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Title: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on March 28, 2015, 01:34:41 PM: All,

All of this awesome activity on the vac site has prompted me to start another one too. The Staaken is almost done so I need another vac fix.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_2991_zpse5ukgmlv.jpg)

It also helps that there appears to be some WNW AEG Fever as of late. I can use those lovely builds for some help on this little brother.

Anyway just starting and I'll be cutting out main parts tonight. Stay tuned!

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Des on March 28, 2015, 02:35:25 PM: Great project you have taken on Dan, looking forward to seeing you start this build.

Des.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Ernie on March 28, 2015, 10:33:53 PM: Enjoy the Build, Dan. I will enjoy following your progress. :D

Cheers,
Ernie :)
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Danh4 on March 28, 2015, 11:09:10 PM: That looks like quite a beast! When you said you were considering an AEG I thought you were talking about the smaller C.IV. I'll be looking forward to watching you put this one together.

-Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: IanB on March 29, 2015, 03:17:33 AM: I'll be watching this for tips - I have my Merlin one on the shortlist as soon as Aviattic's hex camo is available.

Ian
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Alexis on March 29, 2015, 11:53:23 PM: Will be following this one !

Terri
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: WarrenD on March 30, 2015, 02:12:27 AM: You are a brave, brave man! I'll definitely stay tuned for this.

Warren
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on April 24, 2015, 04:19:18 AM: All,

I just got all the parts out, sandwiched the wings together, cut out cockpits etc. and here you see it sitting on the bench just for show. The stab in the kit has a top and bottom but I'm just using one side and sanding. I think that will ultimately look a bit better.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_3105_zpslv8ynpb3.jpg)

You can see one cowl is together too. My plan is to have one engine open and one cowled. We'll see how far that plan goes. I'm loving looking at the WNW AEG builds since those will help with my interior etc. a lot. Keep building!!! ;D

Thanks for looking,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on April 24, 2015, 06:29:43 AM: Very good Dan.
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Danh4 on April 24, 2015, 06:36:44 AM: Geez, you're almost done already! Nice to see you back at it, makes me want to start another one.

-Dan the Other
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: WarrenD on April 24, 2015, 10:07:34 AM: Keep on keeping on brother!

Warren
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Des on April 24, 2015, 12:20:23 PM: You have taken a few giant leaps with this build Dan, it is looking really good so far.

Des.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: petrov27 on April 24, 2015, 12:30:38 PM: looking really good there all set up on the work surface - you are moving right along!
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on May 01, 2015, 12:35:26 AM: All,

This little guy is moving along and going quite smoothly. :D

I modified the cockpit openings to look more like the correct shapes...though the nose section should be more of a round opening (I think) but I'll leave that one "as is". The tails and struts went on easily, the fuselage closed and I cut the lower wing apart at the dihedral joint so I can put it together in sections like the real one. I also put a nice brass tube through the lower wing and fuselage making this all very strong. Various struts have also started to be added.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_3106_zpsibohp9p8.jpg)
I'll start working on getting the cabanes in position or at least mocked up a bit and then do the interior. The cockpit openings are so large, the interior will be quite easy to finish even with the fuselage sides together. This will also make it easier to add pieces since the finished dimensions will be easier to match.

Really a fun build and starting to take shape!

Cheers,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on May 01, 2015, 04:06:43 AM: Great work Dan.
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on May 01, 2015, 06:47:46 AM: Thanks, Martin. I wish I could show it to the folks of Classic Plane if that group still exists (and if my model turns out ;))

Cheers,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Des on May 01, 2015, 10:24:42 AM: That looks great Dan, hard to believe it is a vac kit, you have done a superb job.

Des.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: IanB on May 01, 2015, 12:19:22 PM: Nice work, Dan - already looking like an AEG!

Ian
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on May 04, 2015, 10:55:34 AM: All,

I have almost all of the interior done but still need some little extras. I need to add in some side wall materials and extra ammo as well as seatbelts. I also got the top center section sitting in the correct place along with the associated cabane struts. They are cemented into the fuselage but only sitting in holes on the underside of the top wing. Really starting to look like a plane now...

