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Title: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on October 28, 2020, 06:33:10 AM
After 9 years since I built the late Fee, I am back to this amazing model of the amazing aircraft. This time I plan to build the earliest possible version, with 120hp engine, two-bladed propeller, front wheel and balcony gun mount.


 (https://i.ibb.co/vBmktc0/20201021-074704.jpg)


I have started with the nacelle. First I cut the pilot rear plate in two and glued the halves to the nacelle halves, thus will be able to fill efficiently the seams along the cockpit rim before assembly. The treatment of the vertical joint will be much easier, feasible after the interior is assembled and painted.

(https://i.ibb.co/TtzmDPT/20201027-211014.jpg)


Since it is the early version with pilot lockers,without the aux tank, I have also removed the fuel lines, not only from the pilot front panel but also from the truss sides. Besides this, 50+ eyelets for the interior righing have been added.


(https://i.ibb.co/mzJ6GTX/20201027-211213.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/F0rJVcH/20201027-211040.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/XLWT0dt/20201027-211308.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b Baroda (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on October 28, 2020, 06:42:12 AM
Excellent start! WOW, 50 plus eyelets  ::)
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b Baroda (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: William Adair on October 28, 2020, 07:43:39 AM
I love the FE.2 series.  Can’t wait to see you get stuck in.   :D
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b Baroda (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Old Man on October 28, 2020, 02:30:53 PM
Well, this will certainly be a treat, Sir.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b Baroda (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Nigrivender on October 28, 2020, 04:53:30 PM
50+ eyelets for the interior righing have been added.


New 500+ program  ;D





Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 03, 2020, 09:51:14 AM
Some colours on the interior bits

(https://i.ibb.co/brzwkrZ/20201103-004538.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/mbShNv6/20201103-004606.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/1XvWwXc/20201102-161816.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/q1yB0Xq/20201103-004659.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on November 03, 2020, 10:00:04 AM
Awesome Przemol! I love the IP and especially the Map roller!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: bobs_buckles on November 03, 2020, 07:25:44 PM
Lovely work on the Fee, Prze!

9 years??? Where does the time go??  :o

Cheers,
Bob
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: gbrivio on November 03, 2020, 10:38:14 PM
Great start with interior work.
Ciao
Giuseppe
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on November 04, 2020, 02:35:20 AM
Off to an excellent start with the airbrush and detail painting  :)


Terri
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: lone modeller on November 04, 2020, 03:26:01 AM
Lovely to see another Fee being built. There is something about this aircraft which makes it interesting - even though aesthetically it left quite a lot to be desired.

Stephen.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: FAf on November 04, 2020, 05:46:22 AM
Very nice variations between different wood tones! Great work overall.
/Fredrik
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Europapete on November 04, 2020, 09:11:57 AM
Great start there Prze, looking forward to this. Regards, Pete in RI
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 05, 2020, 07:20:05 AM
Thank you everyone.

More progress on the innards. Two turnbuckles in the front bays added, two more to come. Also the missing control levers and cables for the throttle and spark advance added. Basically ready for the assembly.

(https://i.ibb.co/dc7d5nZ/20201104-221054.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/wdGQFDc/20201104-221036.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/r0CyRGM/20201104-221021.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/1Xm5879/20201104-220957.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: gedmundson on November 05, 2020, 09:38:43 AM
Great start Prze - I really like the way you have figured out how to tackle that impossible seam in the cockpit. That's great advice for when I start my late Fe2b. I really like your woodgrain on everything, and the instrument panel is spectacular.
Cheers,
Gary
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: kensar on November 06, 2020, 04:50:15 AM
very nice woodgrain and interior detailing, Przemol.  Thinking 'outside of the box' helps overcome difficult situations (the seam).
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on November 06, 2020, 05:40:38 AM
Wiring, IP, and painting are top notch and it is looking great!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 06, 2020, 08:02:26 AM
Thank you, my friends.

