Newsletter 602: BlackFebruary 7^th, 2024

Anaerobic cyanoacrylate glue, served in a 21-gram bottle, is ideal for modeling, and has the particularity of being black. The Colle 21 Black is extremely resistant, and joins the pieces in just 10/15 seconds with continuous pressure of the 2 pieces. Ideal for natural rubber, metal, ceramic, wood, leather, cardboard and plastic. After use, the nozzle can be easily cleaned with acetone. For greater durability, it is recommended to keep the product at a temperature of about 16/17 degrees.

Flex 21 is an elastic and flexible adhesive, with good adaptability to any type of soft material, cracks or gaps. Thanks to its tip, Flex 21 allows precise, fast and effective gluing. Flex 21 also works perfectly as an adhesive for TPE (Thermoplastic Elastomer), glass and plexiglass. The product comes with a precision blue cannula for obtaining micro-droplets. It is recommended to store Flex 21 at room temperature, and it is estimated that once opened it lasts approximately 12 months.

Decals for Good Year tires in 1/20 scale, only for the most demanding modelers. The look once placed on your tires is absolutely fantastic. The height of the letters is 2.4 mm.

Set of 20 push-buttons with protective casing used for automatic activation of the extinguishing system, which in some models even entails deactivating the electrical supply. Made in 1/24 scale and manufactured using 3D printing, they include a decal sheet with the corresponding anagrams indicating the extinguishing system. With the usual quality of Decalcas products, and the convenience of not needing the use of primer, avoiding the loss of detail of the pieces, you will only have to paint and assemble the pieces on your scale model.

Complete 1/12 scale chain gear drive set that includes 3 rear sprockets with different dimensions (35, 37 and 49 teeth), a 15-tooth front drive sprocket, 156 links, and different nuts and screws to detail the anchoring of the pinion and crown. Whether you are making a scratch motorcycle or want to improve the chain transmission of a kit, this chain set will make your work have a greater dose of realism. Build the chain link by link in a few minutes and with the length you need, cut and detail the sprocket and crown according to the design of your model and mount the tightening nuts on them, assembling the chain gear drive with total ease since it has been designed for a precise fit. What a great idea on the part of Decalcas!

The first Beemax reference at 1/12 scale is quite a bombshell. Nothing more and nothing less than the beautiful Camel yellow version of the Lotus with which Senna won the 1987 Monaco Grand Prix. The model includes some innovative details, such as the suspension arms made of metal, and has extensive detailing of both the chassis and engine. A real pass!

20 rotary or lever key actuators used to cut off the power supply, manufactured using 3D printing at a 1/24 scale. A decal sheet with electrical cut-off indicator anagrams is also included. With the usual quality of Decalcas products, and the convenience of not needing the use of primer, avoiding the loss of detail of the pieces, you will only have to paint and assemble the pieces on your scale model.

Decoration to reproduce the Fiat 131 Abarth sponsored by Olio Fiat with which Markku Alen took victory in the 1000 Lakes Rally in 1976. The decal sheet is designed for the Fiat 131 Abarth kits by Italeri, Revell and ESCI .

The Jaguar XJ200 was rarely seen in competition. Officially, it only raced at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1993 and 1995, but some examples were seen in private hands in both the British and Italian Championships, which is precisely where the version that this kit allows to be made was raced. This XJ220 was slightly modified compared to the road car, and did not have factory support, but it did feature iconic decoration thanks to its main sponsor, Martini. The kit includes the BBS wheels that it used in competition, as well as a specific competition interior with seat, steering wheel, fire extinguisher and door panels. In addition, the kit allows the complete engine to be made, which will be visible through the rear engine cover.

The kit has new parts to assemble the front and rear fenders and headlights to recreate the roadster version.

This reissue of the kit has been revised by Italeri, with new parts. Among the changes made, the steering system has been updated and the design of the door hinges has been improved, which can be opened as well as the front and rear hoods. A great kit that will allow you to reproduce this authentic icon on four wheels and one of the symbols of "made in Italy".

Transkit to almost completely transform the Ferrari 126C2 Fujimi kit and turn it into a much more faithful reproduction of the single seater used by Ferrari in the last races of the 1982 season, where it won the constructors' title with up to 4 drivers in its ranks, after the tragic loss of Gilles Villeneuve. New parts for the floor, monocoque, bodywork, rims, brakes, radiators, parts for the upper part of the engine... to which we must add a complete sheet of decals and photo-etched parts. Whether or not you are a Ferrari fan, what a blast!

