heloman1 Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 Looking good Neil... Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WV908 Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 (edited) I had another 40 arrive last Monday, 35 gone already on trade oprders so I have 5 left in stock Make that four. As Neil says, it'll be great to see more of these built. Mine'll be going on the back-burner for now whilst some other WW2 heavies are cleared off the bench. The RAAF nose extension will be cut down and used for a Mk.10AR Lanc (KB976)... which should make for a bit of a unique double build. I'm starting to be won over by the squadron codes as opposed to the aircraft serial in large format on the fuselage. Looking really good - WV908 Edited February 25, 2015 by WV908 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyot Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 Looking great Neil, I`d always preferred the large serial on the fuselage too but I must admit that the sqn codes are growing on me too. I`m looking forward to you applying your magic to the finish, Cheers Tony 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForestFan Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 Looking great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlaStix Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 That is looking amazing Neil. The decals really bring it to life. Excellent! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 As I said before, Neil, beautiful, simply beautiful! Regards, Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Learstang Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 Make that four. As Neil says, it'll be great to see more of these built. Mine'll be going on the back-burner for now whilst some other WW2 heavies are cleared off the bench. The RAAF nose extension will be cut down and used for a Mk.10AR Lanc (KB976)... which should make for a bit of a unique double build. I'm starting to be won over by the squadron codes as opposed to the aircraft serial in large format on the fuselage. Looking really good - WV908 A Mk 10AR Canadian Lancaster - now that's one I've always wanted to build - I hope you start on yours sooner rather than later. KB976 - was that the last Lanc anywhere in service? Regards, Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Val Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 She is certainly lookin' mighty fine!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WV908 Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 (edited) A Mk 10AR Canadian Lancaster - now that's one I've always wanted to build - I hope you start on yours sooner rather than later. KB976 - was that the last Lanc anywhere in service? Regards, Jason As far as i'm aware, yes. Lynn Garrison's Lanc which became (until 2014) the last Lancaster to make a transatlantic crossing. She's the fateful Strathallan Lanc that was crushed at Woodford. Long story short, most of KB976 + the mid and rear fuselage of KB994 are in storage as a kit of parts at Kermit Week's facility in Florida. Why is this relevant do you ask? Well the remainder of KB994's fuselage and the trashed parts of KB976 ended up with the kit of Lincoln parts (RF342) in Australia EDIT: There's other bits dotted around like the trashed tail at Doncaster and the extended nose on Jeremy Hall's fuselage. There's a website for it all, but it takes a few read throughs of everything to get over the confusion of it all and where each bit is now haha - WV908 Edited February 26, 2015 by WV908 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprue Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Beautifull build. Interesting technique using Klear as a decal solution. I've tried this in the past and had mixed results. I think it depends on the thickness of the carrier film. If the Klear dries out before the carrier film you can end up with silvering and distortion. Never the less a lovelly build, well executed. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOUSTON Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Neil. STUNNING ..absolutely GOEGEOUS.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kev67 Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 This will be a first, as I have never seen a Avro Lincoln model being built, so this will be a rarity in its self Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woody37 Posted February 26, 2015 Author Share Posted February 26, 2015 As far as i'm aware, yes. Lynn Garrison's Lanc which became (until 2014) the last Lancaster to make a transatlantic crossing. She's the fateful Strathallan Lanc that was crushed at Woodford. Long story short, most of KB976 + the mid and rear fuselage of KB994 are in storage as a kit of parts at Kermit Week's facility in Florida. Why is this relevant do you ask? Well the remainder of KB994's fuselage and the trashed parts of KB976 ended up with the kit of Lincoln parts (RF342) in Australia EDIT: There's other bits dotted around like the trashed tail at Doncaster and the extended nose on Jeremy Hall's fuselage. There's a website for it all, but it takes a few read throughs of everything to get over the confusion of it all and where each bit is now haha - WV908 I remember seeing that Lanc at Woodford in sections, was gutted when I heard many years after that it had been crushed, glad some of it still exists. Look forward to your Lanc build Beautifull build. Interesting technique using Klear as a decal solution. I've tried this in the past and had mixed results. I think it depends on the thickness of the carrier film. If the Klear dries out before the carrier film you can end up with silvering and distortion. Never the less a lovelly build, well executed. Mike I applied the Kleer before the decal film dried, but I used the end of the modelling blade to pierce the surface of the decal, particularly inside the lettering so that the Kleer can get underneath. The main risk is moving the decal and it sticking in the wrong position (guess how I know that? lol), but never had issues with it causing silvering though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cngaero Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 This just gets better and better. I can't wait to see this beauty finished. