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Remove the small parts from Bag C. The
8.
contents will vary depending on the
road number/body style purchased.
340320 will have 4 long Weld Plates only,
while the 340323/5 will also include 4
rectangular Shear Plates.
picture shown here is of another car series,
and the small bottom weld plates are not
used on this car.
9. Dry fit the parts into the corresponding
opening on the body. They should fit as
shown. In the case a Weld Plate does
not fit correctly, use a small file to
remove material from the bottom or end
opposite the corner with the hole.
10. Remove these parts from body for
painting.
Paint Center Body
1. Because the body is translucent, we highly recommend priming it before painting. Any light
color primer will work.
2. Paint the Body, Shear Plates, and Weld Plates. We recommend Tru-Color Chinese Red, part
number TCP-012, but any darker red color will be fine, especially if you plan to weather the
car. Use the models on our website as reference or other photos online of these cars. Using a
gloss paint will allow the decals to go on easier without having to apply a separate clear gloss
coat.
3. The brackets should be painted as separate pieces. HINT: The bottom of the sheer plates has
the matte finish and the tops are smooth. Place the sheer plates on double sided tape to hold
in place while painting. HINT: Use small tweezers or needle nose to grab the corner opposite
the holes on the flat Weld Plates. This area will be hidden during final assembly, so does not
have to be 100% covered.
Please note the
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