Well, finally got a squirt on again, spent the day whacking some more body work together and also managed to sort out the scuttle bulkhead and engine compartment tray.
Had a nightmare trying to use the free caravan skin aluminium I had to make the bonnet (because it's a +442 the stuff I had just wasn't long/wide enough to make it out of a single piece, but I cracked it using 2 halves :D. Not the most beautiful thing I know, but once it's filled and painted I think it should look OK. This is a Locost after all :)
A few piccies for your pleasure (or comments ;) )
(http://bristolkitcarclub.co.uk/smf2/MGalleryItem.php?id=803)
(http://bristolkitcarclub.co.uk/smf2/MGalleryItem.php?id=801)
(http://bristolkitcarclub.co.uk/smf2/MGalleryItem.php?id=802)
(http://bristolkitcarclub.co.uk/smf2/MGalleryItem.php?id=804)
(http://bristolkitcarclub.co.uk/smf2/MGalleryItem.php?id=805)
JB
Really taking shape now mate, love the grill :)
Thanks Phil, the Pinto badge was the boss's idea. Came all the way from the good 'ole US of A. It's an original off a 1970 something Mustang :D
JB
What will you fiil the joint of the 2 halves with JB. as I would think just body filler would crack over time. Maybe open the joint slightly and drop some resin down the gap and retighten the bolts?!?!? just an idea.. ;D
Really coming on though bud having the bonnet on really makes the car look so much more finished doesn't it..
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Really coming along !
Agree with Bri.
You could always make a feature out of the line in a painting scheme withsome suitable striping.
Thanks for the comments guys :)
I intend to fill the gap with metal epoxy (JB Weld as it happens :) ), and the stripe down the middle has already been decided Richard :D. Did a little messing around with the colour changer thing here http://www.mcgregormotorsport.co.nz/mach-7-colour-schemer (http://www.mcgregormotorsport.co.nz/mach-7-colour-schemer) to get some inspiration.
At the end of the day if it cracks it cracks, I'll worry about that when it happens :). Main thing is to get the car finished!
JB