[M0n:543]Post by X→Ring Racing on Apr 15, 2011 20:11:14 GMT -6
"X-DEBUT" all finished and ready to go. I'm always pumped up at scout time every year and decided I'd get my feet wet and see if I like this PWD thing or not. So this is my 1st build, intended for the limited class. It will be "debuting" (pun intended) at PWDR on the 16th!
This body was given to me by MWDPWD. I'm not sure who made it but I tried to do it justice for Mike....at least in the cosmetic dept. We shall see how she does in the speed dept soon. The weight pocket was open on top and bottom so it had to be covered. I put some extra work into the balsa cover and shaped it to an X on the end to match the decals I made. It doesn't show up really well in the pic angle, but I'm happy how it turned out. Kinda gave it a 3d effect.
I also had a little trouble with the vinyl decals. I had 2 or 3 small spots lift on me in the rear end of the X. I'm pretty sure it was because I put the decals on within 1 hour of paint and followed them up with 5 coats of clear with little drying time in between But overall I'm still extremely happy with the look!
I have to say I have not gotten involved in something in such a very short time and met / talked to so many people willing to help me out on a "personal level. Thanks to all for all the help and advice.
This car would not have been ready for this upcoming race if it weren't for GangGreen! Thank you!
PS: this car is also running an extra special "CASH" inspired homemade guide pin. I made it last night out of a coat hanger at about 3:30 AM in the morning!
This body was given to me by MWDPWD. I'm not sure who made it but I tried to do it justice for Mike....at least in the cosmetic dept. We shall see how she does in the speed dept soon. The weight pocket was open on top and bottom so it had to be covered. I put some extra work into the balsa cover and shaped it to an X on the end to match the decals I made. It doesn't show up really well in the pic angle, but I'm happy how it turned out. Kinda gave it a 3d effect.
I also had a little trouble with the vinyl decals. I had 2 or 3 small spots lift on me in the rear end of the X. I'm pretty sure it was because I put the decals on within 1 hour of paint and followed them up with 5 coats of clear with little drying time in between But overall I'm still extremely happy with the look!
I have to say I have not gotten involved in something in such a very short time and met / talked to so many people willing to help me out on a "personal level. Thanks to all for all the help and advice.
This car would not have been ready for this upcoming race if it weren't for GangGreen! Thank you!
PS: this car is also running an extra special "CASH" inspired homemade guide pin. I made it last night out of a coat hanger at about 3:30 AM in the morning!
