Newsletter 655: Happy people!

At the 1970 Le Mans 24 Hours, David Piper, partnered by Gijs van Lennep, entered the race in a striking Porsche 917K maintained by the Finnish team Antii Aarnio-Wihuri (AAW Racing). The car failed to reach the finish line, after suffering an accident and a series of damages due to a puncture, but its livery left no one indifferent. This decal sheet, printed by Cartograf, will allow you to reproduce this version.

Up to 11 colours to choose from for the side stripes for your Tamiya Porsche 911 GT3 RS kit. This reference includes the red stripes, with both long and short stripes. The decal sheet also includes decals for the wings and seats of the "Weissach RS" version, and strips to recreate the stitching to match the colour of the stripes on the passenger compartment upholstery.

Up to 11 colours to choose from for the side stripes for your Tamiya Porsche 911 GT3 RS kit. This reference includes the orange stripes, with both long and short stripes. The decal sheet also includes decals for the wings and seats of the "Weissach RS" version, and strips to recreate the stitching to match the colour of the stripes on the passenger compartment upholstery.

Up to 11 colours to choose from for the side stripes for your Tamiya Porsche 911 GT3 RS kit. This reference includes the yellow stripes, with both long and short stripes. The decal sheet also includes decals for the wings and seats of the "Weissach RS" version, and strips to recreate the stitching to match the colour of the stripes on the passenger compartment upholstery.

Up to 11 colours to choose from for the side stripes for your Tamiya Porsche 911 GT3 RS kit. This reference includes the green stripes, with both long and short stripes. The decal sheet also includes the decals for the wings and seats of the "Weissach RS" version, and strips to recreate the stitching to match the colour of the stripes of the interior upholstery. Also included is the decal for the special emblem of this "tribute" version of the original 1972 Porsche 911 Carrera RS.

Up to 11 colours to choose from for the side stripes for your Tamiya Porsche 911 GT3 RS kit. This reference includes the sky blue stripes, with both long and short stripes. The decal sheet also includes decals for the wings and seats of the "Weissach RS" version, and strips to recreate the stitching to match the colour of the stripes on the passenger compartment upholstery.

Up to 11 colours to choose from for the side stripes for your Tamiya Porsche 911 GT3 RS kit. This reference includes the blue stripes, with both long and short stripes. The decal sheet also includes decals for the wings and seats of the "Weissach RS" version, and strips to recreate the stitching to match the colour of the stripes on the passenger compartment upholstery.

Up to 11 colours to choose from for the side stripes for your Tamiya Porsche 911 GT3 RS kit. This reference includes the indigo stripes, with both long and short stripes. The decal sheet also includes decals for the wings and seats of the "Weissach RS" version, and strips to recreate the stitching to match the colour of the stripes on the passenger compartment upholstery.

Up to 11 colours to choose from for the side stripes for your Tamiya Porsche 911 GT3 RS kit. This reference includes the silver stripes, with both long and short stripes. The decal sheet also includes decals for the wings and seats of the "Weissach RS" version, and strips to recreate the stitching to match the colour of the stripes on the passenger compartment upholstery.

Up to 11 colours to choose from for the side stripes for your Tamiya Porsche 911 GT3 RS kit. This reference includes the white stripes, with both long and short stripes. The decal sheet also includes decals for the wings and seats of the "Weissach RS" version, and strips to recreate the stitching to match the colour of the stripes on the passenger compartment upholstery.

Another colour to add to the other 10 colour options to choose from for the side stripes for your Tamiya Porsche 911 GT3 RS kit. This reference includes the gold coloured ones, with both long and short stripes. The decal sheet also includes decals for the wings and seats of the "Weissach RS" version, and strips to recreate the stitching to match the colour of the upholstery stripes in the cockpit.

Detailing set to improve the final finish of your Nunu BMW M4 GT3 kit. The set includes two photo-etched sheets with elements such as the air intake grilles, the rear spoiler supports, the brake discs or the interior safety nets. It is also planned to include decals with some carbon fiber patterns, although it is yet to be confirmed for which parts.