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Neil, re the above method of getting the Klear under the decals, it sounds quite precarious? Have you tried applying a small amount to the area where the decal is to go and then laying the decal down onto it. Then roll the excess out with a damp cotton bud. It's a system I use to great effect. Colin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robvulcan Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I will have to have a read back through this woody you Shute have got this together quick as you always seem to and it looks fantastic. Such an elegant looking beast I love it. Nice scheme too. Apparently the one at Cosford is haunted. Cheers Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehnz Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Beautifull build. Interesting technique using Klear as a decal solution. I've tried this in the past and had mixed results. I think it depends on the thickness of the carrier film. If the Klear dries out before the carrier film you can end up with silvering and distortion. Never the less a lovelly build, well executed. Mike I use Klear as a decal bedding agent with the addition of diluting it, I've used 50% up till now but might try 30% water & see how that goes after my P-47 build. The dilution gives more working time & allows for repositioning. If you not happy with it, work a paint brush under the edge, flood in some more dilute Klear, shift it to where you want it, damp cotton bud to roll out excess & watch it settle into & over the scribed lines & small raised bits. Bigger raised bits might need a small slit to settle over them Ok & a small touch up. It does work. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I use Klear as a decal bedding agent with the addition of diluting it, I've used 50% up till now but might try 30% water & see how that goes after my P-47 build. The dilution gives more working time & allows for repositioning. If you not happy with it, work a paint brush under the edge, flood in some more dilute Klear, shift it to where you want it, damp cotton bud to roll out excess & watch it settle into & over the scribed lines & small raised bits. Bigger raised bits might need a small slit to settle over them Ok & a small touch up. It does work. Steve Thanks for that Steve, I hadn't acutally thought of diluting it as the decal is already wet but I'll give it a go. Colin 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousLL45 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 (edited) I use Kleer too on Modeldecals and Blue Rider ones as they are slightly thicker and the Kleer method helps bed them down into panel lines etc. Will be doing that on my Albanian Il-28...next build Edited February 27, 2015 by Blackbird01 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robvulcan Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I always use Klear to set my decals I don't use the conventional method though I slide the decal onto a puddle and then position it the. Lightly press down then make final adjustments and if it sticks too early use a little bead of water then press firmly down with a cloth then apply some neat on top when I'm happy. You have to work fast and this only works with old Klear. It's better than micro sol as it actually melds them to the paint and sucks them right onto detail. That said I use micro sol/set too with the Klear. I wish o knew what the chemical is in Old Klear that has this magic effect on decals as I know nothing that performs this way. I can remember when I first found Klear it was 50p at tesco and did not realise it was on Klear. If I knew then what I know now about its many magic properties I would have bought the lot. I wish they would bring it back as a modelling solution rather than a household product. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mutley Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I remember seeing that Lanc at Woodford in sections, was gutted when I heard many years after that it had been crushed, glad some of it still exists. Look forward to your Lanc build KB976 is back in the UK and owned by Jeremy Hall, and is at Brooklands (http://www.avro-lancaster.org/index.html) He is actively trying to reunite his nose and fuselage with the surviving tail section. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprue Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Interesting discussion on using Klear as a decal setting solution. My current build of the Revell Ventura ran into problems with the kit decals and it took three days of using microsol to get the last bits down. Each to their own! Mike 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robvulcan Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Microsol is the way to go with the particularly awkward areas. I would not be without either and always on the look out for new solutions to problems. I hear of people using white vinegar too but I am not sure how or if this works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Microsol is the way to go with the particularly awkward areas. I would not be without either and always on the look out for new solutions to problems. I hear of people using white vinegar too but I am not sure how or if this works. Same thing Rob, acetic acid, which is the basis of Micro-Sol so I'm relably informed... I've got Mr Mark Softer and Solvaset in my goodies box, the latter being the most toxic/useful. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stringbag Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Wonderful build Neil. Although I haven't passed comment until now, I've enjoyed the journey. Chris. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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