1/32 Sopwith Tabloid, RNAS No. 168, Lt. Marix, Oct. 1914

[Des]

Each of those cowls looks pretty good to me Bob, the more I see of this Vac forming technique the more intrigued I become, looking forward to seeing more Bob.

Des.

[lone modeller]

I see that you are having problems with moulds too. I use a simpler system but I too sometimes have to sand the male down or push another one because something is not quite right. Frustrating I know but it really is worth the time and effort in the end - because you really can say truthfully: "All my own work"!
Brilliant modelling - it is great to watch a master at work.

[radio]

Bob this was a very good update. Nice to follow your treat.
Martin

[ALBATROS1234]

thanks for the play by play. i really need to make me a vac machine ,very useful tool.

[uncletony]

thanks for the play by play. i really need to make me a vac machine ,very useful tool.

+1

[rhallinger]

Hi folks!  Not much progress lately, as my mother-in-law has taken over the modeling room until next week.  I have managed to get a good pull for the top cowling, and one that may work for the chin cowling, although I will have to deal with some webbing:



With summer upon us, along with travel and vacations, it looks like this project will take me into the Fall.  An appropriate way to spend the centenary year.  I'll be back with more progress next month.

Regards,

Bob

[lone modeller]

Those moulds look really good and the progress made so far is excellent. A pity that we will have to wait a bit for the completed model, but then all of the best things are well worth waiting for and this will be no exception.

[radio]

You make a great job Bob.
Martin

[rhallinger]

Okay folks, now here's what I'm talking about, a top cowling that finally is trimmed and fits well, after three or four vac pulls:







The engine is now in place.  The prop shaft will be trimmed to appropriate length later.  Once the top and chin cowls are in place, I have some detailing to do on the joint and prop hub.  The sides are next, and then on to the wings!

Regards,

Bob

[RAGIII]

In your previous posts I really failed to see what was bothering you  Now I know what it is to have a vision of what things should look like!
RAGIII

[Des]

Excellent work with the cowlings Bob, the extra effort was well worth it. looking forward to seeing the wings go on.

Des.

[ALBATROS1234]

really looks great bob.

[coyotemagic]

The cowling looks fantastic, Bob!  That was a major step.
Cheers,
Bud

[Nigel Jackson]

Well done, Bob! It was certainly worth all the effort and ingenuity you put into it.

Best wishes
Nigel

[Alexis]

Nice job on the cowling parts !





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