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Offline Juan

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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #30 on: June 28, 2017, 01:46:30 AM »
Quote from: Gisbod on June 28, 2017, 01:12:32 AM
Thanks chaps!

I've got the Fuse together and test fitting the wings and struts and I'm astounded by the fit! All clicks together without the merest hint of a gap... I'm sure someone will tell me it's the wrong dimensions here and there but looks good!

Amazing

Guy

Hi Guy, looking good, have fun with this journey down memory lane and don't mind if someone points out some inaccuracy with the kit.  Looks darn good as you progress, press on.    ;D
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #31 on: June 28, 2017, 02:02:47 AM »
Thanks juan,

Yes, probably best I don't know  ::) although I have been told the ailerons are wrong (I can live with that) and the struts don't align - but they do seem to on my kit? Unless I'm missing something.

But yes, meant to be a fun, fairly quick build rather than a year long pursuit of perfection!

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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #32 on: June 28, 2017, 03:03:35 AM »
It actually looks good! This is a very nice interior. Great to hear about the fitting of this grandfather kit.
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #33 on: July 02, 2017, 04:06:57 AM »
Thanks Borsos  ;)

Finally got the first round of painting done. Can anyone guess the Jasta?  :D

I haven't tried the Fokker streaking before. Any top tips welcome. I've kicked off with a light khaki-olive. This was using the MRP paints from the Camel build - PC10 lightened with Linen. I can't praise these paints enough - beautiful to spray! The underside blue was back to Tamiya and noticeably not as nice!

The initial plan will be to use artist's oils to do the streaking - maybe in 2 colours in 2 separate sittings? A lighter and darker shade of Olive? Is there any brown in it? There seems to be looking at streaking decals?

I haven't decided on the final aircraft, just the Jasta. The markings will have to be masked & sprayed so it won't be one of the super fancy schemes.

Any input welcome.


Guy


Ps I have a pic to post but have been hijacked by Photobucket - it was useless anyway. But pi**ed off every thread I've done is now been ransomed... shocking.
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #34 on: July 02, 2017, 07:50:15 PM »
Aha! Success  ;)

Thanks to Des and Postimage

Here the pic meant for the previous post



Any help for Streaking?

Thanks

Guy
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #35 on: July 02, 2017, 08:39:45 PM »
All this fun for, what, under £30?

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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #36 on: July 03, 2017, 11:30:41 PM »
Outstanding prep work and construction! As for the streaking try looking at the Hints and Tips section under Fokker Streaking show us your Method. Several good Ideas there in addition to mine.
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #37 on: July 04, 2017, 02:34:21 AM »
Yes Richard,

The kit was £12 and about a fiver for the PE guns so under £20!

Thanks Rick, didn't think to look there! Unfortunately, too late. I went ahead anyway, and quite pleased with the results (ish).

I'll post some pics later...


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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #38 on: July 04, 2017, 04:08:50 AM »
Here we go...





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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #39 on: July 04, 2017, 05:19:47 AM »
   That streaking is very nicely done, Guy.
"Can anyone guess the Jasta?  :D "

    Got to be Jasta 19?
   You are certainly doing wonders with this old Kit.
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #40 on: July 04, 2017, 05:34:18 AM »
Well done Lance, spot on  ;)

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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #41 on: July 04, 2017, 05:49:06 AM »
Wow Guy, this is turning out to be a real head turner.   ;D
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #42 on: July 04, 2017, 06:48:33 AM »
simply amazing! great streaking!
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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #43 on: July 04, 2017, 06:49:42 AM »
You have done a great job with the Streaking Guy, well done.

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Re: 1/28 Fokker Dr.1
« Reply #44 on: July 04, 2017, 10:18:28 AM »
Quote from: Gisbod on June 28, 2017, 02:02:47 AM
Yes, probably best I don't know  ::) although I have been told (...) the struts don't align - but they do seem to on my kit? Unless I'm missing something.
I'm waiting on a replacement gear strut for mine, but the wings all aligned no problem! Kit was bought new in 2007.

I love your streaking and Jasta choice Guy, it looks fantastic!
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