Putting the bits together, dryfitting inside the nacelle. All looks fine, now for the seat belts and 26 internal rigging lines and it will be ready to be closed for good. And then the final touch of the seam behind the pilot 😉

(https://i.ibb.co/8z1VmqQ/20201105-225343.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/z8fdJd4/20201105-225325.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/3sYHHHV/20201105-225305.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/HdknL0d/20201105-225241.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on November 06, 2020, 09:08:20 AM
Stunning work as always Przemol!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on November 06, 2020, 11:06:23 PM
Coming along wonderful Pzre :)


Terri
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Early Bird Fan on November 07, 2020, 11:52:07 PM
that's a really nice looking build, looking forward to seeing the rest  8)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 08, 2020, 03:50:01 AM
Thank you, I am glad you like this Fee.

The internal rigging and seatbelts added, the nacelle buttoned up.

(https://i.ibb.co/qgqMn0w/20201106-194306.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/qgs7j55/20201107-172026.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/7WbGxTF/20201107-172010.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/x2YrVLV/20201107-171955.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/THjsqXT/20201107-171930.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/VNY8dks/20201107-184153.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/b6GpZ6r/20201107-184135.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/9Tc4Cry/20201107-184234.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Monty on November 08, 2020, 04:34:15 AM
Amazing work, Przemo! It looks just beautiful! I couldn't even consider doing internal rigging like that - yet you make it look so easy! I will follow carefully, and maybe learn a little more! Regards, Marc.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on November 08, 2020, 09:46:17 AM
Amazing work as always Przemol! Looks great closed up!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on November 08, 2020, 10:58:27 AM
That does look awesome closed up  :)

Terri
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: FAf on November 12, 2020, 08:51:15 PM
WOW!
/Fredrik
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Early Bird Fan on November 12, 2020, 10:02:48 PM
shame to close it up really as the interior is superb, looks like most of it will still be on show though.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: bobs_buckles on November 13, 2020, 12:53:11 AM
Superb looking cockpit, PrzemoL!

Love it!

vB  ;)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 17, 2020, 06:53:02 AM
Thank you, everyone.
Now with the seam behind the pilot repaired the interior is complete

(https://i.ibb.co/yhX6r0M/20201116-213525.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Wpn4KDB/20201116-213507.jpg)

And now the focus is on early 120hp Beardmore. The mounts for the electric fairleads are modified to be 3-point instead of 2-point. I have also modified the joint position between the part protruding from magneto assembly and the part attached to the cylinder blocks. The cylinder blocks have horrible joint to be filled at the front and the rear, this is now treated, too.

(https://i.ibb.co/xCwx1jS/20201116-213438.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/QYnRN8g/20201116-213647.jpg)

The carbs and intake manifolds piece is enhanced, the air inlets drilled out, the massive control rod between the carbs replaced with a thinner wire piece, also the inlets of the missing water pipes to the carbs added, also some spurious plastic between the intake and the breather pipes passing one by another was remived with a sharp knife tip.

(https://i.ibb.co/pPdSHNb/20201116-213422.jpg)

Taurus nuts for the intake manifolds drilled out.

(https://i.ibb.co/ZSqQt8M/20201116-213321.jpg)

And some treatment of mould push rod marks as well as some bits of control mechanism on the interior sides of cooling covers done.
(https://i.ibb.co/x8HXyc1/20201116-213339.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: kensar on November 17, 2020, 07:47:31 AM
The interior looks great.  Excellent woodgrain.  I'm sure the detailing on the engine will enhance it immensely.
Seems like the radiator wouldn't get much air back there.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 17, 2020, 08:34:09 AM
The interior looks great.  Excellent woodgrain.  I'm sure the detailing on the engine will enhance it immensely.
Seems like the radiator wouldn't get much air back there.


Thanks.
And indeed, the air access to the ŕadiator here was limited and that is why for the late 160hp Beardmore additional cooling openings were drilled in that plywood wall behind the pilot seat.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on November 17, 2020, 09:39:22 AM
Great start on the engine details Przemol! The way you handled blending in that rear bulkhead seam is incredible! Simply Brilliant work.
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: bobs_buckles on November 17, 2020, 07:04:49 PM
The bulkhead (and cockpit area) worked out beautifully, Prze! Love it.

vB   ;)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Borsos on November 18, 2020, 03:55:25 AM
Amazing job on one of the best looking airplanes ever!
Andreas
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: mgunns on November 19, 2020, 09:17:39 AM
Nice job on the seam on the interior Prez!  The engine components treatment you are giving them will pay off as the engine is right there and very exposed.  The copper color too is a real eye catcher and all that detail will really shine.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 22, 2020, 05:24:34 AM
Thank you for watching and commenting.

