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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Under Construction => Topic started by: bobs_buckles on February 27, 2015, 08:41:42 PM
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Work in progress. ;)
Just cleaning and dry fitting at the mo. Not sure of livery just yet, but thinking along the lines of a Jasta 30 bird or a full on Zebra job.
More to come.
Cheers,
Von B
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Yes, a JaSta 30 bird would be nice. No surprise with Pheon's decal sheet available, though. 8)
Stefan
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Looking forward to whatever you decide, VonPfalz! You are
sure not to disappoint as you have become somewhat of an
expert Pfalzer. Onward and upward, my friend. :D
Cheers,
Ernie :)
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You have my full attention with this build Bob 8)
Terri
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Watching in rapt anticipation, von Pfalzmiester! I just took delivery of another of these a week ago, however the "flavour of the week" for me is Jasta 18 at this point.
Cheers,
Lance
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I'm looking forward to watching you do your Pfalz magic on another one of these, Bob! Jasta 30 gets my vote. Have you seen Ronny Bar's rendition of Bethge's 5888/17 in Kowalski's "Pfalz-Fighter Aircraft"? He depicts it with the early style bottom wing. Looks really cool. That's the one I plan on building. Rowan's decals would require a little modification to do this one, but I think it would be fun. I'd love to see you tackle that scheme.
Cheers,
Bud
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Bob,
I am with the others in that I am looking forward to seeing you do another Pfalz as your previous builds were gorgeous! I have one WNW and one Roden to do in the near future so following another build will be helpful!
RAGIII
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A great choice Bob, I will be watching you weave your magic on this kit.
Des.
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Hi gang
Thanks for looking in! :)
Updates will be sporadic due to twisting wire, cutting tube, cutting vinyl, living life, paying bills, riding motorbike, keeping the other half happy, failing at keeping the other half happy ;D
Hi Bud,
I've not seen Ronny Bar's rendition of Bethge's 5888/17. But the early wing version sounds cool. Need to find said image 8)
The road is long
With many a winding turns
That leads us to who knows where
Who knows where...
Von B
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Very nice little book, Bob. A must have for any Pfalz fan.
http://www.amazon.com/Pfalz-Fighter-Aircraft-Rheinland-Aviation/dp/8362878614
http://aeroscale.kitmaker.net/modules.php?op=modload&name=Reviews&file=index&req=showcontent&id=9081
Cheers,
Bud
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Hello gentlemen,
Mmm, sure, it will be fine.
Best regards.
Alain.
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Well, one does own a vinyl cutter, so I may as well use it!
I'm going to attempt Mr HÖhn's bird. It will either be a roaring success or a total car crash!
Von crazy dude
(http://www.modellismopiu.net/m+gallerie/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=229158&g2_serialNumber=1)
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Bob,
That is a beautiful, if challenging, scheme! Looking forward to seeing you NAIL it!
RAGIII
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Great scheme!
I am really looking forward to seeing you bring this to life. I have no doubt you will carry it off in style!
Chris
p.s. Boy those cutting machines open up new possibilities, don't they?
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Re,
You know what Bob...Now, you have to scratch teddy bear.... ;D ;D ;D
Best regards.
Alain.
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Yes, that's it, Bob.
Congratulations to this decision.
I will have more than just one eye on it.................
Servus
Kawa-Bertl
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Re,
You know what Bob...Now, you have to scratch teddy bear.... ;D ;D ;D
Best regards.
Alain.
Actually, WNW includes a Teddy bear in their generic German Accessories sprue G.
Looks good, Bob. Always liked that scheme, but the masking held me back. Looking forward to watching your progress. I'm still plodding along with my Jasta 30 Pfalz; hope to have it done soon!
Rich
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Masking wouldn't be too bad if you painted the red first, masked with stripes with tape, then sprayed the silberglau.
That's the way Garry from 'Hannants London' suggested I tackle the red ribbons - great minds think alike! ;)
Hope I can do the old girl justice 8)
Cheers,
Bob
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Yes, that's it, Bob.
Congratulations to this decision.
I will have more than just one eye on it.................
Servus
Kawa-Bertl
Good to have you as my wingman, Bertl ;)
Bavarian Tractor Von Buckles
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For some reason or other i really like aircraft that include teddy bears. A really good choice of subject.
When can we expect photos of the finished model? 8)
Stefan
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Great choice, Von Bob! I am looking forward to
this one. I am not sure who is more Pfalzified,
Terri or yourself. Lucky for us, either way, my friend!
Cheers,
Ernie :)
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When can we expect photos of the finished model? 8)
Stefan
I like your optimism, Stefan!
