This has been the worst kit I've had the pleasure to deal with. I didn't realize that it was an old release from the early 80's. The mold lines were bad. The fenders were badly warped.The glass wasn't fully developed, neither were the headlights. Overall I'll give this one a -5 out of 10.
This one took a little bit more time to set up. I actually bought this as a show car for the model show in Chattanooga, however, once I opened it, I knew it wasn't going to happen.
Using some tape, I had to tape the hood to the fenders in order to help position them to the body. Then they were partially glued into place, so I could see what all had to be done.
Using some putty, I filled in the panel lines between the fender and doors and along the top of the fenders. After letting it harden for a few days, I began sanding to make it a bit more presentable and smooth. I also rescribed the body lines to bring them back. Though I originally was going to make a drag car, I had some left over Testors Extreme lacquer in Racing Blue. So I decided that I would make the Saturday night ice cream drive build with a stance from hell.
The paint actually cured for about two weeks. Only due to real world issues. But like always, with the clear coat screwed things up. Seems the issue only happens with the Testors Extreme Wet Look clear. It bubbled the paint over the driver side fender well and above the driver side rain catch. I really need to look into decanting this. I really like the looks when it works right.
Don't have enough left, I was miserable and said oh well. I wasn't going to stript it. After all was said and done, I "kinda" got the nova I want to take to the ice cream shop on Saturday night.
Finished up the chrome work with the last of my BMF. Covered the rims in Tamiya accent liner to dull them a bit.