And in the recent days I worked on the Beardmore, also adding some missing instalations. Now it is basically ready to be weathered, installed and have attached a few controls.

(https://i.ibb.co/2ZcKgq5/20201121-201437.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/SckgrNj/20201121-201404.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/85DH1ty/20201121-201545.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: gcn on November 22, 2020, 05:32:53 AM
That engine is spectacular. What do you use for the wiring.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on November 22, 2020, 06:28:17 AM
Brilliant Modeling!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Bughunter on November 22, 2020, 06:54:59 AM
Sensational :o
I was not able to put more details on my 1/16 engine. Perfectly done!
The cockpit is also best in class, that will be a fantastic model.

Cheers,
Frank
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on November 22, 2020, 10:34:48 AM
Beautiful engine  :) Love those details!


Terri
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: William Adair on November 22, 2020, 10:45:28 AM
Incredible!  What a jewel that engine is.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Rookie on November 22, 2020, 05:36:09 PM
That is one stunning looking engine PrzemoL!

Can you tell us a little bit about the painting process?

Willem
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Early Bird Fan on November 23, 2020, 12:24:34 AM
as engines go that ones a bit of stunner, looking forward to seeing more
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 23, 2020, 02:44:51 AM
Thank you for the kind comments.
That is one stunning looking engine PrzemoL!

Can you tell us a little bit about the painting process?

Willem

The main bits were airbrushed before assembly in main colours. Some bits required additional touches with secondary colours, these were done with 00 brush.
I have used Vallejo acrylics. From Metal Color: copper, dark aluminium for steel, duraluminium for aluminium. The other colours are from Model Color: brass, black, brown for cable leads, sand for cables, khaki green for added water lines to he carbs.

That engine is spectacular. What do you use for the wiring.

I prefer soldering wire, I have it in 0.22, 0.25, 0.38 and 0.56mm thickness.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Monty on November 24, 2020, 05:03:56 AM
What a lovely engine, Przemo! Your detailing and colour  selection is superb! Regards, Marc.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: kensar on November 24, 2020, 10:36:43 PM
As the others have said, beautiful engine.  The smooth paint really brings a realistic appearance.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Pup7309 on November 26, 2020, 10:08:16 PM
Wow amazing engine!
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: gbrivio on November 26, 2020, 10:56:32 PM
Great work on your engine, when going to build mine this will be reference and aim. Thank you for sharing.
Ciao
Giuseppe
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on November 29, 2020, 01:53:22 AM
Thanks, again, for cheering.

The nacelle is slowly taking shape. Assembly, decaling, wash... What a fun this kit is!

(https://i.ibb.co/nrhgJZh/20201127-194654.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/RTv37Kk/20201127-194625.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Q6SF3VY/20201127-194605.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/qBVHWV6/20201128-164705.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/n3mg0Tk/20201128-164611.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on November 29, 2020, 02:00:49 AM
Simply Beautiful in all respects Przemol!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Rookie on November 29, 2020, 02:46:15 AM
If these were black & white pics, i'd swear they were taken in 1917...

Extremely beautiful Przemol!

Willem
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Early Bird Fan on November 29, 2020, 03:25:46 AM
simply awesome bit of modelling, it just gets better and better
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Monty on November 29, 2020, 05:20:55 PM
Amazing, just amazing Przemo... This is modelling of the highest order and just so beautiful... Regards, Marc.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: William Adair on November 29, 2020, 09:28:49 PM
Absolutely gorgeous.   8)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on November 29, 2020, 11:12:56 PM
Looking good Prze !

I really like the shade you chosen for the grey , well done .


