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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Under Construction => Paper and Card models => Topic started by: NinetythirdLiberator on September 20, 2023, 02:34:56 PM
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All,
Due to an estate sale, I snagged this lovely beast for a very fair price. It's large and will look amazing when completed. I just decided to do something different and dipped my toe into the kit by starting on the ailerons. Here is one of four complete with control horns.
I'm thinking this will be a long term project. Let the games begin!
Thanks for looking,
Dan
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Hi Dan, is this the one from Modelik?
I bought mine 2 years ago + the extra set, but it's still in the stach due to an other project.
I will follow this build with special interest!
Cheers,
Willem
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Hello Willem!
I'm not sure. I don't know if Fly Models made a completely different model or not. My hunch is that it's different but I'll need to do some homework to find out...
Thanks for commenting. Let's hope this one goes smoothly!
Dan
UPDATE! Looking at the parts, I think they are definitely different. Engine parts etc. look quite different. Maybe someone else can confirm this?
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These two links may help to identify which model you have.
https://www.super-hobby.co.uk/products/VICKERS-VIMY.html (https://www.super-hobby.co.uk/products/VICKERS-VIMY.html)
https://www.super-hobby.co.uk/products/British-plane-Vickers-Vimy.html (https://www.super-hobby.co.uk/products/British-plane-Vickers-Vimy.html)
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THANKS, Herb C. They do look different so the Fly Model is not the same as Modelik!
I wonder how each will actually build?
Dan
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Well now, this is going to be a real treat to watch. I do hope you have sufficient shelf space for this monster. I’ve got my signature cup of black coffee ready!
All the best,
Tim
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Thanks, Tim. I think you may need extra coffee as this may not be super exciting. Take this installment for example. I got all 4 ailerons completed. Whooptie-doo!
Actually, that's awesome. I think I'll work on the stab/elevator and rudders next. So far, no fit issues. Too early to tell yet, though! ::)
More soon...Dan
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Kind of like a successful marriage Dan. Its the small things that count!
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Hi Dan,
if your hand is normal size this beast is going to be just that, a beast, a huge beast! ;D
Have you ever considered filling wings with sheet balsa instead of billions of ribs?
Have fun with your project
Joachim
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You are so right, Tim!
Joachim: I'd rather add the ribs since it's more like the real thing. So far, the paper in this kit is rather thick so I'm not getting into too much trouble with bad valleys or humps without the extra ribs. We'll see what the wings look like!
This finishes all the moveable bits. I think I'll either start the props and nacelles or the wheels next. We'll see!
Thanks for looking...Dan
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Hi Dan,
I look forward to seeing another of your great builds, this one will be a cracker.
Now that the weather has turned around here you shouldn't feel guilty about spending time modeling.
Kevin in Port Orchard
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Nice to hear from you, Kevin! Yup. Today was a good day to build. I think the whole week will be like that. Now if only I was a millionaire and retired. Still...
All has gone really well so far. Tonight I hit the first high hurdle with the difficult props.
The geometry and cut outs are ingenious but my execution leaves a bit to be desired. I think I'll copy the parts in case and try the other side knowing what I know now. If it goes better, maybe I'll redo this first one. If it's the same, more touch-up paint and we'll say good enough for the girls we date. It's pretty cool in that you get a built in spiral to the prop blades so they have pitch. They don't look like simple flat blades glued at an angle onto the hub. Neat idea but I need to summon more of my inner Pole or Czech.
More soon...Dan
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"Celebrate good times, come on!"
An outstanding start Dan, I am so excited to follow along! I'd love to do one in 1/48...having to find somewhere to store a Vimy this big would be something of a challenge for me so I am quite happy just to live vicariously though you.
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This is a real issue. Not sure what I'll do. Probably hang it in my office at work. I like confusing students since I teach in a biology department but have airplanes all over my office. ;D
Thanks for looking, Zac. So far it's been a fun one...Dan
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In between getting ready for ANOTHER visit from my Mother-out-law (building will be much reduced over the next week or so), I did take a stab at one of the nacelles before cleaning up all my model supplies from our dining room table. It seemed daunting with lots of curved cuts and double curves but it went together really, really well. It needs some detailing, touch-ups and the struts are not glued, but you get the idea. Now I know how to make the other one much nicer. One down and one to go. Then it's on to the wings of doom...
