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Offline Bluesfan

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1:32 Roden SSW D.III
« on: May 07, 2024, 05:08:57 AM »
Just woke up to the need to declare myself for this!  :D
Very much wanted to participate, like so many I have reason to appreciate Dave's masterful and sensitive stewardship of this great forum.
And this is an excellent opportunity to get back into the world of multiple wings and rigging, too neglected of late.
I do have unbuilt SE's and Pfalzes in the stash, but this kit of the SSW D.III has been shining at me, so here I go.
I have only just started to cut plastic - first job, cutting out the louvres under the engine - and haven't glued anything yet.
I will be building this famous red machine, popular subject I know, but I find Udet a fascinating as well as a tragic figure, so I absolutely wanted an example of this attractive plane for myself.
All the best to everyone joining in this build!
Mark

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Re: 1:32 Roden SSW D.III
« Reply #1 on: May 07, 2024, 05:41:04 AM »
Another excellent choice for the GB. Having built this one I would only say watch the fit of the cabanes as they tend to make the Interplanes lift or the center section of the upper wing bow if left unchanged.
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Re: 1:32 Roden SSW D.III
« Reply #2 on: May 07, 2024, 08:11:46 AM »
Many thanks for that advice Rick
I can also see the fit of the bottom wing will take some care
I love Roden kits!
Mark

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Re: 1:32 Roden SSW D.III
« Reply #3 on: May 07, 2024, 06:07:19 PM »
An oldie but a goodie (with a bit of work). Looking forward to this one.

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Re: 1:32 Roden SSW D.III
« Reply #4 on: May 07, 2024, 10:30:05 PM »
Going to have to follow this one! I love these aeroplanes, and anything Udet-related always grabs my interest.

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