{"id":232,"date":"2009-04-15T15:42:13","date_gmt":"2009-04-15T23:42:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/?page_id=232"},"modified":"2009-04-15T16:45:36","modified_gmt":"2009-04-16T00:45:36","slug":"project-0011-sports-spectacular","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/?page_id=232","title":{"rendered":"Project 0011 &#8211; Sports Spectacular"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"twttr_button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/share?url=http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/?page_id=232&text=Project 0011 - Sports Spectacular\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Click here if you like this article.\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/twitter-plugin\/images\/twitt.gif\" alt=\"Twitt\" \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div><p><script type=\"text\/javascript\"><!--\nvar gaJsHost = ((\"https:\" == document.location.protocol) ? \"https:\/\/ssl.\" : \"http:\/\/www.\");\ndocument.write(unescape(\"%3Cscript src='\" + gaJsHost + \"google-analytics.com\/ga.js' type='text\/javascript'%3E%3C\/script%3E\"));\n\/\/ --><\/script><br \/>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\"><\/script><br \/>\n<strong>Project 0011 &#8211; Sports Spectacular<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Lurking inside every avid sports fan is that creative maniac that yearns to let the entire world know they eat, sleep and dream about their favorite team. Wouldn&#8217;t you love to see the looks on their faces as you pull into the driveway to pickup the guys for the trip down to the stadium in a drop dead gorgeous UNC Caromaro! Well, maybe your favorite team was MSU and you can&#8217;t afford a real Caromaro, but the idea is &#8211; take a hot model car add some great decals and stickers and turn it into a game day showpiece that you can display in front of your widescreen for the big game. \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0<br \/>\n\u00c2\u00a0<br \/>\n\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Here is the result, so if you like what you see and want to learn how to do it for yourself, read all about it in the ROR Step-By-Step section.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 0 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445639196\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3408\/3445639196_c4a8516ca0.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 0\" width=\"500\" height=\"336\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>UNC Caromaro &#8211; <\/strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\"><a style=\"&quot;border:none\" title=\"Revell Concept Camaro\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B000JSNYU6?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=wwwdreamwithg-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B000JSNYU6&quot;&gt;1\/25 Snap, Camaro Concept Car&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;img src=\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">Revell\u00c2\u00ae Camaro\u00c2\u00ae Concept Car #85-1944<strong><\/strong><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 <\/span>In this ROR Step-by-Step project we&#8217;ll show you how to remake a Revell\u00c2\u00ae Camaro\u00c2\u00ae Concept Car model into an extraordinary showpiece that demonstrates your team spirit and proves you&#8217;re the world&#8217;s greatest fan. Even though this is a Revell\u00c2\u00ae SnapTite <sup>TM<\/sup> model, which means it is an easy to assemble kit, it packs in all the detail you&#8217;ll need for a stunning replica. The main emphasis in this project is exterior paint and detailing to apply the team&#8217;s color scheme to your model. The rest of the steps are optional or model specific. The Revell\u00c2\u00ae Camaro\u00c2\u00ae Concept Car is an excellent choice for this project. Both the car and UNC men&#8217;s basketball team are examples of raw, yet disciplined, strength and power. If you are modifying a die cast model see ROR Step-by-Step Project 0001 for instructions on how to do that. Sports team sticker sets are available from a number of sources to adorn your model. If you&#8217;re making a model featuring a local school that does not have copyrights on the logos and emblems &#8211; you can take your own photos and make them yourself with an inkjet printer and decal paper using image preparation software.<\/p>\n<p><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step-by-Step<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 We&#8217;ll show you how to turn that concept car into something that even Superfan couldn&#8217;t top. The kit used here is a great base-model for this work because it is easy to assemble and has a &#8220;sporty&#8221; look and presence.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 85-1944 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444822629\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3571\/3444822629_7d214ec32d.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 85-1944\" width=\"500\" height=\"284\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n\u00c2\u00a0<a style=\"&quot;border:none\" title=\"Revell 85-1944\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B000JSNYU6?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=wwwdreamwithg-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B000JSNYU6&quot;&gt;1\/25 Snap, Camaro Concept Car&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;img src=\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">Revell\u00c2\u00ae Camaro\u00c2\u00ae Concept Car Kit #85-1944<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Although this is a basic kit it can be outrageously transformed into a sportsman&#8217;s paradise. This is because all the main features of this project are displayed on the exterior of the vehicle but there is plenty of room for detailing. The engine compartment and underbody are not really involved in the highlights of &#8220;Sports Spectacular!&#8221; When you&#8217;re done, this model will shout, &#8220;You can&#8217;t touch this,&#8221; regarding how you feel about your favorite team!<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 01 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445635896\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3364\/3445635896_7c52f98650.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 01\" width=\"495\" height=\"500\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1 &#8211; <\/strong><strong>Preparation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Prepare a place to work on your model that has ample room, lighting and ventilation then place a soft cloth under it to keep from scratching any of the body panels. Next, familiarize yourself with the kit&#8217;s parts and instructions to see how the parts fit together and try some test fits before you begin the assembly.