Dan
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I like confusing students since I teach in a biology department but have airplanes all over my office. ;D
Hahaha that's brilliant!!
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Superlative work Dan! The engine nacelles look great. Hoping you have a nice visit with your in-laws and manage to find some bench time as well!
Tim
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I'm sorry I steamrolled past the in-laws' visit, a lovely sentiment Tim.
For some inspiration here's the National Geographic documentary (https://youtu.be/vhv7HGH4Qi0) I practically wore out on VHS, rescued to digital in the nick of time (unfortunately it may not be viewable in your country due to copyright issues):
From England to Australia in a World War I Bomber..."Vimy I, cleared to land," radioed the control tower. "Welcome back to Darwin after all these years." With those words, the dream of Peter McMillan, an American, and Lang Kidby, an Australian, was realized: to recreate a 1919 flight from England to Australia that showed the feasibility of long distance air travel. This journey chronicles this record-breaking flight that marked the beginning of commercial aviation. Resurrecting original blueprints, McMillan and Kidby built a World War I era Vickers Vimy biplane bomber with open cockpit and cotton-covered wings, fitting it with modern engines and navigation gear. You'll witness the joy of cruising over the Taj Mahal and the aftermath of a crash landing on Sumatra. This story interweaves the 1919 and 1994 adventures, separated by 75 years but united in a common spirit of daring in THE GREATEST FLIGHT. - from the Amazon listing for the original VHS.
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Thanks Tim and Zac. And I CAN see the documentary! Guess what I'll be doing later today.
I think finishing up the nacelles and starting wing work will be part of this weekend. I hope... ::)
Dan
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And I CAN see the documentary!
I'm so pleased! I was so taken with it I remember making a Vimy out of Lego while I watched it!!
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Very interesting project, I have in 1/100 two or three versions, including a Comercial Vimy.
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What an epic project... and the Kubrick-inspired YouTube video was hilarious, I'd missed it for some reason when you first posted it, and just watched it the other night!
Onwards and upwards!
Dutch
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Very interesting project, I have in 1/100 two or three versions, including a Comercial Vimy.
You should post those! Although, I think your 1/100th builds were the things that inspired me to give paper models a go in the first place! I'll look for them again.
Dan
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What an epic project... and the Kubrick-inspired YouTube video was hilarious, I'd missed it for some reason when you first posted it, and just watched it the other night!
Onwards and upwards!
Dutch
Glad you liked it, Dutch. I couldn't help it. My cinematic skills are lacking, but it was fun to do anyway. So far, all has progressed rather smoothly so I'm hoping this continues. More soon...Dan
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My cinematic skills are lacking, but it was fun to do anyway.
I think it worked out rather well and I cracked up once I realised. An inspired move!
No pressure but I'm excited to see your next update.
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Thanks, Zac. More Vimy craziness soon now that my Mother in Law is back home! ;D
Dan
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[HomerSimpson]Woohoo![/HomerSimpson]
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Evening (or morning to Zac), All!
I got part of the lower wing center structure completed so I could at least test fit the nacelles/struts. Fit is darn good. I ended up cutting out the painted on areas that are supposed to be clear inspection panels and made them so with some old clear plastic from overhead projector material. I put in some ribs and a bit of cable running through rib holes. I don't think it's all that accurate, but it looks cool to have a window and some internal structure to look at. It's hard to see in the photo but it's rather convincing in real life.
Onward to Australia!
Dan
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That looks great Dan! I like the inspection panel. Little details to take note of for my eventual 1/72 build.
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Excellent progress Dan, thanks for sharing!
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I'm just in awe of this project, Dan, I had no idea paper models had come so far while I was away from modeling. As I think I've mentioned before, my good friend from the WWIMML Steven Perry made valiant attempts to convert me before he went West, and actually sent me a couple. Maybe one of these days... :)
Dutch
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Maybe one of these days... :)
You'll find Dan to be a terrible influence, as the 1/33 Avro on my bench will testify!!