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_3113_zpsa6h9myfc.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_3114_zps271vztzw.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_3115_zpsl7zckxif.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_3116_zpso9plhj4w.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_3118_zpsv0awosh6.jpg)

I tried shooting in natural light so my pictures don't look too great. I should have waiting until dark as usual and use my lights...

Next will be starting to fabricate the two engines and even start some painting too. Lots needs to be painted before assembly so I'll need to plan things a bit from here on out...

This thing will look so cool next to my Roden Gotha and Staaken. All I need now is a Friedrichshafen and I'll be set. Does anyone know if a vac of that one was ever produced???

Cheers,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: IanB on May 04, 2015, 11:32:08 AM: Looking very good Dan!
Re the Friedrichshafen G.III, both Sierra Scale and Formaplane made a vac of it. I happen to have both - the Sierra Scale is better, but doesn't have white metal wheels. I would be willing to part with the Formaplane one. It includes white metal wheels and props and I'll add white metal engines too. No decals or instructions, but I could always copy the Sierra scale instructions and include those as a guide.....

Let me know if you're interested.

Ian
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Danh4 on May 04, 2015, 11:37:21 AM: Dan,

That's going to look cool no matter what its next to! It makes me want to start the Rareplanes Gotha I have in the stash but after I get it out and look at it (again!) I realize I might need a bit more experience before tackling something like that. Someday though!

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on May 04, 2015, 06:46:52 PM: Realy very good Dan.
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Ernie on May 04, 2015, 09:15:48 PM: You make everything look so easy, Dan! You
are doing an amazing job on the AEG, my friend.
Looking forward to the next installment. :D

Cheers,
Ernie :)
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Alexis on May 04, 2015, 10:41:44 PM: She is really taking shape now Dan :)

Terri
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Culi on May 05, 2015, 01:41:05 AM: wow! Excellent job. I would like to have courage to do some vac plane in a future.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: coyotemagic on May 05, 2015, 03:04:20 AM: She's really looking good, Dan. This will be a very impressive addition to your collection.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: RAGIII on May 06, 2015, 01:30:24 PM: Beautiful work! This is coming along quite nicely!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on June 02, 2015, 01:20:04 PM: Finally...a bit more!

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_32481_zpscmlznzqj.jpg)

I got the landing gear on and also am test fitting the top wing. I also thinned the trailing edges so now I'll start playing with the engines and mounts.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_32471_zpst09bxvoi.jpg)

More sooner than later...Dan ;)
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: coyotemagic on June 02, 2015, 01:26:25 PM: Brilliant work, Dan! That wing looks great.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Pgtaylorart on June 02, 2015, 02:53:11 PM: Looks great, Dan! I can't wait to get started on mine.

George
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: IanB on June 03, 2015, 09:34:17 AM: Looking very good indeed! Now the fun can start - the fuselage lozenge....

Ian
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: RAGIII on June 03, 2015, 02:14:08 PM: Like the others have said, Looking great!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Des on June 03, 2015, 02:36:38 PM: You are doing an excellent job on the wings Dan, looking forward to seeing more.

Des.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on June 04, 2015, 03:09:35 AM: Very great work. Looks better and better Dan.
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on June 06, 2015, 03:18:29 PM: Engines are on and the geometry is good enough for me ::) It actually looks really cool up close.

It's amazing when you look at pictures and try to figure out how the struts attach, it's all very confusing. But when you actually start building them, cutting them to length and fitting, everything fits, makes complete sense and is incredibly strong.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_32701_zpszxglevlp.jpg)
This is why I like scratch building and doing vacs...you have to figure it out and learn so much along the way. ;)

Man, I'm enjoying this build. I'll only need to tweak the distance between the planes by cutting a tad off the cabanes...but this is coming along extremely well.

Thanks for looking,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on June 07, 2015, 03:39:48 AM: Exellent work and update, Dan.
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: coyotemagic on June 07, 2015, 05:15:08 AM: Wow, Dan! truly gorgeous work! Unbelievable that this is 1/72 scale and a vac, to boot! Brilliant!
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on June 07, 2015, 06:27:46 AM: Thanks, Martin and Bud! Tonight I'll test fit the top wing and start painting the interior. I think, for the exterior, it's going to be based on the test build you see on the WNW page...green with purple and dark green. That will look cool next to my light blue Gotha and the lozenged Staaken ;D

More soon and thanks for looking and commenting.

