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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Under Construction => Topic started by: Mutter1 on December 28, 2017, 01:03:20 PM

Title: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on December 28, 2017, 01:03:20 PM: Hello all,

Well I managed to get a start on the Bristol. I made some of my own eyelets and then started to add more frame work and some internal rigging. I know you will probably not be able to see much of it. But hey...I know its in there!!
(http://i68.tinypic.com/a3nxjq.jpg)
(http://i66.tinypic.com/2i0rqls.jpg)
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Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on December 28, 2017, 01:06:02 PM: A few more pictures......
(http://i67.tinypic.com/29c1iky.jpg)
(http://i63.tinypic.com/1ovdkl.jpg)
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on December 28, 2017, 01:17:45 PM: A few more pictures lol
(http://i63.tinypic.com/whmop4.jpg)
(http://i65.tinypic.com/2uh3b7s.jpg)
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Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: davec on December 28, 2017, 09:20:31 PM: Looks great! I'm planning on trying to do internal rigging for my next model. When you drilled the holes for the crossbraces along the sides, did you drill the holes through and through from the outside, of find someway to drill them partially through from the inner edge where the loop is?

thanks!

Dave
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on December 29, 2017, 09:10:46 AM: Hi Dave,

I drilled the hole into the framing before I glued them into the fuselage. I had made marks for where the eyelets go.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Juan on December 30, 2017, 01:56:31 AM: Very nicely done, just wished all your hard work would be visible. Looking forward to your progress.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on December 30, 2017, 02:41:00 AM: Outstanding work! May not be seen but you have certainly added even more detail to a kit that is already great!
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on December 30, 2017, 10:10:50 AM: Thank you RAGIII ! I have really enjoyed the build so far....a little intimidated about the rigging....but that will close to the end lol
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Des on December 30, 2017, 10:21:38 AM: I still class this as the best kit Wingnuts have ever produced and what you have done so far has made it even better. I built this kit when it was first released and thoroughly enjoyed the build, the rigging may seem complex but if you take your time you will handle it without a problem.

Des.

Here is a link to my build just in case you need a bit of help along the way but judging from what you have done so far you will not need any help; https://ww1aircraftmodels.com/page7.html
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on January 02, 2018, 11:40:17 AM: Evening everyone,

My first attempt a doing wood grain......
(http://i63.tinypic.com/eriwep.jpg)
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RLWP on January 02, 2018, 07:57:57 PM: Well, that worked!

Richard
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Borsos on January 02, 2018, 08:15:53 PM: A really cool looking interior with all that interior rigging. The wooden tones came out very nicely as well. This is an interesting build to follow!
Borsos
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on January 03, 2018, 12:11:04 AM: Quote from: RLWP on January 02, 2018, 07:57:57 PM
Well, that worked!

Richard

Yep 8) Excellent results!
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: gbrivio on January 03, 2018, 12:40:30 AM: Very nice so far.
Ciao
Giuseppe
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on January 03, 2018, 09:03:03 AM: Thank you gentlemen! Will post more as the work progresses!
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on January 07, 2018, 03:47:44 AM: Hello all,

Small update. Haven’t had much time to work on the Bristol lately. But I did manage to get some work done on the landing gear. I wrapped some EZ line around the struts and axle to simulate the bungee cord.....
(http://i68.tinypic.com/10qz9s6.jpg)
(http://i64.tinypic.com/qz5ava.jpg)
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on January 07, 2018, 01:37:03 PM: Hello again,

Another small update. I was able to get the cockpit and wing struts “varnished” this evening. Pretty happy with the finish.
(http://i65.tinypic.com/33bmhaq.jpg)
(http://i64.tinypic.com/34jass7.jpg)

I know it is hard to see but there is a nice sheen to the parts
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on January 08, 2018, 01:16:56 AM: Your method for doing the wood tones is excellent. Outstanding results.
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on January 09, 2018, 12:55:48 PM: (http://i64.tinypic.com/51ownr.jpg)

Evening all,

Well the struts are all taped up on the ends. Hopefully tomorrow I can paint the tape dark yellow then get the decals on them
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Des on January 09, 2018, 01:23:38 PM: You are doing an excellent job with this build, the wood colours are superb.