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 01 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445635896\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3364\/3445635896_7c52f98650.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 01\" width=\"495\" height=\"500\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 1 <\/strong>The main kit&#8217;s parts<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 The main body is a pretty nicely molded model in gray polystyrene with plenty of detail. At each corner are the mold seams which you&#8217;ll need to find for the next step.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 02 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444819161\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3664\/3444819161_01a7b4fa02.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 02\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 2 <\/strong>The main body<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Sand all the mold lines and seams smooth with a 400 grit dry sandpaper then lightly go over the entire exterior with 600-800 grit paper to provide some surface adhesion for the primer paint.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 03 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444819251\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3361\/3444819251_88d09f4c38.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 03\" width=\"500\" height=\"292\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 3 <\/strong>Sand the mold seems and main body<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0<br \/>\n\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 After you&#8217;ve sanded the body, wash it off in cool water with mild detergent and a soft sponge.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 04 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444819377\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3540\/3444819377_f92abc8f9a.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 04\" width=\"500\" height=\"302\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 4 <\/strong>Wash the main body<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Fashion a rack from a wire hanger and place the model on it to dry. You&#8217;ll be using the rack later to support the model while you paint it.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 05 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444819473\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3545\/3444819473_797c496a18.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 05\" width=\"500\" height=\"377\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 5 <\/strong>Place the main body on a rack to dry<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 While the body is drying we can start working on some of the interior pieces. Assemble the seat backs to their fronts and notice that there is a driver and passenger side seat. You can tell because the seat belt button is placed near the middle and not against the door side of the seat. For security, put a couple drops of glue on the locating tabs. You can trim off the protruding locating tabs with a sharp-bladed hobby knife. Together, sand them and the seat edges smooth for a nice finish.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 06 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444819525\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3660\/3444819525_a180b27661.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 06\" width=\"500\" height=\"303\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 6 <\/strong>Assemble the seats<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Using a good quality masking tape like the Tamiya\u00c2\u00ae brand, mask off some areas of the interior panels for the added detail of contrasting color.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 07 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445636334\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3401\/3445636334_9b32058432.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 07\" width=\"500\" height=\"337\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 7 <\/strong>Tape off some interior panel sections<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Using the hobby knife trim out the panels by following the panel lines.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 08 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444819673\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3333\/3444819673_93605b4ba2.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 08\" width=\"500\" height=\"268\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 8 <\/strong>Trim off some panel sections<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Remove the excess tape from the panels.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 09 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444819755\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3326\/3444819755_822ef72d3b.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 09\" width=\"500\" height=\"328\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 9 <\/strong>Remove the excess tape<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Mount the steering wheel on a toothpick to provide it a means to be painted. Use a small amount of glue to keep it in place then place the other end into a piece of putty like Blu-Tack\u00c2\u00ae or something similar for a base.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 10 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444819799\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3640\/3444819799_c2de30f736.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 10\" width=\"500\" height=\"263\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 10 <\/strong>Mount the steering wheel<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Place all of the mounted pieces that will be primed on a piece of cardboard. This will allow you to pick it up and rotate it to facilitate painting from different angles as needed.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 11 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444819891\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3337\/3444819891_9a66d5eecf.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 11\" width=\"500\" height=\"396\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 11 <\/strong>Place all the parts on a piece of cardboard<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Turning our attention back to the body now that it is dry, assemble the rear spoiler using the locating holes as shown. A small amount of cryanoacrylate (super) glue can be used to keep it in place.