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I am an instigator. Get ready, Dutch!
More on the Vimy soon.
Dan
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Nice assembly despite the fact that the model is relatively old, so there were a few predictable errors. But so far it seems to be going well.
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Thank you LeC! So are, it is going pretty well. The upper center section has been...interesting! But I think I got it.
I got the upper wing center section done and here you can just see a mock-up. Nothing is glued but at least you get a feeling for what is coming!
I think I'll finish the four wing panels and then I'll start the fuselage which will be quite interesting.
Tally Ho!
Dan
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Hello,
I'm waiting to see how you're going to make the struts. For my part, and on this scale, I finally opted for the finest piano wire available in straight rods (3/10mm). It's not visually shocking, and contributes to the rigidity of the whole.
Regards
Le Criquet criquetaero.fr
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Brilliant, Dan! I've always loved the Vimy, and this one is shaping up beautifully.
Dutch
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This is looking great Dan. I really like the extra details on the wing panels.
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Thanks, you guys. Still plugging along here...
Doesn't look like much, but I finally got some time on the ol' girl. One outer wing panel down, three to go!
Just sitting in place with the associated aileron for some perspective. This is going to be a really large and beautiful model when it's done!
Dan
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Oh my! The upper wing span looks to be about 26”. That will be a monster!
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One of my favorite automotive writers was Henry N. Manney III, in the old Road & Track. He subtitled one of his car reviews Egads, this one's a Wurlitzer!... which could easily be applied to this thread too. Great work, Dan!
Dutch
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Bravo Dan, that's a sight to warm the heart!
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Very verey impressive work in great scale! Thank you for share!
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Thanks Tim, Dutch, Zac and gomidefilho! A bit more tonight...
Started the rear fuselage. Some tense moments, but it's basically together and almost square. I'll be doing a bit of post build twisting to get the rear end in line so the stabs are not crooked. My windows align well and with some paint touch-up on the edges, I'm pretty pleased. All in all, a good start!
Dan
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That looks great Dan. Really enjoying this build.
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Me too. It reminds me how badly I want one in 1/72!!
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Hi Zac! I did make one in 72nd from Frog or a Russian re-pop. Nice little model as I recall...and easier to find a place to display it! ::)
Here is the start on the forward section. Lots more to go, but coming along nicely. All as per the kit. I only made my steering wheel from fuse wire so it wouldn't be so flat and then painted it and also added some chain to simulate the aileron cable connections around the back of the wheel. You can also see control cables coming out of the bottom nose...those will end up in some holes for the rudder cables.
Dan
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Lovely progress Dan!
Re: the Russian repopped Vimy kits, it means they're much easier and cheaper to find!
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Great looking build Dan.
Zac. If you can find the 1/72 ICM Vimy it’s much more detailed.
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Thanks, Folks! And Tim is correct. I built my little Vimy before the ICM offering was ever made! (I never even knew they made one!)
Good luck, Zac!
Dan
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I' just popped in here to find out more about paper/card modelling, especially in such a large scale. It's never really appealed to me but my eyes have been opened. This is a special kind of madness! Amazing detail given he construction medium and also a different set of construction challenges. And incredibly impressive results. Following this to its conclusion......
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Tim - ICM never had a Vimy, I think you mean Eastern Express or Ark Models.
ICM did have an Ilya Muromets in 1/72 :)
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Tim - ICM never had a Vimy, I think you mean Eastern Express or Ark Models.
ICM did have an Ilya Muromets in 1/72 :)
Doh! Yes, I did mean the Ilya Muromets. Thank you.
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BAD NEWS...I think they make a 1/33rd paper model of THAT beast too! Start the finger itching... ::) :o ;D
https://www.ebay.com/itm/252678958884
Dan
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I' just popped in here to find out more about paper/card modelling, especially in such a large scale. It's never really appealed to me but my eyes have been opened. This is a special kind of madness! Amazing detail given he construction medium and also a different set of construction challenges. And incredibly impressive results. Following this to its conclusion......
Come to the Dark Side, Nigel...
Just kidding. These take slightly different skills and there is a learning curve but it's very worth it. Plus, WWI types are really suited to this medium. Give it a try. There is plenty of help out here!!