Thy will be done, in this life or the next ;)
Just need to pinch some time from Buckling :o
Cheers,
Von PfalzLovingBikerBoy
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I definitely will want to watch this one come to life.
Warren
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A wonderful choice of clour scheme and markings Bob, I'm sure that with your talents you will be able to pull it off with flying colours :)
Des.
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Has your glue dried up as I ain,t seen any progress...... :o. hehe
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Awesome scheme Bob! ;D
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Things are moving soooooooo slo0000000owly with this build.
I doubt I will be doing the red ribboned wonder I mentioned previously. :-[ Not enough hours in the day to do it justice.
Anyway. Micro update :)
Removed plastic tyre from hubs. Replaced with Robson's Rubber Rings
Drilling into the plastic tyre created a nice little freebie. Thin twirly strands of plastic that can be used for cabling, ignition leads and cockpit details. I love this hobby! 8)
See you in six months for the next microcosmic update ;D
Von FasterthanaspeedingSloth
(http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii626/d4rkgimp/hole_zpsq4v6w0ct.jpg)
(http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii626/d4rkgimp/rubber_zps9jiwweid.jpg)
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As long as they don't take you away - or don't let you bring the kit with you to the asylum - your state of mind shouldn't matter much! :P Nice work on the wheels and tyres, I'll have to hear that little trick in mind.
One of the two airworthy Pfalzi in NZ has a variation on the Hohn scheme, sadly sans bear:
(http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a388/ZacYates/TVAL%20shows/DSC06859.jpg) (http://s15.photobucket.com/user/ZacYates/media/TVAL%20shows/DSC06859.jpg.html)
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I'm optimistically ploughing on with this project.
Mini update soooooooooooooooon ;D
von BackonTrack
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May 21 2015:
See you in six months for the next microcosmic update ;D
Today:
I'm optimistically ploughing on with this project.
Mini update soooooooooooooooon ;D
von BackonTrack
Relax. You still have almost two months (http://www.timeanddate.com/date/durationresult.html?m1=9&d1=23&y1=2015&m2=05&d2=21&y2=2015)left before you are due to report in.
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Looking forward to your next 'mini' update Bob, every update is a step forward regardless of how small it is.
Des.
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Rome nor VonPfalz's were built in a day...or month...or...
Well, Herr Meticulousone, like any of your other builds,
it will be worth the wait!
Cheers,
Ernie :)
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Relax. You still have almost two months (http://www.timeanddate.com/date/durationresult.html?m1=9&d1=23&y1=2015&m2=05&d2=21&y2=2015)left before you are due to report in.
O ye of little faith! ;D
Micro update incoming!
vB
(http://bobsbuckles.co.uk/aPfalz2015build/1_001.jpg)
(http://bobsbuckles.co.uk/aPfalz2015build/1_002.jpg)
(http://bobsbuckles.co.uk/aPfalz2015build/1.jpg)
(http://bobsbuckles.co.uk/aPfalz2015build/1_003.jpg)
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Stunning work!
Cheers
Martin
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moving along nicely !
Ed
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very good choice this pfalz
I'm looking forward
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Nice work with the Rizla papers Bob, brings back memories of my rollie days.
Des.
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Bob, does it have to be Rizla papers or will any rolling paper do?
If not, I'd think these were more to your liking. ;) I really like the Pfalz fighters and will be attentively following along. :)
Chuck
(http://www.ramsonsimports.com/assets/Image/Product/detailsbig/RP3515.jpg)
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Great Mini update Bob! I really like your greenstuff treatment!
RAGIII
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Any thin papers will do, Chuck! 8)
Need to spray a thin layer of Tamiya Buff to unify the tones on my exhaust. ;)
This is fun...no?
(http://bobsbuckles.co.uk/aPfalz2015build/stack.jpg)
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Slowly coming together...
Engine needs a wee bit more attention, but I'm pleased with results.
Cheers,
VB
:)
(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1229/13724363/24676367/411698083.jpg)
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Beautiful exhaust please same to my Roland :)
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Wonderful work with the green stuff, Bob! Is that the Citadel green stuff or another brand?
Cheers,
Bud
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Hi Bud ;)
It's the Citadel liquid Green Stuff. Works like a charm 8)
(https://botwt.files.wordpress.com/2011/10/liqgrnstuff.jpg)
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Thanks, Bob! I have the 2 part putty but never tried the liquid. Just ordered some.
Cheers,
Bud
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It is a very beautiful engine, Bob.
Cheers
Martin
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One step at a time....
;D ;D ;D
(http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii626/d4rkgimp/cushy_zpsdtadmjfu.jpg)
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Gorgeous cushion, Bob!