Des.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: mgunns on January 10, 2018, 12:19:52 AM: Quote from: Des on January 09, 2018, 01:23:38 PM
You are doing an excellent job with this build, the wood colours are superb.

Des.
Yes, I concur, your wood tones are really nice. I like the use of the tape on the struts as well. Very nicely done and add that extra depth that paint can't replicate.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on January 10, 2018, 07:17:02 AM: Thank you gentlemen!! :)
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on January 11, 2018, 10:16:21 AM: Good evening gentlemen,

The wing struts are now finished. Decals done last evening and just finished putting a second and final coat of “varnish”
(http://i64.tinypic.com/6nxkbd.jpg)
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Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on January 13, 2018, 02:09:45 AM: Wood tones look great! The struts and wrapping are fantastic!
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Juan on January 13, 2018, 03:30:54 AM: Quote from: RAGIII on January 13, 2018, 02:09:45 AM
Wood tones look great! The struts and wrapping are fantastic!
RAGIII

Could not agree more, they look like the real thing. :D
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on January 22, 2018, 03:29:35 AM: Good afternoon everyone!

Thank you for the comments! :) Small update...I managed to get the wing and tail preshading done over the past few days....
(http://i66.tinypic.com/2w2ec1w.jpg)
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Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on January 22, 2018, 03:31:18 AM: Question....what do you folks use or recommend for the upper colour of RAC aircraft?
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on January 22, 2018, 05:12:29 AM: Quote from: Mutter1 on January 22, 2018, 03:31:18 AM
Question....what do you folks use or recommend for the upper colour of RAC aircraft?

Looking great! You have asked the Million dollar question here 8) I am sure many will chime in. I have been mixing my own and am never truly happy with the outcome. So on my upcoming Dolphin build I am going to try Drooling Bulldog PC10 paints.
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: lcarroll on January 22, 2018, 05:58:27 AM: I notice a lot of Tamiya products in your photos so here's my preferred Tamiya PC.10 Mix:

Equal amounts of XF-62 Olive Drab, XF-51 Khaki Drab, and XF-55 Desert Tan.
To that add about half of one of those measures of XF-10 Flat Brown. The brown can be decreased or increased depending on the "brownish tint" you desire, and really increased to provide the more "chocolaty brown" PC-12 color.
If you prefer enamels I also use a 50/50 mix of Model Master Olive Drab SKU 17110 and Faded Olive Drab SKU 20510. You can add some dark brown or even red to that to experiment.
Keep in mind we'll never know the one true version of PC.10, it's a matter of personal interpretation, taste, and degree of sanity! :o ::)
Have fun!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: coyotemagic on January 22, 2018, 08:56:49 AM: Excellent work, thus far! Promises to be a real gem!
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on January 29, 2018, 10:53:11 AM: Hello all!

Its been a few days.....I mixed up the PCL 10 colour which I’m really happy with. As you can see it is more on the green side. I almost didn’t notice that the colour wraps around the edges of the wings and tail lol
(http://i63.tinypic.com/25u1849.jpg)
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Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on January 30, 2018, 02:42:02 AM: Excellent progress!
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on February 02, 2018, 01:01:14 PM: Evening all,

Tried my hand at some rigging tonight....
(http://i65.tinypic.com/1pxngo.jpg)
(http://i68.tinypic.com/2yuccub.jpg)
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Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on February 03, 2018, 02:42:45 AM: Great progress on the interior rigging.
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: GB on February 06, 2018, 11:17:37 AM: 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8)

Gary
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on February 11, 2018, 04:12:35 AM: Hello everyone!