Thanks for the comments..........Dan Running With Scissors to His Next Paper Model
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Evening All,
I've moved along a bit and have the forward part pretty much done. I added all the little doodads for control lines on the fuselage and a rear potato-bug looking thing behind the cockpit that will have a fuel line going into it from the top wing. I also am trying to put the fuselage front and rear together and want a little bit of insurance so I've added some toothpicks for a bit of grab and alignment. We'll see if this helps or just makes it harder. It's just a butt joint. These are put in strategically at the top edges so you'll need to really look into the cockpit to see them. They will be hidden for the most part.
More soon...Dan
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Very intriguing and looking impressive. That butt joint doesn't look like a good idea on such a large model, the toothpicks seem very sensible. Hoping they work.....
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I was about to say "ICM Vimy?! How did I miss that?". Now there's a type deserving of a new kit...
Great progress Dan, I love seeing your updates!
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Beautiful work Dan. This build is looking so impressive just in sheer size and detail. I’ve been watching your video build logs and enjoy them very much.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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Thanks Nigel, Zac and Tim! ;D
The toothpicks did indeed work Nigel. I'll post a picture soon. And Zac...I keep watching that National Geographic special. No wonder your VHS tape was fun clear through...
Thanks for looking at the build logs, Tim. They continue to be fun and it's neat to look back on how I did some stuff long ago. Nice time capsule!
Happy Thanksgiving to you as well! A little Alice's Restaurant at High Noon on Thursday and all the fixins. Great! Plus some nice model building time too...
More soon
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Here I got the front and rear fuselage together and I'm starting to fit where the wing and stab will go. Starting to look like a Vimy now.
More soon...Dan
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Ha! Alice’s Restaurant.
Kid, I’ll expect to see twenty seven 4x10 glossy color photographs with circles and arrows and a paragraph on the back explaining what each one was, in your next post.
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Inspiring stuff! I guess building huge models—paper or otherwise—is kind of like adopting a rescue elephant... you just find room for them ;)
And RE: Alice's Restaurant, I was in Stockbridge the other day and walked down the alleyway where Alice's original cafe was, my brother used to eat there on a regular basis back around 1967 or so. Arlo still lives in the area, a couple of good friends of mine are in his touring band... he rarely performs the song though, except on special occasions; not surprising since it's nearly 20 minutes long!
Dutch
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Thanks Tim and Dutch. AR has been a family tradition (well...I listen to it) for years. Did you think they'll hang me for litterin'? What a great song.
Anyway...I got the tail skid on, covered my fuselage joint with a thin strip of green paper and actually got the darn lower wing center section on. And it's straight! Well, straight enough for the girls we date. I think this will give me the standard to add the tails square which will be my next task.
Moving right along!
Dan
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When I saw the first pics of the fuselage together I immediately thought there's the drawback of card modelling - you can't use filler to hid the joins. But then you've gone and solved that issue very nicely! This is looking great. And big.
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And it's straight! Well, straight enough for the girls we date.
That's hilarious! When I was a carpenter the standard line was "Well, it's straight enough for a government job, I guess" but I'm going to steal this one from now on. Except when my wife's around.
Looks great!
Dutch
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Terrific progress Dan, she's coming along really nicely now!
And Zac...I keep watching that National Geographic special. No wonder your VHS tape was fun clear through...
The replica in that guise is what I'd love to do in 1/72 as that doco was so formative for me as a kid. Just need to get my hands on a kit.
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When I saw the first pics of the fuselage together I immediately thought there's the drawback of card modelling - you can't use filler to hid the joins. But then you've gone and solved that issue very nicely! This is looking great. And big.
Hi Nigel...there are other ways to join things that are much more hidden and use tabs. Butt-joined formers like in this kit are difficult for me but they can be done MUCH better than I have. Using my strips is a cheat but it looks better than the Marianas Trench.
Thanks for commenting!
Dan
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And it's straight! Well, straight enough for the girls we date.
That's hilarious! When I was a carpenter the standard line was "Well, it's straight enough for a government job, I guess" but I'm going to steal this one from now on. Except when my wife's around.
