AdrianMF Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Just caught up with the thread. Wow Regards, Adrian 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonl Posted May 24, 2017 Share Posted May 24, 2017 Looking really good.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted May 24, 2017 Author Share Posted May 24, 2017 (edited) On 24/05/2017 at 6:54 AM, giemme said: Almost there, Johnny! Guns are looking a treat! Enjoy your days off! Ciao Thanks and yes I can't wait. On 24/05/2017 at 7:09 AM, Biggles87 said: The guns really do look good. I try not to go overboard with my AM purchases as it's easy to spend more on them than the base kit, but I think I will invest in them for some of my future 1/32 builds. John I would for sure they're splendid. On 24/05/2017 at 8:58 AM, AdrianMF said: Just caught up with the thread. Wow Regards, Adrian Thanks, it's been a fun build. On 24/05/2017 at 2:07 PM, Leonl said: Looking really good.... Thank you. I got the other UC doors on but nothing picture worthy. List of things left to do.... front UC doors. lights. (Painted and on.) canopy parts. last decals. ariels and probe things. wires! oh god!!!! Seat belts pained, and the seat, bullet proof head rest fitted. ( nearly forgot about them. ) Then I think I'm done. Hopefully all before I go away. no RFI though that'll have to wait until I return. one little snap though of the next in line. fancy a game of guess the sprue? Hmmmmmm. Take care in the heat U.K. dudes. Johnny Sunshine. Edited September 10, 2017 by The Spadgent 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howlindawg Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 Oh Dear. From the exhausts I'll guess Handley Page 0/400? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted May 25, 2017 Author Share Posted May 25, 2017 43 minutes ago, Howlindawg said: Oh Dear. From the exhausts I'll guess Handley Page 0/400? In with a bullet. why "oh dear" to be fair there ain't a lot out there. johnny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victory-is-in-the-Kitchen Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 Looking great. Undercarriage detail is exceptional; mirrored display base? She looks mean with those guns too!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howlindawg Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 1 hour ago, The Spadgent said: In with a bullet. why "oh dear" to be fair there ain't a lot out there. johnny The "Oh Dear" was because it's probably the model I've seen left unfinished most often. No worries though, I'm sure you'll do it full justice John. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted May 25, 2017 Author Share Posted May 25, 2017 51 minutes ago, Howlindawg said: The "Oh Dear" was because it's probably the model I've seen left unfinished most often. No worries though, I'm sure you'll do it full justice John. Yes I'm struggling to find a good ref build. That and @CedB's rigging escapade has forced my hand slightly. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 That's right, blame me why don't you I thought my rigging was hard... now look what you're planning. Be great to see it Johnny, I wish you luck. Not wishing to add to your problems (much) but have you seen Vadim's rigging? We didn't think it was that effective at 1/72 'cos tube that allows you to actually thread the line looks too big at this scale. What scale is yours? If it's 1/48 this video might help (started at the 'method' bit) Edit: I was looking for the eyelet technique as I think it'll be easier to position the eyelets. As well as Vadim's, Jessica posted here about it. Wish I could find the video, sorry. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vadim Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 16 minutes ago, CedB said: What scale is yours? If it's 1/48 I think it is Airfix 1/72 Hey Johnny, it's going to be a huge challenge to rig this one Here is the picture I googled of the entire sprue: 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spookytooth Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 Looking forward to seeing her finished John. Enjoy your holiday mate. Cannot wait to see the H.P 0/400 . Simon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vadim Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 27 minutes ago, CedB said: Wish I could find the video, sorry. Ced, you probably was talking about this one. Hey Johnny ( @The Spadgent ) it may be helpful. Tom Grigat is famous for his stepmotion videos, and specifically rigging technique using eyelets. His YouTube channel includes many interesting stepmotion videos including rigging. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 We will have fun watching you do this one: you less so I suspect. I wonder how I know this? Martian 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted May 25, 2017 Author Share Posted May 25, 2017 9 hours ago, CedB said: That's right, blame me why don't you I thought my rigging was hard... now look what you're planning. Be great to see it Johnny, I wish you luck. Not wishing to add to your problems (much) but have you seen Vadim's rigging? We didn't think it was that effective at 1/72 'cos tube that allows you to actually thread the line looks too big at this scale. What scale is yours? If it's 1/48 this video might help (started at the 'method' bit) Edit: I was looking for the eyelet technique as I think it'll be easier to position the eyelets. As well as Vadim's, Jessica posted here about it. Wish I could find the video, sorry. More of a thank you at the moment. I'm guessing by everyone's reaction I might be cursing you by the end of it. thanks for the hints. There are instructions on how to rig it in the kit. I was going to use the holes provided. Am I mad? Probably. yes it's 1/72 . 8 hours ago, Vadim said: I think it is Airfix 1/72 Hey Johnny, it's going to be a huge challenge to rig this one Here is the picture I googled of the entire sprue: Thanks for the pic. I actually already own the kit. I've been eyeing it up for a while. 