Duke Maddog
Well-known member
Very nice progress. I also got something done yesterday. I'm going to try and get my pics posted today.
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All Righty ... What's on the bench today?
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ausf
Master at Arms
You know you have a top shelf model company when I've only bought/built one of their kits, but every time I see someone else build one, I smile and it brings me back to that enjoyable build.
If WW1 AC was more in my wheelhouse and I didn't have a pile of unfinished kits and a stash, I'd be happy with nothing but WNW kits.
That's the long way around to, 'the seat looks great James.'
If WW1 AC was more in my wheelhouse and I didn't have a pile of unfinished kits and a stash, I'd be happy with nothing but WNW kits.
That's the long way around to, 'the seat looks great James.'
ij001
Well-known member
You know you have a top shelf model company when I've only bought/built one of their kits, but every time I see someone else build one, I smile and it brings me back to that enjoyable build.
If WW1 AC was more in my wheelhouse and I didn't have a pile of unfinished kits and a stash, I'd be happy with nothing but WNW kits.
So well said, and (almost) exactly how I feel about these kits. Hey James did you ever build/finish the DVII ???, I'm sure you said at some time you were starting one.
Ian.
jknaus
Administrator
You know you have a top shelf model company when I've only bought/built one of their kits, but every time I see someone else build one, I smile and it brings me back to that enjoyable build.
If WW1 AC was more in my wheelhouse and I didn't have a pile of unfinished kits and a stash, I'd be happy with nothing but WNW kits.
So well said, and (almost) exactly how I feel about these kits. Hey James did you ever build/finish the DVII ???, I'm sure you said at some time you were starting one.
Ian.
Thanks everyone. I finished 2 Fokker D.VIIs and have one half done. Have about 5 more to do.Was looking at my Pfalz D.IIIa and will bring it out to finish soon. Unfortunately I lost my table for the next 3 days so no modeling at all. I did basecoat my wings today but I cant find my lozenge decal paper. Will have to rectify that, or try the masks I got.
James
Duke Maddog
Well-known member
Okay, as promised, here’s my latest progress on my models that I got done before Christmas.
I’ll start with my little Japanese Centauro-wannabe prototype vehicle. It had been sitting and waiting for the second color of its camouflage pattern for awhile now so I figured it was time to get going on it. I pulled out my Silly Putty and masked off the areas I wanted to remain green:
Now when I have time to get to my spray booth, I’ll give this a second color. I’ll also clearcoat my Japanese Patriot PAC III system while I’m at it. That has been waiting for a while to be finished too. No pics of that as I haven’t done anything pic-worthy yet.
Moving on, I worked on my Pershing II system too. I built the engine cover, but did not glue it down yet. I also added the front armor plate in front of the cab, as well as other bits and bobs:
The cab and engine cover aren’t glued down yet as I have to paint the engine first; it is slightly visible under there:
After this, I started the trailer for this model. It is a very complicated assembly so this is as far as I got so far:
This is going to be one big beastie when I get done with it:
After this, I started on my SMERCH. I finished adding all the remaining bits and bobs to the chassis on this. Finally that part is finished:
Just for fun, I dry-fit the main platform on the top of this:
Upon inspecting the pieces and seeing the instructions, I decided that the pivot point for the launcher and the platform where the launcher traverses was too weak. I want these rocket tubes to traverse so I went to work trying to find a way to strengthen this so the tubes would traverse. To start, I added the retaining pin to the lauuncher:
Then I added rod styrene to the groove between them to solidify this and make it one larger post:
Later I’ll sand that smooth to make sure it fits in the hole smoothly.
Speaking of the hole, I widened it to make sure it would be big enough:
Later on, I’ll attach that with a bigger plug plate to make sure it stays in place and allows the tubes to traverse. Hopefully this works.
Finally I got some work done on my Leopold rail gun too. I decided it was time to get the wheel/axle assemblies finished. I put them all together; making sure they were all lined up straight, then I installed them on the trucks:
Later I finished the trucks up, adding all the bits and bobs needed:
After that, I finished up the ammo crane/generator box, except for the railings:
I know the shell on the top looks crooked, but it’s an optical illusion from the angle. I checked it.
I left the railings off this and the trucks because I know I’d break them if I added them now. I’ll put them all on last. I did the same with the Dora and it worked.
Finally, I also got the main gun installed on the main gun carriage and finished the basic construction on it. It works:
That’s all I have for now.
Oh, all the models I mentioned in this post (but not all pictured) are the last five models I need to finish to reach my goal. Once they are done, I’ll have reached my latest milestone. Now, I don’t know when I’ll be able to get to my workbench again, so stay tuned and I’ll keep you updated when I do. Meanwhile, thanks for looking in, comments are welcome.
I’ll start with my little Japanese Centauro-wannabe prototype vehicle. It had been sitting and waiting for the second color of its camouflage pattern for awhile now so I figured it was time to get going on it. I pulled out my Silly Putty and masked off the areas I wanted to remain green:
Now when I have time to get to my spray booth, I’ll give this a second color. I’ll also clearcoat my Japanese Patriot PAC III system while I’m at it. That has been waiting for a while to be finished too. No pics of that as I haven’t done anything pic-worthy yet.