Terri
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: lcarroll on November 29, 2020, 11:48:03 PM
    The entire nacelle with engine included is simply a stunning example of the results we all strive for Prze, and I'm in awe of the standard of modelling you've presented here once again. A sheer pleasure to follow your progress!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: bobs_buckles on November 29, 2020, 11:52:11 PM
Truly stunning piece of modelling.
Well done, Przemol  ;)

vB
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Fvdm on November 30, 2020, 04:46:23 AM
I really like this build and especially the paintjob. That engine looks fantastic!
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 01, 2020, 05:43:42 AM
Thank you, everyone. I am really glad you like my build. Well, now the nacelle is basically ready, only the cabane struts, elevator control horns and the gun balcony are missing. And possibly some more dirt on the wheels. But these will come later, now for the wings and struts...

(https://i.ibb.co/6grt3mp/20201130-203314.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/LQ7tCr5/20201130-203253.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/HpgR3vW/20201130-203221.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/GvPGm2m/20201130-203154.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/C0wqHYC/20201130-203129.jpg)
 
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on December 01, 2020, 05:47:22 AM
The gear looks great Przemol. You could win a contest with just the Tub and Gear in Place  ;D
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Monty on December 01, 2020, 05:55:44 AM
Yow, Przemo! Simply stunning stuff! Just amazing detail, so cleanly done and completely convincing... Well done! Marc.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on December 01, 2020, 06:27:42 AM
Great stuff ! :)


Terri
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Early Bird Fan on December 02, 2020, 12:31:43 AM
that looks amazing  8)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: kensar on December 02, 2020, 10:58:58 PM
Superb modeling, Przemol.  Looking gorgeous.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 12, 2020, 07:12:04 AM
Thank you very much.

And the break in the updates does not mean I left this project. Simply the work on my Fee entered the little spectacular but very essential phase of parts cleaning and installing the rigging eyelets. Exactly 170 of them in the wings, tail, booms and nacelle. Now they need to be tested for pull-out. Also the elevator control horns with cable pieces to the turnbuckles were recently added.

(https://i.ibb.co/ZB13wNQ/20201211-215912.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Phpqths/20201211-215939.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/s3w26MP/20201211-215537.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/rb43t3L/20201211-220001.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on December 12, 2020, 10:22:59 AM
That is a lot of rigging eyelets !


Terri
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Rookie on December 12, 2020, 08:50:15 PM
The eyelets look great and neatly placed! Did they come with the kit or are they aftermarket?

Willem
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 12, 2020, 09:06:29 PM
Right, Terri. This beast has well over 200 lines all together, yet some have the plastic eyelets in the plastic kit parts, some others as the control horn siffeners do not require them at all. And the interior is already rigged :-)

Willem, the eyelets are from Bob Booth - the famous Bob's Buckles - great stuff, very much recommended.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Jaysena on December 13, 2020, 01:56:06 AM
A master class, Przemol! 

Could I ask how you terminate the rigging line on the turnbuckles as it looks true to scale, and what line are you using?

David
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 13, 2020, 09:22:08 AM
Thanks, David.
I use the classical method with tubes, only that they are roughly 0.5-0.7mm long sections of amber polyimide tubing which I cut with old fashioned shaving razor. The lines are black 0.12 and 0.16mm monofilament fishing lines.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on December 13, 2020, 10:03:37 AM
That is a Bunch of anchors! The tai rigging looks like it will be your usual awesome job!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: lcarroll on December 13, 2020, 11:06:24 AM
     Very neat work on the anchors Prze, and the control line connections as well. I remember this stage of the Build when I did the "Fee", a daunting task that, by the end, really tested my patience! It just seemed it would never end! Nicely done!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: hadzi on December 14, 2020, 04:59:02 AM
wow, Przemek it is amazing!
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Monty on December 14, 2020, 05:29:35 AM
Your usual amazing and spectacular work, Przemo! Love it! Regards, Marc
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 18, 2020, 06:44:03 AM
Thank you.

Some more fun with colours. Wooden struts and undersides done. The tail booms still lack the wrap bands, decalling will care for it.

