[JohnP]

QUOTE I better start a thread - that way I can't easily just disappear without a trace! Not that JP would let me...
** bump **

heh, heh, just kidding. But tell us: what goodies arrived from Patto's and how are you going to set about building this baby blue bombshell?

 

[JohnP]

Nice collection of parts there Fergy

QUOTE Another order from Professor Motor will complete my parts acquisitions, though I seem to be having trouble communicating with him...

I don't suppose it could be anything to do with that Paper Clip of Doom bunch could it?

Professor Motor @ Doom, The race man cometh

Could it?

 

[JohnP]

Worrying isn't it Alan. Anyone spotting a trout wearing a three armed jumper and driving a Volvo Estate with a pet bison in the back should contact Thumb or Argent immediately. Do not attempt to approach the vehicle as it may contain highly dangerous unexploded hamsters - and worse, a Xzylon

 

[JohnP]

Fergy, you gotta get off this power trip now. Start listening. Give it up. Move on.

<-- smilie

 

[JohnP]

That does look like a nice shell Fergy and being made from PETG I imagine it's VIRTUALY indestructible

(ahh, I crack myself up sometimes

)

 

[JohnP]

Fergy, had you considered

Pattos Instant Hard Bodies

...I would have thought that the less flex you have in the shell the better things will stay put when you glue them.

 

[JohnP]

Wot no strap

Sandbagging I expect

Nice neat job Fergy. Is that a BWA bracket cut and resoldered? Whatever, it looks great - really solid. Like it

 

[JohnP]

That looks terrific(ally complicated) Fergy. Really cool

 

[JohnP]

Looks like a masterpiece in the making Fergy. If the finished body looks even half as good as the chassis it'll be a stunner.

Pure quality

 

[JohnP]

Any news on that camera purchase yet Fergy? Can't wait to see a few piccies

 

[JohnP]

QUOTE Did I mention how much I now hate Stewart's helmet?
Maybe this one would be easier to do Fergy?

helmet?

I think it might be a new style helmet inspired by the Ferrari sharknose

 

[JohnP]

Looks very good Forge (bah, damn that spell checker!), sorry 'bout that Fergy - can't be far off now

Did you reinforce the shell to stop it flexing where you've added extra detail?

 

[JohnP]

QUOTE Has anyone tried something similar, or am I really just as bizarre and anal as I think?
The balaclava idea sounds good Fergy and I look forward to seeing a piccy. As for going too far I don't think so... I tried to make the driver in my Cooper look a little like Jo Bonnier by painting the tache and beard:

I think he probably looks more like Jimmy Hill (UK soccer fans will understand) but at least I tried!

I was also impressed on seeing the driver in my HRSS McLaren M8D - more than a passing resemblence to Denny I'd say. A very nice touch indeed.

 

[JohnP]

Those are Beaut-i-ferg!

I think I'm hanging around me too much too Fergy!

Can't wait to see your car in ready to race trim - c'mon get off the forum and get it built in time for that photo shoot!

 

[JohnP]

What a pretty little car

And that chassis looks very purposeful too - even without the anticipated strap motor!

Very nice Fergy

 

[JohnP]

QUOTE Here's the best I could manage, after blowing them up and cropping....

Well the best you could manage looks pretty good to me Fergy! I especially like the second shot - great angle - great car