Cheers,
Bud
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Just checking in after a 2 week absence, von Pfalzman, great work! I really like the Greenstuff effect and you leather seat cushion is beautifully done, I'll be following closely. 8)
Cheers,
Lance
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Very lovely work so far Von Pfalz , cool effect with the green stuff . Will have to stop by the gaming store here , they carry their line of paints .
Lance , have a look in Kingsway Garden Mall next time you are here in the city . They have a gaming shop on the top floor by the Bay . ;)
Terri
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Looks great von Bones! Nice Star Trek reference as well. ;) ;D
Cheers,
Bob
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Very lovely work so far Von Pfalz , cool effect with the green stuff . Will have to stop by the gaming store here , they carry their line of paints .
Lance , have a look in Kingsway Garden Mall next time you are here in the city . They have a gaming shop on the top floor by the Bay . ;)
Terri
Thanks Terri! I get there (Kingsway) almost once a month on average, never knew there was another "source" for paints etc. With the shutdown of my other source at the South Common I'll definitely look into it.
Cheers,
Lance
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Superb job with the leather cushion Bob.
Des.
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Bob,
My old friend I believe I see another Masterpiece is the making. Keep up the outstanding progress. Love the seat cushion,absolutely perfect.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
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You probably hear this all the time, but you have a nice seat there, Von Butt.. er, Buckles! ;D
George
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Thanks guys!
Von Buckle, but not as you know him ;D
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Bob,
Your cushion is outstanding!
RAGIII
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They have those paints in town here at Arkane Angle. Not sure if they have the green stuff. Will have to check on the way home.
Bob, that seat is gorgeous. I wish I could leather like that seat. Thanks for the paper tip also, will have to see where I can source that from.
James
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. I wish I could leather like that seat. Thanks for the paper tip also, will have to see where I can source that from.
James
Hi James,
Any good tobacconist will carry the papers you need.
You can do leather like me!
I used Vallejo Leather as a base coat. A couple of layers of Citadel sepia washes, followed by dry brushing (dry - as in DRY!) a couple of flesh tones. Two more washes, highlight the buttons and polish back those washes with a Qtip/cotton bud ...Job done! See, it's not that hard, James! Give it a go ;)
Von B
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your cushion is absolutly fantastic
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. I wish I could leather like that seat. Thanks for the paper tip also, will have to see where I can source that from.
James
Hi James,
Any good tobacconist will carry the papers you need.
You can do leather like me!
I used Vallejo Leather as a base coat. A couple of layers of Citadel sepia washes, followed by dry brushing (dry - as in DRY!) a couple of flesh tones. Two more washes, highlight the buttons and polish back those washes with a Qtip/cotton bud ...Job done! See, it's not that hard, James! Give it a go ;)
Von B
Okee dokee. I'll try the drugstore. And as my J.1 is pretty well done and my Aviattic lozenge arrived yesterday I have pulled out a Pfalz IIIa. So this weekend try to make a seat like yours :)
James
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Hello Bob,
That seat cushion is amazing. It must be obvious to others but how did you accomplish that? Is it an AM part or did you fabricate it? If so can you share that info? I would love to know.
Thanks,
Greg
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Blimey the seat looks comfier than a very comfy thing. Very realistic work. :)
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That seat cushion is amazing. It must be obvious to others but how did you accomplish that? Is it an AM part or did you fabricate it? If so can you share that info? I would love to know.
Hi Greg & Toby
Thanks for the nice comments ;)
Greg,
The cushion came from my 'bits' box and is made of resin, but not by my hand.
I used Vallejo Leather as a base coat. A couple of layers of Citadel sepia washes, followed by dry brushing (dry - as in DRY!) a couple of flesh tones. Two more washes, highlight the buttons and polish back those washes with a Qtip/cotton bud ...Job done!
Cheers!
Von B
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Not to insult your intelligence, but here is a weeeeeee update and any update from me is a blessing, so there!
I could of gone with a replacement brass hub - couldn't be assed! I took the simple route of drilling plastic hub, drilling small hole through wall of said drilled plastic hub, installed cotter pin from thin plastic rod, touch of Tamiya extra thin evil and Bob's your Father's brother.
At this rate I should be finished my Christmas! Christmas 2030!!
vB
(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1229/13724363/24676367/411998153.jpg)
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Nice wheels Bob! Something I should look at for my build I guess ::)
RAGIII
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Not to insult your intelligence, but here is a weeeeeee update and any update from me is a blessing, so there!
I could of gone with a replacement brass hub - couldn't be assed! I took the simple route of drilling plastic hub, drilling small hole through wall of said drilled plastic hub, installed cotter pin from thin plastic rod, touch of Tamiya extra thin evil and Bob's your Father's brother.
