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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Under Construction => Topic started by: IanB on September 26, 2012, 12:39:45 AM
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I've just realised that I have a couple of builds going on which I haven't posted here! So to correct that, here is the first:
A little more done on the interior. I've finished the engine, scratchbuilt the ammo bins, fuel tanks, instrument panel and rear MG mount, and added seatbelts (PE), the linkage for the control column and the cockpit floor. The seat and rear belts will be added after the fuselage is buttoned up, then the decal fun can start...... ;)
I've also removed the moulded fairing around the spent ammo chute and will add the separate chutes when the fuselage is together and the guns are in place.
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/002-26.jpg)
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/001-26.jpg)
Ian
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It's been a long month - busy at work, and days off with a screwed up back, meaning I couldn't even make use of the extra time to make any advance on this project! Slow progress indeed, but progress nevertheless.
I painted the forward fuselage to represent the wood. First using Uschi's decals, then, after seeing the pics of the TVAL replica and how the grain is barely visible, stripping them and just painting with acrylics. I also managed to get the rear fuselage decals done (after 5 attempts!). The Printscale Bavarian decals are VERY fragile and I went through 3 attempts before deciding to spray them with Testors sealer. That worked a treat and after one more failure due to my stupidity and cutting the wrap with the diamonds facing fore-aft instead of up-down, I succeeded in achieving a result I'm happy with. Only the rudder to do now....
I almost destroyed the whole thing when it popped out of the clamp...the shock of the clamp hitting the fuselage broke the engine, upper fuel tank and seat loose, and broke open the seam at the extreme front end under the nose. Fortunately I've managed to get everything back in place and a little filler should be all that's required under the nose....I hope
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/001-27.jpg)
I hadn't realised how awful the painting of the metal parts on the nose is until looking at this pic, this will be corrected!
Ian
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A little more progress on this one. I know it won't be finished by the build end date, but that's not important.... The fuselage is now complete except for the elevator control wires, windshield, and drilling the stub wings for the rigging. I made the ammo chutes and the top cover panel between the guns from scrap. The black band supplied with the decals was too short, and broke anyway. I fitted it with the gap underneath, then masked the front edge and hand painted it with artists acrylic. The match is perfect, even the sheen is the same - the join is literally invisible! I've added PE control horns and drilled the locations for the control wires which will be fitted next. A start needs to be made on the wings now....
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/009-9.jpg)
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/008-10.jpg)
Ian
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Ian,
Another outstanding project my old friend. Absolutely love those Bavarian markings.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
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She's looking very smart indeed Ian, you guy's work wonders with 1:72!!
Looking forward to the next installment.
Andrew
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It's hard to believe that this model is 1:72 scale, you blokes do incredible work in this scale, I love the scheme you have used, very eye catching and very well done.
Des.
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With the house move out of the way and a couple of other projects completed, I've managed to get back to this build!
I removed the machine guns and replaced the cooling jackets with Part PE ones from a D.III that I have in the stash - it's an OEFFAG one with the extended cowling so won't be needing them. I've also got the wings painted, the lower ones are fitted - finally! It took three attempts, each time I removed them because I wasn't happy with the fit. The centre section was way too deep top to bottom so I had to remove some plastic to get it to the correct thickness. It's something I should have done before but I didn't pay enough attention to it at the time!
I also made up the radiator shutters for under the top wing and will fit the handle when it's all together.
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/002-33.jpg)
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/003-23.jpg)
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/005-22.jpg)
Ian
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Beautiful job so far, Ian. Love that scheme. It's one I hope to tackle in 1/48 scale.
Cheers,
Bud
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Awwww gawd after seeing this great build, makes my effort look like its been put together by a 3 year old, think I will go back to lego bricks...
Fantastic job, wish I had half your skill.
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Awwww gawd after seeing this great build, makes my effort look like its been put together by a 3 year old, think I will go back to lego bricks...
Fantastic job, wish I had half your skill.
I feel the same!!!!
Unbelievable fantastic work - looking forward to seeing how this one turns out.
Regards
Dave
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pretty amazing, Ian...I like that rad detail
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Yorki - I appreciate the compliment, thanks! Believe me, there are other 1:72 modellers on here who make me feel the same way...I've picked up many tips and ideas from them, so please feel free to "steal" anything you think may be useful!
Having a little trouble trying to get the top wing mounted, I'll update when I get it sorted.
Ian
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Admirable wor Ian. it's hard to believe this is only 1/72nd Booful ;)
Keith
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You are doing a great job on the 'micro' scale Albie Ian, love the paintwork.
Cheers
Pete.
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I finally got the upper wing in place. The forward cabane was too long, resulting in it being either too far forward on the fuselage, or too low. They were shortened slightly and bent backwards a little to locate where they should and all seems in order.....
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/001-33.jpg)
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/002-35.jpg)
I must admit, I'm pretty pleased with the rad shutters.... :)
Ian
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I must admit, I'm pretty pleased with the rad shutters.... :)
Ian
Gah! Flipping awesome.
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IanB
I have completed the basic build of my Lego Sheep, just need to do some fine detailing, will keep you posted.....rofl.
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lmao, they look great, sorry but I fell asleep - where there 3 or 4?
Ian
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At first glance I thought it was 1/32 - that says a lot!
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A little more to report, slow but sure...
The rigging is all done and the gloss coat is on ready for the wing decals. I'll do those along with the other two builds I have going at the moment, probably on Tues or Weds this week. Then it will be the undercarriage, engine and prop details and she'll finally be done....
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/003-26.jpg)
Ian
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Ian,
Wow you're the wizard of 1/72 scale my old friend. Awesome work on her decals.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
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I have just been reminded that this kit was given to me as a birthday present last year - my birthday is 17 days away! I'm therefore happy to report that she's finally finished! There was a slight fit problem with the prop and spinner. I had to file the slots in the spinner and thin it to get it to sit far enough back to not leave a huge gap between it and the front of the engine cowling, but other than that no major problems with the finishing up. The photos do show some of the rigging a little slack so I'll tighten that up tomorrow.
Hope you like her!
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/004-25.jpg)
(http://i1189.photobucket.com/albums/z424/Ian_Brand/001-36.jpg)
I'll post the rest of the pics in the finished section.
Thanks for all the support during this rather long build.
Ian
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Congratulations on completing such a challenging kit so exquisitly. And in case I don't see you before hand, happy birthday!
Cheers,
Bud
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Ian, I admire your precision and cleanness, I currently know what a 72nd WW1 plane means and am not able of achieving on those models half of the quality you have achieved here.
Fantastic job!
Antonio
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Ian the Wizard of 72th,
As always Uber impressive. Congratulations my old friend and Well Done!
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
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Looks mighty good to me Ian. Happy birthday too.
Best
Mark
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Very nice work on a colourful little bird!!!!
Steve
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Ian, I just came across your build. It's hard to believe it's 1/72. That size
would drive my old eyes crazy, optivisor or not!...You have amazing talent
to end up with a little gem like that. I really like the Bavarian decals. Tough
to get them on just right, but you pulled it off. Well done, and thanks for
sharing your build with us.
Best Regards,
Ernie
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Very nicely done, Ian. I wouldn't be game to tackle those markings in 1/32, let alone 1/72.
Dal.