1:20 Tyrell P34 - Japanese Grand Prix 1976 Detail Up Parts Set (for Tamiya Kits)

The real subject

The six-wheeled Tyrrell P34 remained a one-off solution in the history of Formula 1. The front axle has two rows of small wheels one behind the other, while the rear wheels are of the usual size. The car ran in the world championship in the 1976 and 1977 seasons, and it is the treatment of the front end that tends to be the most demanding part of building the model and at the same time the most visible.

What the set contains

The package carries additional parts for this car in 1:20 scale in the form for the Japanese Grand Prix of 1976 and is intended for Tamiya kits. Sets like this aim at the places a kit simplifies and give a finished model depth and thinner shapes. What the package contains exactly is given in the enclosed manufacturer's instructions; follow them in choosing the glue and in preparing the parts as well.

Building and painting tips

Work in small steps and try each part dry first, so that you know how much material has to be taken off the kit. Cut the excess away with a sharp blade a little away from the part and finish the edge with fine sanding paper. Work over a surface with a raised rim and set the small parts out in a dish so that they do not get lost. Wash and degrease everything before painting and only then apply a thin layer of base coat; on a smooth and greasy surface the paint cracks and peels.

Who it is for

For modelers who build a Formula 1 car with an emphasis on detail and who have experience with small parts. Several Studio27 detail sets for this car exist under similar names, so check before ordering which one matches the contents you have in mind. The kit, the paints and the glue are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.