I haven’t had much time to get things done....but what time I do get has been productive. The cockpit rigging is all finished!
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Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: coyotemagic on February 11, 2018, 04:17:25 AM: The rigging looks fantastic!
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on February 11, 2018, 05:16:02 AM: Quote from: coyotemagic on February 11, 2018, 04:17:25 AM
The rigging looks fantastic!
Cheers,
Bud

Complete agreement from this Amigo!
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Juan on February 11, 2018, 05:24:43 AM: Everything looks great, I especially like the rigging.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: pepperman42 on February 11, 2018, 11:33:59 PM: Another project Im catching up on. Great work so far!!

Steve
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on February 26, 2018, 05:38:00 AM: Hello everyone!

Sorry I haven’t posted recently. Been busy working on the Bristol. I have been able to get a fair amount done...well it feels like a fair amount! I got the fuselage together and painted. The decals are on as well. After that was finished I set on getting the rigging for the tail section finished....
(http://i68.tinypic.com/2hrl74j.jpg)
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I am letting the superglue sit over night to make sure it cured fully then I will go back and paint the control lines and turn buckles.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: mgunns on February 26, 2018, 05:42:57 AM: Great job on the dual rigging to the various control horns, always a challenge and you did it beautifully.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on February 26, 2018, 06:01:49 AM: Thank you sir!

Yes it has been a challenge. But I am really happy with it so far.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Juan on February 26, 2018, 06:33:44 AM: Wow, your control lines and all rigging looks fantastic.... :D
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on February 26, 2018, 06:42:13 AM: Outstanding rigging! Looking fantastic!
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: lcarroll on February 26, 2018, 06:52:25 AM: That's pretty significant progress alright, and some very nice work. I'm enjoying your Build thus far, I may be repeating myself however this is definitely my favorite Kit! Looking forward to more.
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on March 04, 2018, 04:33:42 AM: Hello everyone,

A little more progress. Turnbuckles made and added to the lower wing
(http://i65.tinypic.com/2ajbayu.jpg)
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(http://i65.tinypic.com/2uojfpd.jpg)
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Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Bughunter on March 04, 2018, 09:29:23 AM: Nice build so far ...
I won't to disappoint you, because you put a lot of effort in, but the F.2B don't have turnbuckles but uses "RAF wires" on the wings. This are not cables but streamlined bars with threads on the end sitting in terminals.
Please see WNW website for very nice pictures. I'm not sure about the tail rigging, because I just started my Fighter build (in 1/48).

Cheers,
Frank
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on March 04, 2018, 01:00:35 PM: Hello Frank,

Thank you for your input on the wires. This is my first WnW kit and first WW1 aircraft....and won’t be my last! I know there is is lots I can improve on. On the next kit I will look to improve on techniques and my skills for building WW1 aircraft. Input and advise is always welcome, how else can we improve! :)
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: dr 1 ace on March 05, 2018, 01:53:25 AM: Your progress moving along, enjoy all the aspects and what you learn on the way !!

Ed
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Juan on March 05, 2018, 02:30:01 AM: Looking good Frank (s/b Mutter1, sorry for brainfart), can't wait for your next update (no rush ;D).
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Bughunter on March 05, 2018, 02:43:29 AM: Juan, I don't want to adorn oneself with borrowed plumes! This is not my build report ;)
I will start my "Bristol Fighter" report soon.

Cheers,
Frank
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Juan on March 05, 2018, 03:46:50 AM: Sorry Frank, getting oldddddd, although I enjoy your builds I meant to put Mutter1, my bad.... :-[
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Manni on March 05, 2018, 04:33:56 PM: Great work, very clean and good painted. Perfect.
Manni
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on March 06, 2018, 01:05:40 AM: Lovely work to date! I really like your PC 10 color
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: fredjocko on March 08, 2018, 10:16:47 PM: This looks really nice!!
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on March 17, 2018, 07:21:11 AM: Hello all!

