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Mercedes-Benz 300SL (Tamiya 1/24), "Fat Boy" restomod

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  • PauliusLiekis
    • Jan 2024
    • 50

    #1

    Mercedes-Benz 300SL (Tamiya 1/24), "Fat Boy" restomod

    Here is another attempt to modify a model. For this one I decided to give it modern wheels, wider arcs, a chopped-off roof, make a shorter windshield, spoilers, and a custom storage area. I used a Bamboo 3D printer to make the new parts.

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    The photos could be better. I need a better camera. And more patience

    I know I made tyres too thin. It looked ok in 3DsMax, but looks like wagon wheels in reality D Making them slightly thicker would make it more realistic. I also struggled with the finish of the model - used Lucky Varnish from AMMO. Turns out it's really bad if you need to use sandpaper on it or decal thinners - it just starts peeling off. Never again

    It also feels like there are too few colors. Especially when compared to my other models. The cabin floor is actually lint of slightly different color, but looking back I should have picked some more contrasting color.
  • Steven000
    SMF Supporters
    • Aug 2018
    • 2826
    • Steven
    • Belgium

    #2
    A fine model with nice modifications ?
    I hope you were able to fix it when it fell of the table. Cheers

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    • HAWKERHUNTER
      SMF Supporters
      • Feb 2012
      • 1562
      • Steve
      • Halifax, West Yorks.

      #3
      Very nice. I take it these pictures were taken pre accident.
      Steve

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      • scottie3158
        SMF Supporters
        • Apr 2018
        • 14201
        • Paul
        • Holbeach

        #4
        Nicely done, that's a great result.

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        • PauliusLiekis
          • Jan 2024
          • 50

          #5
          Yeah, these pictures are taken pre-accident. Although, I managed to fix it to an acceptable level. Sure some "scars" are visible on closer inspection, but overall it's ok:Click image for larger version

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          • Steven000
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            Great way to display the models, love it ?
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