Author Topic: DFW T-28 Floh [1/32] Planet Models (Read 8645 times)

Manni · « **on:** March 30, 2017, 06:50:08 PM »

Hello my friends,
I decided to start a little "in-between-project". So I took the odd looking DFW Floh from Planet Models.
First I will intoduce you, what is in the little top opening box.

The parts are a bit scratched and have to be aligned with some hot water. There is a little PE-fret with seatbelts, controlhorns, turnbuckles and a dashboard.

The instructions are simple , but easy to understand as the paitguide.

At first I decided to sand down the openingsand footsteps and replaced then by some spare parts from the WNW DFW

Then I drilled the holes for the exhaust pipies, took some blu tack and secured the pipes, made from wire end sleeves, from the outside and glued then in proper space from the inside.

All wings got some tubes for a better stability and the ailerons were cut out and pinned in a more attractive position.

Then I started with the cockpit. It is very rudimentary and I added some details and decals by myself.

I think the seat is way too narrow, but I was too lazy to change it.

After that I took the landing gear and think it is not sturdy enough for the heavy resine plane, so I will replace them by a brass tube.

Next step will be the priming.
Bye,
Manni

Juan · « **Reply #1 on:** March 30, 2017, 08:18:46 PM »

Beautiful start Manni, looking forward to your progress and detail.

Russell · « **Reply #2 on:** March 30, 2017, 09:40:28 PM »

Well done Manni; I've wondered what the parts looked like in this kit.

It's a good start & I like your approach with the exhausts, it really does add to the effect.

Regards
Russell

Borsos · « **Reply #3 on:** March 31, 2017, 02:59:25 AM »

Very nice start on this one, Manni! It'll be a burner!
Borsos

lone modeller · « **Reply #4 on:** March 31, 2017, 03:28:50 AM »

That did not take long! Excellent start to an unusual subject - and super extra details, especially the cockpit.

Stephen.

dr 1 ace · « **Reply #5 on:** March 31, 2017, 07:07:50 AM »

Ditto all the above comments!

Ed

Des · « **Reply #6 on:** March 31, 2017, 07:59:25 AM »

Looking really good Manni, I will follow your build to pick up some hints for when I build mine.

Des.

RAGIII · « **Reply #7 on:** March 31, 2017, 08:45:27 AM »

Lovely work to date! The interior looks awesome as does your work on the exhausts!!
RAGIII

Manni · « **Reply #8 on:** March 31, 2017, 02:21:16 PM »

Thank you, Juan, Russell, Steve, Andreas, Stephen, Ed, Des and Rick.
I will do my best to satisfy your craving for new Pics.

Manni

Jorgo · « **Reply #9 on:** March 31, 2017, 08:36:05 PM »

Well done, good details!

Jörg

Manni · « **Reply #10 on:** April 10, 2017, 07:41:10 PM »

Thank you, Jörg.

Manni · « **Reply #11 on:** April 10, 2017, 07:58:09 PM »

Last week I managed to make some progress.
The fuselage halves were closed and everything was primed with Alclad primer in flat black.
Afterwards, I have overdone everything with fine sandpaper and worked the ribs out.

The wheels got caps from the rest box. These are withheld from the modeler, although they are clearly recognizable in original photos.

Several highly diluted layeres of paint were applied in such a way that the details and the preshading are still visible.

Now everything was covered with a 1mm masking tape around the outer edge, apply the so distinctive black strip.

The decals were laid on. These were very thin and extremely fragile. They did not need any Microsol or Microset to lay smooth on the surface.

The control horns were provided as photoetch parts but in my eyes they were not very satisfying, therefore I have replaced them by control horns found in my sparebox.

The base color was blended from 50% X2, 25% XF54 and 25% XF55, giving a beautiful semi gloss effect.

The bungee rope was simulated with flexible sewing thread (prym) and will be later painted accordingly.

Finally, only a decent weathering will follow, since the machine was not really in use. The struts as well as the bracing will also be attached.
Bye for now,
Manni

Des · « **Reply #12 on:** April 10, 2017, 09:01:26 PM »

Beautiful work Manni, this model is coming up a real treat.

Des.

Juan · « **Reply #13 on:** April 10, 2017, 09:46:42 PM »

Wow Manni, your attention to detail are bringing her to life. Love how you have brought her along.

Borsos · « **Reply #14 on:** April 11, 2017, 02:17:02 AM »

Great progress so far and you are on the finishing line. Very nice model! You are making a real stunner out of it, I especially love the wheels.
Viele Grüße
Andreas