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WW1 Aircraft Modeling => Under Construction => Resin Kits => Topic started by: Dave W on May 14, 2021, 11:43:11 AM
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With the growth in the resin kit industry,. most notably in the 1/32 scale field, it's occurred to me many here ( including myself) may be novices at making resin kits and would benefit from and appreciate any tutorials on how to make a resin kit.
The best glue type and best glue techniques would be especially welcomed. Best primer. Any special techniques different to standard plastic kits?
There are several resin kits I'm tempted by but my knowledge and skills base in making resin kits is lacking, hence the idea of an article or post from someone skilled in this field.
Thanks in anticipation.
Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
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I might be able to aid you in this Dave , what type of kit do you have in mind ...Old moldings or newer ones ?
I still have a few WW 1 resin kits left in the stash . I don't have any 32 scale , but I do have 72 and 48 scale subjects .
Alexis
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Worth noting that Dave Lockhead of the former Kiwi Resins produced a terrific work on this very subject still available on Kindle cheap as chips, or free to Amazon members.
Cheers,
Dave.
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this would be a very welcome thread
ciao
edo
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It may also be worthwhile to create a sticky thread with tips about building resin kits in general, not pertaining to any specific kit.
This could be a depository for such information with contributions from multiple builders.
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Yes, A Sticky thread or separate thread like the Rigging for Everyone Tutorial. It might even "Tempt" Me to try resin if it is clear enough 8)
RAGIII
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Yes, A Sticky thread or separate thread like the Rigging for Everyone Tutorial. It might even "Tempt" Me to try resin if it is clear enough 8)
RAGIII
Yes, that would be it for me, too!
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Anyone able to do an article on gluing resin kits?
It may also be worthwhile to create a sticky thread
<groan>
Richard
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Some great ideas folks. So if I create a sticky thread on how to glue resin kits, will someone post a 'how to' article in said thread?
I am hugely relieved to discover I am not the only one a bit intimidated by resin models.
cheers
Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
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Put up the sticky Dave and I will add to it .
Alexis
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I am hugely relieved to discover I am not the only one a bit intimidated by resin models.
cheers
Dave Wilson
Gold Coast
Australia
I have had a Huge Fear of resin kits since I totally botched a JMGT 1/48th SPAD VII in the early 90s'. Cost then was @ $79.00 US and it broke My Heart and Will to try more resin :'(
RAGIII
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... Dave Lockhead of the former Kiwi Resins produced a terrific work on this very subject still available on Kindle ... .
Thanks, but could you provide a link as I am incompetent in finding the Kindle file?
Thanks,
Gene K
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Here you go Gene:https://www.amazon.com.au/How-Build-Resin-Aircraft-Models-ebook/dp/B00Z6DPQPU
Cheers,
Dave.
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Hi Dave,
Here's a few links to a various 'working with resin' guides.
http://www.scalemodelguide.com/construction/techniques/working-with-resin-parts/ (http://www.scalemodelguide.com/construction/techniques/working-with-resin-parts/)
https://www.forgeworld.co.uk/resources/fw_site/fw_pdfs/Modelling/Working_With_Resin_Models.pdf (https://www.forgeworld.co.uk/resources/fw_site/fw_pdfs/Modelling/Working_With_Resin_Models.pdf)
https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/assembling-resin-kits-2382534 (https://www.thesprucecrafts.com/assembling-resin-kits-2382534)
Also don't forget our 'Des' has some build logs on his pages.
https://www.ww1aircraftmodels.com/
If it helps, the build logs of my specific resin builds can be downloaded from my site (link in signature).
Currently these 1:32nd builds are:
Macchi M.5
Ansaldo 'Baby'
Ansaldo 'Balilla'
Aviatik 'Berg' D.1
Port Victoria PV.7 'Grain Kitten'
DFW T.28 'Floh'
Sopwith 'Swallow' (conversion)
Hansa-Brandenburg W.20
WIP:
Ponnier M.1
Mosca-Bystritsky MB bis
Mike
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I built a few back in my 1/48 days - the TC Resins Short 184 and Felixstowe F2a, some JGMT stuff, some Jaeger Resins Axis 2-seaters.
Haven't built one for a while, apart from the AlleyCat Bristol M1c, but the main thing I remember is using Monofilament thread through wings as a structural component to keep the heavy wings true, especially the landing wires.
Not much different from plastic, except use a razor saw for cutting and wear a mask. CA glues well and also fills air bubble holes.
I wouldn't hesitate if the subject appealed.
My 2p FWIW
Sandy