(https://i.ibb.co/G70qQwR/20201217-192657.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/zhTRzdD/20201217-192625.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/5nyKvPZ/20201217-192823.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Vm2yQDJ/20201217-193017.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Fvdm on December 18, 2020, 07:37:46 AM
That are some nice struts. I think the shading of the wing ribs is really subtle, I like it a lot.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on December 18, 2020, 09:17:58 AM
Beautifully done work on the struts and booms Przemol!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Europapete on December 19, 2020, 12:51:02 AM
Awesome work there Przemol, well done. Regards, Pete in RI
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: bobs_buckles on December 19, 2020, 01:14:36 AM
Lovely work Prze!

vB  ;)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 21, 2020, 07:57:00 AM
And the uppersides

(https://i.ibb.co/wRtzYXH/20201220-225308.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/LSH5dxt/20201220-225221.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/Cwx2062/20201220-225245.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on December 21, 2020, 01:40:20 PM
All looks outstanding Przemo! I Love the shading.
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Borsos on December 22, 2020, 02:32:12 AM
You make this demanding model looking like a walk in the park, Przemo. Wonderful!
Andreas
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: fredjocko on December 22, 2020, 10:49:47 PM
This is impressive!!! I have this kit in my stash and it scares me. Looking at your work, I think just maybe...
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Rookie on December 22, 2020, 11:18:18 PM
What a beautiful build and amazing airbrushing! The shading of the ribs is very nice and subtle.

Willem
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on December 23, 2020, 11:09:01 PM
Nice shading effect on the wings  :)


Teri
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 24, 2020, 01:38:00 AM
Thanks  :)

And we start growing wings...

(https://i.ibb.co/T15b7Bt/20201223-150455.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/BtHMg6F/20201223-150434.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Fvdm on December 24, 2020, 03:18:04 AM
Awesome!
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 28, 2020, 01:51:22 AM
Struts (all but outward ones), upper wings, rigging (inner bays for now). It is funnnnnnn!

(https://i.ibb.co/hdyzM5Q/20201223-225833.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/K5vCB2k/20201225-113557.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/25MKMVx/20201225-113539.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/gSwyxY6/20201225-113517.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/xqg9wBt/20201227-134456.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Fvdm on December 28, 2020, 02:49:25 AM
The start of the rigging looks promising.  Great job so far.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Early Bird Fan on December 28, 2020, 10:17:19 PM
it's looking simple awesome, all the shading and details are really making it look rather special
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on December 28, 2020, 11:33:30 PM
Make sure that once those spiders have completed the job , they get a few beers or a glass of red  :)


Alexis
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on December 29, 2020, 03:07:27 AM
Thank you, Lady and Gentlemen.

And for the moment, the wing cellule rigging is complete.

(https://i.ibb.co/K9F3zcX/20201228-180235.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/6m4jQRT/20201228-180210.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/stJ6GkD/20201228-180150.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/HBN58dh/20201228-180127.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on December 29, 2020, 04:07:40 AM
As always the rigging is Superb! Really looking beautiful in all aspects!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on January 01, 2021, 03:37:43 AM
Here is my closing of modelling 2020, a couple of subassemblies underway. The end is looming!

And Happy New Year 2021 everyone.

(https://i.ibb.co/Nt71qY0/20201231-182051.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/VtvbCXH/20201231-182440.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/wWCXY1B/20201231-182415.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/h9GRxLX/20201231-182346.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/FDKrn5T/20201231-182321.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on January 01, 2021, 03:59:57 AM
Your Usual Amazing Work Przemo!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Fvdm on January 02, 2021, 12:45:54 AM
Great work PrzemoL!
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on January 02, 2021, 01:04:00 AM
Thanks.

Some more work, the tails is getting shape.

(https://i.ibb.co/q7HqZ0F/20210101-134951.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/93zZPqd/20210101-134928.jpg)


And  a small 3D replacement of the flat PE bits for the rudder cables.

(https://i.ibb.co/kc9GbqW/20210101-135121.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on January 02, 2021, 02:14:09 AM
You have once again turned a Tangled Mass of wires into beautifully rigged booms! Stunning work as always!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Monty on January 03, 2021, 01:19:30 AM
I am in awe of your rigging skills, Przemo! While the rest of us tremble in fear, you jump in and do wonders with wires! Lovely! Regards, Marc.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on January 03, 2021, 03:05:14 AM
So , have you gone crossed eyed yet ?