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Thumbs up on June 07, 2015, 08:25:08 AM: It really does look cool 8)If I was doing this I would try and find the one MVR flew on in his early days.Wonderful stuff Dan.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: RAGIII on June 07, 2015, 11:25:22 AM: Quote from: coyotemagic on June 07, 2015, 05:15:08 AM
Wow, Dan! truly gorgeous work! Unbelievable that this is 1/72 scale and a vac, to boot! Brilliant!
Cheers,
Bud

Agreement from another Amigo!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: malaula on June 07, 2015, 09:29:28 PM: Hi Dan!How do you manage to keep it so crisp and clean?My vacs are always smeared with glue along the seams and elsewhere...
lookin' forward to the paint job!
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: uncletony on June 07, 2015, 11:00:10 PM: That really is some handsome craftsmanship, Dan.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on June 10, 2015, 02:36:53 PM: I got a bit of painting done. I put a light blue bottom on, very light green overall and now I'm covering with my take on darker green and soon to be purple. I like the colors on the WNW site so I'm doing my interpretation of that scheme.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_32801_zpsx7p7ikdy.jpg)

I also put the base color of a light green/gray in the interior prior to some brush work. More soon!

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: RAGIII on June 10, 2015, 08:05:53 PM: Awesome paintwork! Better with each update!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: uncletony on June 10, 2015, 08:10:52 PM: That looks great Dan!
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: IanB on June 11, 2015, 01:29:28 AM: Looking great, that scheme is certainly an eye-catching one.

Ian
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Danh4 on June 11, 2015, 01:39:39 AM: That is spectacular! I think I've turned about that same shade of green with envy. Can't wait to see it with the purple on.

-Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on June 11, 2015, 02:24:19 AM: Brilliant painting, Dan.
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on June 11, 2015, 02:35:19 AM: Thanks, everyone! It means a lot coming from you guys who make incredible machines.

I do think the purple will look nice. With some fading, bombs, little details and brush painting, it will come alive.

After the purple, I'll paint on my markings and then start the weathering.

Cheers to all,

West Front Dan :D
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on June 11, 2015, 03:50:41 PM: super nice paint work on a nice airframe, one of the only 2 engine great war craft that i like and want to build. although mine will be 1/48.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: lone modeller on June 13, 2015, 03:56:31 AM: I do not know where I have been but I have only just caught up with this one. Are you SURE that is a vacuform? Those engines look incredible - and the wings are just amazing too. The paint scheme will really set this one off. No doubt about it Dan, you are the king of the vacuforms.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on June 15, 2015, 02:34:50 PM: Here is the state of affairs. I found a nice color called "Napoleon Violet" from the Model Master Enamel range. Seems to be nice for this project. Based on the WNW pictures, it seems really close. My camo isn't as nice, but it looks pretty cool in 1/72nd. Some weathering will bring it all together!

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_32881_zpsehjycj2n.jpg)

Next will be the markings. I think I'll paint them on unless I can find some decals in the spares box!

Thanks for taking a peak... ;)

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: coyotemagic on June 15, 2015, 02:42:32 PM: She looks fantastic, Dan! I think you nailed this scheme.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Des on June 15, 2015, 03:07:56 PM: That looks brilliant Dan, the colours look excellent to me.

Des.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on June 15, 2015, 08:03:52 PM: What a very great painting. ;D
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: PrzemoL on June 15, 2015, 08:47:50 PM: Looking absolutely brilliant. Very fine camo.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Thumbs up on June 15, 2015, 09:12:41 PM: That is one pretty bomber! Superb! Bravo!
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: RAGIII on June 16, 2015, 07:43:42 AM: Beautiful work on the camo scheme! Looks awesome!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Danh4 on June 16, 2015, 08:22:33 AM: Wait, I thought that war was fought in black and white? ;) Gorgeous paint, that's going to look fantastic when the engines and everything else are painted.