Moving on, I worked on my Pershing II system too. I built the engine cover, but did not glue it down yet. I also added the front armor plate in front of the cab, as well as other bits and bobs:
The cab and engine cover aren’t glued down yet as I have to paint the engine first; it is slightly visible under there:
After this, I started the trailer for this model. It is a very complicated assembly so this is as far as I got so far:
This is going to be one big beastie when I get done with it:
After this, I started on my SMERCH. I finished adding all the remaining bits and bobs to the chassis on this. Finally that part is finished:
Just for fun, I dry-fit the main platform on the top of this:
Upon inspecting the pieces and seeing the instructions, I decided that the pivot point for the launcher and the platform where the launcher traverses was too weak. I want these rocket tubes to traverse so I went to work trying to find a way to strengthen this so the tubes would traverse. To start, I added the retaining pin to the lauuncher:
Then I added rod styrene to the groove between them to solidify this and make it one larger post:
Later I’ll sand that smooth to make sure it fits in the hole smoothly.
Speaking of the hole, I widened it to make sure it would be big enough:
Later on, I’ll attach that with a bigger plug plate to make sure it stays in place and allows the tubes to traverse. Hopefully this works.
Finally I got some work done on my Leopold rail gun too. I decided it was time to get the wheel/axle assemblies finished. I put them all together; making sure they were all lined up straight, then I installed them on the trucks:
Later I finished the trucks up, adding all the bits and bobs needed:
After that, I finished up the ammo crane/generator box, except for the railings:
I know the shell on the top looks crooked, but it’s an optical illusion from the angle. I checked it.
I left the railings off this and the trucks because I know I’d break them if I added them now. I’ll put them all on last. I did the same with the Dora and it worked.
Finally, I also got the main gun installed on the main gun carriage and finished the basic construction on it. It works:
That’s all I have for now.
Oh, all the models I mentioned in this post (but not all pictured) are the last five models I need to finish to reach my goal. Once they are done, I’ll have reached my latest milestone. Now, I don’t know when I’ll be able to get to my workbench again, so stay tuned and I’ll keep you updated when I do. Meanwhile, thanks for looking in, comments are welcome.
Swordsman
Active member
There are a lot of great looking models being completed here ... I've been very busy getting ready for another train show ... also building the voyager model and just being tired ...when I come home at night too tired to get onthenet the Computers have been fighting Me ... Windows updated 10 and desktop is not compatible with it ...
So this is whats on my bench ...
She's coming along half of this is finished ...
Can't wait until I get this done .... :woohoo:
So this is whats on my bench ...
She's coming along half of this is finished ...
Can't wait until I get this done .... :woohoo:
Heavens Eagle
Well-known member
Looking GOOD there Terry!
ausf
Master at Arms
That's treat Terry.
I don't hide my dislike of cockpits, it's the primary reason why I don't do much AC, so why wouldn't I take on the most iconic mother lovin' cockpit of all time?
In 1/350 to boot. I'm a complete moron.
I present to beginnings of my attempt at a fully lit Enterprise bridge.
The kit part with the #11 for sizing:
My take on the railings. I used leftover PE pulled from a T-34 kit and a 3D printed 20 sided polygon at 200 microns.
Do you think I'll nail Kirk's face in 1/350? :hmmm
I don't hide my dislike of cockpits, it's the primary reason why I don't do much AC, so why wouldn't I take on the most iconic mother lovin' cockpit of all time?
In 1/350 to boot. I'm a complete moron.
I present to beginnings of my attempt at a fully lit Enterprise bridge.
The kit part with the #11 for sizing:
My take on the railings. I used leftover PE pulled from a T-34 kit and a 3D printed 20 sided polygon at 200 microns.
Do you think I'll nail Kirk's face in 1/350? :hmmm
Kirk's face, that's the easy one. I wanna see the 1:350 view screen working with the strobing lights on the bottom.
ausf
Master at Arms
Believe it or not, the PE section with the screen has holes for the chaser lights. I will absolutely be coming up with some lit graphic for the screen (all of them actually) and will have the flashing red alert in the console and by the elevator, but the chaser lights may be a stretch.
Not too far of one though...is that a challenge? Chasers are easy with the Arduino and I have piles of fiber optics around.
Remember, this entire thing is only visible through to small dome on top of the saucer.
Not too far of one though...is that a challenge? Chasers are easy with the Arduino and I have piles of fiber optics around.
Remember, this entire thing is only visible through to small dome on top of the saucer.
Duke Maddog
Well-known member
Terry, that Sherman already looks done! Way to go! 
Ausf, I am really looking forward to seeing that bridge get done. Just be sure to get Spock's ears right. LOL! :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:
Ausf, I am really looking forward to seeing that bridge get done. Just be sure to get Spock's ears right. LOL! :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:
