TonkaGR.1 Posted February 22, 2015 Share Posted February 22, 2015 And here we are, first build of the year An ex-Matchbox kit, most of the missing details will be scratch built. Following is the current progress. Pretty basic seats: Turned into: Repeat until... bored That's all for now, will post more pictures as I make more progress. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAG058 Posted February 22, 2015 Share Posted February 22, 2015 Looks good, what did you use for the seat belts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonkaGR.1 Posted February 22, 2015 Author Share Posted February 22, 2015 Looks good, what did you use for the seat belts? I've used masking tape and a method, described here: http://www.ratomodeling.com/articles/belts/ 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted February 22, 2015 Share Posted February 22, 2015 That's a really nice start! Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonkaGR.1 Posted March 5, 2015 Author Share Posted March 5, 2015 (edited) Thanks Martin Some more progress made on: Pilot seats: Propellers (minor touch-up is still needed and decals haven't been applied): Painted interior (must admit that I wasn't able to find any good reference on interior, so it is "what if" ). And I didn't bother much with gaps where wings are attached: Grooved and painted main wheels: Added pilot seat to floor layout: And started working on instrument panel: Now, I'll start working on central console, and after that, interior will be completed. Regards. Edited March 5, 2015 by TonkaGR.1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted March 5, 2015 Share Posted March 5, 2015 Amazingly detailed work going on here... watching with interest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 That's a nice interior! Given what will be seen when the fuselage is buttoned up, I think it will more than cut the mustard. Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 Wow, what a cracking start. I have this kit in the stash and was wondering what to do with. I think you've given me an idea!! Thanks for sharing the seatbelt article, I'll definitely be using that!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heloman1 Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 Good work there Tonka, the old Matchbox kit is pretty basic, so you're doing well. Colin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonkaGR.1 Posted March 6, 2015 Author Share Posted March 6, 2015 Thanks to all of you for words of encouragement Yes, kit is quite basic, yet it offers a lot of room for scratchbuilding & improvement. In the meantime I've started work on control columns: After I complete cockpit interior, I'll focus on both engines (It'll require some putty, sanding and engraving, also exhaust and air intake on top will have to be scratch built): Stay tuned 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonkaGR.1 Posted March 28, 2015 Author Share Posted March 28, 2015 I'm stil stuck at detailing cockpit. Added control columns to flight deck: Improved instrument panel a bit: Assembled & painted rudder pedals: And completed both propellers: 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bordfunker Posted March 28, 2015 Share Posted March 28, 2015 That's looking very good. I can remember building one of these when I was about 10. Karl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted March 28, 2015 Share Posted March 28, 2015 Excellent progress! Martin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POTKC Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 Looks amazing, I love this clean and neat look that you have achieved, especially with the seats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted March 29, 2015 Share Posted March 29, 2015 Looking good. Great detailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ReccePhreak Posted October 19, 2015 Share Posted October 19, 2015 (edited) I've used masking tape and a method, described here: http://www.ratomodeling.com/articles/belts/ Thanks for the link to that article. I had been just using painted masking tape, with silver painted tips for the buckles, but I will have to try Rato's technique. I found your post while doing a Google search for the Do28D-2, which I am currently working on, in Royal Thai Police markings. I may now try to get a coupe more kits, in order to do a much nicer job.l Larry Edited October 19, 2015 by ReccePhreak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonkaGR.1 Posted October 20, 2015 Author Share Posted October 20, 2015 (edited) Thanks for the link to that article. I had been just using painted masking tape, with silver painted tips for the buckles, but I will have to try Rato's technique. I found your post while doing a Google search for the Do28D-2, which I am currently working on, in Royal Thai Police markings. I may now try to get a coupe more kits, in order to do a much nicer job.l Larry You're welcome ReccePhreak. Currently, Dornier is on shelf of doom. I had to take a break from all engraving & detailing, but will resume work in following weeks. Make sure you post yours in WIP section of forum Edited October 20, 2015 by TonkaGR.1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 I've use the seatbelt technique on my Chipmunk, (RFI to follow shortly), surprisingly simple and effective... Thanks for sharing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dpm1did1 Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 (edited) I do like the Do28 and were thwarted in trying to buy one recently. The lack of cabin pix is disappointing as all I've found is stripped out para birds, and even then no full shots. Not helped by Google throwing Do228 & 328 pix in to the mix despite being told not to. Should I ever find one I may have to pinch a few notes... ...although I may avoid the rescribing. Hope you restart as it's good to see the rarely seen kits getting an airing. Edited October 21, 2015 by dpm1did1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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