Very promising Prze  :)


Alexis
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Gisbod on January 03, 2021, 06:35:45 AM
Lovely Prze,

Is it all EZ Line? The painting is superb!

Guy
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on January 03, 2021, 08:34:04 AM
Thank you, Lady and Gentlemen.
So , have you gone crossed eyed yet ?
Alexis

Luckily not, I am ready for another rigging adventure.  ;)

Is it all EZ Line?
Guy

No, it is not, I do not use EZ Line, because I find it cumbersome to attatch its ends. It is a blackish fishing line, 0.16 mm for the rigging and 0.12 mm for the control wires.

And my busy Saturday brought me, wire after wire, bit after bit to the stage when only propeller is missing. I have to wait a couple of days for the veneer to carve it. Probably I will temporarily put on the kit propeller but this tomorrow.

(https://i.ibb.co/YPBRty8/20210102-171815.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/VNPY8n9/20210102-171842.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/vsL31x9/20210102-171911.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/BnHm0FS/20210102-171928.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/jDQ4Wxh/20210102-171951.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/vQB7fmh/20210102-222518.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/KsKF0b1/20210102-222455.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/VNr0B0N/20210102-222431.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on January 03, 2021, 10:13:06 AM
Next rigging adventure ?  What do you have in mind ..

Excellent results on the rigging  :)


Alexis
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Early Bird Fan on January 03, 2021, 04:26:09 PM
that's looking really rather special, superb all round workmanship  8)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Rookie on January 03, 2021, 05:37:04 PM
I love the pushers because they look so fragile. The men who flew them were very brave,

This is a masterpiece Prze.

Simply B.E.A.U.T.Y.F.U.L !

Willem
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: William Adair on January 03, 2021, 06:55:59 PM
How beautiful it is. It is like watching the real thing be assembled.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Gisbod on January 03, 2021, 07:16:17 PM
Ah, yes, thanks Prze,

I’m not a fan of EZ line either. Just wondering how you’ve tensioned/ attached the line though? You don’t seem to have tubing for the line to loop through as per Bob’s Buckles?

Guy

Ps it looks splendid!
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on January 03, 2021, 08:32:29 PM
Thank you everyone. Your kind comments are very much appreciated.


Next rigging adventure ?  What do you have in mind ..
Excellent results on the rigging  :
Alexis

It will be the Rodens Stearman. Not so many cables for sure but still some fun will be there.

Ah, yes, thanks Prze,

I’m not a fan of EZ line either. Just wondering how you’ve tensioned/ attached the line though? You don’t seem to have tubing for the line to loop through as per Bob’s Buckles?

Guy

Ps it looks splendid!


I cut the polyimide tubing to very short sections, less than 1mm long. This is the idea, not to have them too much visible, unlike the brass tubes tend to be.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Bughunter on January 03, 2021, 08:57:33 PM
What a great model created by your perfect craftmanship (and the good WNW base)! Fantastic!

Cheers,
Frank
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: gedmundson on January 04, 2021, 12:16:20 AM
Your model turned out so well, congrats Prze on a absolutely inspirational build. Looking forward to seeing the finished pics with the newly carved prop.
Cheers,
Gary
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on January 04, 2021, 12:40:46 AM
Simply Brilliant!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Borsos on January 04, 2021, 06:30:03 AM
Cool   8)
Andreas
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Gisbod on January 04, 2021, 06:55:47 AM
.



I cut the polyimide tubing to very short sections, less than 1mm long. This is the idea, not to have them too much visible, unlike the brass tubes tend to be.

Thanks Prze, can you tell me what size of polyamide tubing you use and where you source it? And what attachment points you use?

Thanks

Guy  :)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on January 04, 2021, 09:40:35 AM
Thanks, Gary, Rick, Frank and Andreas

.



I cut the polyimide tubing to very short sections, less than 1mm long. This is the idea, not to have them too much visible, unlike the brass tubes tend to be.

Thanks Prze, can you tell me what size of polyamide tubing you use and where you source it? And what attachment points you use?