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 12 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444819963\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3664\/3444819963_6e62db7260.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 12\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 12 <\/strong>Assemble the rear spoiler<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Use a tack cloth to remove any dust that may have settled onto the body while it was drying.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 13 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444820051\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3567\/3444820051_e24c1c2767.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 13\" width=\"500\" height=\"302\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 13 <\/strong>Use a tack cloth on the body<br \/>\n\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2 &#8211; Paint and Finish<\/strong><br \/>\n\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Place the body back on the wire rack and adjust the lighting so that you can see it properly.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 14 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445636814\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3414\/3445636814_923d85cc40.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 14\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 14<\/strong> &#8211; Ready to prime<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Make the first coats of paint very light &#8220;tack&#8221; coats to set up later coats for good adhesion. Spray painting should be done in successive layers to ensure that paint covers well but doesn&#8217;t run or sag. Include the outside mirrors as you paint the body as well.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 15 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445636896\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3572\/3445636896_dcfbffbc99.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 15\" width=\"500\" height=\"308\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 15<\/strong> &#8211; First tack coat of primer<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 After a few tack coats that gradually even out the coverage you can begin adding some &#8220;wet&#8221; coats that will end up giving you a good base to paint the finish coats over. Use a primer color that is closest to the shade of your color coat. In this case both the primer and finish colors were white. Between coats at this stage begin light sanding of the body paying particular attention to any imperfections that may have been introduced from the spraying process, dust or handling.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 16 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444820289\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3377\/3444820289_2fc38cfeaa.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 16\" width=\"500\" height=\"265\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 16<\/strong> &#8211; Final primer coat<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Give the body a final, light sanding after the primer is sufficiently dry then wipe it off with a soft cloth and then with a tack cloth prior to color coats.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 17 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445637020\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3330\/3445637020_c70a8f6c6a.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 17\" width=\"500\" height=\"312\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 17<\/strong> &#8211; Sand the primer coats<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Use the same process as the primer coats to spray the color coats with the exception of in-between sanding. Gradually buildup the color coats after initial tack coats and final wet coats until a smooth even finish is achieved. Once that is completed leave the body in a covered area like a large cardboard box to dry. Additionally, paint the outside mirrors as well.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 18 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445637104\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3377\/3445637104_b3b28326e8.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 18\" width=\"500\" height=\"419\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 18<\/strong> &#8211; Add the color coats<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Let&#8217;s get back to the other parts and spray them with primer paint in much same manner as the body. Start with tack coats and gradually buildup the coverage until wet coats can be applied. It isn&#8217;t usually necessary to sand small parts between coats unless obvious defects need to be addressed.\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 19 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445637180\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3357\/3445637180_c841a12363.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 19\" width=\"500\" height=\"294\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 19<\/strong> &#8211; Primer spray the other parts<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Remove the taped off areas for the contrasting panels and center console. It&#8217;s a good idea not to wait too long after spraying the paint to remove the tape. After the paint has set (about 30 minutes) remove the tape.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 20 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444820551\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3350\/3444820551_267e64b595.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 20\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 20<\/strong> &#8211; Remove the masking tape<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 The interior sections can be detailed in many ways but I&#8217;ve chosen to keep this part fairly simple so as not to take away from the exterior detailing that we&#8217;ll do later.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 21 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444820617\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3379\/3444820617_9751cc4843.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 21\" width=\"500\" height=\"302\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 21<\/strong> &#8211; Interior paint<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Now it&#8217;s time to do some detailing with some red color brush paint. Use a small brush to add the red to the front and rear seatbelt latches and brake calipers.