-East Front Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: IanB on June 16, 2015, 12:33:11 PM: This one is definitely going to stand out on the shelf - very nice!

Ian
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on June 16, 2015, 02:19:25 PM: Thanks, Everyone... :D

I sourced out some decals and found a numeral "11" which is just to liven up the markings a bit. Since this isn't any particular plane, I think I'm safe with this scheme... ;)

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_32891_zpst97nxjof.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_32901_zpsd78l27lb.jpg)

I'll work on the interior, engines and start painting struts soon!

Cheers,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: RAGIII on June 16, 2015, 08:40:57 PM: It is really coming together now! The markings look terrific!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: ALBATROS1234 on June 19, 2015, 11:50:32 PM: looks quite nice. how would you rate the classic plane brand? i was thinking of buying a few
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: KiwiZac on June 26, 2015, 07:40:49 AM: What a great build! I've just gone through the thread and I'm very impressed. I love the scheme you've chosen.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Des on June 26, 2015, 07:48:16 AM: She's looking spectacular Dan, the decals are perfect.

Des.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on June 26, 2015, 09:19:04 AM: Fantastic work Dan.
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: lcarroll on June 26, 2015, 12:30:01 PM: I somehow missed this until now, Dan; what an absolute beauty! The colours are spectacular, as is the construction detail, great work!
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on June 28, 2015, 03:12:35 PM: Thanks, Everyone! Please excuse my tardy answer...I just got back from a medical and dental Global Brigade in Panama with several of my students. So I've been out of the loop in very rural Panama!

Albi: I like the Classic Planes kits. They are generally good in fit (two sides are the same size etc.) and surface detail is good. They are not as nice as Sierra kits but dang close. The only Classic that was a bit dodgy was the Staaken transport as the surface detail was pretty rough. I suspect this was either due to old molds or it was an early endeavor? I have a DFW from them that is delicate and looks great. This current AEG has some surface mold issues...almost like bubbles but I've sanded them out and it's going to be ok.

Tomorrow, I'll work more on the old girl. I must say...I missed my hobby bench! ::)

Cheers,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Ernie on June 28, 2015, 09:29:46 PM: Wow! Dan you are really out-doing yourself with the AEG! Your
paint work is first-rate. Excellent choice of colours. Fantastic work,
my friend. :D

Cheers,
Ernie :)
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on July 10, 2015, 04:01:27 PM: All,

I got some detail painting done as well as rib tapes and some weathering. I'll do a bit of rigging and add cockpit edging, exhausts and then...put on the top wing!

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_4233_zpsbdxqxnzq.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_4235_zps58ylltks.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_4236_zps7ay3dtky.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_4238_zps44bt8dm2.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_4240_zpsdmkbvnjn.jpg)

Can't wait...Dan ::) ::)
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: coyotemagic on July 11, 2015, 01:48:18 AM: Looking fantastic, Dan! This may be your best yet and that's saying a lot!
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on July 11, 2015, 03:47:24 AM: Exellent build until now, Dan.
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: RAGIII on July 11, 2015, 07:04:02 AM: Quote from: coyotemagic on July 11, 2015, 01:48:18 AM
Looking fantastic, Dan! This may be your best yet and that's saying a lot!
Cheers,
Bud

As amazing as it seems, I agree 100% with Bud ! Beautiful work all around!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on July 18, 2015, 02:05:15 PM: All,

Thanks for the encouraging words. This guy is really coming along now.

I did a bit of work including making exhausts, cockpit edging, a bit of rigging and finally put on the top wing with the accompanying circus of struts. It's all fine and strong as the proverbial ox. What a machine this must have been.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_43811_zpslrnrytru.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_43831_zpsc714ri7v.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_43801_zpss3wur1gj.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_43791_zpsgbnaftnl.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_43781_zps8xzqbkkx.jpg)
I'll start putting on the bottom wings and struts tomorrow. Rigging will soon follow! :D :D

