Author Topic: My first WNW build: Sopwith Triplane (Read 61170 times)

RAGIII · « **Reply #135 on:** April 22, 2014, 10:47:50 PM »

Bud,
Exceptional work as always! The HGW tapes really make a difference!
RAGIII

coyotemagic · « **Reply #136 on:** April 23, 2014, 04:23:49 AM »

Thanks, Patrick and Rick! The rib tapes look much better under a coat of paint. I still have a long way to go before the wings are finished. This is just like doing German loz and rib tapes, only there are three wings instead of two. I guess the Albatros Dr.I might be a little more challenging.
Cheers,
Bud

KONG · « **Reply #137 on:** April 23, 2014, 07:13:36 AM »

Awesome work Bud

Your a star

Well done that man.

Cheers and all the very best

Dave

coyotemagic · « **Reply #138 on:** April 23, 2014, 07:37:43 AM »

Well, thank you, Sir Dave! High praise coming from a true star of an Academy Award winning film. By the way, you've got me sorely tempted to order the DH9. Yours is brilliant.
Cheers,
Bud

dr 1 ace · « **Reply #139 on:** April 26, 2014, 04:49:00 AM »

Quote from: RAGIII on April 22, 2014, 10:47:50 PM

Bud,
Exceptional work as always! The HGW tapes really make a difference!
RAGIII

Ditto from Amigo #3 !

Ed

coyotemagic · « **Reply #140 on:** April 26, 2014, 04:58:37 AM »

Thanks, Ed! Tedious, but in the long run worth it, I think.
Cheers,
Bud

mgunns · « **Reply #141 on:** April 26, 2014, 05:57:54 AM »

Hello Bud:

Nice work on the wings. I agree with the rest here that the effort will pay off when you give it the final "CM" touch. Looking forward to following along.
Redding Beckons!

Best

Mark

coyotemagic · « **Reply #142 on:** April 26, 2014, 07:18:21 AM »

Thanks, buddy! I think if it weren't for all the work going into improving the Eduard kit, I'd have the WNW Tripe close to completion. I've no one to blame but myself.
Cheers,
Bud

coyotemagic · « **Reply #143 on:** May 08, 2014, 09:09:44 AM »

Sorry to have been remiss in my updates, guys.

Been working steadily on these two, but it's been slow with really very little to show for it. I can offer this, however. Again, to bring the Eduard kit up to par, I added stitching on the side of the fuselage.

I've also commited to a scheme for the little guy. Needs some touch-up and weathering, but in due course.

I have the WNW engine almost wired and both are primed for preshading. Photos soon, I hope.
Cheers,
Bud

RAGIII · « **Reply #144 on:** May 08, 2014, 10:55:33 AM »

Nice update Bud! I still Love the Cowl on the Big Brother! Your little fin and rudder are looking great! Seems as though you are having fun with this dual build Stuff

RAGIII

coyotemagic · « **Reply #145 on:** May 08, 2014, 02:21:39 PM »

Thanks, Rick! I am enjoying it. Can't wait to get some paint on.
Cheers,
Bud

IFF1418 · « **Reply #146 on:** May 08, 2014, 04:08:47 PM »

Hello Bud,

Magnificent work on the cowling. It's so nice to see them together like mother and child. Well done my friend. Keep up the wonderful work!

Kind regards
Patrick

Ian from Doncaster · « **Reply #147 on:** May 08, 2014, 07:01:37 PM »

Looking great Bud, it must be very interesting to compare both types of kit as you go along?

I'm pleased to see you have painted the WNW cabane strut brackets before further assembly - did you paint these before the cockpit was assembled too? It is a much trickier job after assembly, believe me!

Did you shade to make those rudder ribs/frame stand out, or is that a natural effect we can see due to the profile of the surface? Either way the rudder looks just the part...

radio · « **Reply #148 on:** May 08, 2014, 08:34:29 PM »

Bud this was a lovely painting that you have done.
Martin

Ernie · « **Reply #149 on:** May 08, 2014, 09:09:47 PM »

Terrific paint-work, Bud! The tail of the little one is super, but I find the
metal treatment on the big brother superb. It would be a very tedious job,
but you have pulled it off beautifully! Good work stitching the little guy as well.
I look forward to your next updates, my friend.

Cheers,
Ernie