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Robert Porter
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Had not noticed that! Thanks! That makes me feel lots better, although if it had been for a different kit might have used that as a basis for getting the "other" kit!
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Had not noticed that! Thanks! That makes me feel lots better, although if it had been for a different kit might have used that as a basis for getting the "other" kit!The one you bought on eBay has the same part number as the one at Squadron and is for the Monogram kit so you're good
Thanks for the tip, never worked with vacuform before. By the way when I originally posted to start the build I specified OOB no accessories, whom should I notify about this change?Nice start Robert! Take care on the canopy replacement! They are very thin and prone to damage. I recommend using clay or Silly Putty to reinforce the canopy prior to cutting.
Thanks for the tip, never worked with vacuform before. By the way when I originally posted to start the build I specified OOB no accessories, whom should I notify about this change?
Excellent info! Thank you I will do!No need to alter the spec to change from OOB Robert.
When you come to cut the canopy from the moulding, do not try to cut all the way through. Instead, ensure you have a new blade in the scalpel, and gently score, repeatedly, around the cut lines, until the canopy comes free. The edges can then be very lightly sanded.
Attach the canopy with PVA, or a clear canopy glue, for example, Humbrol Clear Fix.
An easy way to paint the frames, rather than mask the relatively flexible part, is to lightly lay down some clear parcel tape (3M Scotch tape) onto a piece of glass, Paint the interior colour on to this and, when dry, paint over this with the exterior color.
Cut the tape into strips the required width, and then attach these to the frame lines, burnishing them downs o that they stick firmly.
Alternatively, mask the canopy and paint the frames before cutting it from the mould form.
Wow! They are thin! Thanks, I am planning on using Blue Tack since I have that rather than silly putty unless there is a reason not to do so?Here's what I meant about using Silly Putty...
You can edit your initial post and modify the section for Accessories.
Thanks! And truer advise has never been given, its a dickens to build up what has been cut away but I can always sand a little more!Looks good Robert. I'd actually say that Blue Tack is probably better as it's stiffer. Good luck with the vac form stuff as it's tricky to cut. I'd also recommend cutting well away from the intended cut line at first to see how it goes. It's always easier to trim further that to replace material that was not supposed to be cut.
I thought so as well but the illustrations in the instructions clearly show it at an angle. Seems odd to me as well.Coming along nicely Robert.
One point though - shouldn't the radio be horizontal, level with the line of the cockpit sill ?