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 22 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445637424\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3576\/3445637424_99bd922103.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 22\" width=\"500\" height=\"245\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 22<\/strong> &#8211; Add a splash of red<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Detail the brake assemblies by painting the rotors silver or aluminum and then the outward lobes of the calipers gold.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 23 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445637476\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3595\/3445637476_b0b58461ec.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 23\" width=\"500\" height=\"294\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 23<\/strong> &#8211; Detail the brake assemblies<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Remove the instrument panel stickers from the kit&#8217;s sticker sheet and add them to the instrument cluster of the dash panel by placing them in the nacelles and pressing them into place.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 24 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445637552\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3324\/3445637552_79c26012f1.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 24\" width=\"500\" height=\"278\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 24<\/strong> &#8211; Add the gauge stickers to the instrument panel<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Assemble the steering wheel onto the instrument panel. I recommend a drop of model glue here to affix the unit.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 25 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445637626\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3350\/3445637626_3859528590.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 25\" width=\"500\" height=\"361\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 25<\/strong> &#8211; Assemble the steering wheel<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Put small amounts of glue on the bottom of the seat tabs and push the seats into place noting which one&#8217;s are the driver&#8217;s and passenger&#8217;s seats.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 26 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444821027\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3318\/3444821027_13c93cafbd.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 26\" width=\"500\" height=\"289\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 26<\/strong> &#8211; Assemble the seats<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Assemble the dashboard to the driver&#8217;s door panel and then add the right door panel.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 27 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445637762\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3402\/3445637762_5bef9ed206.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 27\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 27<\/strong> &#8211; Assemble the dash and side boards<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Place the unit into the passenger section using the locating tabs. I suggest a small amount of adhesive to make sure the parts stay in place.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 28 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445637804\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3390\/3445637804_1701bff5b3.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 28\" width=\"500\" height=\"259\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 28<\/strong> &#8211; Assemble the passenger compartment<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Place the turn signal indicator stickers onto the designated area on your model and press them into place. Amber goes in front and red is in back.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 29 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444821263\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3545\/3444821263_6b7307a40b.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 29\" width=\"500\" height=\"356\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 29<\/strong> &#8211; Place the turn signal indicators<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Go over the exterior with your tack cloth and place the body back on the wire rack for a clear coat. As with other coats of paint start out light with tack coats and finish with a few wet coats to bring out the shine and seal on the details you&#8217;ve added.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 30 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445637918\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3584\/3445637918_e985b68ff5.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 30\" width=\"500\" height=\"230\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 30<\/strong> &#8211; Spray on a clear coat<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Add a little thinner to some silver paint and brush on the mirror faces of the side mirrors. The thinner will allow the paint to flow into the mirror depressions and coat the area to fill it in properly.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 31 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444821385\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3319\/3444821385_af1d880625.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 31\" width=\"500\" height=\"399\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 31<\/strong> &#8211; Paint the mirror faces<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Assemble the outside mirrors to the body by pressing the locating posts into place in the appropriate openings.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 32 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445639372\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3625\/3445639372_142b269c4f.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 32\" width=\"500\" height=\"204\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 32<\/strong> &#8211; Add the outside mirrors<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Paint the grill emblem gold and set aside to dry or use the included sticker.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 33 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444821457\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3626\/3444821457_826bb9b1f8.