Looks great!
Dutch
Hi Dutch...I do need to confess that I did not make that line up! It's from a YouTube channel called Vice Grip Garage. He works on bringing old junky cars back to life and lets just say he is into function and not making a perfect machine. He's fun to watch.
Still, words to live by! I also always say good enough for government work too. Both are perfect for building a paper model... ::) ::)
Thanks for looking and commenting.
ZAC! You do need to get that kit. It's got to be around cheaper at a swap meet or model show. Your plan is a great one. You could make a dio with a fog machine making an impenetrable blanket! Or better yet, just tack the top wing under some cotton and call it "Forced Landing". ;D
Have great rest of your week...Dan
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I had a friend from Scotland who used to day, "Close enough for jazz".
Anyway, this is a great build Dan! My hands are itching to get mine out of the stash, but I promised myself to finish my current build first.
Cheers,
Willem
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So true, Willem! I like all of these sayings. Speaking of which...
I did more work, got the bottom stabilizer on even with my twisted rear fuselage and then you can see the top stab with rudders and some struts basically in place and square...at least to each other. :P I will add the center struts later and they will make it all much stronger. I am pleased with how it looks overall and the rigging will help a lot too.
I figured I needed one more push as tomorrow is a holiday in the US so no building! Just eating and spending time with family and friends. To all the US folks out there, Happy Thanksgiving and more Vickers on the weekend.
Dan
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Between this and Willem's V/1500 you guys are going to end up with the modeling equivalents of Godzilla...
A fine madness indeed!
Dutch
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Thanks, Dutch. There is just something about all that drag and multiple tail surfaces. I do question my sanity.
I got the rudder and elevator cables installed and the biplane stab all rigged. I really don't think a bird could escape from there.
Next will be the upper center section. Fun, fun, fun!
Dan
P.S. In the background is my long-suffering wife wondering where on earth this latest contraption will go...not sure myself! ::)
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Good progress, definitely a challenging rigging job......
P.S. In the background is my long-suffering wife wondering where on earth this latest contraption will go...not sure myself! ::)
She appears to ne making a dust cover for it...... :D
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She laughed at the dust cover plan. Then cried when she envisioned the Vimy on top of her piano...
Managed to get the nacelle struts in place. With luck, upper center section will be coming along soon!
Dan
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Even more done. Got the nacelles glued in place and added some support struts. Looking beefy now! Rigging the nacelles/struts next in prep for the top center section.
Stay tuned...Dan
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Wow, looking very impressive.
She laughed at the dust cover plan. Then cried when she envisioned the Vimy on top of her piano...
You're going to need a bigger piano........
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Nicely taking shape Dan. Good solution to fixing the twist in the tail assembly. I don’t think anyone would notice if you hadn’t mentioned it. The rigging really adds a lot of dimension to the overall build.
All the best,
Tim
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Hi Nigel and Tim. Yes. I think we'll need a grand piano soon. Better go ask for a raise. Much appreciated, Tim. I think we all have issues with our builds that only we notice but they keep us humble! ;D
I completed the rigging that was more easily completed before the top center section is mated. A couple more will need to be added, but this gave a bit easier access.
Hopefully the next shot will be of a successful addition of the top center!
Dan
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Couldn't help it. Top wing is ON! Just inverted V-struts for the cabanes and a tad of extra rigging.
Phew...off to bed and back to work tomorrow!
Dan
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Well Dan,
This has got to be your most ambitious build to date. I sure hope to see it next spring at the Seattle IPMS show.
Kevin in Port Orchard
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This is coming together nicely it will be very impressive when done.
Your wife appears to have a ball of PC10 wool. Is she knitting some warm clothing for the crew?
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Hi Kevin: I think I'll be bringing this, the Lohner and maybe a submarine of some sort. We'll see!
Nigel: PC10 yarn. That's hilarious. I'll let her know! ;D
More soon...Dan
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A bit more completed tonight!
I got the rest of the rigging on and the inverted-V cabanes. I also put on a little attachment on the top of the mid section leading edge which will have some tubing coming from it soon. I also got the ailerons all squared away and attached. Next will be some more center section detail then onto attaching the four wing panels! Holy Cow...