Resin kit of the McLaren MP4/20 with which Kimi Räikkönen fought for the World Championship in the 2005 season, winning up to 7 races throughout the season. His teammate, Juan Pablo Montoya, obtained 3 other victories. The kit includes a resin body, rubber tires, turned metal wheels, a multitude of white metal parts, such as suspensions, brakes or wings, and a multitude of small details thanks to the photo-etched plate. The decals include the names and numbers of the other two drivers who competed in a GP in Montoya's place.

Blue color tone similar to that used by Fiat in the Abarth 695 SS. This reference has been made to be used especially in Tamiya kits.

There are cars that become icons, and without a doubt the Mercedes 300SL Coupé, with its gull-wing-shaped doors, from which its nickname comes, and its powerful engine, which made it the fastest sports car of its time, It is one of them. Thanks to Ixo Collections, you can now assemble your own replica of this little piece of automotive history, with a kit where each element, each color tone and each line is reproduced with absolute precision. The kit contains 602 plastic and metal parts, all of them pre-painted and ready to be assembled. Once assembly is complete, the doors open revealing its elegant interior, the engine hood lifts revealing its impressive engine, and the trunk lid opens to reveal the spare wheel. And if all this were not enough, it has functions to control the sound of the engine and the activation of the front and rear lights. An exceptional reproduction with extreme attention to detail.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces one of the impressive transformations of RWB, the acronym for Rauh-Welt Begriff, a prestigious tuner within the Porsche community. Based on the Porsche 911 993, this model has widened wheel arches, huge wheels and a rear spoiler like those used on the competition versions, which makes it even more spectacular.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the BMW 635 CSI Group A of the Brun team used by Hans-Joachim Stuck in some races of the 1984 European Touring Car Championship.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Porsche 911 RSR 2.8 that participated in the 1973 edition of the Tour de France Automobile, although it had to be retired during the race.

Assembled collector's model that reproduces the version of the Alpine A110 1600S that participated in the 1972 edition of the Rallye Automobile de Monte-Carlo, finishing in a delayed thirty-third position after having led the rally in its early stages.

Set to configure up to three different steering wheels, with 3 or four arms depending on the central part you choose from the photo-etched plate. And you can even assemble a fourth design if you put the extra resin piece that simulates the central padding/airbag on top of the four-arm photo-etched design. The attention to detail is spectacular, as demonstrated by the fact that one of the pieces to assemble is the central button of the horn, and thanks to the decal sheet also included, you can customize it with some of the best-known manufacturers, such as Momo or Raid.

Set to configure up to three different sport steering wheels, which we can find in many competition cars. The final design of the steering wheel will depend on the central part you choose from the photo-etched plate. The attention to detail is spectacular, as demonstrated by the fact that one of the parts to assemble is the central button of the horn, and that thanks to the decal sheet also included, you can customize with some of the best-known manufacturers, such as Momo or Raid .

Perhaps because they are built with more logic and less from passion, some of the Japanese supercars do not have the same cachet as the models of some other supercar brands, but what is widely demonstrated is that at the level of performance, the Japanese have nothing to envy the most renowned European models. And the Nissan GT-R, heir to the almighty Skyline, equipped with a powerful 3.8-liter biturbo V6 engine, was a monster. The kit contains approximately 515 plastic and metal parts, all of them pre-painted and ready to be assembled. Once the assembly is completed, the doors open revealing their interior, as does the engine hood and the trunk lid. As is usual in Ixo Collections models, it has functions to control the engine sound and the activation of the front and rear lights. An exceptional reproduction with extreme attention to detail.

New time limited re-edition of this spectacular American crane truck based on a Ford 9000. If you like it, do not miss it!!

Nothing better than a good semi-trailer to complement any of Italieri's trucks cabs. On this occasion, we can opt for two different decorations, and take advantage of its detailed chassis, including the rubber wheels and the side impact protection system.

New version of the Volvo FH 16 Globetrotter 4x2 made by Italeri with all the usual parts listing of the trucks of the brand. Includes fuly detailed interior, chassis, engine, and an extensive sheet of decals.

New edition of the Scania R730 V8 Streamline by Italeri, including a mind blowing parts listing of the entire cabin, along with an absolutely fantastic decal sheet.

New version of the Scania 143H, now in the 3-axis variant. Includes the usual Italeri parts listing, spectacular water decals, detailed engine, etc.

Chain and gear assembly to replace the parts of the Tamiya Honda RC213V kit. Printed using 3D technology, the chain is open allowing the insertion of the front and rear sprockets without any difficulty. The front and rear sprockets as well as the crown detailing screws are printed as separate parts.