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 33\" width=\"500\" height=\"247\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 33<\/strong> &#8211; Detail the grill<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Tape off the seam between the rear quarter panel and roll pan. Cut off the excess and peel it away from the roll pan area. Give it a light sanding and choose a dark to medium gray paint to brush on.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 34 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445638090\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3348\/3445638090_8c27f035dd.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 34\" width=\"500\" height=\"418\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 34<\/strong> &#8211; Mask off the quarters and valance from the rear roll pan<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Thin down the paint a bit so that it flows well and after it has set (about an hour) peel off the tape.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 35 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445638206\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3416\/3445638206_c9e659bebd.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 35\" width=\"500\" height=\"355\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 35<\/strong> &#8211; Peel off the masking tape<br \/>\n\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3 &#8211; Assembly<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0<br \/>\n\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Now we can begin final assembly of the model. Add the rear taillight fixtures and exhaust flares. Note that I added a little flat black paint to the &#8220;ports&#8221; in the flares for realism.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 36 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445638260\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3538\/3445638260_5a77836f9c.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 36\" width=\"500\" height=\"317\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 36 &#8211; <\/strong>Add the taillights and exhaust flares<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Now add the front end grillwork and headlights and driving lamps according to the manufacturer&#8217;s instructions. I&#8217;ve also painted the center emblem gold in back too but the included stickers for those features are easy to apply for a nice look too.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 37 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444821765\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3549\/3444821765_706a619828.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 37\" width=\"500\" height=\"266\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 37 &#8211; <\/strong>Add the frontend assemblies<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Use a permanent marker to highlight the wiper blades on the windshield glass then place it into the body shell on its locating pegs. Use a small amount of glue to secure it there.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 38 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445638434\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3364\/3445638434_d71b206fdb.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 38\" width=\"500\" height=\"278\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 38 &#8211; <\/strong>Highlight the wiper blades<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Place the passenger tub onto the chassis and locate the body over them. Turn the unit over and fasten the chassis to the body with four screws that are included in the kit.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 39 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444821891\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3572\/3444821891_56012c1258.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 39\" width=\"500\" height=\"290\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 39 &#8211; <\/strong>Assemble the body to the chassis<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Assemble the tires to the wheels. Please note that they are different widths. The wider tires will go on the rear. Place the axles into one of the front and rear wheel assemblies. Press them firmly into the wheels until they seat.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 40 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445638582\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3334\/3445638582_0d3532b449.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 40\" width=\"500\" height=\"353\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 40 &#8211; <\/strong>Assemble the axles into the wheels<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Slide the assembled wheel and axles into the appropriate chassis slots (front or rear) then push the other wheel on to the axle from the other side.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 41 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3445638672\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3566\/3445638672_061f3edee4.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 41\" width=\"500\" height=\"389\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 41 &#8211; <\/strong>Install the wheels<strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Standing alone, this is already a beautiful replica of the 2006 concept car. With stunning retro-styling and phat tires it would be a great replica all by itself but just wait and see what happens with a few carefully chosen details added to the paint scheme.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 42 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444822131\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3309\/3444822131_06b0c272a1.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 42\" width=\"500\" height=\"273\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 42 &#8211; <\/strong>The assembled model<strong><\/strong><br \/>\n\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4 &#8211; Decals and Emblems<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Included with this kit are some great looking stickers and these could be applied &#8220;as is&#8221; but if you&#8217;re looking for a really great looking model that is color keyed to your favorite sport team&#8217;s logos and colors you&#8217;ll have to buy some after-market stickers and make some modifications to the kit versions.<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 I started by simply typing out &#8220;2009 NCAA CHAMPIONS&#8221; on my computer photo editing software and choosing UNC blue for the text color and placed them over each of the rear wheel wells. I made decals from the printout using an inkjet printer and some Testor&#8217;s\u00c2\u00ae decal paper.