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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Under Construction => Topic started by: JoeDxMB on July 30, 2013, 08:09:43 AM
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Yes, I really do build WWI aircraft . :)
I just started the Eduard MS L kit and it has some cons along with the pros . i understand it was one of the fist kits released by Eduard.
Pros - It has many PE parts, including spoke wheels..... more PE parts than plastic parts.
......white metal LeRhone and Gnome engines and a full decal sheet for a few versions
It also ha a few metal rods and pins.
Con - The main flaw is the terrible condition of the plastic parts that require much preparation .
So far, I got the wing in shape and drilled it for rigging and wing struts.
On the plus side, the wing contained extremely small, barely noticeable, dimples indicating where the holes go which I prefer as molded holes are always too big as opposed to drilled holes,
In any event, the kit assumes some modeling experience over all.
I will be building a version with a Gnome and spoke wheels. :)
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That looks an interesting kit, should be good to watch the progress of this one.
Cheers
Pete.
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This is the version I will depict.
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I'm looking forward to seeing you start this one, it will be a very interesting build to follow.
Des.
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I love the Morane L and I'm really looking forward to this build.
Cheers,
Bud
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Joe,
I'm thrilled to see you take on this older Eduard gem my old friend. Although she's not what I would have expected for your next project. I'm very much looking forward to follow this latest Outstanding build thread.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
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Joe, Like the others I am looking forward to seeing your build! The original Eduard kits were indeed a crude plastic venue to HIGHLIGHT their PE! I remember well speaking to the reps at the RICHTA show in Chicago, and how eager and enthusiastic they were about improving their product and becoming a Major player in plastic models. This was the Early 90's when I managed a hobby shop. They certainly accomplished their goals!
RAGIII
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Very nice choise Joe.
I'll be watching your post for sure. You were right about PE set... it's more metal than plastic! ;D
Cheers
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I`m joining the audience! I`m sure your MS L will be great!
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This will be my first reall experience with PE parts besides a few here and there.
Anything I should know before I next tackle the cockpit which is all PE?
I do have some Xuron PE scissors on order along with a basic (cheap) PE bender.
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Hello Joe, here is my Morane L. A lot of work, believe me!
Although it is very laborious, it is a beautiful piece of collection.
(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q261/Giordano_01/MORANE%20L/MS-L-01_zps7b862c5b.jpg) (http://s138.photobucket.com/user/Giordano_01/media/MORANE%20L/MS-L-01_zps7b862c5b.jpg.html)
(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q261/Giordano_01/MORANE%20L/MS-L-02_zps5b140f6f.jpg) (http://s138.photobucket.com/user/Giordano_01/media/MORANE%20L/MS-L-02_zps5b140f6f.jpg.html)
(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q261/Giordano_01/MORANE%20L/MS-L-03_zpsa275ef8c.jpg) (http://s138.photobucket.com/user/Giordano_01/media/MORANE%20L/MS-L-03_zpsa275ef8c.jpg.html)
(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q261/Giordano_01/MORANE%20L/MS-L-04_zps2d87b99f.jpg) (http://s138.photobucket.com/user/Giordano_01/media/MORANE%20L/MS-L-04_zps2d87b99f.jpg.html)
(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q261/Giordano_01/MORANE%20L/MS-L-05_zps984583eb.jpg) (http://s138.photobucket.com/user/Giordano_01/media/MORANE%20L/MS-L-05_zps984583eb.jpg.html)
(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q261/Giordano_01/MORANE%20L/MS-L-06_zpsaf902b9b.jpg) (http://s138.photobucket.com/user/Giordano_01/media/MORANE%20L/MS-L-06_zpsaf902b9b.jpg.html)
(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q261/Giordano_01/MORANE%20L/MS-L-07_zpscc67c71e.jpg) (http://s138.photobucket.com/user/Giordano_01/media/MORANE%20L/MS-L-07_zpscc67c71e.jpg.html)
(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q261/Giordano_01/MORANE%20L/MS-L-08_zpsca80eab8.jpg) (http://s138.photobucket.com/user/Giordano_01/media/MORANE%20L/MS-L-08_zpsca80eab8.jpg.html)
(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q261/Giordano_01/MORANE%20L/MS-L-09_zps5a0f1473.jpg) (http://s138.photobucket.com/user/Giordano_01/media/MORANE%20L/MS-L-09_zps5a0f1473.jpg.html)
(http://i138.photobucket.com/albums/q261/Giordano_01/MORANE%20L/MS-L-10_zps554fd572.jpg) (http://s138.photobucket.com/user/Giordano_01/media/MORANE%20L/MS-L-10_zps554fd572.jpg.html)
;)
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I have found the PE scissors to be very useful, the PE bender less so. I also use a pair of smooth jawed pliers and the tips of flat headed screwdrivers in various sizes to bend PE.
These pliers are the ones I use: http://www.ottofrei.com/Concave-Convex-Smooth-Jaw-Parallel-Pliers.html
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@giodano.......
Thanks for posting the pics.
That is about exactly as I plan on building mine and it's beautiful. Although, I do not think mine will look as great as yours.
It also clears my confusion about some things including how the elevator linkage is routed on the fuselage bottom beneath the LG.
One question........ any recommendations on mounting the stab/elevator? It seems to haven no support and it would surely break off quickly.
Did you reinforce it in any way?
BTW, I'm glad you painted the edge reinforcements the correct brown and not black as in most repos and models , :)
@ Rob..........
Thanks for the tips :)
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Hello Joe, the stabilizer is indeed very fragile.
I replace the axle by hypodermic needle glued with cyanoacrylate.
But still remained fragile... :(
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It looks like the whole tail section will need a bit of "re- engineering".
The rudder has to pivot somewhere for one thing
In any event, I found the windsock for the L which gives me more answers than I had questions for. :)
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definately a crude kit, i have 2, one of which i will make into a pfalz a.1 . the plastic is strange it has a waxy/soapy texture but it sands o.k. the hotchkiss gun which is made from pe parts is better sourced from a spare from a newer eduard morane "n" or else get one of the beautiful gaspatch ones. the instructions are also a bit vague in spots so study them carefully. like all the old eduard stuff it builds up nice with work and dedication. plus its the only game in town if you want a morane parasol. should be a fun build. i love it when guys build the oldies or scratch stuff. sick of wnw build logs.
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"Crude" is a bit of an understatement except for the PE set that gives the kit real potential.
For the past week I ave been preparing the fuselage halves and drilling most of the necessary holes in them.
I also spent time just to decipher and detect omissions from the instructions .
The kit is definitely not for the novice builder. It demands some scratch building and reworking of some parts.
The windsock certainly helps.
BTW, I got a fondness for the MS parasols ever since I first saw an all original A1 fly back in the '80s
That was an amazing sight! :)
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Joe,
Good luck with the build. I'm looking forward to viewing your progress.