Dan
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Evening, All!
Tonight I put on some fuse wire for the various fuel or cooling lines as well as used aluminum tubing for the exhausts. Looks pretty dang sharp.
I'm avoiding the wings but they are next in line. Wish me luck...Dan
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Oh that looks sharp Dan. Keep it up!
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Hals und beinbruch, Dan. What a behemoth!
Dutch
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Horrido!
Thanks Tim and Dutch. We'll see if I can keep the momentum up this week. I'll be MIA for a week visiting my mom in Mpls. starting Sunday. Wings on by then????
Dan
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Very nice detail work. I'm waiting for those wings to go on......
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Here you go, Nigel. Well...to be fair...just the bottom ones. I hope to get the rest on tomorrow if all goes well!
I actually got the bottom wings on, secure and pretty darn straight. I figured if these were attached correctly, then the struts and top wing should go in pretty easily with this strong base. That's my theory anyway. I used a little balsa tab/slot to give some more teeth to the joints rather than just butt jointing. I'll add a little sliver of paper over the gaps to clean things up soon.
Struts next and the top wing should go on nicely. I leave for Minneapolis to visit my mom from Sunday to the 17th so I hope to get this thing squared away by tomorrow night. Then, finish her over the Christmas Holiday.
Thanks for looking,
Dan
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My gosh this is just beautiful Dan! Who would think that such fine, detailed results could come from a paper model?
Enjoy your time with your mother and make the best of every moment. I wish I had.
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Very nice sentiment, Tim. I do enjoy my mom! 90 and still kicking. She still shovels her driveway. Takes all day, but she'll do it!
This will be far enough until I return. Top wing was easy to install and now I'll just have the second set of interplanes and rigging. Super pleased with this guy. All is pretty darn straight and convincing.
You can see how large the model is. For those of you who have not seen me in the flesh, I'm not terribly diminutive and even so, this machine is a monster.
Really cool, though.
See you in a week or so!
Tally Ho,
Dan
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Yikes!
Great to hear about your Mom, I'm reading Sanjay Gupta's Stay Sharp, about how to stave off "cognitive decline", and it sounds like she's doing everything right to keep from losing her edge! One of the other things he harps on is staying engaged with a challenging hobby or other pursuit, so that's good to know too... :)
Dutch
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Fantastic progress Dan, and how wonderful to put a face to the name...and see just how big this model is!
ZAC! You do need to get that kit. It's got to be around cheaper at a swap meet or model show. Your plan is a great one. You could make a dio with a fog machine making an impenetrable blanket! Or better yet, just tack the top wing under some cotton and call it "Forced Landing". ;D
Unfortunately money's tight and they don't seem to come up for sale often over here, so perhaps the dio idea may be a better bet! ;D
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Wow, that is looking amazing. And big!!
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Thanks, All! Just got back and my mom really liked some of the paper models I showed her. She thinks I'm finally making neat models. Finally...after 90years!
More soon now that I've returned to the bench.
Dan
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Hey Dan, just caught up on your build here. Amazing results from card, what a superb model.
Sandy
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Thank you very much, Sandy. This one has been lots of fun and it's almost completed!
I really can't imagine flying this or a Gotha etc. Must have taken nerves of steel...of course, that was all they knew so maybe it was par for the course. I may put some prop shields up for those props just inches away from you!
Tonight I put on the last of the struts and got all the main wing rigging completed. I think I'll add the landing gear next so it can sit off the ground. Then I'll rig the aileron controls.
Super close now!
Cheers and an early Merry Christmas...Dan
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Great work, this is looking incredible. And very big! Looking forward to seeing the final stages come together.
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Amazing construction! Congratulations!
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Utterly breathtaking - quite literally: my breath caught as the photos loaded to full size. What a magnificent beasty she is.
I for one would dearly love to fly a Vimy. What an experience. I can only hope one day the Brooklands example is brought out of retirement for a special occasion (I do not see the RAF Museum letting G-AWAU outside!), or a third person/group with the means and passion build one again.
