About the Figures
Any racing track layout may be given new life and interest with these finely sculptured, modern costumed, hightly detailed 1/32 scale figures and markers.
Extremely crisp fine detailing has been incorporated into these well proportioned little people by the finest professional sculptors in the country. There is no need to cement body halves or arms and legs together since the figures are mounted on bases to permit moving them from one location to another. Use cement specified for styrene plastic to join small parts such as wheel halves in the Drivers and Pit Crew Set.
Painting
You will enjoy painting the figures in your set to give them the final touch of interest. Supplies you will need are paint, thinner, one or two brushes and a soft cloth for cleaning the brushes. Use a quick drying paint such as Testors Pla which is made for styrene plastic.
Remember to purchase thinner for your paints to thin them for easier brushing. The paint may be a little thick as it comes in the bottle. The thinner is also used to clean your paint brushes. There are no set rules on thinning the paint, just keep it thin enough to flow smoothly with a few brush strokes. Don't worry if the first coat does not cover completely. Allow the paint to dry and apply a second or third coat if necessary. Two or three thin coats will cover better than one thick coat and will not hide the fine detailing on the figures.
A good quality "0" or "00" camels hair or red sable brush will make painting easier, will do a better job and will last longer than a cheap brush. Always clean the brush thoroughly with paint thinner and wipe it dry when switching from one color to the next. With proper care your brush will last indefinitely,
Paint the faces and hands of your figures flesh. Drivers' coveralls are either white or light blue with white, red, black or yellow helmets. Drivers' gloves and shoes are brown or black. Mechanics coveralls can be white, tan or dark green. A wide variety of colors can be used for the clothing of the other figures. The selection of colors is your choice. The base attached to the feet of each figure should be painted to match the color of the surface on which it will be placed. Half tires in the Trackside Markers Set may remain yellow or can be painted black or white. Marker cones have a black base and a red top. The yellow hay bales do not need painting.
Your painted figures will have a natural appearance with a flat finish. Apply a coat of flat varnish, or spray Testors Dulcote over the figures to eliminate the gloss.
Racing Scenes
One or all of the Monogram figure sets can be used to create interesting action scenes on your 1/32 scale racing layout. A busy pit stop for instance can be created with the Driver and Pit Crew set using the crewman with the fueling nozzle and hose, the standing driver with helmet held in his left hand while drinking a bottle of soda, the mechanic lying on his back making a mechanical adjustment underneath a car and the other members of the crew arranged around the car at their various jobs.
Racing Pit RS3111
Racing Tower RS3112
Grandstand RS3113