Still Not Done!

[Trackpad]

Hi,

Well, truth to tell, the Biff still languishes in the holding case. Two contract builds, three computer simulation exercises, one command post exercise and the odd snow-shovelling epic at -30 degrees Celsius have seen to that. However, being well ahead of the power curve now (other builds completed), I'm embarking on a two-subject project: finish the Biff and get stuck into the Fokker DVII. Made the first cuts into the DVII yesterday, actually. So, as said before, the Biff will get finished! 

[Nigel Jackson]

WellGary, you've certainly been busy!

I was wondering about the Biff. I can't wait to see it finished.

Best wishes
Nigel

[Trackpad]

Thanks, Nigel,

It's good to be back here. It was a very busy time up to Christmas, then the roof caved in early in January. And I'm supposed to be retired! 

But I'll take my time, alternate between the two kits, and eventually get them both done. Also, I'll probably take photos of the DVII build for use in an article for our IPMS Canada journal, but the article can be written either during or after the build.

[Epeeman]

Garry,

Great to have you back - this Biff looks bloody great (sorry it has turned into a long term project for you, mate) so far and it will good to it finished in all it's glory.

Regards

Dave

[Des]

Hello Gary and welcome back to the forum, it's great to see you back onto the Biff and I look forward to seeing her completed, you have done a beautiful job on ot so far.

Des.

[Trackpad]

Thanks, Des and Dave. It's good to be back in harness again. Probably moving at a trot rather than a gallop, but we will get there! 

I've heard rumblings about WNW strut problems - "Banana Disease," I think it's called. Seems to affect Albatros struts. I'm interested in that I have one to be finished as a captured machine. Has this been discussed on the Forum anywhere?

[Trackpad]

BTW, this was one of the required builds that stalled the Biff:





Turretless "recce" Stuart V, 5th Canadian Armoured Division, Italy, 1944. Full interior (resin set courtesy of Accurate Armour).

OK, 'nuff said: back to the WNW kits! 

[Des]

The strut issue has been discussed on Bo Monroe's topic, it starts about here  http://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=328.1260. Just to add my two cents worth, I have been building these 1:32 scale WW1 aircraft models for over three years now and I can honestly say that i have never had a strut issue whether it be be wing or undercarriage. Even under tension with the rigging the struts on my models have never had the banana syndrome.

Des.

Beautiful job on the Stuart V. 

[Trackpad]

Thanks, Des. I'll give it a look. Glad to hear your take on the subject!

And thanks for the Stuart comment! 

[Ernie]

The Biff looks gorgeous even in the unfinished state Gary.  It will surely be a stunner when
you are done with it.  Beautiful work on the Stuart as well.  Some talent! 

Cheers,
Ernie

[Trackpad]

The Biff looks gorgeous even in the unfinished state Gary.  It will surely be a stunner when
you are done with it.  Beautiful work on the Stuart as well.  Some talent! 

Cheers,
Ernie

Thanks, Ernie, for your very kind remarks. The Stuart was a grind due to all of the interior bits and bobs. Just glad to get it done and get back to "unfinished business!" 

[uncletony]

Welcome back Gary!

Lovely Stuart

FWIW The so-called Alby banana disease thread/hijack actually starts way back here: http://forum.ww1aircraftmodels.com/index.php?topic=328.1200

I think it is a bit unfortunate that it is getting called a WNW thing or "problem". My $.02 is we are dealing with the limitations of scale plastic. To their everlasting credit, WNW has given us nearly perfect scale struts (for the Alby anyway-- I did the homework).  Anyway, lots of discussion rolling around, join in if you are inclined.

[Trackpad]

Hi, Bo,

Many thanks for your kind welcome: it is good to be back on the Forum. And thanks also for your "Stuart comment." 

I've seen the "banana" comments courtesy of Des, and I'll certainly keep them in mind when comes time to open my Albatros. I still have a pack of Strutz, and might use that to fit the cabanes: we'll see on the day!

[Chris Johnson]

Hey Gary,

How goes the Bif these days? I'm hoping to hear that you're working hard at it, at the expense of your D.VII project. That way I'll get out ahead of you again! 

Simply superb Stuart Recce my friend.

Cheers,

Chris

[RAGIII]

Thanks, Des. I'll give it a look. Glad to hear your take on the subject!

And thanks for the Stuart comment! 

Welcome back, and like Des, I have had NO BANANA DISEASE warping on my Albatros built several years ago. I still tend to think that the major issue is carefully rigging the model. Make sure you keep the pressure even while rigging. I move from one side to the other trying to keep alignment and pressure equal during the rigging process. I also wonder how much of an effect transporting Models to shows/contests and the jarring have an effect? I have only touched mine about twice since putting it in the case?  I am currently building a second WNW Albie and before rigging everything is fine! Lets hope it stays that way! On the other hand, the landing gear is certainly wobbly and could benefit from metal strut replacements! JMHO! Looking forward to your progress on your unfinished WNW kit!
RAGIII