8 hours ago, Spookytooth said: Looking forward to seeing her finished John. Enjoy your holiday mate. Cannot wait to see the H.P 0/400 . Simon. Thanks Simon. I'm in holiday mode already. 8 hours ago, Vadim said: Ced, you probably was talking about this one. Hey Johnny ( @The Spadgent ) it may be helpful. Tom Grigat is famous for his stepmotion videos, and specifically rigging technique using eyelets. His YouTube channel includes many interesting stepmotion videos including rigging. Wow that's a great video. I might change the way I do this. 2 hours ago, Martian Hale said: We will have fun watching you do this one: you less so I suspect. I wonder how I know this? Martian You did one? Did you do a WIP? I gots ta know. Johnny 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 I did mine back in 2003 so no WIP. The fit of the fuselage and nacelle parts was rubbish, although an original kit might be OK there. The main problem with the rigging is that in a model of this size it really needs to be structural and getting the wires to pass all through the void between the wing halves was a nightmare. The way overdone wing ribs also need sorting out although I must admit I did wimp out on that one. I have a conversion kit for the 0/100 so I will have to face up to these issues again myself at some point. Martian the No so encouraging. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corsaircorp Posted May 25, 2017 Share Posted May 25, 2017 Hello Spad, I'll follow the H (arry) P(otter) thread, that will be instructive and... well let's say fun. My daughter is a great fan of HP, she saw it on your post and was asking me if there is kits for Potterhead ?? I don't feel ready to make one for myself When you say little but big, my first thought was for a 1/72 B-52 or a B-36 Peacemaker But the 0/400 fill the job too. I'like to see the P-38 finished, very nice job. Sincerely. Corsaircorp 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted May 26, 2017 Author Share Posted May 26, 2017 Thanks for the 0/400 love. We don't fly until Tuesday so I'll get the P38 done before then. I have a busy weekend however so wish me luck. Johnny bob 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amblypygid Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 8 hours ago, Martian Hale said: The main problem with the rigging is that in a model of this size it really needs to be structural and getting the wires to pass all through the void between the wing halves was a nightmare. Not that I've ever tried this, but couldn't some glue (or similar) be applied to the end of the rigging thread to stiffen it up so that you can push it through the void? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martian Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 5 minutes ago, amblypygid said: Not that I've ever tried this, but couldn't some glue (or similar) be applied to the end of the rigging thread to stiffen it up so that you can push it through the void? I used fishing line which is of course already stiff. I found that the problem was the actual depth of the void in the wings. It can be done but is very time consuming and frustrating at times. Martian 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amblypygid Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Ah, are they that thick in 1/72? I suppose it was a big beast. Of course, I have every confidence that Johnny will come back from his holiday refreshed and with a novel solution that modellers everywhere can use in the future... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBaron Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Some rigging tips for the Handy Page-turner: https://holidays.thefuntimesguide.com/halloween_spider_web/ Tony 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fewr9fkr9595 Posted May 26, 2017 Share Posted May 26, 2017 Just caught up, good work Johnny almost there now! Tony 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted May 28, 2017 Author Share Posted May 28, 2017 (edited) Thanks to everyone for the help on the New build, especially @TheBaron nice webs. here's a few pics of the lovely box art and some possible schemes where I might be headed. I love the "last days" reminds me of a zombie film or a Stephen king novel " Alive Inside" also the white number with the curtains. You gotta have curtains with little tie backs in a WW1 Bomber. Any hoo let's be done with that, I seem to have side tracked my own thread so let's get back on topic shall we. Remember the P38? let me begin. The underside lights I scratched are on and painted. The front UC door got added. and all the actuators got positioned. The little bits and bobs got added. I held these on with blu tac while they dried. All this was yesterday afternoon. We took ourselves to a local beer and music festival on the evening, walking there past Wychbury hill. I love this spot. A good time was had by all. not too wooly this morning so more P38. The belts got painted and decals on the canopy. Props got some decal action. Seat assembled. and popped in place. Side canopy on. top canopy on. Aaaaaaaaaaand............ Edited September 10, 2017 by The Spadgent 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted May 28, 2017 Author Share Posted May 28, 2017 (edited) ...........Aaaaaaand. we are done! I took her outside just for my own gratification. No RFI until I return from my hols. I need to get ready as this subtle hint shows, I'm off to see yet another classic rock act tonight. cant wait. I took a few little shots for you guys though. I hope you like them and don't mind waiting a week or so until I get the RFI sorted. As her name suggest she really has turned out to be. Thanks for tagging along with me and I'll do a proper sign off when I get back from my Holibobs. Keep it going guys, you're all fabulous. As always. Happy Modelling. Johnny Strutter! X Edited September 10, 2017 by The Spadgent 17 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusty one Posted May 28, 2017 Share Posted May 28, 2017 wow just..wow mate.......that mug looks amazing!!🤣🤣The model looks pretty damn fine too!👍👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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