not allowed I will delete it immediately.

https://www.facebook.com/TamiyaLotus49B

Thanks for that, I'd never run across Sean (well, actually he's in a group I'm in but I didn't know about his page, lol) and now I need some time to read through his build.

[Chinamalc]

Seema, thanks for posting that link.
Its a shame people hide away on their own FB page rather than sharing on community sites such as F1M.

M.

[stubeck]

I'll be picking this kit up as well as the 1/12 Lotus 99T. My Tokyo trip made it clear that car modeling isn't in as good of shape as it was a few years ago, and supporting new/rerelease models which come out is important.

Hmm!! I might have a nice ecuse to purchase one!!
Yes, that´s right. And lucky you with a Tokyo trip anyway Did you manage to visit any "sorcerer´s cave" shop with cool stuff?

Finishers in Ueno (near Asakusa) was great, but otherwise it was largely a disappointment. Even the Tamiya shop had less selection than last time. Its changed my mind on buying new kits, and even how I'm building, as I'm concerned that the golden age we're going through won't be sustainable if people don't buy models.

[GTF2]

For your information,
I emailed Mac at Mac’s modelling and asked him if he plans on doing an anodised wheel set for the MP4/2 and he says he’s drawn them and is just waiting for the kit to check the fit is correct.
Mac is a great guy and his wheels are excellent so if you want a set, send him an email showing some interest as hopefully, the bigger the batch the better the price will be.

Regards
Graham

[PJE]

For your information,
I emailed Mac at Mac’s modelling and asked him if he plans on doing an anodised wheel set for the MP4/2 and he says he’s drawn them and is just waiting for the kit to check the fit is correct.
Mac is a great guy and his wheels are excellent so if you want a set, send him an email showing some interest as hopefully, the bigger the batch the better the price will be.

Regards
Graham

So Italeri has updated the wheels and tires from what was in the original Protar kit? If not, Mac is creating a pricey and inaccurate product.

Paul Erlendson

[GTF2]

Hi all,
Does anyone have any gearbox photos for the McLaren Mp4/2 cars?
I have found some great pictures of a Tag turbo engine block but so far I haven’t had any luck with the gearbox.
Here is a link to the engine pictures below.

https://collectingcars.com/for-sale/198 ... -f1-engine

[GTF2]

I would expect Mac will make the wheels to the correct pattern and sizes, new tyres will be required such as Tamiya or MFH.

[tubegenius]

So, let's see ii I have this correct. Tires from the Tamiya "Big Three" are useable for this thing. Rims too?