Detailing set to improve the final finish of your Beemax Porsche 935 kit. The set includes a complete photo-etched sheet with elements such as the different air intake and outlet grilles, including the characteristic curved grille on the front central intake, the access covers to the tanks placed on the front hood, the brake discs or the windscreen wipers.

Gotti tarmac rim set with rubber tyres for Tamiya Renault R5 Turbo kits.

Minilite tarmac rim set with rubber tyres for Tamiya Renault R5 Turbo kits.

Set of two exterior mirrors, left and right, with the conical design used in the Renault R5 Turbo, plus the steering wheel used in the competition version, to replace the parts that come in the Tamiya kit.

High quality decals made in Japan. These decals belong to a limited series, so they will be available for a short time. They have been designed to replace the original Tamiya decals of the Ferrari F1 2000 kits.

This decal sheet reproduces the Honda NSX that, with the number #32, contested the final race of the 2004 All Japan GT Championship (JGTC) season. This non-championship race was held at the California Speedway in the United States as the All-Star Race. Made up of two separate heats, the Nakajima Racing NSX took second place in Race 1 and victory in Race 2. For this race, the #32 car changed its usual season livery, and even the main sponsor and colour were different. The re-edition of this reference, which recreates this special livery in black and white, has undergone some modifications, mainly adjustments to the size of several of the logos.

Revell has decided to bring back some of the classic Matchbox references in 1/32 scale, such as the Tyrrell P34/2, originally launched in the late 70s. The kit, despite its smaller size, has a large number of parts, up to 80, including those needed to assemble the engine.

Finally you can build your old FW11 kit without worrying about the yellowish decals. This reference from Shunko Models includes every decal you need, with all sponsor logos redesigned and printed with full details.

Decals for recreating the FW11B version with the FW11 version kit by Tamiya. Fantastic!!

This new Shunko Models reference for the Tamiya kit of the Williams Ford FW07 allows you to choose between three of the most representative versions of this single-seater, so you can renew your old set of decals. The first version would be the one from the 1979 British GP held at Silverstone, where the team achieved its first victory, the second the 1979 German GP at Hockenheim, where in addition to achieving its second consecutive victory, the team achieved its first double, and the third is the one used in the inaugural race in 1980, the Argentine GP held at the Autódromo Municipal Ciudad de Buenos Aires, where it also achieved victory In all of them, the sizes and design of the logos have been taken care of. Don't miss out on them!

Upgrade set for the Nunu Porsche 911 991 GT3 RSR that includes the complete rear diffuser and exhaust pipes, made using 3D printing and reproduced down to the last detail. These parts directly replace the unrealistic parts of the original kit. The new parts made by Decalcas faithfully reproduce those mounted on the Porsche 911 GT3 winner of the LMGTE Pro category at Le Mans. For example, the exhaust includes details such as the relief of the heat shields that surround the exhaust pipes, the supports that anchor it to the chassis, the clamps that join the different sections... And what can we say about the rear diffuser. No matter how you look at it, it reproduces every last detail of the one used in the Le Mans unit, including the fixing clips for each of the diffuser fins. Without a doubt, this set is absolutely essential for modelers who like to give maximum realism to their models.

Decal sheet to reproduce the Simon Clarr Racing team's version of the Opel Acona 400 during its participation in the 1982 Tour de Corse Rally. The team had to retire due to a suspension problem.

Set of 9 fuel caps similar to those used in the Porsche 917 tanks, characterized by having a small handle that serves both to tighten or loosen the cap, as well as to remove it when refuelling.

Rear wing similar to the one used on the BMW E36, in an evolution focused on its homologation to be able to mount it on the competition version of the BMW 318i used in the Supertouring category. This wing is characterized by the supplement on the sides, which allows the upper plane to work at a greater height, something similar to what Alfa Romeo had done in its 155. In addition, it also incorporates an elongated lower plane. It began to be used in the middle of the 1994 season, so it is the ideal complement to complete your versions of the BMW 318 using the correct wing.