My Mum's been a great supporter of my builds, she's just glad they're no longer done the same day she bought them...that made for an expensive hobby for her darling boy! ;D
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Thanks so much, Fellows! Zac: I know exactly what you mean. To fly in this would have been a real experience. My mom is also glad I don't get my models done in one day. I clearly remember "building" my dad's Handley Page Hannibal from Airfix (without his permission, of course) and watching it slowly droop and ooze to the table top with all that thick Testors toluene dissolving all that plastic.
As far as the Vimy...
Got the gear on! Needs some painting touch up along the edges but it's nice to see it on it's own feet.
Neat-oh...Dan
P.S. If I don't post again before January 1st, I hope everyone had a great Christmas and I trust you will all have a lovely New Year!
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Wow, this is looking even more impressive. Happy new year, it will be great to start 24 with this one getting completed!
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Massively beautiful build Dan!
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Looks great, Dan, but what a monster! and Happy New Year's back at'cha.
Dutch
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That pile of bits to go on must be getting so very small Dan! She looks wonderful!
My mom is also glad I don't get my models done in one day. I clearly remember "building" my dad's Handley Page Hannibal from Airfix (without his permission, of course) and watching it slowly droop and ooze to the table top with all that thick Testors toluene dissolving all that plastic.
Fortunately I never had disasters like that! Do you still dabble in styrene kits or did that experience put you off?
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Thanks Dutch, Tim, Nigel and Zac!
It seems to be egging me on at each step for a finish. Soon!
Zac: I still love plastics. It's just that recently when I think of a new kit, it's always paper. Not sure why that is! I'll make some styrene in the New Year. Promise.
Dan
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Off to a nice start for the New Year!
I got the last of the aileron rigging attached and did the tires too. It's so nice to have her on wheels/tires. Really just little details left and some bomb shackles on the underside.
Cool...Dan
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Wow, it's looking good (and big!). Nearly there.....
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Looks great on its own two legs. I feel you are ready to tackle the Illya Moromets now!
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Brilliant progress Dan, bravo!
I feel you are ready to tackle the Illya Moromets now!
I may faint if that happens. The Vimy's big, but the IM is so much bigger (at least in wingspan)...in this scale it's practically a hang-glider for Dan's days off!!
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There's nothing to say. World War I aircraft have a charm all of their own. The only regret, especially on relatively old models, is that the color scheme is often minimalist.
Congratulations on this superbly assembled model, which is not always easy with vintage models.....but they do exist, to our great delight!
Le Criquet
www.criquetaero.fr
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This is not a section that I usually visit Dan, but this caught my eye and......... wel I am speechless. A Vimy in this scale in card??!??
This is truly amazing - as innovative as any model that I have seen on this site - and I have seen a few.
My hat off to you for such an amazing build - and in the gigantic scale too. That must be a medal winner - it certainly deserves to be.
Stephen.
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Thanks so much, Everyone. And Stephen...if my models looked like yours, I'd be cleaning up at the scratch-build tables!! I do like this Vimy, though...
I'm in the final detail and fixing nit-picks stage. I added the trapeze-like structure under the forward gunner's ring (a bomb site attachment perhaps?), detailed the gun mount with pulleys and bungees from elastic thread painted white, added the wind screens and the nose skid/step. The machine guns are from an old 1/32nd kit and look lovely. The Vimy kit parts do not look much like Lewis machine guns save the pan magazine. I could have scratched them but had these in the spares box and figured what the heck. I did need to modify them and add the rear spade grips from thin paper and plastic rod. I do need to add a shell casing collection bag for the front gun and then those parts will be done.
The last main issue other than some fixes are the bomb mounts. Then...she'll be done!
More soon and thanks for looking,
Dan
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Excellent details, nearly there.........
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Lovely work Dan!
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Wow, I've been following this for so long I almost don't want it to end! :D
Great work, Dan.
Dutch
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Don't worry...I've been struggling with the bomb shackles last night so it taint over yet!!!! ;)
Dan
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Hello All,
Well I finished her off. The Vimy is in the "Completed" section. If you are interested, here is a final reveal video. There are lots of videos documenting building the Vimy too if you are interested in how these paper models go together.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PmBSdsrgnc&t=555s
Thanks for looking and following along on this build!
Dan