1968 BRM P126

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David Lawson

Discussion Starter · Jun 21, 2004

Without wishing to monopolise the 1960s F1 theme (I would love to see some others work), here's another car currently under construction which I mentioned I was planning in another thread.

Once again it's one of the excellent Classic shells. This BRM raced during a dip in the team's fortunes after Graham Hill and Jackie Stewart left the team at the end of 1966 & 67 and the team struggled with the H16 engine before admitting defeat and switching to the V12 for 1968 that would eventually have some success in the 153 and 160 chassis in the early 1970s.

BRM's were always very well engineered and this car looked superbly packaged as well as being a good looking design, it was always one of my favourites. I always remember a high spot being Richard Attwood's great race at Monaco in 68 when he came close to winning.

The standard Scalex motor that I prefer to use for home track use just fits this slim bodyshell - here's a couple of work in progress pictures. You'll see that I've just broken through the shell with the Dremel around the engine exhaust and intake area as space is at a premium but I'll clean that up when I prepare the shell for painting.

David

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PastimeRaceway

· #7 · Jun 22, 2004

David,

Your work is just awesome!

Monopolise away! I can't wait to see your progress as you move along.

I do have a question -- as I wait for my own Classic shell -- is it risky to cut out the driver from these shells? I was considering a full driver figure for my project, but I don't want to cut into the shell too much if it will cause damage.

Steve

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PastimeRaceway

· #15 · Jun 22, 2004

Thanks for the reply David about cutting the driver out.

I live in the U.S. and I wanted to extend my recommendation for both Andy at ABSlotSport and Chas at SCD. They've been great to deal with.

Steve

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PastimeRaceway

· #38 · Jul 1, 2004

David,

That is amazing!

Just beautiful worksmanship. I love that car! I agree with John though, I'm not sure I could send it off to a proxy race.

How did you build the exhaust pipes?

Steve

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PastimeRaceway

· #47 · Aug 26, 2004

I LOVE that car David!

I really think it's my favorite 60s F1 you've built. I've got to get me some of that mesh for my Brabham engine. The mirrors look great.

Steve

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