At this rate I should be finished my Christmas! Christmas 2030!!
vB
(http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1229/13724363/24676367/411998153.jpg)
No attempted frivolity this time von Wheely.
Very nice work!
Looking forward to your next update. 2030? Definately worth waiting for :)
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Bob,
Excellent progress my old friend. Looking forward to seeing more. All the best to you and I wish you a MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
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Small, though it may be, it's a lovely update and thank you for throwing us this delectable bone before the holidays, mate!
Cheers,
Bud
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Small, though it may be, it's a lovely update and thank you for throwing us this delectable bone before the holidays, mate!
Cheers,
Bud
My pleasure, Bud!
You never know... I may just fit one more update in before this Christmas.
Hi Gregory,
Hoping the same for you and yours, my friend.
Cheers,
Santa Von Buckle ;)
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Very nice von Custom Wheels!
And my father's brother's name was Paul. Don't you know anything? Who's this "Bob" you guys are always referring to?? :o ??? ;D
George
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Hi Von B!!! :)
Great stuff all around!!! Loving the cusion!!! Loving the wheels and Im in need for green stuff and some smokes I guess :D Thanks for inspiration!!! ;)
Cheerio
Lukas
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I can wait , no hurry ...
8)
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Looking good! :) I know what you mean about tiny updates... I've just painted my models with white and am quite happy how that came out. Just not much to show for picture wise...! :)
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I may just fit one more update in before this Christmas.
You aren't getting hasty, are you? Humhom (just for the sake of the Treabeard joke) 8)
Stefan
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Treebeard would of finished the Pfalz months ago!! HAHA
SlowBeard Von Buckle
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With regard to this thread or anyone who has built or will be modelling the DIII or DIIIa, I wonder if anyone has considered modifying the upper-and lower wingtips to their correct appearance regarding 'taper' on same. Full details on this subject in my thread in the archives. Or are people accepting manufacturers 'version' of this?.
Regards,
AL.
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Hi Al,
I can't be arsed correcting the washout on the wings, getting the thing complete and in the case is good enough for me!
Cheers,
BVB ;)
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Hi Al,
I can't be arsed correcting the washout on the wings, getting the thing complete and in the case is good enough for me!
Cheers,
BVB ;)
I also chose not to correct the geometry. I thought about it for a Nano Second but decided the odds were I would screw up a beautiful wing and throw the kit away ::)
RAGIII
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Hi Al,
I can't be arsed correcting the washout on the wings, getting the thing complete and in the case is good enough for me!
Cheers,
BVB ;)
I also chose not to correct the geometry. I thought about it for a Nano Second but decided the odds were I would screw up a beautiful wing and throw the kit away ::)
RAGIII
Same here. Maybe if I were in my early 40's and had the time to build one model per year and I intended to build only one Pfalz D.IIIa, then I'd MAYBE give it a try, but as it is, I have two Eduard D.III's, two Eduard D.IIIa's and a WNW D.IIIa, all of which I intend to build in this lifetime.
Cheers,
Bud
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I'm back in the saddle with this build.
New Mancave brings new opportunities.
Von B
(http://bobsbuckles.co.uk/pfalz%202016/p3a.jpg)
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Great to see you back on this build, looking forward to following your progress.
Des.
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Thank goodness! Von Pfalz is back at it. Looking forward
the new build, Bob!
Cheers,
Ernie :)
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Yes, indeed. New opportunities (to show off the mancave) to restart the Pfalz. Keep on going!
S.
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Excellent! Great to see you back at it, lad!
Cheers,
Bud
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I'll echo the other's sentiments, it's great to see the Bucklebench back in operation! Things look far better with that Panzer Reference properly out of the cave! ;)
Cheers,
Lance
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Nice to see the resume of the work here, Von Bob, I repeat what others said better than me!
BTW I really love the slightly yellowish tone of the tyres, which color (or mix) did you use?
Ciao
AnDonio
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Thank you, my loyal band of Pfalz-Nuts :D
AnDonio, I think the yellow tone is down to the white balance (or lack of!) within my basic camera.
Cheers,
BVB
P.S. This build will be my way of slipping back into some kind of plastic tickling groove. The cockpit and engine will be regulation OOTB standard, but effort will be made on the overall paintjob. Above all I'm gonna have me some FUN! No Fear - Just FUN!!!!
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I was happy to see the new-postings icon on this thread, Bob. I had missed a few steps while away from the forums; it all looks great.
Looking forward to more,
Chris
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Good to see you back at the bench on this one! I am tempted to start my second one soon!
RAGIII
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Fresh batch of popcorn is ready , looking forward on your up-dates Bob :)
Terri