Wee Beastie Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 This is going to be my next build.HobbyBoss 1/48 F/A-18D, in the markings of VMFA-121 "Green Knights", during Desert Storm.The aftermarket I'll be using is:-Quickboost resin seatsEduard PE Cockpit setModelMaker decals for VFMA-121 LAU-10 rocket pods from Hasegawa Weapons Set B Eduard canopy mask I'm intending to use Hataka Orange Line paints.Untitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on Flickr 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exdraken Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 I guess you did not take the photos with your phone nice project, looking forward to some modelling! any plans on improving the intake shape? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Beastie Posted September 21, 2017 Author Share Posted September 21, 2017 19 hours ago, exdraken said: I guess you did not take the photos with your phone nice project, looking forward to some modelling! any plans on improving the intake shape? Haha, no used the iPad. Needed to show date/time for a Group Build I'm entering the Hornet into, and the phone is smaller. Wasn't aware of an intake issue, but I'm not that worried. Most people who will see the finished build wouldn't know anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Beastie Posted September 21, 2017 Author Share Posted September 21, 2017 And we're off!Made a start on the pilots cockpit, with the Eduard PE.Untitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on Flickr 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mick Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 good start 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exdraken Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 The cockpit definitely looks busy! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bravo52 Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 (edited) Watching with interest. I like the Edward stuff it looks really crisp, however there's nothing as therapeutic as trying to touch the little cockpit protrusions with a cocktail stick with a dab of paint on it. Especially when I keep hearing the voices in my head arguing about the color. I know this will be a sharp build! They always are! Edited September 21, 2017 by Bravo52 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Beastie Posted September 21, 2017 Author Share Posted September 21, 2017 1 hour ago, Bravo52 said: Watching with interest. I like the Edward stuff it looks really crisp, however there's nothing as therapeutic as trying to touch the little cockpit protrusions with a cocktail stick with a dab of paint on it. Especially when I keep hearing the voices in my head arguing about the color. I know this will be a sharp build! They always are! Ah, so it's not just me who hears voices then. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shortCummins Posted September 22, 2017 Share Posted September 22, 2017 14 hours ago, Wee Beastie said: Ah, so it's not just me who hears voices then. they only become a problem when you answer them, then they'll start an argument 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Beastie Posted September 23, 2017 Author Share Posted September 23, 2017 On 22 September 2017 at 11:06 AM, shortCummins said: they only become a problem when you answer them, then they'll start an argument I know what you mean. I keep loosing my arguments though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Beastie Posted September 24, 2017 Author Share Posted September 24, 2017 (edited) Cockpit completed, and seats finished. Although the kit supplied instrument panels are well detailed, the rest of the cockpit is a bit bland. With the combination of Eduard coloured PE, and Quickboost resin, it has really been brought life.All painted with the following acrylics:-Hataka A100 Jet Black - seatsHataka A054 Grey FS36270 - beltsHataka A004 Olive Drab (Early) - seat cushionsHataka A018 Olive Drab (Late) - beltsHataka A011 Light Polish Khaki - beltsMission Models MMP-041 Hiway Yellow - ejection handlesVallejo Metal Colours Chrome - belt bucklesUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on Flickr Edited September 24, 2017 by Wee Beastie 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shortCummins Posted September 24, 2017 Share Posted September 24, 2017 Ive heard/read so many "mixed" stories about Hataka paints, how do you find them? on this evidence they look really good rgds John(shortCummins) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Beastie Posted September 25, 2017 Author Share Posted September 25, 2017 15 hours ago, shortCummins said: Ive heard/read so many "mixed" stories about Hataka paints, how do you find them? on this evidence they look really good rgds John(shortCummins) I find the Hataka paints ok John. Usually I thin them 50:50, but that can vary depending on temperature. It’s best to use their own thinners though, and lay down thin coats, and build up the colour. A couple of drops of flow improver helps too. And a bit more thorough on the airbrush cleaning afterwards. Up till now, I’ve only used Hataka’s acrylic, but I’m going to try their Orange Line lacquer based paints, when I do the main colours. Im told they are even better than the Red Line. Cheers Ian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Beastie Posted October 4, 2017 Author Share Posted October 4, 2017 With the fuselage together, and wings attached, I decided to improve on the kit. The instructions call for the control surfaces to be assembled flat, and flush to the wings. The rudders are moulded into the one piece vertical stabilisers.With the flaps, it was a simple case of cementing them into their lowered/extended positions, and a slight adjustment made to the flap hinges, under the wings. The flaps were help in place with some Tamiya tape, until set. The rudders were cut so that they could gently bent into position. Warming the vertical stabilisers first, helped with this procedure. So, I'm now about ready to start priming, and that goes for all the "hangy-off" bits too. DSC_0122 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0125 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0126 