Thanks for looking,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: coyotemagic on July 18, 2015, 02:09:53 PM: Oh, man! That is LOVELY, Dan! What a beauty she's gonna be!
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: RAGIII on July 18, 2015, 11:39:25 PM: This is turning into one of the most beautiful and well built Vac Kits I can remember having seen!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Thumbs up on July 19, 2015, 12:42:45 AM: Vacform at its best!!! Stunning Dan!Good luck with all that rigging
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: lcarroll on July 19, 2015, 02:16:48 AM: Hard to believe that's a vac Kit, Dan, you are doing a superb job on it. It's going to be absolutely striking when complete.
Cheers,
Lance
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on July 19, 2015, 04:41:38 AM: Very wonderful update Dan.
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: IanB on July 19, 2015, 07:08:20 AM: She's looking fantastic, Dan. A real inspiration!

Ian
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on July 20, 2015, 02:09:16 PM: Thanks, Folks, for your helpful hints and encouragement. This guy is in the home stretch now!

Got this done today. All that's left is a few relaxing nights of rigging ;-)

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_44121_zpskq2xxtfx.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_44111_zpsoqvxultf.jpg)

Of course...lots of little things too but with the wings on, life is good! ;D ;D

Thanks for looking!

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Des on July 20, 2015, 03:07:21 PM: A spectacular looking model Dan, having the wings now show it's true size, I'm looking forward to seeing the rigging.

Des.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on July 21, 2015, 09:00:05 AM: Fantastic work Dan.
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Thumbs up on July 21, 2015, 04:04:42 PM: You must be very proud of your build Dan,she looks spectacular! Bravo!
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Adam on July 21, 2015, 08:38:02 PM: It looks wonderful.
Good luck with the rigging.

Adam.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: WarrenD on July 23, 2015, 11:08:33 AM: Really beautiful Dan.

Warren
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: GAJouette on July 24, 2015, 10:59:57 AM: Dan,
As always OUTSTANDING project my old friend.Your skill and craftsmanship clearly shines through.
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on July 24, 2015, 03:05:14 PM: Thanks, All...I got most of it rigged tonight and will finish the control wires etc. for a post tomorrow.

And...IS THAT YOU? GREGORY???!!!!??? :o :o :o

Great to see you back. I trust things are going well even if you aren't stuck into a kit yet. GREAT NEWS!

You made my day.

Cheers and thanks again,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Ernie on July 24, 2015, 10:39:49 PM: Dan, the AEG is looking amazing! What will you be using for the rigging
material? She's certainly a stunner!

Cheers,
Ernie :)
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on July 25, 2015, 03:14:34 AM: HI Ernie and thanks for the message!

I just finished rigging this morning and simply used EZ line. The wings are super strong as is with aluminum spars so the rigging really isn't functional. I'll post something later tonight as I still want to get the control surfaces rigged as well.

Cheers,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Danh4 on July 25, 2015, 11:19:10 AM: I'm really looking forward to seeing it with the rigging!

-Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Ron@redondo on July 25, 2015, 11:40:49 AM: Great paint job.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on July 25, 2015, 03:22:22 PM: Well...here it is with all the wing and aileron rigging in place. All EZ elastic and super glue with accelerator. Did it all in one sitting as it goes pretty fast while my wife knits. Well...two nights ;)

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_44271_zpslnvuytob.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_44261_zpsf98g52dq.jpg)
I still need to rig the control lines for the tail and the landing gear, but the major rigging is over. It went very, very well.

I do like how these WWI types look once rigged! Not really done until then...

Thanks for looking...more detail to come.

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Thumbs up on July 25, 2015, 03:57:17 PM: Looking splendid Dan! Sounds like you and wifey live in a creative domestic bliss.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Ernie on July 25, 2015, 10:06:09 PM: You're right, Dan. The rigging seems to add that little extra touch
that planes without lack. Congratulations on a superb build, my friend.

Cheers,
Ernie :)
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: RAGIII on July 25, 2015, 11:05:44 PM: Superb rigging work Dan! Just makes an outstanding model look even better!
RAGIII
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Danh4 on July 26, 2015, 11:34:16 PM: Very impressive! It's going to end up being a real stunner.

-Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Thumbs up on July 28, 2015, 07:23:38 PM: Hi Dan,hope you dont think that i'm being to picky,but I would love to see this fantastic model photographed against a darker background to show the contrast of the colours of the plane.Hope you dont mind me saying this :)
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Des on July 28, 2015, 07:35:01 PM: A very impressive looking model Dan with excellent rigging.

Des.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: PrzemoL on July 28, 2015, 08:17:58 PM: Fantastic update, Dan! It is shaping into a spectacular model.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on July 29, 2015, 05:05:04 AM: Thanks to you all for commenting. It means a lot and coming from this group of modellers...well...it means even more as I admire your work while roaming these pages.

Thumb! How dare you suggest I change my background...I'm outraged. (ha, ha). ;) ;)

I think that's a good idea. Since this model is coming along so well, I will need to photograph it using several backgrounds etc. to get the best effect.

In fact, since I'm no photographer, any tips are heartily encouraged!

More soon...and how about that great Taube winning a top WWI award at the USA Nats! It really looks cool from the photos.

Cheers,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on July 29, 2015, 08:54:54 AM: Very great work to rigging, Dan.
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: IanB on July 29, 2015, 09:21:45 AM: Beautiful work Dan. Almost there now.....

Ian
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: uncletony on July 29, 2015, 10:58:19 AM: It looks great.

Try photographing it against a complementary colored (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Complementary_colors) background, Perhaps dark warm brown. That should make it pop!
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on July 30, 2015, 03:08:17 AM: Thanks Martin, Ian and Bo...

And thanks additionally, Bo, for suggesting a good color. I'll give it a shot!

Cheers,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: GAJouette on July 30, 2015, 12:02:40 PM: Dan,
Excellent rigging my old friend.I love the camouflage scheme depicted .
Highest Regards,
Gregory Jouette
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Thumbs up on September 24, 2015, 12:05:43 AM: Hi Dan, I'm chomping at the bit to see this little beauty finished,any news?
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on October 01, 2015, 12:46:32 AM: Hey There, Thumbs...

It's so close. Really just details needed to be added and landing gear. Life has been busy as of late and other projects have necessarily come to the top! Soon!!!!

Thanks for the comment,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Thumbs up on October 01, 2015, 02:28:20 AM: Love the Bison,you should post it!
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on November 11, 2015, 03:29:13 AM: Finally! I got to spend some time on this guy. I started adding the wheel axles and I slipped the wheels on so you can see the "sit" of the machine. I also built the two machine guns and mounts with scratch ammo mags and mounting hardware. The guns are spares from, I think, several Roden models.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/smithdr003/DSCN1418_zpsjkipr1kn.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/smithdr003/DSCN1419_zpsekjqikn0.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/smithdr003/DSCN1420_zpsc7pbkqo3.jpg)

Finally...a shot with the newly finished Junkers. It's nice to see them in comparison! 8)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/smithdr003/DSCN1421_zpsucq2gzer.jpg)

Lots of little things to go, but she is on the fast track to being finished...

Cheers,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Thumbs up on November 11, 2015, 03:46:24 AM: Horray!!!Three cheers for Dan!!!!Love the update,cant wait to see her finished.I love to see what you guys do with vacforms.Dan you should show your recent Bison,i'm sure it would be greatly admired.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: coyotemagic on November 11, 2015, 03:50:35 AM: She's gorgeous, Dan, and looks fantastic next to your Junkers!
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: WarrenD on November 11, 2015, 05:59:03 AM: Beautiful work Dan!

Warren
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Des on November 11, 2015, 06:26:40 AM: She looks a real pearl Dan, I really like the colours you have used for the camo, and it's a great photo showing it sitting next to the Junkers.

Des.
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on November 12, 2015, 03:14:04 PM: All,

I made prop guards for the front gunner out of a brass outline and the thin rungs are EZ-Line. They are not perfect (especially with cat fur caught in them! :-[ ), but look pretty nice. I also glued the wheels on, painted them a bit, painted the guns and now I need to look at the radiators and carve a couple of props.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/smithdr004/DSCN1423_zpscflkze90.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/smithdr004/DSCN1425_zps4ejg1ssq.jpg)

In the home stretch, now!

