HpH 1:32 scale resin Macchi M.5

[Des]

With help from Ermeio the issue with the engine sitting too far rearward has been solved. I have checked a lot of reference material and found that on this model the engine support frame is in the incorrect position, it should be 5mm further forward, this would allow the propeller to sit in the correct position over the fuselage. It is too late for me to make corrections to my model but if anyone else is building this kit it would be highly advisable to make the alterations early in the build.

Des.

[Des]

It took quite a bit of detective work but I found the location of the fuel filler cap, photos of this area are extremely hard to come by but with help from Ermeio and some searching by me we came across two photos which show the location, not clear photos but good enough. I have now added the fuel filler cap, the fuel tank sits directly behind the pilot.

Des.

[RAGIII]

Des,
Your build is continuing to look awesome in spite of the kit shortcomings! I see you have begun applying markings! Looks terrific!
RAGIII

[lcarroll]

Beautiful Des, simply just beautiful!
Cheers,
Lance

[radio]

Wonderful, Des.
Martin

[Des]

Thanks to Rick, Lance and Martin for your very kind comments.

Rick, I have added the markings to the front of the aircraft but the roundels are translucent showing the wood colour through and then a distinct line with the white. I cut and added another circle of white decal paper and placed it over the roundel but there is still a slight difference between the wood and the white showing through. If I had known that this decal was so translucent I would have applied a solid white circle first then the decal, we live and learn.

Des.

[mammut08]

Hi Des,

You are making some great progress. I wish I had your detailing skips. That engine is outstanding and I love the fuel filler cap. Good to know about the decals. I have been debating decals vs masks, but it looks like it's time to fire up my silhouette portrait and cut some roundels.

Best,

Dave

[PrzemoL]

Fantastic progress on this lovely flying boat, Des. It will surely turn into another of your masterpieces.

[Ernie]

Fantastic progress on this lovely flying boat, Des. It will surely turn into another of your masterpieces.

Just what I was thinking!  Lovely lines on this aeroplane and with
your talents, Des it will be a jewel!  Nice start on the markings., my friend.

Cheers,
Ernie

[Des]

Thanks very much for your very kind compliments Dave, Przemol and Ernie.

The engine support frame and engine are now fixed in place, the support frame rigging is also completed. I also made and added the small vent pipe for the fuel filler cap. The decals have now been applied, the repairs to the roundel are not too bad.

Des.

[First tee]

That plane is amazingly cool looking.  Like a mahogany hulled Chris Craft.

[radio]

What a wonderful work and paint, Des.
Martin

[RAGIII]

Gorgeous paint job and decaling Des!
RAGIII

[Pgtaylorart]

You are really doing justice to this incredibly beautiful air/water craft, Des! As First Tee said, it looks like a wooden Chris Craft boat. Also, I can't see any evidence of repairs to the roundels. Perfection!

George

[coyotemagic]

Simply gorgeous, Des!  She's shaping up so beautifully.
Cheers,
Bud