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 43 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444822185\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3319\/3444822185_8d81547e97.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 43\" width=\"500\" height=\"301\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 43 &#8211; <\/strong>The &#8220;champions&#8221; decal<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Next I added a UNC collegiate license plate (available on the North Carolina State&#8217;s site) and made a decal out of the sample plate and attached it with a little model cement.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 44 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444822243\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3610\/3444822243_74e5cacf48.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 44\" width=\"500\" height=\"348\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 44 &#8211; <\/strong>UNC plate decal<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 The next step takes a little effort but it&#8217;s well worth it. I scanned the original kit stickers in and changed the color in my photo software to UNC blue, then once again printed it out on my color inkjet printer using decal paper. You could also substitute these printer options for some of the other stickers available in the college sticker set.<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 45 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444822315\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3547\/3444822315_df68670698.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 45\" width=\"500\" height=\"306\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 45 &#8211; <\/strong>UNC blue decal stripes<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Finally, I purchased a set of collegiate logo stickers and started choosing the best ones to adorn my model turning into a &#8220;Sports Spectacular&#8221; and you can too!<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 46 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444822431\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3611\/3444822431_c6560e2154.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 46\" width=\"500\" height=\"434\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 46 &#8211; <\/strong>UNC collegiate sticker set<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Here it is in &#8220;Sports Spectacular&#8221; form &#8211; your testament to sports mania. Display it proudly whenever you watch the game or just keep it on the mantle for everyone to see 24\/7!<br \/>\n<a title=\"Figure 47 by dougcole2000, on Flickr\" href=\"http:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/29474631@N04\/3444822581\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/farm4.static.flickr.com\/3344\/3444822581_b098e5d9be.jpg\" alt=\"Figure 47\" width=\"500\" height=\"321\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Figure 47 &#8211; <\/strong>Sports Spectacular<\/p>\n<p><strong>List of Project Items<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>\u00c2\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a style=\"&quot;border:none\" title=\"Revell Concept Camaro\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B000JSNYU6?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=wwwdreamwithg-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B000JSNYU6&quot;&gt;1\/25 Snap, Camaro Concept Car&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;img src=\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">Revell\u00c2\u00ae Snap-Tite<sup> TM<\/sup> Model Kit #85-1944<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a title=\"College Stickers\" href=\"http:\/\/www.segwaycollection.com\/collogsticse.html\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">College sticker Set<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Hobby knife with #11 scalpel-type blade<\/p>\n<p>Phillips head small (3.0mm) screwdriver<\/p>\n<p>Soft toothbrush<\/p>\n<p>Blu-Tack\u00c2\u00ae adhesive<\/p>\n<p>Small paint brush suitable for enamels<\/p>\n<p>Testor&#8217;s\u00c2\u00ae Brand Gloss Spray Enamel<\/p>\n<p>Plastic Primer Spray Paint<\/p>\n<p>Semi-gloss clear coat spray enamel<\/p>\n<p>Clear coat spray enamel<\/p>\n<p>Cryanoacrylate adhesive<\/p>\n<p>Five-minute epoxy<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"&quot;border:none\" title=\"Tamiya Tape\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B0000WRZZQ?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=wwwdreamwithg-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=B0000WRZZQ&quot;&gt;Masking Tape, 6mm&lt;\/a&gt;&lt;img src=\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">Tamiya\u00c2\u00ae Model Tape<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Model Master\u00c2\u00ae Go Mango enamel<\/p>\n<p>Testor&#8217;s\u00c2\u00ae Custom Decal System #9198<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>*Clicking highlighted links above will transfer you to a purchase site for that item.<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Copyright 2009 Right On! Replicas, LLC (RoR). All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced in any manner without its written permission.\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>* All registered trademarks denoted with the &#8220;\u00c2\u00ae&#8221; or &#8220;<sup>TM<\/sup>&#8221; symbol are the property of their respective trademark holders.\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00c2\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!-- try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker(\"UA-7543364-1\"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(err) {} \/\/ --><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Project 0011 &#8211; Sports Spectacular \u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0\u00c2\u00a0 Lurking inside every avid sports fan is that creative maniac that yearns to let the entire world know they eat, sleep and dream about their favorite team. Wouldn&#8217;t you love to see the looks on their faces as you pull into the driveway to pickup the guys for the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":16,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-232","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/232","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=232"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/232\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":243,"href":"http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/232\/revisions\/243"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/16"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.rightonreplicas.com\/blog\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=232"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}