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My intentions was to simply use the model kit chassis and add running gear. But the chassis was so badly warped, I had no choice but to build a brass insert to twist the chassis into line. First thing was to get the wheelbase measurement. Then off to the chassis jig to start assembly. This ain`t no fancy brass works here, just a simple square to get everything mounted into.

Here is the brass chassis sitting along side the model kit plastic chassis. As you can see the plastic chassis has been whittled out to match up to the new innards.



Here is a top view of the 2 chassis together.



And the bottom view. The 2 chassis are set up to screw together by 2 countersunk screws in the front, and 2 machine screws in the rear.



Front shot of the interior, it had to be trimmed to clear the new brass chassis. Next up will be adding the guide flag. It will be a PARMA.



This is a 1/24 scale kit so all wheels/tires/gearing/axles are BRM parts. Power in NINCO NC-6.



update 1

The guide flag mount has been installed, along with the front splitter. I decided to go with brass as a part of the chassis to give a bit more protection to the body.





I also picked up a BRM driver figure while ordering all the other parts. I`ve got him roughed in here with steering wheel in hand.