Small update. I managed to get the rigging finished and painted Next will come the Matt coat and weathering. Finish up the small details and then onto the engine....
(http://i68.tinypic.com/15qcin8.jpg)
(http://i68.tinypic.com/2sab7lj.jpg)
(http://i64.tinypic.com/sdjpdx.jpg)
(http://i66.tinypic.com/ci2bd.jpg)

As I am getting closer to finishing the Bristol, I have been thinking on my next kit. My birthday is coming up in a few weeks and my wife said I can buy another kit......thinking of the Gotha, one of the Felixstowes or one of the AEG’s. What do you folks think is a good second kit?
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on March 17, 2018, 07:48:25 AM: Your rigging looks outstanding! Great work overall. As for the next one the Gotha is OOP so unless you want to pay a ransom price you are left with the other choices. A nice German AEG would go well with your Bristol.
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: GazzaS on March 17, 2018, 07:53:18 AM: That looks fantastic! Everywhere!
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on March 17, 2018, 08:09:20 AM: Thank you gentlemen!

Well it is going to be a difficult choice as my LHS has both the AEG late and the Felixstowes......hmmm which way to go! LOL
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: UFAG on March 17, 2018, 09:27:52 AM: Wow...just...
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: lcarroll on March 17, 2018, 09:53:24 AM: Looking at your results thus far I'd say there are no limits on your next subject! I'm presently immersed in the Late AEG and it's a "long haul" but a fantastic Kit. I'm looking forward to seeing this one in the Completed Models Section, she's a real beauty!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on March 17, 2018, 11:03:58 AM: Thank you! So am I lol. Still undecided as to which way I’m going for the next kit
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: GAJouette on March 17, 2018, 12:34:29 PM: Mutter,
Beautiful work my friend. First Class all the way.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on March 26, 2018, 08:23:46 AM: Hello all,

I know thisisn’t related to my build here. But I wanted to show you all what I came up with at our model contest/ vendor mart. The contest was held at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Meusum. I entered a Tamiya 1/32 Spitfire MK. VIII...I received a second for my efforts. But enough of that....here is what I managed to come home with....
(http://i67.tinypic.com/6qi638.jpg)
(http://i63.tinypic.com/dorp5x.jpg)
(http://i66.tinypic.com/nzhb9v.jpg)
(http://i63.tinypic.com/11wern4.jpg)
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: GazzaS on March 26, 2018, 06:51:20 PM: Very nice haul!
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on March 26, 2018, 11:21:28 PM: Quote from: GazzaS on March 26, 2018, 06:51:20 PM
Very nice haul!

I agree! Nice Haul Indeed.
RAGIII

PS: Congrats on the Spit!
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: fredjocko on March 27, 2018, 12:33:24 AM: Quote from: Mutter1 on March 26, 2018, 08:23:46 AM
Hello all,

I know thisisn’t related to my build here. But I wanted to show you all what I came up with at our model contest/ vendor mart. The contest was held at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Meusum. I entered a Tamiya 1/32 Spitfire MK. VIII...I received a second for my efforts. But enough of that....here is what I managed to come home with....
(http://i67.tinypic.com/6qi638.jpg)
(http://i63.tinypic.com/dorp5x.jpg)
(http://i66.tinypic.com/nzhb9v.jpg)
(http://i63.tinypic.com/11wern4.jpg)

I like how the Blue Max Pfalz's box says, "Detailed scale model for adult collectors". So, apparently, you really aren't supposed to build them.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on March 27, 2018, 07:06:22 AM: Ya it is kind of funny. But it might be due to the female”movie star” resin figure included with the model and pilot
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on March 30, 2018, 11:19:32 PM: Hello everyone,

As I am getting closer to finishing the airframe I turned my attention to the engine. I made up the sparkplug wire and spark plugs.....ohh and added valve springs lol
(http://i67.tinypic.com/29qmvjp.jpg)
(http://i67.tinypic.com/14xz8xs.jpg)
(http://i63.tinypic.com/8xr6ah.jpg)
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Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: krow113 on March 31, 2018, 01:42:34 AM: Looking good.
High voltage spark plug wire would never be twisted like that , along with any other wire on any vehicle built , just not done.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Dave W on March 31, 2018, 09:14:46 AM: Beautiful work there , this is shaping up as a model to be proud of. Your fine detail additions deserve extra praise.

