Junkers D.I Roden 1/48

[cruiz]

Hello all, this is my first post on the forum; the subject of aviation in the WWI era is of great interest to me, for the last years I lurked in the shadows admiring the great builds shared here by other members and getting inspiration from them.

The time has come for me to share my first build on the subject, still not brave enough to tackle a biplane rigging, but a start nonetheless.

Please feel free to share any critique, comment, or advice about my work; your feedback is appreciated.

Carlos

[cruiz]

Starting with the engine, refining the kit parts, and adding other details.







First coat of paint, using primer and metallics from AK Interactive.

[cruiz]

This is the current status of the build. Engine details are painted, next will be a clear coat, and further weathering.



The bulkhead behind the seat must be covered with fabric, done by using facial tissue paper soaked in Paper Shaper from VMS.



The engine's supports are carved for added detail, and the pilot seat was stretched with a slightly oval shape.





The instrument panel got extra details in plastic and photoetch leftovers; reference pictures show the arrangement of the instruments is mirrored, but I decided to leave them as they came in the kit.



The cushioning of the seat was added using Tamiya's Epoxy Putty.

[RAGIII]

Wow, amazing first post! The detail work you are doing is Awesome!
RAGIII

[Allan31]

Great start.
I've got this in the stash so I'll be following along. Waiting for Lone Star to redo his J.1

[Brad Cancian]

Welcome Carlos! Some wonderful work there, looking forward to seeing more!

Cheers,

BC

[NigelR]

Welcome! Sadly I am afraid I can't comment on your work because you are using Imgur and it doesn't let users in the UK view images.

[2996 Victor]

Same here - sadly, I can't view your photos, either, and I've got one of these in my stash so could do with seeing how its done properly!

Good luck with your build,
Mark

[Alexis]

Nice progress with the details !


Alexis

[cruiz]

Thank you all for your kind words and warm welcome.

Welcome! Sadly I am afraid I can't comment on your work because you are using Imgur and it doesn't let users in the UK view images.

Same here - sadly, I can't view your photos, either, and I've got one of these in my stash so could do with seeing how its done properly!

Good luck with your build,
Mark

Just now became aware of the issue with Imgur in the UK, living through the Photobucket disaster, I feel your frustration; here is an album with the pics using another service. If this works, I'll use it for the next posts.

https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCEE4L

Regards

Carlos

[NigelR]

Flickr works fine, and I'm glad you shared the photos because your work is amazing! Really looking forward to seeing more.

[cruiz]

The engine is now fully painted, and the weathering is done with enamel panel liner. I'll add some more effects with oils.

DSC_0303 forum by Carlos Ruiz, on Flickr

DSC_0304 forum by Carlos Ruiz, on Flickr

The exhaust stack got a rusted effect with oils; I'm not quite happy with the results, particularly the color. I'll try to improve this later.

DSC_0310 forum by Carlos Ruiz, on Flickr

Started work on the wings; the fit was less than optimal, but I managed to get a somewhat finer trailing edge.

DSC_0306 forum by Carlos Ruiz, on Flickr

The corrugations on one of the wings aligned nicely between the upper and lower parts, but in the other one, they only aligned partially. You can see here the ongoing work of reprofiling the corrugations one by one.

DSC_0307 forum by Carlos Ruiz, on Flickr

Since the engine turned out half decent, a panel was cut out to show it.

DSC_0314 forum by Carlos Ruiz, on Flickr

Whenever possible, I try to refine some details, like this vent cover that was carved open.

DSC_0312 forum by Carlos Ruiz, on Flickr

Thanks for following this build.

Carlos

[RAGIII]

Nicely done improvements!
RAGIII

[NigelR]

I can see those pictures now, thanks! Lovely work, that engine is looking fantastic.

[Allan31]

Nice progress