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0128 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0129 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0130 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0131 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0132 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0133 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0136 by ian gaskell, on Flickr 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Beastie Posted October 11, 2017 Author Share Posted October 11, 2017 Priming done, with UMP black primer, and some marbling with Akan Faded White, and Vallejo Light Khaki.I've also decided to replace the kit exhausts, with some very nice resin ones from Attack Squadron. This is my first time at using (modern) lacquer based paints. I've used Hataka's Orange Line Light Ghost Grey, and Dark Ghost Grey, for the airframe. Coverage is brilliant, and the finish is very smooth. I only had to wipe the needle tip once in 30 minutes of airbrushing. Couldn't do that with acrylics. Underside is done, and tomorrow I'll do the topside.DSC_0138 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0139 by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on FlickrUntitled by ian gaskell, on Flickr 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Beastie Posted October 13, 2017 Author Share Posted October 13, 2017 The upper fuselage has now been sprayed with Hataka's Orange Line (lacquer) Dark Ghost Grey.Very pleased with the way it's come out, and again, the finish is really good.The last photo shows the dry fitment of the Attack Squadron resin exhaust nozzles. These have sprayed in Vallejo's Metal Colour Exhaust Manifold.DSC_0143 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0144 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0146 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0145 by ian gaskell, on Flickr 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paramedic Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 What a lovely bird! And nciely painted too! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
exdraken Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 great build! those burner cans look really nice! cockpit is also more than tidy! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James G Posted October 13, 2017 Share Posted October 13, 2017 Very nice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Beastie Posted November 4, 2017 Author Share Posted November 4, 2017 Been a gap in my updates, mainly due to a change in work shift.Now as far getting the decals applied. Had a mishap with the original set, as some of the decals were to light a grey, and were lighter than the airframe colour, where they should have been slightly darker. Managed to track down an OOP set of SuperScale decals, for the Gulf War USMC Hornets, in Canada.Pylons, fuel tanks, and weapons ready. The Meng Sidewinders are exquisite. The decals are sealed with Alclad's Aqua Gloss, and the next step is give the whole airframe a UMP Dark Dirt wash.DSC_0156 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0157 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0157 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0159 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0160 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0161 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0163 by ian gaskell, on FlickrDSC_0165 by ian gaskell, on Flickr 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crushkill Posted November 4, 2017 Share Posted November 4, 2017 Your paintwork is amazing! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hewy Posted November 4, 2017 Share Posted November 4, 2017 Ian the ordnance looks just right, really good work on bits that can easily be rushed. I like the pre Shading and highlighting too(black and white) i think black base, marble type priming isn't really suited to 1/48 in most cases Glynn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bungalow_Bill Posted November 4, 2017 Share Posted November 4, 2017 Wow, that looks very nice!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thom216 Posted November 5, 2017 Share Posted November 5, 2017 Love those tandem seat fighters! Lovely work and paint. The first few pics made her look all stealthy, melding into the white background, but the color (and nice modulation!) all make her pop! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wee Beastie Posted November 7, 2017 Author Share Posted November 7, 2017 (edited) Calling this done. After cleaning of the UMP wash, I gave the whole airframe a matt coat, in readiness for next stage of weathering. For this I used AK pigments for the first time. Lesson learned from this, you don't need much. I've used Humbrol, and Vallejo pigments in the past, but with the AK ones, you only need the smallest amount on a brush. So the wing control surfaces, which were done first, seem a little over done. Colours used were Smoke, Burnt Umber, Light Grey, and Light Dust. I did use a small amount of Tamiya Weather Master Oil Stain on the drop tanks. With the weathering completed, I removed the masking from the canopy, then attached all the undercarriage and doors, the crew ladder, and fitted the seats. Overall, a great kit, with only one major issue. I had to cut 4-5mm from the section between the front and rear cockpits (and the cowling too), in order for the tub to fit in the fuselage. Other than that, there was no problem. The Meng missiles are excellent, as are the Eduard Brassin rocket launchers. Another first was using Hataka Orange Line lacquer paints. I used HTK-C037 Light Ghost Grey, and HTK-C035 Dark Ghost Grey. Problems with the original Repliscale aftermarket decals caused a delay in the build. They were supposedly for a Gulf War VFMA-121 Hornet, but some of the grey markings were lighter than the main colour, were they should have been darker. So I had to source an alternative SuperScale set, which were more accurate. So here it is, all finished. Ian G-6 by ian gaskell, on Flickr Edited November 7, 2017 by Wee Beastie 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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