Newsletter 510: The chain we were all waiting for

Set of parts for replacing the chain assembly of the Tamiya Suzuki GSX-RR in 1/12 scale. It includes the pinion, chainring, fixing nuts, chain and closing link, which facilitates the paint job. The extreme detail with which this set is designed and manufactured allows for greater realism to the model, since you can actually see the gap between the plates and the rivets in the links, and all the holes, teeth and marks are detailed in the chainring and pinion, also featuring a really easy assembly for any modeler.

Black tone formulated as the one used in the Pontiac Firebird Trans Am. It is the ideal tone to decorate the models of Monogram, MPC, Hasegawa and Revell.

The Nissan Skyline GT-R R32 Gr.A not only won races in Japan, but also achieved important victories in other events, such as the 24 hours of Spa or the Guia Race de Macau. This is precisely the version chosen by Shunko Models for this decal sheet, sponsored by Castrol, and with which Masahiro Hasemi achieved victory in the 1990 edition.

Do NOT miss this reedition of these magnificent decals by Shunko, to be used with the absolutely discontinued Audi Quattro scale model kit by Tamiya.

The Group C vehicles were very famous in the 80s and 90s, so much so that there were national championships to race with these circuit monsters, as happened in Japan within the JSPC. There were many Japanese teams that, in addition, took advantage of the WEC world championship races in Japan to measure themselves against the best teams in the world. The Omron team's Porsche 962C finished the 1988 WEC race at Fuji in second place, and the following year in the JSPC it took victory in the second race, also at Fuji. These Shunko decals can be used as a replacement for the original Hasegawa kit decals of the same version, or used to modify any of the other Hasegawa 962C references.

Decoration of the Ford GT40 for replacing the decals of the Fujimi kit.

Shunko has decided to reproduce the most relevant decorations of the Nissan Skyline GT-R used by the different teams in the Japanese Touring Car Championship (JTCC). On this occasion it is the turn of the NISMO team, which, sponsored by Kyoseki won two victories in the 1992 season and one more in the 1993 season. The versions of the decal allow to complete the decorations used in the second race of 1992 held in the Autopolis circuit and in the sixth of 1993 held in Tsukuba, those in which the NIsmo #55 reached the finish line in first position.

After its appearance in the previous season, the HKS team attacked the 1993 JTCC season with more confidence, taking victory in the third round at Sugo. That season they used a very striking decoration that became a myth, later being used in other cars and being totally recognizable. This decal sheet is suitable for any of the references of the Tamiya kit, and also serves as a replacement for the HKS version of said manufacturer.

Complete decoration, including the tobacco logos, of the Williams FW16 during its participation in the second race of the 1994 season held at the Japanese circuit of Aïda, in what was called the Pacific Grand Prix, a race in which the Williams team luck was not on his side, with Senna retiring after being caught at the start by Hakkinen, and Hill suffering the same fate with a gearbox failure after climbing back to second. An essential decal to complete the decoration of the Fujimi kit as it competed in the race.

Decals to complete the version of the Lancer Evo II that occupied the first two places in the 1995 Rally Sweden, where Kenneth Eriksson climbed to the highest step of the podium. A complete decal sheet that includes, in addition to all the logos and numbers for both Mitsubishi Ralliart team cars, the necessary decals for the interior, including the driver and co-driver names for the bucket seats and the dashboard dials.

This magnificent Italeri box includes precut mirror vinyl, one bottle of acrylic paint with the actual truck tone, one piece rubber tyres, sprues with chrome parts, spectacular decals, and an extensive parts break up including the whole engine and cabin interior.

A new edition of the Scania R730 V8 Streamline Silver Griffin version by Italeri with new moulds, including Italy printed impressive decals, precut printed chromed vinyls, fully detailed engine, chasis and interior, and a pile of chromed parts. What are you waiting for!!

This Italeri scale model reproduces the Scania S730 Highline 4x2. Includes engine, suspension, and cab interior. It has the detailed front grille and the interior is finished with a full range of equipment such as seats and dashboard; the cab can be tilted up once completed, and the chassis reproduces all the details of the real vehicle, such as the drive system and suspension. Photoetched parts are included.

Tameo's reedition of this scale model of the Surtees TS9, originally designed and released by This Way Up, including exactly the same parts and characteristics of the original product.

Blue tone similar to that used in French Gendarmerie vehicles.

Blue color tone used in the Bugatti Type 35. It is the ideal tone to paint Italeri and Model Factory Hiro scale models.

Blue tone similar to that used in the BMW M3 of the Kegani Racing Team sponsored by B-Ing. It is the ideal tone to decorate the Nunu model.

Photo-etched parts, antennas and seatbelt fabric, all for the BMW M3 E30 scale model kit by Beemax / Aoshima / Nunu / Platz. It can be used with any of the different track versions of the car, but it is not valid for rally versions.

Cotton swabs we've all used in modeling, but why not use something specifically designed? Pressed cotton that does not fray when used, maintaining the properties of cotton, and with different shapes to be able to remove paint, polish, clean, etc., with precision from the most complicated and less accessible areas. The design of these swabs ends in a triangular shape of extra fine size .

Cotton swabs we've all used in modeling, but why not use something specifically designed? Pressed cotton that does not fray when used, maintaining the properties of cotton, and with different shapes to be able to remove paint, polish, clean, etc., with precision from the most complicated and less accessible areas. The design of these swabs ends in a triangular shape of small size .

