Thank you for your Pocher 1:8 scale Pagani Utopia kit HK120 purchase.
Be sure your shipping and email addresses on file with Paypal are current. With few exceptions, we must ship to the address registered to your PayPal account. Order confirmations and shipping notifications will also be automatically sent to the email address you have on file with Paypal. Please also be sure to read the building tips below.
General tips (updated 9.4.25):
Tools & Supplies: you will need a size "0" precision Phillips head screwdriver, a sprue cutter (preferred) or hobby knife to remove plastic parts, and a gel-type "superglue" (CA glue) with a very small applicator tip. Loctite makes a good one that you can find in most stores. Gorilla glue CA is also easy to find but has a larger applicator tip.
A link to the online assembly manual is provided in the kit. You may print it, but no paper manual is included. We are trying to arrange a shipment of the catalog-sized paper manual, which may be available to purchase later.
Watch the official Pocher assembly videos here: https://www.youtube.com/@PocherModelKits/videos and also build videos from Nigel's Modelling Bench.
We will start building a kit here in a few weeks and post more tips but for now be sure to read the ones below:
1. This kit requires more glue than previous Pocher metal kits. For parts that are located using pins or press-fit: use pliers to slightly squish the interlocking points to create a snug fit without glue. This will even work on metal parts, just use a strong pair of pliers and squeeze firmly but gradually until a snug fit is achieved.
2. There are a few mistakes regarding screw types. If you find a screw is not long enough, substitute a longer screw of the same type and diameter.
3. Do not use CA glue near clear parts! The fumes from CA glue ("superglue") may cloud or permanently stain clear parts. Use a water-based glue or double-sided tape cut into narrow strips instead.
4. After removing the protective plastic film from painted body parts you may notice an oily residue. Wipe this away with a very soft cotton cloth or wash with mild dish detergent, rinse, and let dry.
5. Use automotive wax on clear parts and painted body parts before handling to minimize fingerprints and stains.
6. Page 45: axles AX-1 should be inserted from within the transaxle halves as noted, but the corresponding holes in parts DC-1 & DC-3 are not open. Update: The official build video from Pocher shows the axles held to the outside of the transaxle by parts L-6, and drilling is not required. The instruction manual was not corrected to reflect this update.
7. We have heard getting a good fit between body panels can be difficult. We will tackle this first in our build and offer solutions ASAP. Update: At least one online builder resorted to grinding down and repainting exterior body panels to correct the fit. Don't do this! We have dry fit all body panels against each other with acceptable gaps. This means mounting/hinge problems, or interference with interior or chassis parts, is most likely causing the problems. Start by loosening the hinges on a misfitting part and see if the fit can be corrected with the mounting screws loose, or possibly the hinge mounting holes can be enlarged to achieve a better fit when the screws are tightened. Next check for interference from other parts and ensure they are properly aligned.
Tools & Supplies: you will need a size "0" precision Phillips head screwdriver, a sprue cutter (preferred) or hobby knife to remove plastic parts, and a gel-type "superglue" (CA glue) with a very small applicator tip. Loctite makes a good one that you can find in most stores. Gorilla glue CA is also easy to find but has a larger applicator tip.
A link to the online assembly manual is provided in the kit. You may print it, but no paper manual is included. We are trying to arrange a shipment of the catalog-sized paper manual, which may be available to purchase later.
Watch the official Pocher assembly videos here: https://www.youtube.com/@PocherModelKits/videos and also build videos from Nigel's Modelling Bench.
We will start building a kit here in a few weeks and post more tips but for now be sure to read the ones below:
1. This kit requires more glue than previous Pocher metal kits. For parts that are located using pins or press-fit: use pliers to slightly squish the interlocking points to create a snug fit without glue. This will even work on metal parts, just use a strong pair of pliers and squeeze firmly but gradually until a snug fit is achieved.
2. There are a few mistakes regarding screw types. If you find a screw is not long enough, substitute a longer screw of the same type and diameter.
3. Do not use CA glue near clear parts! The fumes from CA glue ("superglue") may cloud or permanently stain clear parts. Use a water-based glue or double-sided tape cut into narrow strips instead.
4. After removing the protective plastic film from painted body parts you may notice an oily residue. Wipe this away with a very soft cotton cloth or wash with mild dish detergent, rinse, and let dry.
5. Use automotive wax on clear parts and painted body parts before handling to minimize fingerprints and stains.
6. Page 45: axles AX-1 should be inserted from within the transaxle halves as noted, but the corresponding holes in parts DC-1 & DC-3 are not open. Update: The official build video from Pocher shows the axles held to the outside of the transaxle by parts L-6, and drilling is not required. The instruction manual was not corrected to reflect this update.
7. We have heard getting a good fit between body panels can be difficult. We will tackle this first in our build and offer solutions ASAP. Update: At least one online builder resorted to grinding down and repainting exterior body panels to correct the fit. Don't do this! We have dry fit all body panels against each other with acceptable gaps. This means mounting/hinge problems, or interference with interior or chassis parts, is most likely causing the problems. Start by loosening the hinges on a misfitting part and see if the fit can be corrected with the mounting screws loose, or possibly the hinge mounting holes can be enlarged to achieve a better fit when the screws are tightened. Next check for interference from other parts and ensure they are properly aligned.
Enjoy building your Pagani kit, and if you'd like to share your experience or tips please Contact Us!
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