Thanks for looking...Dan

P.S. Some folks wanted to see a vac I just finished. It's not WWI but it's a vac and it has lots of drag, wires, two wings and a Lewis for the gunner! Here are a couple of shots for those interested.

(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_4869_zpsbs8mfihd.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_4867_zps04tdyeos.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_4865_zpse10vauql.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_4863_zpsjqj6pc7x.jpg)
(http://i229.photobucket.com/albums/ee260/smithdr/IMG_4858_zpspohid997.jpg)
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: PrzemoL on November 12, 2015, 07:22:04 PM: Great models, both of them. Your AEG shows clearly, there is definitely life beyond WNW kits range! And how spectacular this life can be!
And the other one - a lovely model of an ugly bird. Forgive me my question - what is it?
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: RAGIII on November 13, 2015, 12:22:09 AM: Quote from: PrzemoL on November 12, 2015, 07:22:04 PM
Great models, both of them. Your AEG shows clearly, there is definitely life beyond WNW kits range! And how spectacular this life can be!
And the other one - a lovely model of an ugly bird. Forgive me my question - what is it?

I agree with Przemol! Also about what is the second aircraft :o
RAGIII
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: NinetythirdLiberator on November 13, 2015, 12:45:57 AM: Thanks, Guys...yup. It's dang ugly. It was called the Avro Bison and I think it was designed by the same fellow who made the Manchester/Lanc!

It was a ship-board observation plane that was first built in 1925 (my Dad's birth year!). The design specs must have been very specific and selected for something like this (Large fuselage to work in, high cockpit for carrier landings etc.) because it is really similar to another "looker" called the Blackburn Blackburn. Google it! ;)

Thanks again,

Dan
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: PrzemoL on November 13, 2015, 01:00:00 AM: Quote from: NinetythirdLiberator on November 13, 2015, 12:45:57 AM
Thanks, Guys...yup. It's dang ugly. It was called the Avro Bison and I think it was designed by the same fellow who made the Manchester/Lanc!

It was a ship-board observation plane that was first built in 1925 (my Dad's birth year!). The design specs must have been very specific and selected for something like this (Large fuselage to work in, high cockpit for carrier landings etc.) because it is really similar to another "looker" called the Blackburn Blackburn. Google it! ;)

Thanks again,

Dan

Thank you, Dan for the info. And the Blackburn-times-two is better known to me. It can only be compared with some French inter-war bombers... You can just check Amiot family...
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: IanB on November 13, 2015, 01:52:59 AM: I still think the Bison looks more like a Walrus with those exhausts sticking out underneath the nose - only the designer could have loved that one!

Ian
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: coyotemagic on November 13, 2015, 02:01:07 AM: Quote from: RAGIII on November 13, 2015, 12:22:09 AM
Quote from: PrzemoL on November 12, 2015, 07:22:04 PM
Great models, both of them. Your AEG shows clearly, there is definitely life beyond WNW kits range! And how spectacular this life can be!
And the other one - a lovely model of an ugly bird. Forgive me my question - what is it?

I agree with Przemol! Also about what is the second aircraft :o
RAGIII
Must chime in with my amigos, as well, Dan! Beautiful job on that Avro beasty.
Cheers,
Bud
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: radio on November 13, 2015, 03:14:38 AM: Very fine work to your builds, Dan.
Cheers
Martin
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Thumbs up on November 13, 2015, 03:56:42 AM: The Bison looks great in all her ugly beauty,Bravo Dan.I believe that theres another Bison wandering about on the forum. ;)
Title: Re: Classic Planes 1/72nd AEG G-IV
Post by: Michael Scarborough on November 13, 2015, 04:07:03 AM: Man, oh, man...just catching up here. What great work, Dan. Really delightful stuff all around. Personally I think the Bison is as ugly as the AEG is attractive (in its own way) but your work on both is inspiring.

Cheers from NYC,
Michael

Quote from: NinetythirdLiberator on November 12, 2015, 03:14:04 PM
They are not perfect (especially with cat fur caught in them! :-[ ),

Well...that's one way to strain a cat before cooking....I wish our local Korean restaurant was as considerate. Man...you think picking out fish bones is tough....