DH.9a Ninak (Post War), Wingnut Wings 1/32

[AngryJazz]

I had a hard time choosing a kit to work on while I wait on the Nieuport.

It seems like all kits have their challenges for things I haven't tried yet. I finally settled on the Ninak - there's something about the look that talks to me. Guess i'll figure out the challenges along the way 

Haven't quite settled on the scheme yet. I like the red tail, but then I would have to move the stitching on the side. I'm not a fan of photo etch so its holding me back a bit.

[Scaleber]

Just finishing my wartime version.  Most enjoyable kit I've built.  Good luck, looking forward to seeing how yours turns out.

[AngryJazz]

Thanks Scaleber - nice to know 


Now, getting the most dreaded task out of the way first.
Now only the top part where I need to cut into the fuselage is left.

 

Placing the PE parts before I commit and sand off the existing details.



Phew... Now there's no way back!

[NigelR]

Good start, looking forward to seeing more.

[Alexis]

Tagging along when I can !


Alexis

[PrzemoL]

Good start. Enjoy, this is a great kit and build to a spectacular model.

[Borsos]

Great start. That D.H. 9 are really nice Aircraft. I am keen on following this build.

[AngryJazz]

Thank you all for the support and motivation 

I have been working on the cockpit. Still a long way to go, but its starting to come alive.

Weathering and detail work is still ongoing. Want to work on the leather details etc a bit more.

One small note - I know the rigging for the foot pedals is wrong. I took an easier approach than having 2 individual lines... since its not noticeable after i close up the cockpit 😅

In terms on rigging. I'm trying something new with twisting the wire around itself and appling CA. I did make some rigging with my usual micro tubes, but it just did not look good. I cut them off and started over.
This way with the twist is something suggested from the Gary Boxall books and i've noticed other people doing it as well.

[NigelR]

That's all looking very nice and don't worry about simplifying the rigging, I think most of us do that from time to time. I never bother putting turnbuckles on interior wires because it's so hard to see them when the cockpit is closed up.....

In terms on rigging. I'm trying something new with twisting the wire around itself and appling CA. I did make some rigging with my usual micro tubes, but it just did not look good. I cut them off and started over.

I use that method, inspired by both Gary Boxall and David Lane (Mentaldental on here). Cutting the "tails" off can be challemging but I think it looks more realistic than the brass tubing approach (IMO of course).

[FAf]

In terms on rigging. I'm trying something new with twisting the wire around itself and appling CA.

It all looks very promising with great colours to the interior. With the twist approach to rigging... are you using fishing line and how do you manage to tighten the line before fixing it with super glue?
/Fredrik

[Borsos]

Nice start and very interesting rigging approach.

[AngryJazz]

Thank you Nigel! Yes you are right with a shortcut sometimes, it's just very noticeable while you build and can see everything. I know I cannot see anything through the cockpit on my finished builds 

This year I have really been focusing on getting my builds done. Make an effort on things most visible and maybe skip the areas you dont see. Hopefully this means the Ninak wont take 6-12 months like other WNW kits 

David Lane has been my go to for checking details and builds. They are just stunning! So that's also part of my inspiration to try another approach.

@FAf / Fredrik. The first twist is difficult because both ends are lose. I try to make the twist - press and hold the lines with my fingers to the table - apply the CA.
It takes some trial and error, so not all of the loops look perfect (yet).
The book suggests adding some CA gel to the line - then twisting it. But its covering the technique with a turnbuckle in one end and the loop in the other.
I think maybe taping down one end would work on more troublesome places.

@ Borsos - thank you!

[AngryJazz]

Engine and some smaller stuff have been added 

The kit has also been reminding me how important it is to clean every connection point. Just some paint is enough to move stuff where it no longer fits, so had to scrape most areas.

I decided not to wire up the engine spark plugs. I'm not sure I will display this one without the cowlings. Also the way the engine is layed out - it would not be so noticeable with wiring unlike the Albatros.

Next is the cutout in the fuselage for the storage locker... It has me worried.. Never done that to a kit before 

[gedmundson]

Your work on this model is really excellent Ben, as are all of your builds. I often debate whether to add detail that is not easily seen, especially as I like to close up all my engine cowlings. Cheers!

[NigelR]

That's all lovely work, the interior and engine are looking really good so far.