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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #45 on: May 05, 2023, 08:50:10 AM »
Spectacular work on the interior. It will be a great reference when I get to building mine.
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #46 on: May 05, 2023, 05:46:37 PM »
Splendid work!

You're setting the bar quite high while lowering it at the same time through your excellent explanations.

Pure joy to follow!
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #47 on: May 06, 2023, 12:05:13 AM »
Hi all,
A few more additions.
The fuel contents indicator in the cockpit was the sight glass type, which was connected by a pipe to its shut-off valve under the left side of the fuel tank.
It indicated the contents of the fuel tank using the 'U tube' principle that a fluid will find its own level.
The pipe is attached to the fuel tank, but the cockpit end will be attached later in the build.



The tank outlet had a shut-off cock, which was operated by a push/pull control on the left side of the cockpit.
The 'ring' handle was made from copper wire inserted into a 0.5 mm diameter Nickel-Silver tube.
The tube was bent to shape to to fit along and cockpit left side, under the instrument panels and cockpit cross members then through the opening in the crankshaft mounting plate.
The front end has 0.3 mm diameter lead wire to represent the operating Bowden cable, which will be attached to the tank outlet later in the build.



Now it's onto the carburettor and main fuel supply shut-off cock control runs,

Mike
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #48 on: May 06, 2023, 06:33:01 AM »
Awesome interior detailing Mike!
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #49 on: May 07, 2023, 04:28:34 AM »
Hi all,
I've gone as far as I can to finish the cockpit details.
I've added the control tubes/cables for the carburetor, shut-off valve at the fine control valve and the shut-off cock on the fuel tank supply pipe.
Also the shut-off valve at the outlet supply from the fuel tank to the fuel contents indicator, including the interconnecting pipe.

I know, I know - don't say it.
But for me it's the satisfaction of doing it, not so much for being able to see it afterwards.

Next up is to close up the fuselage,

Mike





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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #50 on: May 07, 2023, 06:45:11 AM »
That’s quite a busy fuselage. And you‘ll still have the photos …
Andreas
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #51 on: May 07, 2023, 08:14:23 AM »
Hi all,
Fuselage closed up.
Now to clean up the seams etc,

Mike

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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #52 on: May 07, 2023, 08:37:01 AM »
Hello,

You're moving forward beautifully. The model looks great. I follow a lot of your techniques and ways of making. I'm impressed.

Lukasz
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #53 on: May 08, 2023, 01:36:14 AM »
You are maintaining quality in spite of the speed of your build Mike! Looking forward to the next update!
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #54 on: May 09, 2023, 06:01:05 AM »
Hi all,
A few updates.
The lower wing and under shield are fitted.
Care needs to taken to make sure all locating faces and recesses are clear of paint, especially the wing locating recesses in the bottom edges of the cockpit side frames.
At this stage it's best to secure sponge blocks under the fuselage to protect the exposed control column from damage.





The outer wheel covers have pre-moulded impressions of the wheel spokes.
However, they are pronounced and sharp, so need to be scrapped or sanded to soften them back.



The kit supplied axle seems a little weak and flexible.
I cut off the bungee cord suspension units from each end of the axle.
Then drilled holes of 1.2 mm diameter through the units.
The axle was cut from 1.2 mm diameter Brass tube and 49 mm long, in order to fully locate into the internal wheel spigots.



The wing ailerons were drilled and pinned to allow them to be positioned.



Mike
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #55 on: May 09, 2023, 07:57:07 AM »
It looks fabulous Mike. It's sad to see all that beautiful interior detail disappear but I can always look at your photographs to see them again. I always enjoy adding as many details as I can, even if they won't be seen. It just adds to the fun and it looks like you are really enjoying this project.

I know the Bristol Scout pretty well after seeing and photographing it so many times. CSM have produced a beautifully accurate  model by the looks of it.

Richie
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #56 on: May 09, 2023, 08:27:14 AM »
Hi Richie,
Yes it's all part of the challenge I guess.
I'm hoping to get close and in David Bremner's Scout 1624 at Old Warden sometime soon.
I'll need to get as much information as I can before building the model of 1264 for his main team member, Theo Wilford,

Mike
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #57 on: May 09, 2023, 09:38:24 AM »
I always enjoy watching your builds Mike. This one is really looking superb .
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #58 on: May 09, 2023, 01:52:53 PM »
Now things get together very quickly. Looking very good!
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Re: 1:32nd scale Bristol Scout C
« Reply #59 on: May 09, 2023, 05:51:05 PM »
Great progress seen in every update. A pleasure to follow.
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