Complete transkit designed to be mounted on Revell kits of the Volkswagen Golf MK.I, allowing the incorporation of the 1.8 litre engine version with 16 valve cylinder head, but in this case fed by Weber carburettors instead of an injection system, a solution mainly used in competition, at a time when electronic injection was difficult to modify, at least for the most modest equipment. In addition to the engine block and cylinder head, the engine parts perfectly reproduce the carburettor battery, the gearbox and the intake and exhaust manifolds.

Set of antenna bases for classic rally cars. The set has 12 antennas with spring ends and tilt knobs. The antennas have three different degrees of inclination (4 units of each), straight, 30º and 45º approximately.

T-shaped hood latch buckle set. The set includes 21 pieces, which imitate the design of the rubber hood latches used on classic cars.

Pre-diluted satin finish varnish supplied in a 30ml bottle and ready to use with your airbrush. Allow the base paint to dry for at least 30 minutes before applying this varnish. Apply a thin coat, allow to dry for 5-10 minutes, and apply successive thicker coats (at least two more are recommended) allowing 5-10 minutes drying time between coats. Touch dry in 1 hour, and full hardness after 24 hours. Wait at least 48 hours to polish. If applying over decals, always apply at least a couple of thin coats. NEVER apply wet coats of varnish directly onto decals, as this could damage the decals.

Pre-diluted satin finish varnish supplied in a 100ml bottle and ready for use with your airbrush. Allow the base paint to dry for at least 30 minutes before applying this varnish. Apply a thin coat, allow to dry for 5-10 minutes, and apply successive thicker coats (at least two more are recommended) allowing 5-10 minutes drying time between coats. Touch dry in 1 hour, and full hardness after 24 hours. Wait at least 48 hours to polish. If applying over decals, always apply at least a couple of thin coats. NEVER apply wet coats of varnish directly onto decals, as this could damage the decals.

Pre-diluted matt finish varnish supplied in a 100ml bottle and ready for use with your airbrush. Allow the base paint to dry for at least 30 minutes before applying this varnish. Apply a thin coat, allow to dry for 5-10 minutes, and apply successive thicker coats (at least two more are recommended) allowing 5-10 minutes drying time between coats. Touch dry in 1 hour, and full hardness after 24 hours. Wait at least 48 hours to polish. If applying over decals, always apply at least a couple of thin coats. NEVER apply wet coats of varnish directly onto decals, as this could damage the decals.

Fluorescent green paint. An ideal colour for your most daring and eye-catching works. Supplied in a 30ml bottle. Paint to be applied exclusively with an airbrush.

Set of 4 1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 14-inch wheels fitted to the BMW 2002 Turbo. A set of rubber tyres with tread is included. The set also includes various adapters so that the wheels can be mounted on models from the most common manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Hasegawa or Aoshima. The air valves for the rims are also included in the adapter holder.

Set of 4 1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on Alpina's 14 inch rims. A set of rubber tyres with tread is included. The set also includes various adapters so that the wheels can be mounted on models from the most common manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Hasegawa or Aoshima. The air valves for the rims are also included in the adapter holder.

Set of 4 3D printed resin rims in 1/24 scale with a design similar to that used on the 14-inch steel sheet rims used by BMW on several of their models. A set of rubber tyres with tread is included. The set also includes various adapters so that the wheels can be mounted on models from the most common manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Hasegawa or Aoshima. The air valves for the rims are also included in the adapter holder.

Set of 4 1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 14 inch 4 spoke Gotti rims. A set of rubber tyres with tread is included. The set also includes various adapters so that the wheels can be mounted on models from the most common manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Hasegawa or Aoshima. The air valves for the rims are also included in the adapter holder.

Set of 4 1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 14 inch 4-bolt BBS rims. A set of rubber tyres with tread is included. The set also includes various adapters so that the wheels can be mounted on models from the most common manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Hasegawa or Aoshima. The air valves for the rims are also included in the adapter holder.

Set of 4 1/24 scale 3D printed resin rims with a design similar to that used on the 14 inch 4-bolt BBS Mahle rims, a rim constructed from one piece without a separate bolted core. A set of rubber tyres with tread is included. The set also includes various adapters so that the wheels can be mounted on models from the most common manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Hasegawa or Aoshima. The air valves for the rims are also included in the adapter holder.