dave665 Posted September 25, 2017 Share Posted September 25, 2017 Just caught up with you progress so far Simon. Great work on the port holes and cleaning up all those pin marks! Dave 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrlx Posted September 26, 2017 Share Posted September 26, 2017 Progressing well, Simon. Filling seams and gaps is always boring but a necessary task. All effort put in this phase of the build pays off later with an excellent finish. Cheers Jaime 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ed Russell Posted October 5, 2017 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Nice work so far. I think you are enjoying it. Interesting discussion on names and nicknames. A quote in a book isn't necessarily gospel but it's a darn good piece of evidence compared to "I think it was ......." I have seen several builds of these at model shows and, though nicely built, to my eye they looked toy like. Those awful panel lines can be fixed........... but whether you like them or don't like them is a personal thing. http://www.britmodeller.com/forums/index.php?/topic/234930547-italeri-sunderland-mk-ii-raaf-10-squadron/ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spookytooth Posted November 5, 2017 Author Share Posted November 5, 2017 Hi folks, I am back again. Yeah, nearly 6 weeks away from her I finally got there. Not a lot done but nearly ready for priming. Air scoops were polished off a bit and now a wait priming. Next thing was the wing lights. I had given them a coat of filler before I had the op, so it was time to clean up the mess around these. Also cut out and masked the light covers. A bit more work needed there but should not hold up the rest of the build. I hope to give a progress report later in the week. All comments welcome. Simon. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giemme Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Great to see you back at the workbench, Simon! Looking forward to the primer stage Ciao 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrlx Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Great to have you back with some progress made, Simon! Cheers Jaime 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beard Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Glad to see you back at it and I hope the operation went well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spookytooth Posted November 5, 2017 Author Share Posted November 5, 2017 Hi folks, thanks for the kind messages. A bit more done early this evening. Those wing light covers, well progress there. With a bit of filing/carving I got the in board one to fit reasonably well. And the other side. Still a little proud, but a little more sanding /carving got the job done. Both now have a snug fit, I also number them just in case. Now for a cuppa and a smoke then maybe a little bit more? All comments welcome. Simon. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrlx Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Good job on the wing lights! Cheers Jaime 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spadgent Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Excelent work. Nice to have you back . John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brandy Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 (edited) Good to see this one back, I hope the op went well. Ian Edited November 5, 2017 by limeypilot 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giemme Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Smart job there, Simon Ciao 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted November 6, 2017 Share Posted November 6, 2017 Nice to see you back Simon and good work on the lights. I hope you're feeling better after the op 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spookytooth Posted November 6, 2017 Author Share Posted November 6, 2017 Thanks again for the good messages, yes I am back again. It feels good, after sitting there looking across the room at it. Although during that time it gave me chance to think on the up coming problems. Anyhow back to the build, and wing tip lights. Marked and drilled the holes for said lights. Those now need priming next. The inboard Port engine exhaust was the next problem I came across. This fits into the wing at the leading edge, with a separate outlet fixed to the top of the nacelle. They give you this as the exhaust. To fit into this hole that you have to make. It`s as ugly as sin so I think I will have to redo this part another way. I will probably plug the hole with some sprue/runner plus filler then re drill a pilot hole and remake the exhaust pipe. While handling the wing the aileron came off. The moulded pin had broke, not surprising as it is very tiny. So will glue it it in place before I prime the whole wing late. Oh the joys of this hobby. An up date maybe tomorrow. All comments welcome. Simon. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spookytooth Posted November 8, 2017 Author Share Posted November 8, 2017 Well a day later than I thought but an update. Leaving the wing problem alone for now and concentrating on getting the fuselage bits ready for priming/ painting. These are the tools of choice. And here are the bits to be masked !!!! Started with the front turret, front first. Then back. The 2 port holes will be done with masking fluid, easier. Started the rear turret before back spasm kicked in, so left it for now and wait until comfortable again. All comments welcome. Simon. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giemme Posted November 8, 2017 Share Posted November 8, 2017 Heck of a masking job there, Simon I hope you get better soon Ciao 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrlx Posted November 8, 2017 Share Posted November 8, 2017 Good masking job! Cheers Jaime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spookytooth Posted November 26, 2017 Author Share Posted November 26, 2017 Well folks, sorry for the delay but a lack of mojo and life have kept me away from the bench, until this afternoon. On with the show, masking canopies everybody's bain. And this bit, though only the front panel on the bomb aimer`s window, (it will be closed on the build). Not as good as other people can do but I am stilling learning. I did think about getting some P.C.M`s for it but I had already started . I think for future builds with extensive glazing I will bite the bullet and buy a set. Still have the port holes exteriors to do but will use a masking fluid for them. Must be time for some priming soon, so until then. All comments welcome. Simon (Mojo restored ) 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giemme Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 Glad to hear your mojo's back, Simon Looking forward to priming stage Ciao 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrlx Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 Good to have you back, Simon! I understand you well, as life and lack of motivation frequently join forces against my modelling duties. Good job on masking the transparent parts, especially because it was hand made. Cheers Jaime 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted November 26, 2017 Share Posted November 26, 2017 ^ Wot they said Nice masking Simon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spookytooth Posted November 29, 2017 Author Share Posted November 29, 2017 Well folks, priming time. After sorting out the spray booth with a new filter, I attacked the priming stage. A couple of engines, showing that I used Alcad 2 Black Primer/Micro filler. The other pics don`t show it well. And the main canopy also got a shot of primer too Well the inside of the cockpit area is black so why not . There is more stuff primed but I am not going to bore anyone with that lot. Still got the rest of the other sides of things to prime, probably tomorrow. Until then. All comments welcome. Simon. P.S. Memo to ones self, switch the the spray booth on next time, I wondered why the room smelled. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giemme Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 Looking sweet with black primer on! 1 hour ago, Spookytooth said: Memo to ones self, switch the the spray booth on next time Yeah, not a bad idea, I reckon ... Looking forward to more, Simon Ciao 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrlx Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 Primer looks good! Will you use black primer on the exterior as well? Cheers Jaime 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CedB Posted November 29, 2017 Share Posted November 29, 2017 Very nice Simon and thanks for the tip on the spray booth! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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