>> **** DONE: 1/48 HARVARD MK.IV - Prototype / Weird Aircraft / Trainers

mikewint · May 28, 2017

It's a lot worse when it's small/thin parts that are that way. Even with my small scalpel it's 50-50 it's going to break.

Robert Porter · May 28, 2017

Sometimes parts that small break when you bring a knife near them! Frustrating. I think the next big advance in kit manufacture is going to be some form of 3D printing which will hopefully get past these issues. Don't think it is anywhere near cost effective or even able to produce the level of detail needed but it is coming!

fubar57 · May 28, 2017

I've thought of a hot knife but knowing my luck I'd end up with a tiny blob of plastic

Robert Porter · May 28, 2017

I bet with a fine enough hot wire it would work! Never thought of that Geo! Not a bad idea! Have to give that a try!!!

at6 · May 28, 2017

There is supposed to be a way to cut parts with thread. But then again, I still use my sprue cutter very carefully.

Crimea_River · May 28, 2017

I use these saws. Work very well.

Geo, how are you for reference pics? I might be able to get to the cockpit of our Nanton Specimen.

fubar57 · May 28, 2017

Thanks for the offer Andy, but I'm a month behind already. I've got a few books and a bit from the net

fubar57 · May 28, 2017

The next bit 'o fun....

Painted the engine Tamiya Metallic Grey and then coated with Citadel Black Ink.

Crimea_River · May 28, 2017

Nicely done.

fubar57 · May 29, 2017

Thanks Andy. Pieces are together, still need to weather the crankcase. Off to PG in a few hours to pick up the missus and grandkid at the airport having spent a week on the coast.

Wurger · May 29, 2017

Wayne Little · May 29, 2017

doin' ok there George....

Gnomey · May 29, 2017

Looking good so far George!

turbo · May 29, 2017

Good start Geo

at6 · May 29, 2017

The power plant is turning out quite well.

Airframes · May 30, 2017

Good stuff Geo. I remember having to carefully cut all of those sprue attachments for the push rods = shudder !

Robert Porter · May 30, 2017

Lasers! That is the answer, we need lasers. Nothing like the smell of burning styrene in the morning!

fubar57 · May 30, 2017

Thanks gents. Did a test fit of the main parts and not to shabby, especially at the wing roots.

There will however, be mud. I think this can be minimized with some sanding

Robert Porter · May 30, 2017

Looks like a nice overall fit! But there is ALWAYS mud. And sanding. I tells ya we need LASERS!

rochie · May 30, 2017

Just catching up, looks good Geo

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