I
confess, I still use spray paint out of a can. I feel comfortable
doing it that way, rather than using an airbrush, and many
of todays model spray paints are available in quite a few
color variations.
When I build a kit, I typically start off by painting as
many parts as I can. If a particular tree can use the same
color, I will paint it all at one time. I paint every part
on a model kit. Even if you can't see it after the kit is
assembled.
To prep the body and nose piece, I removed some extremely
fine mold lines. I then washed it in soap and water to clean
off fingerprints, mold release, and dust. The real RX3 Wagon
my family had was a bright shade of blue, and Testor's
French Blue makes a good match.
I first spray the inside of the body, using a folded coat
hander to hold it in my hand (use small pieces of masking
tape to make sure the body doesn't come loose!). I do this,
because I want to make sure the model is painted inside
and out. This also let's me see how the paint will appear
inside, and in a rare case, if it doesn't look good, I can
change my paint choice for the outside. After the paint
dries a bit, I take it off the hanger, and if touchup is
needed, I spray my body color in a small dish to use a brush.
Once the body has the coat of paint on the inside, I do
the outside. Again I use a coat hanger to hold the body.
In order for the nose piece to have the same consistent
color as the rest of the body, I have used masking tape
to temporarily hold it on. I spray the color in nice even
pans across the body, with a few minutes in between. This
builds up to a smooth even solid color, across the entire
piece.
Mazda
RX-7 and RX-8 - A limited edition book of reprinted automotive
magazine articles. Reproduced in photocopier quality this
title is not generally available in the book trade or from
the larger specialists and includes much hard-to-find information.
Mazda
RX-7 1978-91 Gold Portfolio - On its introduction in 1978
the rotary-engined RX-7 was a revelation. It was stylish,
quick; smooth and the handling was agile. Power was boosted
in 1981 to 115bhp which English racing driver Vic Elford increased
with the addition of a turbo. The second generation models
were introduced in 1986 with a completely restyled body and
engine modifications that took the power output to 148bhp.
Two years later the Mazda RX-7 Turbo had 200bhp and also the
option of a convertible body. The normally aspirated cars
ceased in 1989 with the Turbo remaining until 1992. This is
a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, driver's
impressions, specification and technical data, long-term tests,
buying used, racing, special tuning. Models covered include:
GS, BAE Turbo, GSL, Kent RX, Elford RX Turbo, GSL SE, DTSS,
Turbo, Convertible, GTU, Infini IV.
Mazda
RX-7 Performance Handbook - Following a historical overview
of RX-7 evolution to the present, the author presents a series
of tried-and-true modifications for suspension and chassis,
brakes, drivetrain, body, interior, and the RX-7s innovative
Wankel rotary engine. Fully illustrated, this guidebook also
features restoration and modification plans specifically tailored
for high-performance street applications.
Wankel
Rotary Engine: A History - This is the best up-to-date
source of information on the commercial history of the Wankel
rotary engine. The book is well-organized, well-written, interesting,
and informative.
Mazda
Rx-7 Sports Car Color History - for RX-7 enthusiasts.
Provides a great history of and timeline of its progress.
High quality. Well written by a John Matras.
RX-7:
Mazda's Rotary Sportscar - An absolutely amazing book.
Some of the most in-depth insight into this superb production
automobile. It covers the inception of Mazda (and the effects
of WWII on the company - based in Hiroshima) to the modern
developments of the RX-8 and the Renesis engine (and a wealth
of RX-7 facts in between). If you have ever wondered about
the history, evolution, and the future of this impressive
sportscar... Here is the source of your answers (has great
photos, too!).
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