And a great model haul from the model show. I bought the Encore Blue Max Pfalz kit during my last holiday in America. It was calling my name from a shelf at Hobbytown USA in Las Vegas. Nice kit and this time I don't have to hand paint the Blue Max lozenge markings as I did with various Aurora 1/48th Fokkers in the 1960s!

Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on March 31, 2018, 12:33:12 PM: Thank you krow113 I will remember that for the next kit.

Dave W, the Blue Max is a nice kit. With some extra detail I think it come out a lot nicer!
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: GazzaS on March 31, 2018, 04:11:52 PM: Wires, plugs, springs...all fantastic looking adds.

Gaz
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on March 31, 2018, 08:09:41 PM: Thank you Gaz! It has been fun and frustrating all in the same breath! Lol
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on March 31, 2018, 08:12:22 PM: Your additions to the engine look terrific. I a looking forward to the next update.
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on March 31, 2018, 10:08:43 PM: Morning all!

Thank you and here you go RagIII! Spark plug wiring all done!
(http://i68.tinypic.com/161xemt.jpg)
(http://i63.tinypic.com/2h33kg1.jpg)
(http://i63.tinypic.com/2mpjuia.jpg)
(http://i67.tinypic.com/35k4n6d.jpg)
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on March 31, 2018, 10:12:20 PM: The spark plug attachments / leads look awesome!
RAGIII.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on April 01, 2018, 07:59:09 AM: A little more progress. Still need to weather the engine...
(http://i65.tinypic.com/2rfvpzm.jpg)
(http://i67.tinypic.com/wu0a4p.jpg)
(http://i65.tinypic.com/15frh4i.jpg)
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(http://i66.tinypic.com/21oqz9v.jpg)
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Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: GazzaS on April 01, 2018, 08:51:53 AM: Holy smokes is that pretty! Almost too pretty to weather!
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on April 01, 2018, 11:43:05 PM: Morning all!

Engine is all weathered and ready for install. I didn’t want to go overboard on the weathering....just enough to make it “pop”....well at least I think so....lol
(http://i63.tinypic.com/qquwig.jpg)
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(http://i63.tinypic.com/2yzd79y.jpg)
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Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: GazzaS on April 02, 2018, 07:20:48 AM: Excellent!
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on April 02, 2018, 08:25:10 AM: The weathering made it look even better! Well done.
RAGIII
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Juan on April 02, 2018, 08:41:40 AM: That is one great looking engine (along with the rest of the build).
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: lcarroll on April 02, 2018, 10:06:10 AM: Nicely done. What sort of grime "wash" did you use? You have a great model coming along here!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on April 02, 2018, 10:36:37 AM: Hi Lance,

I used MIG’s “Engine Grime” and MIG’s dark wash.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: lcarroll on April 02, 2018, 11:16:44 AM: Thanks for the info. I couldn't source the MIG line by net shopping Canadian sites but got the AK Interactive similar products, great stuff compared to the oil paints
I've been mixing on my own all these years.
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: GAJouette on April 02, 2018, 11:55:23 AM: Mutter,
Absolutely awesome thread my friend. Keep the high levels of excellence.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: pepperman42 on April 04, 2018, 10:38:54 PM: Great update. The engine grime looks great!!

