GB 2009 : WIP Brabham BT46 - Complete!!!

Post by **CBartholomew4677** » Sat Aug 01, 2009 4:22 pm

Thanks for the comments guys. Seems my little "Adding a few details, nothing too overboard." build turned out a bit different than I was planning.

Should be all wrapped up before too long.
Cheers,
Chris

Post by **CBartholomew4677** » Sun Aug 02, 2009 3:38 pm

Hello, it's me again.
A small update. I got the front chassis section completed, and the front shocks attached. When I decided to replace the shocks, I had to eliminate the blobs that were the front shock mounts on the original parts. I made new shock mounts using styrene rod, drilled out, painted then mounted to the shocks with thin wire. Amazingly it all ended up working out.

And here is the current status of where I am. Not much left, mainly I have to get the G-Years painted on the tires. We'll see how that goes.......
Cheers,
Chris

Post by **CBartholomew4677** » Fri Aug 07, 2009 10:18 pm

Hello All,
A bit more progress on the Brabham. I tackled the tire templates again, and had to strip them a couple times before getting it right. I think the white g-years were a little too bright white, so I dirtied them up a little bit and then sealed the sidewalls with some flat clear. I'm happy with the outcome. Finished the cokpit and mounted the rear wing. Just have to attached the wheels and mirrors and it's all done!!

Have a look, comments, recommendations and feedback always welcome.
Cheers,
Chris

alexpayne · Post by **alexpayne** » Sat Aug 08, 2009 1:50 am

Hi Chris, Superb job, all that wiring and plumbing on the engine was worth the effort and really makes it say
"Alfa Corse!" . Love the weathering of the G**dyears to.
Atb.Alexp.

43rdMichael · Post by **43rdMichael** » Sat Aug 08, 2009 2:36 am

Thanks for showing the pics. This is going to be a great model once its all finished up.

Post by **CBartholomew4677** » Sun Aug 09, 2009 6:24 pm

OK, final post for the weekend. Here is where I stand as of now. The body is complete, all bits attached and detailed. Chassis is waiting for one final set of fittings, which are on the way, then it's all done. Wheels can be attached thereafter. So, it's all done save for two (2) fittings. Oughtta be done this week, then into the cabinet.
Cheers,
Chris

lumpulus · Post by **lumpulus** » Sun Aug 09, 2009 6:56 pm

That is just beautiful....I know the kits I sent you went to a good home!

Fast289back · Post by **Fast289back** » Sun Aug 09, 2009 8:00 pm

Impressive build Chris........and glad to see you attempted the tire template again....the GY's look very authentic

kostinha38 · Post by **kostinha38** » Tue Aug 11, 2009 4:38 am

Very nice build, I have the same kit waiting to be opened...
Best regards

Pedro Costa

Post by **CBartholomew4677** » Thu Aug 13, 2009 9:59 pm

Hello All,
Well, I managed to finish my Brabham Alfa Romeo BT46 for the GB2009!!

Woohoo!! I honestly thought I'd never make it. This build started as an OOB and continuously added more and more detail, to the point that the upper half of the body doesn't seat completely now !!

It's OK, I was planning to dsiplay with body off anyhow.

You all gave me a lot of help with references and advice, and it's much appreciated.
So, here it is. Hope you all enojy.
Cheers,
Chris