Thanks

Guy  :)

Anchor points are Bob's Buckles eyelets. The tubing is of 0.0126in internal diameter. I am using quite a good storage I managed to purchase a couple of years ago, when it was available at Amazon. Now it is only available at some US sites with horrendous postage costs to Europe... Yet I am ocassionally checking the internet hoping to find it available again.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on January 04, 2021, 09:44:46 AM
And I have temporarily attached the kit propeller

(https://i.ibb.co/LtMK6xh/20210103-112413.jpg)


And could not resist the temptation to take the photo I have been dreaming of for a long time!

(https://i.ibb.co/gDMCLwv/20210103-133010.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: rhallinger on January 04, 2021, 12:11:52 PM
Congratulations on that dual photo Prze!  Great stuff.  Your work on 'Baroda' is stellar, and she is a real beauty.  Modeling of the highest order.  Very well done!

Best regards,

Bob
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on January 05, 2021, 11:29:09 AM
Pretty much what Bob said , well done !


Alexis
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Pup7309 on January 05, 2021, 12:04:35 PM
Omg wow.
The WNW Fe is on my build list for the end of this year.  If it’s half as good I’ll be happy!
I wish I could sub contract out the rigging though ;)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Pup7309 on January 05, 2021, 02:27:46 PM
Hi
Just curious - you used Vallejo for exterior aluminium?
Thanks! Dc Lovely finishes and material effects all round  :)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on January 05, 2021, 08:32:48 PM
Thank you, Alexis, Bob and Pup.

Hi
Just curious - you used Vallejo for exterior aluminium?
Thanks! Dc Lovely finishes and material effects all round  :)

Yes, all metalic colours are from Vallejo Metal Color series.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: TimDEFR on January 05, 2021, 09:12:35 PM
Amazing work! Love the photo with both versions.

Best,
Tim
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on January 06, 2021, 03:24:07 AM
It seems the wait for the veneer will be longer than I expected. So I decided to take photos and prepare the final (almost) gallery. A couple of shots here, more in the other section.

(https://i.ibb.co/mN1YDD5/OLYMPUS-DIGITAL-CAMERA.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/CKQth5p/OLYMPUS-DIGITAL-CAMERA.jpg)
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: fredjocko on January 06, 2021, 03:29:08 AM
Those look fantastic!!
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Fvdm on January 06, 2021, 08:43:28 AM
Wow, this looks awesome!
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: mgunns on January 08, 2021, 04:14:51 AM
Nicely Done Prez:  The finishes, the interior work and rigging all top notch.  They are both outstanding models.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on January 08, 2021, 09:03:06 PM
Thank you for the comments and watching with thread. Very much appreciated!
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on January 14, 2021, 11:39:26 PM
And the final touch - the Bolton Paul propeller carved from the veneer layers - the very much recommended product by cooperation of KoTeBi and Mr.Decal. Then painted with a mix of Minitaire clear brown and clear golden yellow. The boss plates from spare box, the decal is from the WNW kit.

(https://i.ibb.co/2t0Hgtc/20210114-140332.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/MZg0LYD/20210114-140347.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/3rLVXZ8/20210114-140523.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/G3vMYMV/20210112-185833.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/4s4wVyn/20210112-185850.jpg)
(https://i.ibb.co/3YXV9Kv/20210112-190004.jpg)

The result may not seem too much spectacular as is the case with German two-wood-sort props but still I find it worthy to exchange the original kit piece.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Alexis on January 14, 2021, 11:44:52 PM
Lovely work on the prop Prze  :)


Alexis
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: RAGIII on January 15, 2021, 12:02:07 AM
Lovely prop Przemo!
RAGIII
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Fvdm on January 15, 2021, 06:46:51 PM
Not much spectacular??? I think it's a real spectacular prop.
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Early Bird Fan on January 15, 2021, 08:13:13 PM
the prop looks amazing and a model of this quality deserves a proper laminated prop
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: Monty on January 17, 2021, 01:53:51 AM
That propellor is really amazingly good, Przemo! It is the cherry on the top of a wonderful build! Regards, Marc
Title: Re: RAF FE.2b - Baroda 15 (1/32, Wingnut Wings)
Post by: PrzemoL on January 17, 2021, 10:19:40 AM
Thank you very much for even more kind comments.