Steve
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: Mutter1 on April 08, 2018, 10:44:24 PM: Morning all,

The Bristol motor is complete! Now to mount it in the airframe!
(http://i68.tinypic.com/2m28e9z.jpg)
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(http://i67.tinypic.com/27ysb4h.jpg)
(http://i67.tinypic.com/bgec68.jpg)
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Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: kensar on April 09, 2018, 02:46:33 AM: The engine looks very good - just the right amount of weathering.
Title: Re: WnW Bristol F.2b
Post by: RAGIII on April 09, 2018, 05:25:33 AM: The engine is really looking the part installed in the airframe! Terrific work.
RAGIII
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Post by: Mutter1 on April 09, 2018, 12:35:17 PM: Thank you!

Just need to get a matte coat on the airframe and weather it.Then I can finish the small details in the engine bay and the pilots seat.
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Post by: GazzaS on April 10, 2018, 07:15:25 AM: Marvelous!
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Post by: Mutter1 on April 11, 2018, 08:46:44 AM: Good evening everyone,

Well I have a bit of bad news. I came home from work today to find the Bristol on the floor in pieces. I’m devastated. It is repairable. But it will take some time. So I will be suspending posting in this build blog. I will be continuing on the FE.2b. I am a little discouraged but I will be getting to the rebuilding of the Bristol at a later date.

Thank you everyone For your kind words and encouragement during the build!

The Bristol will rise again!
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Post by: markleecarter on April 11, 2018, 05:27:22 PM: Oh no! Sorry to hear that. What happened?
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Post by: gbrivio on April 11, 2018, 07:46:45 PM: It was a beautiful progress, sad to know about the incident, I hope you can fix it.
Ciao
Giuseppe
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Post by: Mutter1 on April 12, 2018, 12:31:29 PM: Hello all,

Upon closer inspection the damage is nor to bad. I will have to re-glue the wings and struts. Do a minor repair to one of the struts in front of the cockpit, remount the landing gear and replace 5 or 6 of the rigging wires. Alll in all not bad.....
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Post by: Jeff K on April 12, 2018, 03:31:30 PM: glad to hear it's not a write-off. how did it happen? was there a cat involved? my cat's not allowed in my workshop. ever.
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Post by: Mutter1 on April 13, 2018, 06:19:36 AM: There was a cat involved. We live in an apartment and my display cases are full with other models.
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Post by: GAJouette on April 13, 2018, 11:28:08 AM: That's one of the reasons we don't have cats any longer .
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
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Post by: rayb24 on April 13, 2018, 12:10:24 PM: So are you now rigging with catgut!!!

Ray
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Post by: Mutter1 on April 14, 2018, 11:59:26 PM: No. The little guy is still with us. When I think about it....really it is my fault. I should have found a safer place for the Bristol.
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Post by: Mutter1 on April 15, 2018, 09:03:59 AM: Hello all,

Well the rebuild has begun. The lower wing has been repaired and reattached.
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Post by: wmoran on April 15, 2018, 09:23:42 AM: Living with cats and modelling will always involve compromises. I have accepted the fact that I will never build a contest-worthy model because I am never able to spot all of the cat hairs in time when I am painting or decaling. My cats are not allowed in my hobby room, but I am quite proficient at breaking and losing parts all on my own.

Bill
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Post by: Mutter1 on April 16, 2018, 08:03:35 AM: I understand and know the same pain!
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Post by: Mutter1 on April 21, 2018, 08:20:07 AM: Hello all!

Well as most of you know the Bristol had a minor accident.... but now she is on the mend. The lower and upper wings and all the struts are back in place. This time it feels a lot stronger. After inspecting closely...I will only have 6 rigging lines to replace. I got away pretty lucky from this accident....and so did the kit! :)
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Post by: Borsos on April 21, 2018, 11:14:05 PM: So your cat is released from prison cell?
Borsos
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Post by: Juan on April 21, 2018, 11:16:07 PM: Glad to hear that the damage was not extensive. She deserves another chance as does your cat (not to play with plastic though).
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Post by: RAGIII on April 22, 2018, 12:15:40 AM: Like the others I am glad you have been able to go back and repair this one! Looking forward to seeing the photos!
RAGIII