Cotton swabs we've all used in modeling, but why not use something specifically designed? Pressed cotton that does not fray when used, maintaining the properties of cotton, and with different shapes to be able to remove paint, polish, clean, etc., with precision from the most complicated and less accessible areas. The design of these swabs ends in a round shape of extra fine size .

Cotton swabs we've all used in modeling, but why not use something specifically designed? Pressed cotton that does not fray when used, maintaining the properties of cotton, and with different shapes to be able to remove paint, polish, clean, etc., with precision from the most complicated and less accessible areas. The design of those swabs ends in a round shape of small size .

Cotton swabs we've all used in modeling, but why not use something specifically designed? Pressed cotton that does not fray when used, maintaining the properties of cotton, and with different shapes to be able to remove paint, polish, clean, etc., with precision from the most complicated and less accessible areas. The design of those swabs ends in a medium sized triangular shape .

Volkswagen Transporter T2 interior door panels, designed for use with the Hasegawa model, and made from 0.2mm nickel-plated brass. They perfectly mimic the diamond pattern of vinyl upholstery, and the depth of the gravure pattern allows for easy volume. Give a touch of style to the interior of your T2!

Volkswagen Transporter T2 interior door panels, designed for use with the Hasegawa model, and made from 0.2mm nickel-plated brass. They perfectly mimic the design of vinyl upholstery, and include the hole for the window regulator handle and the contour fastening rivets. Give a touch of quality to the interior of your T2!

Rare is the 1/20 scale Formula 1 kit from Tamiya that does not have its corresponding photo-etched parts from Studio27 for its detailing, and the McLaren Mercedes MP4713 with which Mika Häkinnen became champion in 1998, achieving 8 victories during the season, was not going to be less. Harnesses, radiators, various rivets, bargeboards, are some of the pieces included in this set.

Tamiya has always been a reference with its models, just as Studio27 is with its photo etched plates. The combination of both is therefore ideal, and to help detail your Tamiya Tyrrell Honda 020, this wonderful photo-etched sheet has everything you need for the most visible elements, such as the front and rear wing side panels, the latter with its characteristic curved interior panels, as well as the radiator grilles with their frames, among many other details.

Photo-etched plate with everything necessary to detail the Tamiya model of the Peugeot 206 WRC, especially the 2002 versions, since some of the pieces. such as the air grilles on the hood or the front bumper, as well as some of the interior details, correspond to those used in official units from that season on. Details such as the wings incorporated for the large rear wing of the 206 WRC, or the front grille where the Peugeot lion emblem is located, are among those that make the difference, although there are many more!

An essential photo-etched parts sheet for the Ferrari F430 by Fujimi. Includes pedals, grids, belts, wiper blades, brake discs, ...

What better way to pay homage to a legend like Valentino Rossi than to decorate your Ducati Panigalle with a replica of the livery that Luca Marini wore on his Ducati at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix! That is the same thing that Blue Stuff has thought, with a fantastic set of decals, which has also been printed by Cartograf.

That Tamiya made us happy with the launch of the 2020 Suzuki GSX-RR with which Joan Mir became world champion is evident, but motorcycle lovers want more, and thanks to the livery of the 2021 season, no longer there is an excuse not to repeat the model... and with the incentive of the decal it has been printed by Cartograf.

Michelin logos used on the tires of the Moto GP world championship motorcycles from the 2020 season. It includes different numbers and signs used by the teams to mark their tires. These decals have been printed by Cartograf.

Version with the rectangular headlights front grid.

Green tone used to paint parts of the English Formula 1 chassis of the 70s. For example, it was used by McLaren in the M23 and all its variants and later models.

Few cars are as spectacular as the Countach, and if Aoshima allows us to do it with the doors open, and exposing the upper part of the impressive V12 engine, it becomes a delight. A model with many other details to discover, such as the rear lights in translucent red plastic that saves us part of the painting, and that gives them a practically real appearance.

A really good detail-up kit by Aoshima themselves for their own Aventador kit. It includes a photo-etched parts plate, seatbelt fabrics, rear-view mirrors and some other parts in a chromed metal sheet, and floor mats with Lamborghini logos.

Improvement and detail up set by Beemax / Aoshima for the Lambo Diablo GT. It includes grids, brake discs, fans, and many other photoetched parts, turned metal exhaust pipes, and mirrors and Lamborghini badges in adhesive metal.

A new Murcielago by Aoshima, this time the "enhanced version" featuring aerodynamic improvements and redesigned air intakes. Inside the box, you have 11 sprues packed with transparent, black, white and chromed plastic parts for building this gorgeous scale model car.

A really good detail-up kit by Aoshima themselves for their own Aventador kit. It includes a photo-etched parts plate, seatbelt fabrics, rear-view mirrors and some other parts in a chromed metal sheet, and floor mats with Lamborghini logos.

Set including photo-etched parts, metallic badges, and seatbelt fabrics for recreating the harnesses of the Sesto Elemento.

Complete scale model of the Ferrari with which Michael Schumacher was fighting until the last moment for the 2006 championship with Fernando Alonso. Complete reproduction of the aerodynamic part, with its complex front and rear wings, as well as the side deflectors, and of the suspensions and brakes. The detailed mechanical part is the one visible after the assembly of the upper part of the body. The Marlboro decals are not included in the model,

Despite being the single-seater in which Giles Villeneuve unfortunately lost his life, it is still one of the most beautiful in F1, and also successful, with which Ferrari was champion of brands in 1982. A model with 149 pieces to obtain the maximum detail of the model, with chassis, engine and suspensions that are visible by removing the upper part of the bodywork.