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Offline NinetythirdLiberator

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Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« on: December 30, 2021, 06:39:58 AM »
All,
I'm starting another little model from a manufacturer I have not used before. The kit looks nice and well detailed. I'm just not a fan of the color scheme so I'm going to do a repaint with the ol' airbrush.


I've wanted to make this iconic fighter for a long time to go with my other WWI fighters so I'm chuffed.  Plus, it will be fun to see how it stands up next to the "WNW" and Roden kits.  I've built the Roden Dr.1 and enjoyed the experience.


I'll start soon...Dan

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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #1 on: December 30, 2021, 06:45:35 AM »
Well Dan, the weather might be cold but you're sure to heat things up with another great build!

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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #2 on: December 30, 2021, 08:16:56 AM »
Hi Kevin!

Same to you and yours.  I think this week will be a nice time to get some paper modeling done.  We don't start school until the 4th.  We went out today for the first time since the snow and were ok once we got out of our hilly circle!  I bet it's a bit icier and snowier on your side.

Nice to hear from you and I hope this Dr.1 is a good start for 2022!

Dan

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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #3 on: December 31, 2021, 01:39:05 AM »
I am Really looking forward to this one Dan! You know I do Love the DR1  8)
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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #4 on: December 31, 2021, 01:53:26 PM »
Tagging along Dan


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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #5 on: December 31, 2021, 02:22:03 PM »
Glad to see you tackling this subject Dan.  I will learn and enjoy!

Best,

Bob

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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #6 on: January 03, 2022, 05:12:59 AM »
Thanks, One and All!

I did some embossing of rib tapes...but they are hard to get pictures of.  But I also got some basic fuselage and cockpit parts cut out and stuck to some 1/32nd balsa.  I also needed to sand it a bit to make it slightly thinner so everything would match up.  Steady as she goes and more cockpit interior tonight!

Dan

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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #7 on: January 03, 2022, 04:29:18 PM »
A bit more tonight!

Dan

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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #8 on: January 04, 2022, 12:23:17 AM »
Lovely Start. I like the colors used in the printing!
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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #9 on: January 04, 2022, 03:15:14 AM »
Hi Rick,

The wood is especially good.  The interior canvas is nice too.  I hope to get some more done today!

Dan

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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #10 on: January 04, 2022, 03:45:23 AM »
Coming along really well so far Dan , I really like the detail within the kit .


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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #11 on: January 04, 2022, 03:52:48 AM »
Looking great Dan!  Are the fuselage interior sides mounted on 1/32 balsa too?  Did you make thin it?  Will the fuselage side exteriors simply be glued onto the other side of the balsa?  Thanks.

Best regards,

Bob

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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #12 on: January 04, 2022, 10:14:24 AM »
Thanks for all the interest!

Bob:  Yes...those parts are all backed with balsa and I absolutely needed to thin them.  I'm just sanding until they fit in their respective slots rather than using calipers etc.  So far, all is going well, though.  I am looking forward to getting it partially assembled soon.  That will be telling!

Dan

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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #13 on: January 04, 2022, 04:15:54 PM »
Evening, All!

I started some more innards today: the beginning of the control column and the seat.  I need to add some shoulder harnesses that are not supplied and the control wires need to be added.  I also need to add triggers and the wooden grips on the joy stick.  Sure will look cool when done.

Cheers,
Dan

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Re: Fokker Triplane Orlik 1/33rd Scale
« Reply #14 on: January 05, 2022, 04:41:55 AM »
Nice interior Dan. Are the tubular parts bits of wire? Note that I am asking all sorts of technical questions in order to improve my future efforts! ;D

Best regards,

Bob